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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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BBQ, Slip & Slide, Water Fight!

Come along for a fun day outside taking part in our big water fight, slip and slide, complete with BBQ and refreshments! Please bring appropriate clothing for the water fight! For P6-S2.

Location

Agnew Park, Stranraer

Date and time

Saturday 8th August

1-3pm

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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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Bubble Football

Get ready to bounce, roll and crash your way into victory in our Bubble Football competition! Strap into a giant inflatable bubble and take on the pitch like never before! Whether you're fiercely competitive or just in it for the chaos, this is the ultimate summer showdown for teams who love sport with a twist. Gather your squad, suit up, and let the mayhem begin! P7-S6.

Location

Moffat Academy

Date and time

Monday 27th July 

5-7pm

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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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Club 180

A fun and friendly space for young people to learn, play and compete in darts! Step up to the oche to sharpen your skills and enjoy the thrill of the game! S1-6. 

Location

Vibe 75, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Wednesday 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th July & 5th, 12th August

5.30-7pm

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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

 

Crime Scene Investigation

Our Crime Scene Investigation Workshop will help YOU discover the science behind solving mysteries! Work like a real CSI as you examine clues, analyse evidence, and learn how forensic techniques help crack cases. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries. 

Date and time

Monday 3rd August 

3:30 pm- 5:30 pm 

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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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Drop In

Are you aged 12-17? Looking for something to do on a Friday Night? Want a safe space to meet with pals, access free food and chat? Pop into Drop In. Speak with Youth Workers, take part in themed activities each week and much more!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Wednesday 8th July

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

6:30-8:30pm 

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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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