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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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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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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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Youth Group BBQ

Free BBQ = Massive Fun! 

Looking for something to do? Come chill, eat and have a laugh at our Youth Group BBQ Party! Expect epic games & challenges, giant inflatables good vibes and music, tasty BBQ food. Bring your friends, meet new people, and make it a night to remember! For 12-17s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Friday 7th August

7-8.30pm

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Junior Youth Group

Youth Group for P6/7s to try new activities, make friends and build confidence through new skills. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

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

3.30-5.30pm

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S1 Youth Group

Youth group for young people in S1 to try new activities, make friends and grow their confidence while building new skills. It's a fun, relaxed space to explore interests, get involved and be part of a supportive group. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

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

6.30-8pm

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Super Mondays

If you have additional support needs or disabilities, this group is for you. Join us to meet people your age, make friends and take part in fun, confidence-building activities. We are a friendly, inclusive space where you can try new things, be yourself and feel part of a supportive community. Ages 12-25 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries 

Date and time

Mondays at 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm 

13th July - Wellbeing Night 

20th July- Games Night 

27th July- Sports Mash-up 

Around The World

This Global Education group is for young people curious about the world around them. Do you want to join a group exploring art, food and culture from abroad? Learn new skills, meet new people and connect with other people and cultures. For 12-17s.

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Saturdays 18th, 25th July & 1st, 8th, 15th August

12.30-3.30pm

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Events Team

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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Fairshare

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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Gaming Group

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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