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Find youth events, activities and groups

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

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If you have any queries, contact the Youth Work Team

Young Makers

Are you interested in making and designing? Do you want to see some of your designs and ideas realised? Join the young makers group this summer and work towards building projects for Oasis Youth Centre. Learn new skills, meet new people and even work towards achieving your Dynamic Youth Award. For 14-17s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays 28th July & 4th, 11th August

Thursdays 30th July & 6th, 13th August

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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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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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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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Kaos Got Talent

Join us for Kaos Got Talent at Wigtown's Summer Show! Come along and learn music, dance, magic and storytelling with the industries finest! Be part of our Summer Showcase! For P6-S6.

Location

Kaos Cafe, Wigtown

Date and time

Monday 27th July & 3rd, 10th August

5.30-7pm

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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.