Summer of sport activities 2026

Young people in Dumfries and Galloway can enjoy free sports and activity events this summer, with activities running across local communities.

Athletics Camp, Dumfries

A fun, confidence‑building athletics camp in Dumfries where young children learn running, jumping, and throwing skills through playful, age‑appropriate coaching.

Choose to Lead, Leadership Academy, Dumfries

The aim of the programme is to develop the skills of young people aged S2 and over in the 2025/26 academic year. This can enhance their opportunities in further education and employment and, in turn, can help increase levels of physical activity and sport in schools and communities across our area.

Dance Camp, Dumfries

Disney-Themed dance camp. Come and have fun learning new dance moves, techniques and routines – all levels welcome. Parents/carers invited to attend 15 minutes early on the last day to watch the routine they have learned.

Football Camp, Heathhall, Dumfries

Fun, energetic football sessions in Dumfries that help 5–12-year-olds build skills, confidence, and teamwork through age‑appropriate games and play.

Football Camp, Lincluden, Dumfries

Fun, energetic football sessions in Dumfries that help 5–12-year-olds build skills, confidence, and teamwork through age‑appropriate games and play.

Football Camp, Troqueer, Dumfries

Fun, energetic football sessions in Dumfries that help 5–12-year-olds build skills, confidence, and teamwork through age‑appropriate games and play.

Golf Driving Range Camp, Dumfries

An opportunity to try golf and hit some balls at the Towerwood driving range, Dumfries. Clubs can be provided on request to use on the day.