Calling all North Edinburgh Community Festival attendees: Be part of the first ever flash mob by the community for the community!
You’ve danced to it at birthday parties, you’ve danced to it at weddings, shucks you’ve probably danced to it in your pals kitchen at one point.
Join me at 1.15 at the main stage and again at 4pm at the carnival stage.
EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES DAY – SATURDAY 16 MAY
OUT OF THE BLUE DRILL HALL
Sign up, and join in the fun at one of the two FREE family-friendly Scottish Ceilidh workshops which are part of the afternoon activities taking place at this year’s Festival of Europe Scotland’s European Communities Day.
Particularly aimed at families with children aged 3-9 years, new Scots and Old Scots can discover and enjoy for the first or 100th time the dances and tap along to the music.
Lead by Caroline from Ceilidhkids each workshop is aimed at families with children aged 3 – 9 years. It’s family dancing, not children’s dancing so children should be accompanied by an adult willing to join in. One adult can dance with two children.
The dance steps are simplified and non-scary. As it is a shoes off dance floor there is a chance for everyone to show off their favourite socks!
Sign up via this link to be assured of a space: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/…/ceilidhkids-workshop…
Workshop 1: 2pm – 2.55pm
Workshop 2: 3.05pm – 4pm
But there will be first come spaces saved for those who turn up on the day! Please note: a ticket is required for every person attending (both adults and children), so be sure to book a place for each member of your group.
We hope you can join us!
This Ceilidh Workshop is part of European Communities Day, 16 May, Out of the Blue Drill Hall. It is made possible thanks to #NationalLottery players
Find out more about #FestivalofEuropeScotland and European Communities Day here: https://festivalofeuropescotland.org/…/european…/
Credit Photo: Ruth Armstrong Photography
SATURDAY 16 MAY at WEST PILTON PARK
Scruffs Dog Show is back — and we can’t wait to see your four‑legged superstars shine!
From waggiest tail to best male, this is your pup’s moment to steal the spotlight. Bring the family, bring the fun, and let’s celebrate the dogs who make our days brighter.
Join us on the day and get ready for a whole lot of paws, applause, and happy chaos!
Saturday 16th May, 1.30pm – 3.30pm
West Pilton Park
£2 entry fee
We are looking for volunteers to help us at the 5th North Edinburgh Community Festival on Saturday 16th May. Any time you can give would be most welcome.
We’re looking for help with the following:
SETTING UP
help setting up the festival in the morning pre opening to the public at 12noon. This includes placing tables and chairs in all the marquees, helping set up the food court, putting up signage and other general tasks. 8am-11am.
MANNING THE REGISTRATION DESK
Showing people where to go and general information. 12noon – 530pm.
DISMANTLE AND CLOSE DOWN POST FESTIVAL
Helping to pack down the festival – packing up of tables and chairs, helping with rubbish and litter, and removal of signage.
PARADE STEWARDS
The parade starts outside North Edinburgh Arts, Macmillan Hub and walks towards the park. Route should take about 45 minutes.
If you are keen to get involved, even if its for an hour or two across any of these roles, please email northedinfest@gmail.com
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COMMUNITY PARADE ALERT 
Get ready for big colours, big noise and big North Edinburgh spirit. Whether you’re marching, cheering or just soaking up the atmosphere, come join the fun and show what this community is made of. Let’s make it unforgettable.
If you want to be part of the parade, wear costumes, sing, dance, or just walk the route, contact stephnecf@gmail.com
