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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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Music Drop In Rehersal

Whether you're practising for a performance or just want to try out a new song, come along to this Drop In to practice your music skills. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursday 30th July, 6th & 13th August 

7-8:30 pm 

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Picnic In The Park

Bring your pals and join us for an afternoon of food and games in the park. Join team challenges, frisbee, and plenty of laughs as we chill, make new mates, and have fun together. P6-S6

Location

King Edward's Field, Lockerbie

Date and time

Monday 3rd August, 1 pm-3 pm 

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Ready Steady Cook

Fancy yourself a culinary genius and creator of all things delicious? Come along to our ready, steady, cook session! Here you are challenged to create the tastiest and most inventive lunch using simple ingredients. P7-S6.

Locations, Date and time

Monday 13th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 14th July - Gretna Primary School - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 14th July - Victoria Halls, Annan - 3.30-5pm

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Retro Dance

Funky creative dance workshop to learn a hip hop and commercial dance routine, gain confidence, get creative and have fun. Age 12-17

Location

Hillview Leisure Centre, Kelloholm 

Date and time

Friday 24th July 3:30 pm-5 pm

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Self Care

Try out different ways to relax and recharge, from creative activities to calming techniques- find what self-care works best for you! For Age 12-17

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Tuesday the 4th August 

6:30-8:30 pm 

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SFX Makeup Workshop

Come along to our SFX Makeup Workshop where you'll learn the skills to create bold, eye-catching looks! From bruises and cuts to dramatic transformations, you'll explore special effects techniques and bring your imagination to life. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Monday 27th July 

3:30-5:30 pm 

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Spiritual Mindfulness

Take time to pause and reflect at our Spiritual Mindfulness Session, a calm and welcoming space to explore your inner self. Through gentle activities like relaxation, reflection, and creative expression, you'll learn ways to manage stress, build awareness, and feel more grounded. It's all about finding what helps you feel balanced, connected, and positive in a supportive environment. For 12-17s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Monday 10th August

3.30-5.30pm

Summer Survival

Learn simple tips to keep yourself and your friends safe at events, festivals, and out in the community this summer through our hands-on interactive Summer Survival Session. For 12-17s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 21st July

6.30-8.30pm

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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

Saturday 18th, 25th July, 1st, 8th and 15th August 

6-8pm 

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Youth Group

Youth group, for ages 12-17, offering a friendly space to try new activities, meet people and build useful skills. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Friday 10th, 17th and 24th of July and 14th of August 

7-8:30pm 

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