Recreation, Social, Learning

Dare, Dream, Do! – Dumfries and Galloway Young Women’s Summit Join young women and girls aged 12–25 for an inspiring day of empowerment, creativity, and future‑shaping voices.

Camp DG 2026 Young people across D&G are invited to participate in the 2026 Amazing Summer Camps experience. Participants will take part in 3 activity days, with day 1 hosted in their local area, followed by a 2 day/1 night residential camp. The camps are fun, energetic and an amazing opportunity to try something new this summer! Young people can sign up to participate in one of the following camps: (a) Primary 7 (pupils that are moving up to high school after summer) (b) S1 – S6 Camps are completely free, all transport, food and equipment will be provided! Each participant will receive a Camp DG hoody, t-shirt and water bottle as a souvenir of their time at camp!

The Summer Mix! Taster Sessions & Masterclasses for young people aged 10–17, an energetic mix of activities that promote creativity, confidence, and friendship. The Summer Mix offers range of experiences—from sport and martial arts to wellbeing workshops, cooking, crafting and getting in touch with the great outdoors! More information is available on our website: https://www.dumfriesandgalloway.gov.uk/youthwork

We are hosting an exciting event with a visit from Zoolab. Meet amazing animals up close and learn cool facts about creatures from around the world. You will get the chance to ask questions and take part in a fun, hands-on experience at your own pace. Whether you love animals or just want to try something new. Come along, have fun and enjoy a wild day with your friends.

Join us for a fun-filled Youth Festival at Thornhill Community Centre. Enjoy tasty food from the scran van and get involved in a full day of activities. Take on the inflatable, try a range of indoor and outdoor games, or get creative with arts and crafts. Step up to our karaoke or relax in the chill zone with music and beanbags. Come along and get involved.

An unforgettable Glow Night Youth Music Event. Enjoy sets from talented local young DJs and Live music from a local boy’s band, plus the chance to jump on karaoke and have your moment on the mic. There will be glow accessories, UV face paint, a photo booth and fun glow games/activities throughout the night. Grab tasty BBQ food and Mocktails while you hang out with friends, dance and enjoy high-energy night full of music and glow vibes.

Free sessions available to children with ASN/Disabilities aged 4.5yrs – 18yrs. Come along and take part in some fun creative activites and join us for some exciting trips/outing.

Join us for an exciting trip to M&D’s theme park. Get ready for a fun-filled day with thrilling rides, games and loads of laughs with friends. Whether you love fast rollercoasters or just want to chill and explore, there is something for everyone. Come along and have fun and make amazing memories. Speak to staff to sign up at Kelloholm Junior and Senior Youth Club.

We are delighted to bring back another exciting year of Amazing Summer youth activities during this year’s summer holidays! Our programme offers a wide range of fun, creative, and engaging activities for young people, including Candle Making Workshops, Soap Making Workshops, Mug Design Workshops, Rock Painting, Kite Making, Keyring Making, Junk Modelling, Doll Making, Mocktail Making Workshops, and Yoga Taster Sessions for Health and Wellbeing. With so many exciting activities to choose from, there is something for everyone to enjoy, learn, and get creative with this summer. We look forward to welcoming you to another fantastic season of activities!

Come and take part in a summer of play and connection. Take part in new experiences and connect with new people and life long friends.