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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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Lockerbie Junior Youth Group

Are you in P6 or P7? If so, join our Junior Youth Group! Take part in activities like cooking, arts and crafts, listen to music and even play laser tag with your friends! 

Location

Lockerbie Town Hall, Lockerbie 

Date and time

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

4-5.30pm

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Lockerbie Youth Group

Live in Lockerbie or the surrounding areas? Looking for something to do over the holidays? Why not pop along to Lockerbie Youth Group! A space to spend time with pals, relax and chat to youth workers. For 12-17s. 

Location

Lockerbie Town Hall

Date and time

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

7-8.30pm

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Makers Day

Our popular Makers Sessions are back for the Summer! Come along and get creative at a range of workshops:

Session 1: 10.30-11.30am - Tote Bag Decorating

Session 2: 12-1pm - Bedazzle Claw Clips

Session 3: 1.30-2.30pm - Design your own Canvas Shoes

Limited spaces, please sign up using the link below:

Summer Holiday Programme Wigtownshire – Fill in form

For young people aged P6-S3.

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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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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Nature, Nature, Nature

Keen to explore nature? Want to do a digital detox night focussed on helping YOU get back to basics with nature? Pop along and try lots of different activities exploring all things nature! P6-S6.

Location, Date and time

Thursday 16th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 3 - 4.30pm

Monday 10th August - Moffat Academy - 5.30 - 7pm

Tuesday 11th August - Richard Greenhow Centre, Gretna - 1-2.30pm

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Night Strikers

A fun, free football project open to all young people aged P6-S6. It's all about enjoying the game with no pressure. Food and refreshments will be provided. 

Location

The Hut, Newton Stewart

Date and time

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

6-7.30pm

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Park Pop Up

Join us for a Pop Up in the Park! Take part in Laser Quest, Bubble Football, Dart Throwing and more! P6-S6 

Location 

Coliston Park, Dalbeattie 

Date and Time 

Tuesday 28th July 

6.30 pm to 8.30 pm

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Ready Steady Cook

Fancy yourself a culinary genius and creator of all things delicious? Come along to our ready, steady, cook session! Here you are challenged to create the tastiest and most inventive lunch using simple ingredients. P7-S6.

Locations, Date and time

Monday 13th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 14th July - Gretna Primary School - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 14th July - Victoria Halls, Annan - 3.30-5pm

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Self Care

Try out different ways to relax and recharge, from creative activities to calming techniques- find what self-care works best for you! For Age 12-17

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Tuesday the 4th August 

6:30-8:30 pm 

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