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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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16+ Drop In

Access support and advice, support with CV writing, job applications, get information on relevant topics including mental health, sexual health, drugs and alcohol and more. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Fridays 10th,17th, 24th, 31st July 

Fridays 7th,14th August

1:30-2:30pm

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Agnew Park Senior Pop Up

A relaxed, welcoming park pop up for young people in S1 and up to hang out on a Friday night with friends. Meet new people and take part in fun activities like inflatables, mini festivals, photo challenges and more! S1-6.

Location

Agnew Park, Stranraer

Date and time

Fridays 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st July & 7th, 14th August

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Annan 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

Victoria Halls, Annan

Date and time

Fridays 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st July & 7th, 14th August

4-5.30pm

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Awareness Arts

Exploring issues that matter to young people through creative arts. Learn about different topics, take part in workshops and create art pieces with meaning. For 12-18s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Fridays 24th, 31st July and 7th, 14th August 

6-8pm

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Blank Space

Help us turn our BLANK SPACE into YOUR SPACE! Join Stewartry Youth Work Steering Group in designing a mural in the Youth Room and creating somewhere you want to be!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Friday 17th, 31st July & 7th August 

12-4pm 

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Chefs Camp

Calling all future chefs! Get ready to mix, make and create at our hands-on chefs camp. Make your own pizza bases and create toppings, and decorate cakes with your own icing. For P7s 

Location

Hillview Leisure Centre, Kelloholm 

Date and time

Friday 31st July 6:30-8 pm 

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Craft & Create

Are you crafty or creative? Come along to our session, try new materials, make something awesome, and enjoy a chilled, creative time with friends. No experience needed - just bring your ideas and get stuck in.

Location 

Lockerbie Town Hall

Date and time

Thursday 6th August 

3 pm to 4:30 pm

 

Douglas Park Pop Up

A relaxed, welcoming park pop up for young people in S1 and up to hang out with friends. Meet new people and take part in fun activities like inflatables, mini festivals, photo challenges and more! 

Location

Douglas Park, Newton Stewart

Date and time

10th, 17th, 24th, 31st July & 7th, 14th August

2-4pm

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Friday Night Football

Fun, free football project open to all young people P6-S6. Get active, make new mates, and enjoy playing the game. Chat to youth workers and tell us what you would like to see happen in YOUR community!

Location

Dalbeattie High School, MUGA 

Date and time

Fridays 17th, 31st July, 7th & 14th August

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Glow Night- Youth Music Event

Enjoy sets from talented local young DJ and Live music from a local boy band, plus the chance to jump on karaoke and have your moment on the mic. There will be glow accessories, UV face paint, a photo booth and fun glow games/ activities throughout the night. Grab tasty BBQ food and Mocktails while you hang out with friends, dance and enjoy high-energy night full of music and glow vibes.S1 - S6

 Location

Hillview Leisure Centre, Kelloholm 

Date and time

Friday 31st July- 6.30-8PM,