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Free Women’s Health & Wellbeing Day
You are warmly invited to a Free Women’s Health & Wellbeing Day organised by The Welcoming and Waverley Care.
Why are we waiting: The People’s Conference 2026
CAPS Independent Advocacy’s People’s Conference 2026 explores waiting for mental health services, bringing people with lived experience together to share experiences and ideas for change.
Shaping Capacity Building of Social Prescribing in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Join the EMS300 Community Connections workshops in Edinburgh to network, share challenges and help shape the future of social prescribing and community-connected healthcare.
Song Bridge bringing together Ukraine and Scotland through music: Tuesday 25 August
Join an uplifting concert celebrating the power of music to connect people across borders and generations. Bringing Ukraine and Scotland together through music.
Free short film screening on grief: Monday 17 August
Let’s Talk About Loss collaborated with Messy Films and Everyman Cinemas to bring you a free screening of The Pigeon, a short film about navigating grief.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026: Changing the Narrative
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026 explores the theme Changing the Narrative, with advice on suicide prevention, support and how to talk about mental health.
Edinburgh residents announce launch of active volunteering group, GoodGym Edinburgh
GoodGym Edinburgh launches on 11 August, combining free group exercise with volunteering to support local charities, communities and wellbeing across the city.
Wester Hailes Open Exhibition 2026: Submit Your Artwork
Submit artwork for the Wester Hailes Open Exhibition 2026, celebrating local stories, creativity and community at WHALE Arts.
New digital employment and careers support available for job seekers
Discover DWP’s new digital employment tools, including Find a Job, CV Builder and AI Work Assistant, to help you search for work and prepare applications.
2026 Call for Art: Take part in the Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition
Take part in the 2026 Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition in Edinburgh. Find out how to request your canvases and get involved.
Volunteer Edinburgh Recruitment Fair Returns This September
Explore volunteering opportunities at the Volunteer Edinburgh Recruitment Fair 2026 and meet over 60 charities and community organisations from across Edinburgh.
Speak Their Name Memorial Quilt Tour Comes to Edinburgh
The Speak Their Name Memorial Quilts visit Edinburgh and Glasgow this August, offering a powerful space for remembrance, reflection and suicide awareness.
Thinking About Volunteering in Retirement?
Find out about volunteering opportunities in Edinburgh at this free information session for people who are retired or approaching retirement.
Help Shape Scotland’s Response to Alcohol Harm
Join Alcohol Focus Scotland’s Alcohol Action Network and help shape positive change around alcohol harm in Scotland.
Save the date for the Broomhouse Street Party
The Broomhouse Street Party is back this August, bringing a fun-filled afternoon of free entertainment for the whole community.
Free Summer Garden Party coming to Gracemount
Everyone is invited to enjoy a free Summer Garden Party at Gracemount Mansion Gardens this August.
CAPS Advocacy is Looking for New Members for Its Collective Advocacy Group in Edinburgh
Join CAPS Advocacy’s free Collective Advocacy group in Edinburgh. Have your voice heard, connect with others, and help improve mental health services for everyone.
Community Ticketing Initiative returns for Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s CTI gives people who may otherwise be unable to attend the festival the opportunity to enjoy Fringe performances.
Edinburgh Leisure launches fully funded Summer of Sport Workforce Development Programme for young people
Fully funded lifeguard, swimming teacher and first aid qualifications for eligible young people aged 16–25.
Get Outdoors This Summer with Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust
Discover free summer events across Edinburgh with Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust, including nature walks, Tai Chi, family festivals, cycling and outdoor workshops.
Young people invited to join suicide prevention advisory group in Scotland
Young people aged 16–24 with lived experience of suicidality or bereavement by suicide are invited to join a new Suicide Prevention Scotland Youth Advisory Group.
Free and low-cost family activities this summer in Edinburgh
Find free and low-cost activities for children and families across Edinburgh this summer, with new events added regularly throughout the school holidays.
Accessible theatre performances across Edinburgh this summer
Discover accessible theatre performances taking place across Edinburgh this June and July, including captioned, BSL interpreted, audio described and relaxed shows.
Near Me: Attend appointments with health and public services by video call
Use the NearMe.scot video consulting service to attend appointments from home or wherever is convenient. All you need is a device and an internet connection.
Bridgend Farmhouse Summer Party
Looking for something fun to do with the family this summer? Head along to Bridgend Farmhouse for a free day of activities, creativity and community.
Community Picnic at WHALE Arts
Join WHALE Arts for their free Community Picnic on Saturday 8 August.
Introducing MyCare.Scot: Access your health and care information on your phone
MyCare.scot is Scotland’s new online app that will make it easier for you to access your health and social care information in one secure place on your phone.
The Edinburgh school uniform exchange
The Leith Collective will open a free school uniform exchange within its Ocean Terminal and Fort Kinnaird stores in Edinburgh.
Step into summer with Walking Scotland’s Step Count Challenge
Join the free 4-week team challenge starting Monday 6 July and walk or wheel your way to a healthier, happier you. Good for you, for communities and the planet.
Alcohol Awareness Week 2026: Alcohol and Me
Alcohol Awareness Week 2026 encourages reflection on alcohol use and wellbeing. Find information, self-help tools, and local support for alcohol and substance use in Edinburgh.
Pack, Plan and Prepare this summer with NHS Inform
Discover essential tips to keep you and your loved ones safe and happy this summer.
Scottish Recovery Network launches new Peer Connects programme for 2026/27
Booking is open for Peer Connects 2026/27 from Scottish Recovery Network, with events and webinars exploring how to strengthen mental health peer support across Scotland.
Bethany Christian Trust’s Welcome Centre to run year-round
A service providing emergency accommodation for people sleeping rough over winter will be able to continue throughout the year, thanks to a funding commitment by the City of Edinburgh Council.
Families to Benefit from Summer VAT Cut on Meals and Leisure Activities
UK summer VAT cut (25 June–1 Sept 2026) reducing costs on children’s meals and family activities like cinemas, museums and attractions across the UK.
Loneliness Awareness Week 2026: Giving Loneliness a Voice in Edinburgh
Find support this loneliness Week. Explore ways to stay connected with self-help guides, resources, and local services.
Carers Week 2026: Building Carer Friendly Communities in Edinburgh
Find support for unpaid carers in Edinburgh during Carers Week 2026. Explore iThrive self-help guides, resources, and local services.
Help with heating oil costs – support available
Households struggling with the rising cost of heating oil will soon be able to access financial support through their local council.
New Docuseries ‘Fae the Source’ Explores Masculinity and Men’s Mental Health in Scotland
A new five-part docuseries, Fae the Source, is shining a light on masculinity, men’s mental health, and what it means to grow up as a man in Scotland today.
New wellbeing hub for Scottish veterans and families
Scotland’s Veterans Wellbeing Alliance has launched a new online hub for veterans and families. The easy-to-use online platform is designed to empower veterans.