Find youth events, activities and groups

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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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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Live in Ecclefechan or the surrounding areas? Looking for something to do over the holidays? Why not pop along to Ecclefechan youth group! Take part in activities like cooking, arts and crafts, listen to music and even play laser tag with your friends! P6-S6.

Location

Ecclefechan Village Hall

Date and time

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

4-5.30pm

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Interested in events? Whether you're drawn to performing, lighting, sound or the buzz of backstage action, you can build real skills and get hands-on experience in the world of events. Step in and level up your craft. Age 14-17

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 28th July, 4th and 11th August 

4-5:30 pm 

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Interested in volunteering? Want to help us create food parcels and tasty treats for our Drop In Groups etc? Pop along and find out how you can also work towards a Saltire Award! For 14-25s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

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

11.30am-2.30pm

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Get your boots on and your pals ready for Annandale & Eskdale's football tournament! Whether you're scoring goals or backing your mates from the sidelines, it's all about fun, fair play, and making great memories together. Transport can be provided for young people from other parts of Annandale & Eskdale- please speak to youth workers for more info! P7-S6

Location

Lockerbie Academy

Date and time

Wednesday 5th August 

11 am to 3 pm

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Fun, free football project open to all young people P6-S6. Get active, make new mates, and enjoy playing the game. Chat to youth workers and tell us what you would like to see happen in YOUR community!

Location

Dalbeattie High School, MUGA 

Date and time

Fridays 17th, 31st July, 7th & 14th August

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Enjoy tasty food from the scran van and get involved in a full day of activities. Take on the inflatables, try a range of indoor and outdoor games, or get creative with arts and crafts. Step up to our karaoke or relax in the chill zone with music and beanbags. Come along and get involved. Age 12-17 

Location

Community Centre, Thornhill

Date and time

Tuesday 4th August 

12-1:30pm 

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Interested in Gaming? Like trying new games or competing against pals? Pop along to Game Zone! A new Youth Group giving YOU the chance to try the latest games! P6-S2

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Wednesday 15th July, 5th & 12th August 

3:30-5:30pm

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Do you like gaming? Each week we have different games to try from game competitions to building your own boardgame! Explore sports games, design your own game and take part in gaming competitions! For 12-17s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursdays 30th July, 6th & 13th August

2-4pm

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