Join us for a day of free pop-up performances and activities for the whole family as we kick off the 2025 Edinburgh International Children’s Festival. 

The ever popular Family Day returns for 2025. Experience exciting pop-up performances and creative encounters with local artists – from theatre and dance to walk-about characters – there is something for the whole family to enjoy. 

The full event programme will be published in May. 

The 2025 Edinburgh International Children’s Festival runs 24 May – 1 June in venues across Edinburgh. The Festival explores important themes in inspiring, joyful and accessible ways and pushes the boundaries of what is expected in children’s theatre and dance.  

The Edinburgh International Children's Festival 2025 programme is now available on the Imaginate website.

Accessibility and facilities

We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.  

Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland.