Summer Activities for Kids 2025
From sports camps and swimming courses to theatre shows and arts and crafts, we have a range of activities for your kids to take part in this summer.
For activities that suit children with additional support needs (ASN), please visit our dedicated section here.
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30 June to 6 July
What's on this week
Run over three days, this course is for our more advanced swimmers. We will introduce the basic skills required to keep swimmers safe, carry out effective rescues and perform some basic first aid.
This course will be a mix of theory, first aid and practical pool sessions.
This class is suitable for children at SS4 and above and will be held at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre from 09:00 - 15:00.
Book via Leisurehub
Group and individual lessons for beginners and improvers.
Allander Leisure Centre and Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £27 - £118 for the week.
Book via Leisurehub
We have various sports camps for your kids to enjoy this summer. These can all be booked through Leisurehub.
Book a sports camp
Football
Football camps for those aged 5+, 7+, and girls only.
Between 10:00 - 15:00 (times vary) at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
From £46 - £87 for the week.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics camps for those aged 5+. Can choose between gymnastics alone or combined with trampolining.
Morning or afternoon at the Allander Leisure Centre.
From £56 or £65 for the week.
Multi-Sports
A camp where children aged 5+ can enjoy multiple sports.
Between 09:00 - 15:00 at the Allander Leisure Centre.
£98 for the week.
Dress up in a Roman costume, decorate yourselves with glitter tattoos, make a collage and enjoy other craft activities.
Refreshments available.
10:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 16:30
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Diffusion Textile Artists are a group of mixed media and textile artists living in Scotland.
This exhibition is suitable for all ages. Activities for children will be available including Roman jigsaws, snakes and ladders, build an interactive Puffer and a colouring table.
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Borrow and read six books over the summer and pick up rewards along the way!
This year's theme is 'Story Garden'. So how does your little one fancy journeying into an enchanting story to meet all kinds of creatures? Or dazzling their friends with unbelievable facts about bugs, bees, and superhero plants?
Sound fun? Here's how it works:
-
Sign up
Visit any of our libraries and ask to sign up. One of our team members will give you a special collector folder when you start your challenge. -
Read books
Set a reading goal and read anything you like. - Earn rewards
Each time you finish a book, visit the library to collect special stickers and more!
Great news - it's free to take part! Just visit your local library for more information.
Age range: four to 12.
Between 12:00 and 15:30 our family-friendly slide is open to enjoy at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£ - normal admission cost.
Get two hours for the price of one when you visit Charlie's Big Adventure this summer holiday.
Our popular children's play area has dedicated sections for tots and juniors, where kids can enjoy a range of soft play equipment, slides, walkways, climbing frames and obstacles.
For opening hours and private bookings, visit our Charlie's Big Adventure page.
Net an ace deal and raise a racquet during the summer holidays.
Hire a tennis court at either Huntershill Sports Hub, Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre or Allander and get 25% off - meaning you can get into the swing of things from just £6.40 per hour.
Book via Leisurehub
7 to 13 July
What's on this week
Group and individual lessons for beginners and improvers at Leisuredrome Leisure Centre and Allander Leisure Centre.
From £27 - £118 for the week.
Book via Leisurehub
We have various sports camps for your kids to enjoy this summer. These can all be booked through Leisurehub.
Book a sports camp
Football
Football camps for those aged 5+, 7+ and girls only.
Between 10:00 - 15:00 (times vary) at the Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £46 - £87 for the week.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics camps for those aged 5+. Can choose between gymnastics alone or combined with trampolining.
Morning or afternoon at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
From £56 or £65 for the week.
Multi-Sports
A camp where children aged 5+ can enjoy multiple sports.
Between 09:00 - 15:00 at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£98 for the week.
Book a sports camp
This course introduces the FUNdamentals of this exciting team sport. Children will learn ball handling skills, basic teamwork and of course, play games of polo!
The session is open to non-swimmers and beginners aged five and over.
10:00 - 11:00.
Allander Leisure Centre.
Price: £6.
Book via Leisurehub
Diffusion Textile Artists are a group of mixed media and textile artists living in Scotland.
This exhibition is suitable for all ages. Activities for children will be available including Roman jigsaws, snakes and ladders, build an interactive Puffer and a colouring table.
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Borrow and read six books over the summer and pick up rewards along the way!
This year's theme is 'Story Garden'. So how does your little one fancy journeying into an enchanting story to meet all kinds of creatures? Or dazzling their friends with unbelievable facts about bugs, bees, and superhero plants?
Sound fun? Here's how it works:
-
Sign up
Visit any of our libraries and ask to sign up. One of our team members will give you a special collector folder when you start your challenge. -
Read books
Set a reading goal and read anything you like. - Earn rewards
Each time you finish a book, visit the library to collect special stickers and more!
Great news - it's free to take part! Just visit your local library for more information.
Age range: four to 12.
Between 12:00 and 15:30 our family-friendly slide is open to enjoy at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£ - normal admission cost.
Get two hours for the price of one when you visit Charlie's Big Adventure this summer holiday.
Our popular children's play area has dedicated sections for tots and juniors, where kids can enjoy a range of soft play equipment, slides, walkways, climbing frames and obstacles.
For opening hours and private bookings, visit our Charlie's Big Adventure page.
Come along to a summer Bookbug session for songs, stories and giggles galore!
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: up to four years old.
Free to attend.
Although it is not essential to book, we strongly recommend reserving your space so you can be guaranteed to join in!
Net an ace deal and raise a racquet during the summer holidays.
Hire a tennis court at either Huntershill Sports Hub, Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre or Allander and get 25% off - meaning you can get into the swing of things from just £6.40 per hour.
Book via Leisurehub
INTRO TEXT TBC.
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: four to 12.
Free to attend.
BOOKING INFORMATION TBC.
14 to 20 July
What's on this week
Group and individual lessons for beginners and improvers at Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre and Allander Leisure Centre.
From £27 - £118 for the week.
Book via Leisurehub
We have various sports camps for your kids to enjoy this summer. These can all be booked through Leisurehub.
Book a sports camp
Football
Football camps for those aged 5+, 7+ and girls only.
Between 10:00 - 15:00 (times vary) at the Allander Leisure Centre.
From £46 - £87 for the week.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics camps for those aged 5+. Can choose between gymnastics alone or combined with trampolining.
Morning or afternoon at the Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £56 or £65 for the week.
Book a sports camp
Diffusion Textile Artists are a group of mixed media and textile artists living in Scotland.
This exhibition is suitable for all ages. Activities for children will be available including Roman jigsaws, snakes and ladders, build an interactive Puffer and a colouring table.
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Borrow and read six books over the summer and pick up rewards along the way!
This year's theme is 'Story Garden'. So how does your little one fancy journeying into an enchanting story to meet all kinds of creatures? Or dazzling their friends with unbelievable facts about bugs, bees, and superhero plants?
Sound fun? Here's how it works:
-
Sign up
Visit any of our libraries and ask to sign up. One of our team members will give you a special collector folder when you start your challenge. -
Read books
Set a reading goal and read anything you like. - Earn rewards
Each time you finish a book, visit the library to collect special stickers and more!
Great news - it's free to take part! Just visit your local library for more information.
Age range: four to 12.
Between 12:00 and 15:30 our family-friendly slide is open to enjoy at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£ - normal admission cost.
Get two hours for the price of one when you visit Charlie's Big Adventure this summer holiday.
Our popular children's play area has dedicated sections for tots and juniors, where kids can enjoy a range of soft play equipment, slides, walkways, climbing frames and obstacles.
For opening hours and private bookings, visit our Charlie's Big Adventure page.
Come along to a summer Bookbug session for songs, stories and giggles galore!
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: up to four years old.
Free to attend.
Although it is not essential to book, we strongly recommend reserving your space so you can be guaranteed to join in!
Net an ace deal and raise a racquet during the summer holidays.
Hire a tennis court at either Huntershill Sports Hub, Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre or Allander and get 25% off - meaning you can get into the swing of things from just £6.40 per hour.
Book via Leisurehub
INTRO TEXT TBC.
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: four to 12.
Free to attend.
BOOKING INFORMATION TBC.
21 to 27 July
What's on this week
Group and individual lessons for beginners and improvers at Allander Leisure Centre.
From £27 - £118 for the week.
Book via Leisurehub
We have various sports camps for your kids to enjoy this summer. These can all be booked through Leisurehub.
Book a sports camp
Football
Football camps for those aged 5+, 7+ and girls only.
Between 10:00 - 15:00 (times vary) at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
From £46 - £87 for the week.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics camps for those aged 5+. Can choose between gymnastics alone or combined with trampolining.
Morning or afternoon at the Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £56 or £65 for the week.
Multi-Sports
A camp where children aged 5+ can enjoy multiple sports.
Between 09:00 - 15:00 at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£98 for the week.
Rugby
A camp where children aged 5+ can enjoy rugby.
Between 10:00 - 12:00 at the Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
£41.20 for the week.
Book a sports camp
This course introduces the FUNdamentals of this exciting team sport. Children will learn ball handling skills, basic teamwork and of course, play games of polo!
The session is open to non-swimmers and beginners aged five and over.
10:00 - 11:00.
Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
Price: £6.
Book via Leisurehub
Diffusion Textile Artists are a group of mixed media and textile artists living in Scotland.
This exhibition is suitable for all ages. Activities for children will be available including Roman jigsaws, snakes and ladders, build an interactive Puffer and a colouring table.
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Borrow and read six books over the summer and pick up rewards along the way!
This year's theme is 'Story Garden'. So how does your little one fancy journeying into an enchanting story to meet all kinds of creatures? Or dazzling their friends with unbelievable facts about bugs, bees, and superhero plants?
Sound fun? Here's how it works:
-
Sign up
Visit any of our libraries and ask to sign up. One of our team members will give you a special collector folder when you start your challenge. -
Read books
Set a reading goal and read anything you like. - Earn rewards
Each time you finish a book, visit the library to collect special stickers and more!
Great news - it's free to take part! Just visit your local library for more information.
Age range: four to 12.
Between 12:00 and 15:30 our family-friendly slide is open to enjoy at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£ - normal admission cost.
Get two hours for the price of one when you visit Charlie's Big Adventure this summer holiday.
Our popular children's play area has dedicated sections for tots and juniors, where kids can enjoy a range of soft play equipment, slides, walkways, climbing frames and obstacles.
For opening hours and private bookings, visit our Charlie's Big Adventure page.
Come along to a summer Bookbug session for songs, stories and giggles galore!
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: up to four years old.
Free to attend.
Although it is not essential to book, we strongly recommend reserving your space so you can be guaranteed to join in!
Net an ace deal and raise a racquet during the summer holidays.
Hire a tennis court at either Huntershill Sports Hub, Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre or Allander and get 25% off - meaning you can get into the swing of things from just £6.40 per hour.
Book via Leisurehub
INTRO TEXT TBC.
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: four to 12.
Free to attend.
BOOKING INFORMATION TBC.
28 July to 3 August
What's on this week
smART Ceramics will take you on a journey in clay!
Work with our real-life ceramicist and create some awesome artwork. Your little one will also get the chance to throw on a pottery wheel!
A fun activity for kids aged nine to 11 during the summer holidays.
10:00 - 13:00.
£23.50 + booking fee.
Group and individual lessons for beginners and improvers at Leisuredrome and Kirkintilloch Leisure Centres.
From £27 - £118 for the week.
Book via Leisurehub
Dress up in a Roman costume, handle some objects from the museum collection, build the foam Antonine Wall, try out paper weaving, or get a glitter tattoo!
Refreshments available.
10:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 16:30
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Kids will learn the basic skills and shapes for artistic swimming and put these to music with short routines!
Children must be able to swim at least 50 metres demonstrating two stokes and be comfortable in deep water without goggles. This class is suitable for children at SS3 and above.
13:00 - 14:30
Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
Price: £TBC
Book via Leisurehub
We have various sports camps for your kids to enjoy this summer. These can all be booked through Leisurehub.
Book a sports camp
Football
Football camps for those aged 5+, 7+ and girls only.
Between 10:00 - 15:00 (times vary) at Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £46 - £87 for the week.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics camps for those aged 5+. Can choose between gymnastics alone or combined with trampolining.
Morning or afternoon at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre and Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £56 or £65 for the week.
Multi-Sports
A camp where children aged 5+ can enjoy multiple sports.
Between 09:00 - 15:00 at the Allander Leisure Centre
£98 for the week.
Book a sports camp
Diffusion Textile Artists are a group of mixed media and textile artists living in Scotland.
This exhibition is suitable for all ages. Activities for children will be available including Roman jigsaws, snakes and ladders, build an interactive Puffer and a colouring table.
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Borrow and read six books over the summer and pick up rewards along the way!
This year's theme is 'Story Garden'. So how does your little one fancy journeying into an enchanting story to meet all kinds of creatures? Or dazzling their friends with unbelievable facts about bugs, bees, and superhero plants?
Sound fun? Here's how it works:
-
Sign up
Visit any of our libraries and ask to sign up. One of our team members will give you a special collector folder when you start your challenge. -
Read books
Set a reading goal and read anything you like. - Earn rewards
Each time you finish a book, visit the library to collect special stickers and more!
Great news - it's free to take part! Just visit your local library for more information.
Age range: four to 12.
Between 12:00 and 15:30 our family-friendly slide is open to enjoy at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£ - normal admission cost.
Get two hours for the price of one when you visit Charlie's Big Adventure this summer holiday.
Our popular children's play area has dedicated sections for tots and juniors, where kids can enjoy a range of soft play equipment, slides, walkways, climbing frames and obstacles.
For opening hours and private bookings, visit our Charlie's Big Adventure page.
Come along to a summer Bookbug session for songs, stories and giggles galore!
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: up to four years old.
Free to attend.
Although it is not essential to book, we strongly recommend reserving your space so you can be guaranteed to join in!
Net an ace deal and raise a racquet during the summer holidays.
Hire a tennis court at either Huntershill Sports Hub, Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre or Allander and get 25% off - meaning you can get into the swing of things from just £6.40 per hour.
Book via Leisurehub
INTRO TEXT TBC.
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: four to 12.
Free to attend.
BOOKING INFORMATION TBC.
4 to 10 August
What's on this week
This course introduces the FUNdamentals of this exciting team sport. Children will learn ball handling skills, basic teamwork and of course, play games of polo!
The session is open to non-swimmers and beginners aged five and over.
10:00 - 11:00.
Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
Price: £6.
Book via Leisurehub
Group and individual lessons for beginners and improvers at Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
From £27 - £118 for the week.
Book via Leisurehub
We have various sports camps for your kids to enjoy this summer. These can all be booked through Leisurehub.
Book a sports camp
Football
Football camps for those aged 5+, 7+.
Between 10:00 - 15:00 (times vary) at Allander Leisure Centre.
From £46 - £87 for the week.
Netball
Netball camp for those aged 5+.
Between 10:00 - 12:00 at Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre.
Book a sports camp
Through activities and games, children will learn the basic skills for finning. If you have your own fins, please bring them!
Children must be able to swim at least 25 metres. This class is suitable for children at SS3 and above.
10:30 - 11:30.
Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
Price: £6.
Book via Leisurehub
Diffusion Textile Artists are a group of mixed media and textile artists living in Scotland.
This exhibition is suitable for all ages. Activities for children will be available including Roman jigsaws, snakes and ladders, build an interactive Puffer and a colouring table.
Free to attend. No need to book - just pop along!
Borrow and read six books over the summer and pick up rewards along the way!
This year's theme is 'Story Garden'. So how does your little one fancy journeying into an enchanting story to meet all kinds of creatures? Or dazzling their friends with unbelievable facts about bugs, bees, and superhero plants?
Sound fun? Here's how it works:
-
Sign up
Visit any of our libraries and ask to sign up. One of our team members will give you a special collector folder when you start your challenge. -
Read books
Set a reading goal and read anything you like. - Earn rewards
Each time you finish a book, visit the library to collect special stickers and more!
Great news - it's free to take part! Just visit your local library for more information.
Age range: four to 12.
Between 12:00 and 15:30 our family-friendly slide is open to enjoy at the Leisuredrome Leisure Centre.
£ - normal admission cost.
Get two hours for the price of one when you visit Charlie's Big Adventure this summer holiday.
Our popular children's play area has dedicated sections for tots and juniors, where kids can enjoy a range of soft play equipment, slides, walkways, climbing frames and obstacles.
For opening hours and private bookings, visit our Charlie's Big Adventure page.
Come along to a summer Bookbug session for songs, stories and giggles galore!
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: up to four years old.
Free to attend.
Although it is not essential to book, we strongly recommend reserving your space so you can be guaranteed to join in!
Net an ace deal and raise a racquet during the summer holidays.
Hire a tennis court at either Huntershill Sports Hub, Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre or Allander and get 25% off - meaning you can get into the swing of things from just £6.40 per hour.
Book via Leisurehub
INTRO TEXT TBC.
Held at various times and libraries.
Age: four to 12.
Free to attend.
BOOKING INFORMATION TBC.
Summer Activities for kids with Additional Support Needs (ASN)
We have a range of activities which cater to those with ASN.
Children are also welcome to join the rest of our classes if they feel they would manage. Please contact us in advance at edlc@eastdunbarton.gov.uk so we can discuss your requirements.
What's on
Swimming lessons specifically tailored for children with additional support needs.
Children must be aged 5+ and a parent/carer needs to accompany the child in the water.
£5. Various dates and times.
Book via Leisurehub
INFO TBC
Children with ASN are welcome to join any of our art classes if they have a parent or carer who can join them.
Please email edlc@eastdunbarton.gov.uk in advance so we can discuss how to make the class accessible for you.
BOOKING INFO TBC
- Date(s)
- Cost Both free and paid activities.
