Family & Kids Events
Home Front Living History Day
Dumfries & Galloway Aviation Museum Spitfire Road, Heathhall, Dumfries and GallowayGreat day out for the whole family with living history groups demonstrating what life was like on the Home Front. Be part of the show by dressing in your finest period dress, and join in the dancing when singer Kate G is singing songs from the war years. Round off your day with a cream […]
Teviotdale Steel Bonnets at Gilnockie Tower
Gilnockie Tower Hollows Bridge, Canonbie, Dumfries and GallowayStep Back in Time at Gilnockie Tower with a weekend encampment. Join us this June for a thrilling journey into the world of the Border Reivers! The Teviotdale Steel Bonnets will bring history to life with their authentic encampment, weapon demonstrations, and captivating tales of the 16th-century frontier. Live Combat & Weapons Displays – See […]
Springholm Gala – Colour Run
Springholm Memorial Hall Victoria Street, Springholm, Dumfries and GallowaySpringholm Gala Day is Coming Soon! Get ready for a fun-filled day for all ages as Springholm Gala Day fast approaches. There's lots happening behind the scenes to make this a fantastic community celebration. The day time celebrations will finish with a burst of colour in our exciting Sponsored Colour Run! Proceeds from the event […]
Springholm Gala – Fancy Dress Parade
Springholm Memorial Hall Victoria Street, Springholm, Dumfries and Galloway🎉 Kick off Springholm Gala Day in style🎉 📍 Meet at: Springholm Primary School 🕚 Time: 11AM sharp 🎶 Led by: Euan from Grierson Pipers Get your costumes ready—everyone’s welcome, and it’s completely free. There’s even a special category for pets! Prizes to be won, so let your imagination run wild and show off your […]
Father’s Day Buffet at Gather
Gather at Laggan Gatehouse of Fleet, Scotland, United KingdomCelebrate Father’s Day at Gather with a Relaxed Family Buffet – Sunday 15th June Treat your dad to a delicious Father’s Day Buffet at Gather, Laggan, on Sunday 15th June. Our special buffet menu has been crafted with dads in mind – hearty, flavourful, and packed with favourites. It’s the perfect way to show your […]
Shambellie June Guided Nature Walk
Shambellie House New Abbey, Dumfries and GallowayJoin us for an an informal Sunday afternoon wander looking particularly at wildflowers, garden plants and trees, listening for birds, generally relaxing and enjoying the tranquil surroundings at Shambellie House. Please arrive early to have a look round our PA PopUp Shop full of lovely things made by local artists and makers. Refreshments will be […]
Mini-Makers (P1-P4) Art Class @ The Little Art Den
🎨✨ MINI-MAKERS ✨🎨 A fun, creative after-school art club for P1–P4! 🗓 Tuesdays from 27th May – 1st July ⏰ 3:30–4:30pm 📍 76 High Street, Kirkcudbright 🎟 Max 12 children […]
Summer Family Arts & Crafts Fun!
Balmaghie Village Hall, Laurieston Laurieston, Dumfries and GallowayJoin us for a fun-filled arts and crafts session, perfect for families looking to get creative and celebrate the season together! ✨ What to Expect: ✨ 🎨 Summer Crafts – Get creative with a range of themed art activities, perfect for little hands and big imaginations. 🖌 Sensory Fun – Explore textures, colours, and sensory […]
Traitors At Annan Castle
Motte & Bailey, Everholm, Annan Battery Street, Annan, Scotland, United KingdomTaking place at the historic Motte and Bailey site near the river Annan, there will be a medieval theme throughout the afternoon of Sunday 22nd June. Annan Museum will be highlighting ‘Myths and Legends’ and there will be a display of traditional crafts including foraging and storytelling. Visitors will be encouraged to find the ‘traitor/s’, […]
Guided Foraging Walk – St Mary’s Isle, Kirkcudbright
EcoArt Castle Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and GallowayMeander the hedgerows, shoreline and woodlands foraging and learning about the many edible and medicinal wild plants that thrive there. An opportunity to learn, connect, slow down and unwind on […]
Dumfries Farmers’ Market
Dumfries Farmers Market Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries and GallowayThe Market is held the first Sunday of every month from 10.30am to 2.30pm under the Victorian Pavilion on the platform at Dumfries Railway Station. Come and meet over 30 local food and drink producers, and a selection of artists and crafters. We offer fresh coffee, street food and comfortable seating as well so come […]
Kirkcudbright Kite Picnic
Gartshore Park, Opposite the Swimming Pool, Kirkcudbright The Stell, Kirkcudbright, Scotland, United KingdomCome along to Gartshore park in front of the swimming pool, bring a picnic and have a relaxing time watching the enormous kites. There are kites to buy and kites to fly for free. There will be children’s entertainment including Reid’s Amusements, Daffy Dill, face painting, and some food outlets. Come along and enjoy a […]
Eastriggs Community Group Fun Day
Melbourne Avenue, Eastriggs Melbourne Avenue, Eastriggs, Scotland, United KingdomFun Day celebrating Eastriggs as a community, a place and its people. Held during the School Summer holidays the fun day is FREE to all. The focus of the fun day is health and well-being and families benefitting the community through its fundraising endeavours. Everyone is welcome and invited to to attend our fun day […]
Castle Douglas Soap Box Derby
Market Hill Car Park, Castle Douglas Market Street, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, United KingdomCastle Douglas Soap Box Derby was Established in 2019. The Soap Box Derby is a fun-filled gravity racing event that takes place on King Street in Castle Douglas. The event sees teams racing down the track against the clock and through the obstacles in their homemade Soap Box carts, fueled by nothing other than gravity, […]
Kirkcudbright Country Fair
The Carse, Kirkcudbright, Tongland Road, Kirkcudbright, Scotland, United KingdomThis fantastic family weekend is back and bigger than ever for 2024. This year our entertainment includes free rides and amusements for children, as well as a range of headline acts including the Vanderwheel of Death, a dog show and competition, Daffy Dill bubble magic, Franc Carpo magician, beer tent, craft tent, food tent, stalls, […]
Teviotdale Steel Bonnets at Gilnockie Tower
Gilnockie Tower Hollows Bridge, Canonbie, Dumfries and GallowayTeviotdale Steel Bonnets Extravaganza Prepare to be transported to the 16th century as Gilnockie Tower hosts a day of immersive history, bringing the world of the Border Reivers to life. Step Into the Past Your journey begins at the base of the tower, where a Border Reiver encampment awaits. See authentic weapons, tools, and equipment […]
Magic Gareth – Balloonatic!
The Buccleuch Centre Buccleuch Place, Dumfries & Galloway, Dumfries and GallowayThis summer, I’d love to bring Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC to Langholm. It’s an hour of mega magic, laughs, and interactive fun for families – guaranteed to blow some tiny (and big) minds. Magic Gareth, a magician with over 10 million TikTok views and a reputation for unforgettable family entertainment. Here’s what people have said: ‘Takes […]
Fairies and Goblins Day
Cruck Cottage Torthorwald, Dumfries and GallowayCome and find the fairies and goblins around the Cruck Cottage garden, listen to some stories about the fairy folk and make your own peg doll fairy to take away. part of our Everyday Folklore programme. Admission free, donations welcomed.
Kirkcudbright Grand Parade
Kirkcudbright - various venuesKirkcudbright Grand Parade A fantastic, fun free day out for all the family, the grand parade has a fantastic range of entertainment, so whether you fancy getting involved and entering, […]
Teviotdale Steel Bonnets at Gilnockie Tower
Gilnockie Tower Hollows Bridge, Canonbie, Dumfries and GallowayFood Week with the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets Discover the Flavours of History with Food of a Border Reiver with The Teviotdale Steel Bonnets. Step into the culinary world of the […]
Midpark Summer Fair
Crichton Memorial Church Lawn The Crichton, DumfriesJoin us for our family friendly Summer Fair. We will be having a dog show with various show classes (in our eyes every dog is a winner!). There will be crafts, stalls, food vans and games. It's a free event, all welcome. Open from 10 am to 3pm at the Crichton Memorial Church Lawn. Come […]
Doors Open Days
Cruck Cottage Torthorwald, Dumfries and GallowayCruck Cottage will be open as part of Scotland's https://www.doorsopendays.org.uk/ weekend. This year's theme is all about Architectural Heritage, so our knowledgeable volunteers will tell you all about the history […]
Scottish Country Dancing/Ceilidh – Families and Friends Weekend
Upper Annandale Parish Church Church Place, Moffat, Dumfries and GallowayFriends that dance together, stay together! Come along and join in a weekend of fun, fitness and friendship in a brand-new event from the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society designed for all families (parents/legal guardians with young dancers aged 35 and under), together with dancers aged 40 and under. Taking place in Moffat, the weekend […]
Teviotdale Steel Bonnets at Gilnockie Tower
Gilnockie Tower Hollows Bridge, Canonbie, Dumfries and GallowayStep Into History: Teviotdale Steel Bonnets – Weapons Week Get ready for an unforgettable day of historical discovery as the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets return for Weapons Week at Gilnockie Tower! What Awaits You? Take a step back to the 16th century and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Border Reivers. Explore how these […]
Kirkcudbright Kite Festival
Gartshore Park, Opposite the Swimming Pool, Kirkcudbright The Stell, Kirkcudbright, Scotland, United Kingdom20th September, 2025 - 21st September, 2025 Come and join us at the Solway Pitches opposite the Swimming Pool for spectacular giant kite displays, make a kite and try flying some exciting kites – all for free! We’ll also have children’s entertainment, face painting and refreshments. It’s going to be a great family day out!
Pumpkin Festival
Logan Botanic Garden Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and GallowayHave family fun on our seasonal pumpkin trail! Follow the clues, find the pumpkins and scarecrow, solve the puzzle and claim your prize! Free with normal garden entry
Scottish Night With BBC Host Alistair Heather
GG's Yard - Laggan Laggan, Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and GallowaySaturday 4th October 2025 Scottish Night Live performances, storytelling, poetry, two course dinner and ceilidh Join us for an unforgettable Scottish Night hosted by the brilliant Alistair Heather, renowned for his captivating role at hosting BBC Burns Night 2024 & 2025. This special evening is a celebration of Scottish culture, bringing together live performances from […]
Arties Singing Kettle
The Buccleuch Centre Buccleuch Place, Dumfries & Galloway, Dumfries and GallowayJoin Artie’s Singing Kettle “Halloween” show for a spooktacular extravaganza! Bring your Halloween spirit and don your most creative costume for a show bursting with magic and merriment. This year, solve brand-new spooky Singing Kettle mysteries, and sing along with favourites like “Bunny Fou Fou”, “The Ghost Hunt”, and the hilarious “Ye Cannae Shove Yer […]
Kirkcudbright Christmas Market
Kirkcudbright Harbour Square Kirkcudbright, Scotland, United KingdomOur November market in Kirkcudbright is our fantastic Christmas market. We'll have loads of great stalls, festive decor and music, some Christmas songs and lots more. More details will follow […]
