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Free youth work programmes running July & August 2026 for young people aged 12 to 25 years across Dumfries and Galloway.

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Young Makers

Are you interested in making and designing? Do you want to see some of your designs and ideas realised? Join the young makers group this summer and work towards building projects for Oasis Youth Centre. Learn new skills, meet new people and even work towards achieving your Dynamic Youth Award. For 14-17s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays 28th July & 4th, 11th August

Thursdays 30th July & 6th, 13th August

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12-17 Drop In

Access support and advice, themed issue-based activities and information on topics including mental health, friendships, homework and study support. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th July & 4th, 11th August

Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th July & 5th, 12th August

3:30-5:30 pm

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Fridays 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st July

Fridays 7th, 14th August

1-3 pm

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Junior Youth Group

Youth Group for P6/7s to try new activities, make friends and build confidence through new skills. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 29th July & 5th, 12th August

3.30-5.30pm

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S1 Youth Group

Youth group for young people in S1 to try new activities, make friends and grow their confidence while building new skills. It's a fun, relaxed space to explore interests, get involved and be part of a supportive group. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 29th July & 5th,12th August

6.30-8pm

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Events Team

Interested in events? Whether you're drawn to performing, lighting, sound or the buzz of backstage action, you can build real skills and get hands-on experience in the world of events. Step in and level up your craft. Age 14-17

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 28th July, 4th and 11th August 

4-5:30 pm 

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Fairshare

Interested in volunteering? Want to help us create food parcels and tasty treats for our Drop In Groups etc? Pop along and find out how you can also work towards a Saltire Award! For 14-25s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th July & 5th, 12th August

11.30am-2.30pm

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Girls Group

If you are a young woman and want to meet new people and try new things in an environment that is dedicated to girls, come along to our girl group. Including football skills, clay mirror-making, vision board development, and more!

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 28th July, 4th and 11th of August 

2 pm- 4 pm 

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Movie Night

Come along to our Summer Movie Night series. Hang out with friends and relax whilst watching a different film each week. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre,  Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays 4-5:30 pm 

28th July- Horror Movie 

3rd August- Fantasy Movie 

11th August- Comedy Movie 

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Podcasting

Want to be part of our very own Youth Enquiry Podcast? Learn the essential skills including editing, interviewing and equipment. YES podcast interviews guests from different organisations who chat to us about issue based topics that young people care about! For 12-25s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th July & 5th, 12th August

3.30-5.30pm

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Money Matters

Learn how to take control of your money with fun, simple tips for budgeting, saving and spending smart - helping you feel confident about your finances. For 12-17s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 28th July

6.30-8.30pm

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