Children's activities

Fun, active and creative activities for children across South Lanarkshire!

Looking for something fun for your child to get involved in? We’ve got you covered.

Whether it’s their first steps into an activity or discovering a new passion, we have something for children and young people of all ages.

Discover ACE/Tiny ACE

Our ACE/Tiny ACE activities bring together a massive range of activities for babies and toddlers right through to teenagers.

There is something for everyone, including:

Football
Gymnastics
Athletics
Trampolining
Dance
Drama
Arts and crafts
LEGO
Minecraft
Music
And much more!

ACE/Tiny ACE is a great way for children and young people to learn a new skill, build confidence and stay active.

Find out more about ACE/Tiny ACE activities, including how to book, at our ACE/Tiny ACE page.

More ways to have fun!

ACE/Tiny ACE is just the start. Across South Lanarkshire we offer a wide range of activities and experiences for children and young people.

Adventure, stories and discovery

Our libraries are full of opportunities for children to learn, be creative and discover something new.

Storytelling, reading activities, arts and crafts, and games, explore children's library activities.

Make a splash

Swimming is a fantastic way for children to stay active while learning an essential life skill.

Programmes and activities are available at pools across South Lanarkshire for children at different ages and stages, view swimming timetables.

Give golf a go

Introduce your child to golf with our junior golf opportunities.

A fun way for young people to learn the basics, develop their skills and enjoy being outdoors, find out more about golf.

Get your skates on

Looking for something a little different? Why not give ice-skating a try.

Head to our ice rink in East Kilbride for an exciting day on the ice, a brilliant way for children and families to enjoy some time together, find out more about ice skating.

Get active together

Some of our fitness classes are also suitable for young people aged 12 and over.

Our classes provide an opportunity for young people to become more active and develop healthy habits from an early age, view our fitness classes.

Great days out for the whole family

Sometimes the best activity is getting outside and exploring.

South Lanarkshire is home to fantastic parks, outdoor spaces, museums and attractions where families can get active and spend together.

Calderglen Country Park and Zoo

Explore woodland walks, open spaces, historic surroundings, and meet the animals at Calderglen Zoo.

Find out more about Calderglen Country Park and Calderglen Zoo.

Chatelherault Country Park

Country walks, open spaces and historic surroundings with plenty to explore.

Visit Chatelherault Country Park.

James Hamilton Heritage Park

Enjoy the great outdoors, with beautiful surroundings, walking routes and waterside activities to discover.

Visit James Hamilton Heritage Park

Low Parks Museum

Make learning fun at Low Parks Museum, where children and families can discover South Lanarkshire’s history through exhibitions, displays and activities.

Visit Low Parks Museum

Make their next Birthday one to remember

Planning a birthday party? Let us help maker it one to remember.

Our facilities offer a range of options for children’s birthday celebrations, giving you the chance to enjoy the fun while we take care of the setting.

Find out more about children's birthday parties.

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