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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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Barista Taster Session

Step into our Barista Skills Session and discover what it takes to make the perfect drink! Get hands-on as you learn how to use equipment, create coffee-style drinks, and build your skills behind the counter. It's a fun, interactive way to try something new and see if you've got what it takes to be a barista! For 12-17s.

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursday 13th August

3.30-5.30pm

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Dry Bar Mocktail Making

Mix, shake, and create your own tasty mocktails while learning fun, easy recipes you can enjoy anytime! Learn the basics of mocktail making and try out different drinks! Age 12-17

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Thursday 23rd of July 

3:30pm to 5pm

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Gaming Group

Do you like gaming? Each week we have different games to try from game competitions to building your own boardgame! Explore sports games, design your own game and take part in gaming competitions! For 12-17s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursdays 30th July, 6th & 13th August

2-4pm

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Give It A Go!

Ever fancied trying out boxing, or think rugby might be fun? Come along to our Give it a Go Sports Session and have the opportunity to try something new whilst having fun with friends! P6-S6

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan 

Date and time

Thursday 16th July, 3:30-5 pm 

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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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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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