North Edinburgh Arts
ENTRY
from £2
WHERE
Edinburgh
What it’s like
A community arts venue with creative sessions for under-fives, dance classes and film screenings, plus a café to fall into afterwards.
This is a proper community spot rather than a big gallery day out, and that's the appeal. There are creative sessions built for the 0-5 crowd, so it suits toddlers and babies more than school-age kids looking for something flashy. Dance and creative movement classes run for various ages too, which gives you options if your child fidgets through anything sit-down.
The film side is a nice extra if you fancy something for yourself: screenings like the Borscht Film Club showing Man of Marble come in at £5, and there's a members' rate on some events if you're a regular. The Sunshine Social Club gives you a free first go, then it's a suggested donation after that, which is a fair way to try before you commit.
Opening hours shift through the week: earlier finishes Monday to Wednesday, later on Thursday and Friday until 8pm, and just a short Saturday morning slot from 10 till 2. Worth knowing that in July 2026 Saturdays are closed altogether and Fridays run to 6pm instead, and there's a full building closure on 5 September 2026 for ground floor works with everything cancelled that day. There's a café on site for a coffee and a snack, though there's no dedicated car park, just limited on-street spaces around the building, which can be a faff if you're juggling a buggy and a toddler in tow.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- Under-5s, with dance classes covering older kids too
- Parking
- Limited on-street parking available around the building
- All Saturdays in July 2026 are closed, with Fridays running later to 6pm instead
- The building shuts completely on 5 September 2026 for ground floor works, so nothing is on that day
- Saturday hours the rest of the year are a short window, 10am to 2pm
- The Sunshine Social Club is free the first time you go
Plan your visit
How much does it cost?
It depends on the event. Film screenings run from £2 for members up to £5, and the Sunshine Social Club is free for your first visit then a suggested donation.
Do we need to book?
Booking details vary by event and are listed on the What's On page. You can also ring or email the venue directly if you're unsure.
Is there parking?
No dedicated car park, just limited on-street parking around the building.
What's there for younger children?
There are creative sessions aimed at 0-5 year olds, plus dance and creative movement classes for various ages.
Is there anywhere to eat?
There's a café on site, handy for a coffee or bite before or after a session.
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