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Find youth events, activities and groups

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

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Get updates on groups and activities

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If you have any queries, contact the Youth Work Team

The Hut Youth Project Juniors

A space for young people to hang out, make new friends and try fun activities - including bake offs, water fights, sports, crafts and more! 

Location

The Hut, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Thursdays

P6/7 - 5.30-6.45pm

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The Hut Youth Project Seniors

A space for young people to hang out, make new friends and try fun activities - including bake offs, water fights, sports, crafts and more! 

Location

The Hut, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Thursdays

S1-S6 - 7.00-8.30pm

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Tuesday Night Football

Live in Annan or the surrounding areas and fancy a kick about on a Tuesday night? Come along, chat to youth workers and have an opportunity to play football, or take part in other activities with your pals.

Locations, Date and time

Tuesdays

7.15-8.30pm

Annan Swimming Pool

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Under The Lights

Space for young people to come and play football with their friends. Upskilling football skills, alongside bite-sized youth information activities. 

Location

North West Community Campus Community Sports Hub 

Date and time

Saturdays

6.00-8.00pm 

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Welcoming Hands

A British Sign Language (BSL) group to learn, connect and belong! Join Castle Douglas Development Forum and volunteers Poppy and Freya to learn BSL in a safe, supportive space for young women. 

Location

Crannog, Castle Douglas

Date and time

Mondays

6.00-7.00 pm

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What Now?

Keen to learn your driving theory, build your CV or gain practical skills? What Now is the group for you! Designed by and for 16-25 year olds, our new Youth Group will help you prepare for the next phase of your life. 

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Tuesdays

7.00-8.30 pm

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Whithorn After School

Looking for something fun after school? Join our Whithorn after school group to make friends, try new activities and explore exciting topics in a welcoming space.

Location

Whithorn Primary School

Date and time

Mondays

3.00-4.15 pm

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YES Volunteers

Gain Volunteer experience and develop cooking skills, help with preloved clothes rail, and develop resources and information. For Ages 16-25s 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Wednesdays

6.00-8.00 pm

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Young Leaders

Want to help shape the future of Oasis Youth Centre? Join Oasis Young Leaders and become part of a team of young volunteers aged 14-17 who help run events, support activities, work behind the scenes and represent the views of young people. Gain new skills, build confidence, strengthen your CV and make a real difference in your community while ensuring young people's voices are heard.

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursdays

3.30-4.30 pm

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Youth Fridge

Come along and check out what’s on our Youth Fridge menu! Pasta, Toasties, Wraps, Soup and lots more! Free food, refreshments and somewhere to hang out with your friends after school.

 Location

McMillan Hall, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Fridays

3.30-5.00 pm

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