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Find youth events, activities and groups

Free youth work programmes running September to December 2025 for young people aged 12 to 25 years across Dumfries and Galloway.

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You can find an event, group or activity by:

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  • typing in what you're looking for in the search bar
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Get updates on groups and activities

Go to our Facebook page.

If you have any queries, contact the Youth Work Team

10 Hour Dart Marathon

Get ready for a marathon like no other! Our darts league players are taking on a full 10-hour Dart Marathon, staying at the oche from start to finish to raise vital funds for their group. Sponsored players will throw nonstop darts, test their stamina and keep the scores flying all day long. Support their efforts, cheer them on and help us hit our fundraising target-one dart at a time!

Location

Vibe 75, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Friday 10th April at 10am to 8pm

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12-17 Drop In

Access support & advice, themed issue-based activities & information on topics including mental health, friendships, homework & study support.

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays

3:30pm to 5:30pm

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BBQ, Colour Run and Games!

Join us at Whithorn MUGA or Wigtown Gardens for a BBQ, colour run and fun games and activities! Please bring along an old t-shirt for the colour run.

Location

Whithorn MUGA and Wigtown Gardens

Date and time

Monday 30th March

Whithorn - 1pm to 3pm

Wigtown - 5pm to 7pm

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Brain Power Hour

An opportunity for quiet, independent study or to recharge with wellbeing activities with support from youth workers. Aimed at young people preparing for exams or assessments.

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan

Date and time

Monday 30th March

11:30am to 12:30pm

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Come In!

If you're in or around Annan, drop in this Easter to meet youth workers, explore the space, and enjoy activities like gaming, music and arts and crafts.

Location

Session 1 - Victoria Halls, Annan

Session 2 - Lockerbie Academy

Session 3 - Moffat Academy

Date and time

Wednesday 1st April, Thursday 2nd and 9th April

6pm to 7:30pm

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Crafty and Creative

Are you crafty and creative? Why not join our session to restyle and upcycle your favourite shoes, bag, purse or belt. Don't have anything? Don't worry, we can provide them for you.

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan

Date and time

Thursday 2nd and 9th April

3:30pm to 5pm

Get involved

Sign up is required for week 2, use this link.

Daytime Disco - Dalbeattie

Love Music? Looking for somewhere to dance, sing or chill? Come along to our Daytime Disco! Listen to our Live DJ, take part in Karaoke and make Mocktails with pals!

Location

Dalbeattie Town Hall

Date and time

Tuesday 7th April

12pm to 2pm

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Daytime Disco - Lockerbie

Love Music? Looking for somewhere to dance, sing or chill? Come along to our Daytime Disco! Listen to our Live DJ, take part in Karaoke and make Mocktails with pals!

Location

Lockerbie Town Hall

Date and time

Monday 30th March and Tuesday 7th April

4pm to 6pm

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Drop In - Castle Douglas

Are you 12-17? Looking for something to do on a Friday Night? Drop In, take part in activities, access something hot for tea and speak to Youth Workers!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas Community Centre

Date and time

Friday 10th April from 6.30-8.30pm

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Easter Activity Evening - Gretna

Do you live in Gretna? In P6-S6? Looking for something to do during Easter? Why not pop along to our Gretna activity evening! Meet local youth workers, take part in activities with Let's Get Sporty and share your dance moves through a silent disco!

Location

Gretna Primary School

Date and time

Thursday 2nd April

6pm to 8pm

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