The Active Lives Pathway programme won the prestigious Campbell Christie Public Service reform award last week, at an event held at the Scottish Parliament.
This is the amount generated for the local economy each year by nine signature events held across the region. During 2024, more than 70,000 people attended these events.
After months of excitement and preparation, Youth Beatz 2025 is almost here with 40,000 young people expected to attend the UK’s largest free youth music festival on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June at Park Farm Showfield, Dumfries
Young people in Dumfries and Galloway will have the chance to take part in a wide range of free activities over the summer holidays taking place in local communities across our region.
Youth Beatz 2025 will once again continue with the expansion of its Donation Project. Festival attendees are invited to donate foodstuffs, toiletries, school uniform or pet care or pet food items if they can.