Heather on the Hill | Edinburgh

Ages - 0-5 years +

Happy Wee Place is a family destination that keeps children entertained and parents throughout the festival.

• Silent Disco

• Ceilidh Kids

• Artie's Singing Kettle

• Book Bug

Ages - 0-5 years (Book Bug), 18+ (Whisky Tasting)

Step away from the crowds and indulge in an intimate whisky tasting experience, exploring exceptional drams and the stories behind them in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

• Whisky Tasting

• Book Bug

Ages - 3 years +

Arabella's Hideaway offers an enchanting escape into Scottish heritage and culture, specifically designed for younger children and families seeking magical, educational experiences.

• Music Broth - Providing music workshops promoting musical expression

• Legacy Art Piece - Festival goers join in and contribute to a unique piece of art that celebrates creativity, connection, and community which can grow with every event.

Ages - All Ages

Drop by the tent throughout the day to unleash your child's inner performer and build unstoppable confidence with the fun, active circus skills.

Ages - All Ages

Rest & Be Thankful offers festival-goers a dedicated space for restoration, relaxation, and rejuvination amidst the excitement of the day for both adults and children.

• Professional Massage - Massage therapists offer various treatments (payable service) including deep tissue, sports massage, and relaxation sessions.

• Laughing Yoga Sessions - Multiple yoga classes for all skill levels, including specialised Kids Yoga sessions that introduce children to mindfulness in a playful, age-appropriate format.

Ages - All Ages

• Face Painting - Get ready for smiles and sparkles. From glittering festival fairies to rockstar designs, treat your little ones to professional face painting they will love.

• Welded Bracelets - Spark a lasting memory together at our permanent jewellery station, where families can get matching, custom-fitted bracelets welded on in a flash.

Ages - 0-6 years +

• Mini Highland Show

• Sensory Kids Area

• Soft Play Room

• Weather Protection

• Ancillary Stages

• Cinema Room

• Street Soccer

• Mini Zoo

Ages - 0-6 years+

Let your little ones explore, splash, and create our vibrant outdoor messy play zone - the ultimate sensory adventure for festival - going families! It is the perfect stress-free spot for kids of all ages to get hands-on with giant paint bubbles, sensory mud pits, and colourful textures while you sit back and enjoy the music nearby.

• Messy Play

• Giant Outdoor Games

Professional circus performers will bring spontaneous entertainment directly to festival-goers as they explore the Countryside area and beyond, creating unexpected moments of wonder and joy throughout the afternoon and early evening.

Persons aged 0-15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over (1 adult minimum per 2 persons aged 0-15 years old).

Child ticket - For those 0-4 years old

Kids ticket - For those 5-13 years old

General Admission and VIP - For those 14+

Child tickets and Kids tickets will be available once you have selected a General Admission ticket via Ticketmaster.

Ticket limits - 6 GA + 6 Kids + 6 Child per transaction OR 6 VIP per transaction.

Those aged 0-4 get into VIP free with an adult 21+ who has a valid VIP ticket.

If you are attending with someone aged 0-15 years old, we encourage you to register your contact details in advance via our guardianship procedure here.

Please note, the Raised Platform and Ground-Level Viewing Area are reserved to full capacity for Heather On The Hill. If you apply for this show, you may be added to a waitlist.