Your Local Calendar
This website is your local hub for everything happening across Greater Craigmillar, you can explore events, follow your favourite groups, join fun community challenges. It’s designed to be simple, friendly, and a fun way to stay connected with what’s going on in your area.
Explore All EventsWeekly Activities Clubs, Groups and Classes
Weekly Activities, Clubs, Groups and Classes Across the Greater Craigmillar communities there is a wide range of support, activities, and opportunities being delivered by local organisations every week.
Breakfast Club
7:15 AM - 9:00 AM Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
61 Niddrie Mains Terrace
Open in Google MapsParent/carers who need childcare in the morning, children must attend Niddrie Mill or St Francis Primary Schools.
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Community Cafe
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
31 Bingham Avenue, Edinburgh, EH15 3HZ
Open in Google MapsOur friendly volunteer run community cafe is open Tue - Fri 10am-2pm A variety of hot & cold beverages are available for a reasonable cost Hot foods such as soup, toasties, chips & breakfast specials available and specials Snacks such as crisps, cakes and biscuits. Payment by cash or card.
Edinburgh Food Project Hub Drop-In Support
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Tuesday Thursday Friday
Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsAt our Hub based inside Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing we have various drop-in support services. No appointments necessary. Just turn up and chat to one of our support agencies.
Youth Group
Tuesday and Thursday Youth Groups for p1-7 children Fun, games, sports, crafts activities available. Register interest by completing the form on the Starpic Website Sessions are free - yearly donation of £5 welcome
The Very Inclusive Play Club
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsA group for children aged 0-6 with additional support needs and their parents. Bond, enjoy activities, and share experiences with others. Discover techniques and strategies to help your child’s development at home. Organised by the Very Inclusive Play Club.
Making for Bridgend Group
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsCreate items from recycled materials to promote the farmhouse’s sustainability goals. All proceeds benefit the community. For more details, contact Gill Curran via the email below.
Hays Pet Food Bank
Our Pet food Bank ran by Places for People in partnership with Edinburgh Cat and dog home. Is not means tested. No registration required. We provide free cat and Dog food. Opened every Thursday between 10.00-12.00pm. Pet food bank is open to all PfP customers, community members living in Bi…
Free Boxing Fitness Class
Places for People in partnership with Places Leisure runs a free Boxing Fitness Class every Thursday. Class starts at 10.00 - 11.15am. Class is open to all community members. Open to all levels of fitness and mobility levels. This inclusive fitness class is well established. No need to register…
Community Gardening at The White House Garden
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM Thursday
The White House Community Garden, 70 Niddrie Mains Road
Open in Google MapsCommunity Alliance Trust hosts weekly gardening sessions at the back of the White House on Niddrie Mains Road. Sessions run from 10.30am - approx. 1pm with our community gardener Woody. Everyone is welcome and no experience is necessary. Come along and give it a go! For any info or questi…
Digital Skills/How to Use Your Smartphone
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday
Thistle Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH7 4NT
Open in Google MapsEvery Thursday Steph and Michael are available at Thistle from 10:30am-12:30pm to support you with anything digital including how to use your smartphone. They can help with setting up emails, creating accounts, passwords, safety online, writing CVs and much more. Just pop by, no appointment necessa…
Aditi
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday
Thistle Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsAditi is dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of women of colour. Our service is free and confidential. Aditi supports women to enable positive change in their lives. Our women only team is from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, with extensive experience in providing support and wellbe…
Community Cook Club
11:00 AM - 1:31 PM Thursday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsCome along and cook together, eat together A space where people can come and share a meal, meet new people and perhaps learn some new cooking skills and try new foods. telephone or email to secure your place.
Parent and Toddlers
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Thursday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsPop in and meet other parents/carers and enjoy a cuppa A perfect oppertunity for your little one to develope and explore
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
A set of two art in Gardens with Susie Wilson. No art experience needed,Thursdays1pm till 3pm.Booking required. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and t…
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
Last lot of Art in Gardens,5 week block. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and tea stop if available and Free.
Very Inclusive Play Club
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsA group for children 0-6 with additional support needs and their parents. Bond, have fun, and share experiences. Learn strategies to support your child’s development at home. Run by the Very Inclusive Play Club.
Sandy's Supported Kids Club
3:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsThis is a small group aimed at children with ASN with a high staff ratio. If you think your child would benefit from this group you should speak to thier school to send us an email referal so that your child can be added to the waiting list.
Thursday 16.00-20.00 available for booking
Space available for events, long term of block bookings. Bookings are free . Participants must not be charge - condition of booking. One off events do not require liability insurance as PfP staff will attend. For long term and block bookings groups must have liability insurance. Lease holders will …
Thursday Craft Club
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBring your personal craft project and participate alongside other creators in Workshop 3 (Bridgend Farmhouse). The environment will be relaxed and conducive to social interaction. As spaces are limited, please reserve your place by sending an email to the address provided below.
Breakfast Club
7:15 AM - 9:00 AM Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
61 Niddrie Mains Terrace
Open in Google MapsParent/carers who need childcare in the morning, children must attend Niddrie Mill or St Francis Primary Schools.
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Community Cafe
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
31 Bingham Avenue, Edinburgh, EH15 3HZ
Open in Google MapsOur friendly volunteer run community cafe is open Tue - Fri 10am-2pm A variety of hot & cold beverages are available for a reasonable cost Hot foods such as soup, toasties, chips & breakfast specials available and specials Snacks such as crisps, cakes and biscuits. Payment by cash or card.
Edinburgh Food Project Hub Drop-In Support
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Tuesday Thursday Friday
Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsAt our Hub based inside Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing we have various drop-in support services. No appointments necessary. Just turn up and chat to one of our support agencies.
Youth Group
Tuesday and Thursday Youth Groups for p1-7 children Fun, games, sports, crafts activities available. Register interest by completing the form on the Starpic Website Sessions are free - yearly donation of £5 welcome
The Very Inclusive Play Club
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsA group for children aged 0-6 with additional support needs and their parents. Bond, enjoy activities, and share experiences with others. Discover techniques and strategies to help your child’s development at home. Organised by the Very Inclusive Play Club.
Making for Bridgend Group
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsCreate items from recycled materials to promote the farmhouse’s sustainability goals. All proceeds benefit the community. For more details, contact Gill Curran via the email below.
Hays Pet Food Bank
Our Pet food Bank ran by Places for People in partnership with Edinburgh Cat and dog home. Is not means tested. No registration required. We provide free cat and Dog food. Opened every Thursday between 10.00-12.00pm. Pet food bank is open to all PfP customers, community members living in Bi…
Free Boxing Fitness Class
Places for People in partnership with Places Leisure runs a free Boxing Fitness Class every Thursday. Class starts at 10.00 - 11.15am. Class is open to all community members. Open to all levels of fitness and mobility levels. This inclusive fitness class is well established. No need to register…
Community Gardening at The White House Garden
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM Thursday
The White House Community Garden, 70 Niddrie Mains Road
Open in Google MapsCommunity Alliance Trust hosts weekly gardening sessions at the back of the White House on Niddrie Mains Road. Sessions run from 10.30am - approx. 1pm with our community gardener Woody. Everyone is welcome and no experience is necessary. Come along and give it a go! For any info or questi…
Digital Skills/How to Use Your Smartphone
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday
Thistle Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH7 4NT
Open in Google MapsEvery Thursday Steph and Michael are available at Thistle from 10:30am-12:30pm to support you with anything digital including how to use your smartphone. They can help with setting up emails, creating accounts, passwords, safety online, writing CVs and much more. Just pop by, no appointment necessa…
Aditi
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday
Thistle Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsAditi is dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of women of colour. Our service is free and confidential. Aditi supports women to enable positive change in their lives. Our women only team is from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, with extensive experience in providing support and wellbe…
Community Cook Club
11:00 AM - 1:31 PM Thursday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsCome along and cook together, eat together A space where people can come and share a meal, meet new people and perhaps learn some new cooking skills and try new foods. telephone or email to secure your place.
Parent and Toddlers
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Thursday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsPop in and meet other parents/carers and enjoy a cuppa A perfect oppertunity for your little one to develope and explore
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
A set of two art in Gardens with Susie Wilson. No art experience needed,Thursdays1pm till 3pm.Booking required. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and t…
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
Last lot of Art in Gardens,5 week block. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and tea stop if available and Free.
Very Inclusive Play Club
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsA group for children 0-6 with additional support needs and their parents. Bond, have fun, and share experiences. Learn strategies to support your child’s development at home. Run by the Very Inclusive Play Club.
Sandy's Supported Kids Club
3:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsThis is a small group aimed at children with ASN with a high staff ratio. If you think your child would benefit from this group you should speak to thier school to send us an email referal so that your child can be added to the waiting list.
Thursday 16.00-20.00 available for booking
Space available for events, long term of block bookings. Bookings are free . Participants must not be charge - condition of booking. One off events do not require liability insurance as PfP staff will attend. For long term and block bookings groups must have liability insurance. Lease holders will …
Thursday Craft Club
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBring your personal craft project and participate alongside other creators in Workshop 3 (Bridgend Farmhouse). The environment will be relaxed and conducive to social interaction. As spaces are limited, please reserve your place by sending an email to the address provided below.
Greater Craigmillar Events – Right Here, Right Now
Looking for what’s on in Niddrie and across Greater Craigmillar areas? You're in the right place. From Craigmillar to Bingham, Magdalene to Greendykes – if it's happening locally, you’ll find it here. Community meet-ups, sports, family days, music, and more — all in one spot. Welcome to your go-to local guide. Check in, get involved, stay connected.
Bright & Wild Festival 2026: Brave New Worlds
Fri, Jun 12
12.15 – 20.00
Lyra Artspace, 11 Harewood Ro…
Open in Google MapsLyra, Scotland’s first and only dedicated theatre for children and teenagers, r…
Family Festival: Summer Solstice Party
Sat, Jun 20
1 - 3
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsA family festival in Craigmillar Castle Park to celebrate the summer. Music, c…
Nature Walk: Mammals, tracks and signs
Wed, Jun 24
19:00 - 20:00
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin local expert Nadine Andrews for a walk in Craigmillar Castle Park to explo…
Craigmillar Library Volunteer Garden Session
Wed, Jun 24
10.30am to 1.30pm
Craigmillar Library (garden a…
Open in Google MapsJoin Community Alliance Trust this summer as we transform the library garden in…
Nature Walk: Flowering Plants
Fri, Jun 26
2 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin local expert Patrick Chaney to learn all about the beautiful flowering pla…
Summer Party
Sat, Jun 27
11:00 - 15:00
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Da…
Open in Google MapsThe summer party is heading to Bridgend! Join us for a lively sunny celebration…
Family Circus Workshop
Sun, Jun 28
12:00 - 14:00
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Da…
Open in Google MapsThe Circus is coming to Bridgend Farmhouse! Twirl, spin and juggle with the…
Picnic in the Park
Thu, Jul 2
12:00pm - 14:00pm
Bingham Park
Open in Google MapsPICNIC IN THE PARK IS BACK! Join us for an afternoon of community fun at Bingh…
Nature Trees: Summer Trees and Stories
Fri, Jul 3
2 - 3.30pm
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsThis interactive workshop will be facilitated by Elly Kinross who works in Crai…
TUIC Big Give Away Day
Sat, Jul 18
11-1500
Trade Unions In Communities
Open in Google MapsA fun packed day with music, food, face painting, and stalls with clothes, toys…
Free Mindulness Course for People Living with Chronic Pain
Tue, Jul 21
18:00
Online
Open in Google MapsFree 8 week online course starting 21st July 2026 at 6-8pm Our sessions are …
Family Workshop: Storytelling and Craft
Fri, Jul 24
1 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin wonderful storyteller Dougie McKay for some tales of summer and nature and…
Sandy's Mini Festival
Sat, Jul 25
11am - 2pm
Sandy's Community Centre, 76 …
Open in Google MapsThis is a community event with live music, world foods, table sales, bouncy cas…
Family Workshop: Woodland Musical Instruments
Fri, Jul 31
1 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin us in Craigmillar Castle Park to make some noise! We will be making instr…
IntoUniversity school leaver support
Tue, Aug 4
All day
Thistle Foundation
Open in Google MapsSupport for S4-6 school leavers following results day
Family Workshop: Natural Pigments and Dye
Tue, Aug 4
1 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin us for a woodland workshop in Craigmillar Castle Park on making and using …
Time Travel event
Sat, Sep 19
12.30-3pm
Craigmillar castle park playp…
Open in Google MapsCommunity led, family friendly event inviting people to “time travel” through s…