Nithsdale

Join us for "Books & Bannocks" this summer! Celebrate Robert Burns, local history and Scots culture with fun storytelling sessions. We have special sessions for different age groups, where you can dive into exciting tales, enjoy magical stories, and have loads of fun. Don’t miss out on the summer adventure!

Free Fun activities for children and young people 5-16 years of age. Amazing Summer - Amazing Activities with Summerhill Community Centre. We have a fun packed programme with loads of events / day trips / Glamping / sports / outdoor environmental projects, We also plan to have Water Sports and fun challenges. Come along to find out more

Our Young Volunteers are taking over and have planned multiple events for young people in Dumfries.

With so many young people interested in sports, each week at NWCC Sports Hub, we will have tutors of varying sports leading on taster sessions to give young people free opportunities to try a new skill.

Our Super Monday’s group is for young people with ASN and disabilities. Every Monday comes along for a different activity with a trip to the bowling alley open to 20 participants.

LGBT Youth Scotland will host 6 hybrid Sessions which can be attended in person or online for LGBTQ+ young people and their allies 13-16 (25 years if LAC) years living within Dumfries and Galloway. Each participant will receive an activity pack that with an exciting array of craft equipment, useful information, and a variety of snacks for each person to have the equality of experience across the 6 sessions whether together in person or digitally. These sessions will be focused on fun to allow young people to interact with a wider peer community and make friendships across the region.

Plantasia is back woohoo! Last year we turned the park into scenes from The Polar Express, The Jungle Book, Moana, Paddington, Trollz and Shrek. We need your help to create new, imaginative themed displays. We’ll make things, paint things, grow things and work together to make fun, colourful exhibits in the park. So, whether you prefer gardening, designing, painting or crafting there is a fun role for you. We have morning and afternoon sessions on Tuesdays throughout the holidays. So, if you’re ready for some inclusive Outdoor fun for ages 5-16 years old, book your space today and be ready to join us for an adventure!

There will be a lunch Club (Grub Club) with a bouncy castle and some art and crafts also a meal to take home.

Arts & Crafts workshops, 2 days a week for 5 weeks the summer holidays. At these workshops children attending will have a say on what they would like to make and learn. All materials will be provided and local artists will deliver these workshops. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Workshops aimed at age groups 5 years to 12 years. Robert Burns Centre – We will be hiring out the venue to take a group of children and parents to watch a film at the centre and provide snacks and refreshments.

GO GIRLS: EMPOWERMENT DAY Calling all adventurous girls aged 12 – 25 years! Dumfries and Galloway Young Women’s Network invite you to join us for Empowerment Day, a special event where you can break stereotypes and explore activities traditionally seen as "for boys." Break stereotypes, build confidence, make new friends and inspire change! Discover your strength, creativity, and potential in a fun, supportive environment! Hands-On Workshops - Sports & Physical Activities - STEM Challenges Lunch & Refreshments Provided