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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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Goal +

Competitive? Like Football? Join Youth Work DG and Kirkcudbright Youth Project for Goal + an afternoon of friendly football matches between Stewartry Towns and Youth Groups!

Location

St Cuthbert's Football Pitch, Kirkcudbright

Date and time

Thursday 30th July 

1:30-5pm 

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Gretna Youth Group

Think Raydale is just about football? Think again! Come along to Gretna Youth Group to take part in a range of activities including arts and crafts, sports and team games! P6-S6. 

Location

Raydale Community Park

Date and time

Thursdays 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th July & 6th, 13th August

6-7.30pm

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Happy Feet Jnrs

Happy Feet is a dynamic health and well-being programme that gives young people a full picture of what looking after themselves really means. Each session blends making a budget-friendly, healthy snack with a mental and emotional well-being workshop and a fun, active session. For 11-14s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursdays- 23rd, 30th July and 6th & 13th August 

6:30-8:30 pm 

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Henna Art

Get creative at our Henna Arts Session, where you'll learn how to design and apply beautiful patterns using henna. Explore traditional and modern styles while building your skills and creating your own unique designs in a fun, relaxed atmosphere! For 12-17s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursday 30th July & 6th August 

3.30-5.30pm

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Henna Art

Get creative at our Henna Art Session, where you'll learn how to design and apply beautiful patterns using henna. Explore traditional and modern styles while building your skills and creating your own unique designs in a fun, relaxed atmosphere!

Location

Dalbeattie Town Hall 

Date and time

Tuesday 14th July, 6:30pm-8:30pm 

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Horrible Histories

Step into the past with our Horrible Histories session, where history gets messy, surprising and seriously fun! Explore the weird and wonderful stories from the past, get involved with interactive activities and challenges! P6-S6.

Location, Date and time

Monday 27th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 4th August - Richard Greenhow Centre, Gretna - 1-2.30pm

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Hub Club

Youth Group for young people with additional support needs and disabilities. Come along to take part in activities such as arts and crafts, sports and cooking! For 12-25s. 

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan

Date and time

Thursdays 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th July & 6th, 13th August

6-7.30pm

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Junior Youth Group

In P6 or P7? If yes, join our Junior Youth Group! Come along over the summer to make new friends, take part in activities such as gaming, bracelet making, darts and build your confidence!

Location

Collision Park, Dalbeattie   

Date and time

Thursday 16th July, 6th & 13th August 

4-5:30pm 

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Junior Youth Group

In P6 or P7? If yes, join our Junior Youth Group! Come along over the summer to make new friends, take part in activities such as gaming, bracelet making, darts and build your confidence!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Thursday 14th, 28th July and 4th and 11th August 

4-5:30pm 

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Kickstart Gig

Music, Music, Music! 

Come along for an evening of live music written and performed by local young musicians! Tickets are limited so sign up in advance to avoid disappointment - link below. 

Kickstart GIG

For young people aged 12-17. 

Location

Dalbeattie Town Hall

Date and time

Tuesday 4th August

6.30-8.30pm