Days Out events in Glasgow
View all the upcoming Days Out events taking place throughout Glasgow below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Glasgow
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The Dog Lover Show
7th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
The Dog Lover Show - Visit Scotland's largest dog show when it returns to the SEC Glasgow in September for another fun-packed day out for all the family!
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Rabbie’s: Tours from Glasgow
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Glasgow City Centre
Make Glasgow your base for a trip to Scotland and combine this pioneering city with the best of the Highlands on a tour with Rabbie's! Read more
T.Rex in Town
18th April 2019 - 31st July 2019
Step back in time to the Cretaceous period at Kelvin Hall and meet Trix in this once in a lifetime opportunity to come face to face with a T.Rex! Read more
Hire-a-guide at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
1st May 2019 - 1st September 2019
Take a personal tour around RSPB Loch Lomond with a guide looking for wildlife and discovering the unique history and management of the reserve! Read more
Summer of Sport
1st June 2019 - 31st August 2019
Bring your family along to Hill House in Helensburgh over the Summer where you'll be able to try out a variety of lawn games and activities! Read more
Riverside Museum Summer Beach
5th June 2019 - 31st August 2019
Glasgow's only beach is back once again for the summer holidays - grab your bucket and spade for lots of sandy fun at Riverside Museum! Read more
Oor Wullie’s BIG Bucket Trail Glasgow
17th June 2019 - 30th August 2019
Various Locations Glasgow
Oor Wullie's BIG Bucket trail will be taking to the streets of Glasgow this summer with life-size, individually decorated Oor Wullie sculptures waiting to be discovered, for everyone to enjoy! Read more
Culzean Treasure Trail
29th June 2019 - 15th September 2019
Some pesky pirates have docked at Culzean's shore and dropped some treasure around the park on their visit! Can you find the pieces of silver hidden around the park? Read more
Summer Fun at Loch Lomond Shores
1st July 2019 - 1st September 2019
Loch Lomond Shores have an amazing line-up of events and activities planned over the Summer to keep all the family entertained! Read more
Summer Nature Trail
1st July 2019 - 14th September 2019
Come and discover some of the local wildlife at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond's Summer Nature Trail. Perfect for your mini nature detectives! Read more
Summer Pirate Takeover
1st July 2019 - 14th August 2019
This summer, The Tall Ship pirates are taking over Glenlee for a range of pirate-themed activities! Read more
60 Days of Summer
5th July 2019 - 27th August 2019
National Trust for Scotland's Culzean Castle is offering 100 families per day the chance to enjoy all that the historic Ayrshire estate has to offer for a special price, until 27 August! Read more
A Dwelling House
6th July 2019 - 31st August 2019
Come along to The Hill House throughout the summer months for a range of family activities, from trails to drop-in arts and crafts inspired by design elements throughout the house! Read more
Outdoor Play
6th July 2019 - 31st August 2019
Come along to Geilston Garden this Summer for some outdoor play adventures on the spotter trail, wild flower maze and natural play area! Read more
Celtic FC Festival
26th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
It's time to get up close and personal with some of your heroes of past and present at the Celtic FC Festival between the 26th and 28th July! Read more
Zippos Circus at Kirkintilloch’s Woodhead Park
26th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
Kirkintilloch
Zippos Circus returns to Kirkintilloch’s Woodhead Park from 26th to the 28rd July 2019 with their 'Magnificent Top Hat' tour! Read more
Milngavie Gin Festival
27th July 2019
With a plethora of gins from all around the world and a particular focus on some amazing Scottish gins this year's Milngavie Gin Festival looks set to be another fantastic event! Read more
Scottish Pipe Band Championships
27th July 2019
The 2019 Scottish Pipe Band Championships will welcome players and spectators from across the globe on to Levengrove Park, Dumbarton on Saturday 27th July! Read more
The Beat’s On
27th July 2019
Glasgow South Side
On Saturday 27th July join Beatson Cancer Charity to celebrate the summer and get together with friends, family or colleagues for some all day entertainment! Read more
The Film Tribe
27th July 2019
The Film Tribe is coming to Glasgow! Join them at Argyle St Arches on July 27th for screenings of The Greatest Showman, Bridget Jones's Diary, Anchorman and IT! Read more
Costume Sunday
28th July 2019
Pollok House will be brought to life as staff wear trends from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries on one of their regular Costume Sunday events! Read more
Sufi Festival
28th July 2019
Glasgow South Side
Join us for a day-long festival throughout Tramway and our neighbours The Hidden Gardens on 28th July, as the Sufi Festival opens a door into the art and culture of Sufis! Read more
The Bridge Family Festival Day
28th July 2019
Come along and join in the summer festivities when the big Family Festival Day returns to The Bridge, Easterhouse on Sunday 28th July! Read more
Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green
29th July 2019 - 31st July 2019
Ayr
Zippos Circus returns to Ayr's Low Green from 18th to the 23rd June 2019 with their 'Magnificent Top Hat' tour! Read more
Cassiltoun Family Forest Fun Day
31st July 2019
Head along to Castlemilk Park on Wednesday 31st July for the annual Cassiltoun Family Forest Fun Day! Read more
Govanhill International Festival and Carnival
1st August 2019 - 11th August 2019
Glasgow South Side
Govanhill International Festival and Carnival is a cultural celebration of our unique community, including a Carnival Parade on Saturday 3rd August and a whole host of other events! Read more
Retrofest: Retro Gaming at R-CADE
2nd August 2019
For one day only R-CADE will be dusting off their most retro of consoles for you to play as part of their Retrofest on Friday 2nd August! Read more
Art on the Shore
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Art on the Shore is a brand new interactive loch side Art Festival running on the 3rd and 4th August 2019 at Loch Lomond Shores! Read more
Pirate Weekend at the Forge Market
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Ahoy there me hearties! Get ready for a swashbuckling day of fun enjoying the best of the high seas in Scotland's Largest Indoor Market! Read more
Wild Things Weekend
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Bring your wild things out on an adventure at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond this August and become nature detectives! Read more
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Family and Community Open Sunday
4th August 2019
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust will be opening its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public on Sunday 4th August for a Family and Community Open Day! Read more
Women’s EuroHockey Championship II
4th August 2019 - 10th August 2019
Cheer on Scotland's senior women's hockey team this summer when they compete in Women's EuroHockey Championship II at the Glasgow National Hockey Centre! Read more
Culzean Dog Jamboree
10th August 2019 - 11th August 2019
Culzean Castle's Dog Jamboree is a fur-tastic weekend with Dog Water Sports, Fun Dog Show, Dog Agility Course, Doggy Dash, Dog Market & more! Read more
Nerf War Carnival
10th August 2019 - 11th August 2019
With six themed arenas and six further incredible attractions the Nerf War Carnival at the SEC Glasgow will be an unmissable family event! Read more
Oor Wullie’s BIG Walk
10th August 2019
Registration is now open for Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity's BIG Walk is back with a new and extra special route for 2019 featuring Oor Wullie's BIG Bucket Trail! Read more
Women’s Tour of Scotland: Stage Two - Glasgow to Perth
10th August 2019
The Women's Tour of Scotland is set to be an outstanding world class permanent UCI calendar professional race fixture! Cheer on the racers as they set off from Glasgow's George Square on Stage Two! Read more
World Pipe Band Championships
16th August 2019 - 17th August 2019
The World's biggest Pipe Band Championships are being held on Glasgow Green on the 16th & 17th of August 2019! Read more
Pride Glasgow
17th August 2019 - 18th August 2019
Pride Glasgow, Scotland's largest LGBT festival, returns on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th August to its new home at the Riverside Museum! Read more
Scottish Invertebrate Show
18th August 2019
Invert Shows UK bring their Invertebrate Show to Scotland for the very first time where you can meet and purchase a variety of weird and wonderful bugs! Read more
SU2C Family Festival
18th August 2019
Join the Cancer Research UK Shop, Helensburgh for their annual Stand Up To Cancer Family Festival on Sunday 18th August at Hermitage Academy, Helensburgh! Read more
Costume Sunday
25th August 2019
Pollok House will be brought to life as staff wear trends from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries on one of their regular Costume Sunday events! Read more
Off The Beatson Track
25th August 2019
Glasgow West End
Off The Beatson Track is back for it's sixth year on Sunday 25th August and it’s going to be bigger, better and yellower than ever before! Read more
Millport Country Music Festival
30th August 2019 - 1st September 2019
Millport
Scotland’s biggest independent country music festival is back for its 25th year in 2019, once again taking over the beautiful seaside town of Millport on the Isle of Cumbrae! Read more
Epilepsy Scotland Ladies Lunch
1st September 2019
Bring your sparkle to the Hilton Grosvenor Glasgow this September and join Epilepsy Scotland for their fabulous annual Ladies Lunch! Read more
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Open Sundays
1st September 2019
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public on selected Sundays throughout the year! Read more
Go Swim Loch Lomond
7th September 2019
Go Swim Loch Lomond on Saturday 07 September is an open water swimming experience you'll never forget! Read more
Queens Park Harvest Festival
7th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
'Harvest Festival' is the first food show of its kind to be held at Queens Park Arena which demonstrates the best of local cuisine from grassroots organisations to established eateries! Read more
The Dog Lover Show
7th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
The Dog Lover Show - Visit Scotland's largest dog show when it returns to the SEC Glasgow in September for another fun-packed day out for all the family!
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Westerton Gala Day
7th September 2019
Westerton's Annual Gala Day, on Saturday 7th September, will have a flavour of space in celebration of the First Man on The Moon 50th Anniversary! Read more
Pedal For Scotland: The Big Belter
8th September 2019
Sign up now for Pedal For Scotland's 'The Big Belter' a 93 mile Glasgow to Edinburgh cycle taking place on Sunday 8th September 2019! Read more
Pedal For Scotland: The Classic Challenge
8th September 2019
Sign up now for Pedal For Scotland's 'The Classic Challenge' a 45 mile Glasgow to Edinburgh cycle taking place on Sunday 8th September 2019! Read more
Cathin Braes Local Nature Reserve Day
14th September 2019
Join the Glasgow Countryside Rangers and local Scottish Wildlife Trust group for the annual Cathkin Braes Local Nature Reserve Day on Saturday 14th September! Read more
Glesga Bricks LEGO Show
14th September 2019
Glesga Bricks is back for 2019! Featuring Scotland's top builders latest and greatest creations, interactive trains and mountains of LEGO to let creativity flow! Read more
Doors Open Days Glasgow
16th September 2019 - 22nd September 2019
Various Locations Glasgow
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Glasgow! This year's event will be held between the 16th and 22nd September! Read more
Clydebuilt Festival
21st September 2019 - 22nd September 2019
Back for its third year, the Clydebuilt Festival will return to the Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship at Riverside on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 2019! Read more
Clydebuilt Festival Dragon Boat Race
22nd September 2019
The first ever Dragon Boat Race on the River Clyde will take place on Sunday 22nd September as part of the annual Clydebuilt Festival! Read more
Great Scottish Run
28th September 2019 - 29th September 2019
Take part in the 2019 Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run through the streets of Glasgow and raise vital funds for your chosen charity! Read more
Costume Sunday
29th September 2019
Pollok House will be brought to life as staff wear trends from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries on one of their regular Costume Sunday events! Read more
Fizz & Sparkle Ladies Lunch
6th October 2019
Join Cancer Support Scotland for their annual Ladies Lunch... a fun girl's day out full of fizz, sparkle and laughter! Read more
Royal Troon Golf Day
10th October 2019
Parkinson's UK would love you to join them for a unique event where you'll get the chance to play on Royal Troon's magnificent Old Course - a frequent host of the Open Championship! Read more
GVVT Annual Open Weekend
12th October 2019 - 13th October 2019
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust's Annual Open Weekend returns for 2019 on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October! Read more
Tenement Trail Festival
12th October 2019
Glasgow East End
Tenement Trail Festival will move to the East End of Glasgow in 2019 as Scotland’s festival for music discovery returns for the seventh edition on Saturday 12th October! Read more
Marvel Universe Live!
24th October 2019 - 27th October 2019
Super Heroes come to life as the live action family spectacular Marvel Universe Live! returns to the SSE Hydro Glasgow in October 2019! Read more
TISSOT UCI Track Cycling World Cup
8th November 2019 - 10th November 2019
The TISSOT UCI Track Cycling World Cup series will be returning to Britain in November, catch all the action at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Glasgow! Read more
Glasgow Vegan Christmas Festival
23rd November 2019 - 24th November 2019
The Glasgow Vegan Christmas Festival will see two days of exciting cookery demos, inspirational talks, interactive workshops and children's activities come to the Trades Hall on November 23rd & 24th! Read more
Cheese Fest Glasgow
30th November 2019
Experience some of the cheesiest cheeses in the world with Melted Raclette, Cheese Wheels, Gooey Mozzarella Sticks and a whole host of cheesetastic tastes at Cheese Fest Glasgow 2019! Read more
West End Christmas Lights Switch On
1st December 2019
Glasgow West End
The West End Christmas Lights Switch On is being held on Sunday 1st December with entertainment from Midday and the big switch on taking place at 5.30pm! Read more
Christmas Victorian Stories
8th December 2019
Join us for a festive afternoon at Pollok House celebrating the Victorian Christmas tradition of telling ghost stories! Read more
Christmas Afternoon Tea on The Red Bus Bistro
14th December 2019
Glasgow City Centre
Book now for DEBRA's fantastic new event, Christmas Afternoon Tea on The Red Bus Bistro, and enjoy a tour of Glasgow accompanied with live entertainment! Read more
British Basketball Trophy Finals
15th March 2020
The British Basketball Trophy Final is returning to the Emirates Arena in Glasgow on Sunday 15th March 2020 and another sell-out crowd is expected... tickets on sale now! Read more
UEFA Euro 2020 Glasgow
15th June 2020
Various Locations Glasgow
Glasgow is one of 12 cities that will host UEFA EURO 2020 fixtures in Summer 2020 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the championship! Read more
UEFA Euro 2020 Glasgow
19th June 2020
Various Locations Glasgow
Glasgow is one of 12 cities that will host UEFA EURO 2020 fixtures in Summer 2020 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the championship! Read more
Ecto-Con 2020
20th June 2020
Ecto-Con, a one day fan event to celebrate EVERYTHING Ghostbusters, is coming to The Trades Hall, Glasgow on Saturday 20th June 2020! Read more
UEFA Euro 2020 Glasgow
23rd June 2020
Various Locations Glasgow
Glasgow is one of 12 cities that will host UEFA EURO 2020 fixtures in Summer 2020 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the championship! Read more
UEFA Euro 2020 Glasgow
30th June 2020
Various Locations Glasgow
Glasgow is one of 12 cities that will host UEFA EURO 2020 fixtures in Summer 2020 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the championship! Read more
TRNSMT Festival
10th July 2020 - 12th July 2020
TRNSMT Festival will return to Glasgow Green in 2020 from 10th – 12th July, with early bird tickets on sale on Friday 19th July 2019! Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
The Little Garden Kingdom
1st July 2019 - 11th August 2019
Looking for something to do during the school holidays? Come along to Greenbank Garden and enjoy their brand new summer children's experience!
East Renfrewshire Festival of Colour
27th July 2019
The East Renfrewshire Festival of Colour returns to Rouken Glen Park on Saturday 27th July... come along and join the fun!
Let’s Get Bogging For International Bog Day
28th July 2019
Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for their guided walk on International Bog Day and discover what bogs do for us from purifying water to preserving food!
Playground Festival
2nd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Playground Festival is a brand new three day music festival, featuring an eclectic mix of iconic international and best new artists, coming to Rouken Glen Park on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th August 2019!
Auchenback Active Limited Annual Community Safety Fun Day
8th August 2019
Auchenback Active are holding their fantastic annual Community Safety Event on Thursday 8th August at Auchenback Resource Centre, Barrhead!
Kids Party In The Park
17th August 2019
After a sellout show in May, Kids Party In The Park returns to Rouken Glen Park on Sat 17th August featuring tributes to Little Mix and George Ezra!
Whitecraigs Beer Festival
17th August 2019
Beer lovers in the Mearns, rejoice! The Whitecraigs Beer Festival returns this summer on Saturday 17th August!
Giffnock Beer Festival
24th August 2019
The annual Giffnock Beer Festival returns for a fifth year to GHA Rugby Club on Saturday the 24th August!
A History of Whitelee - By Bike
7th September 2019
Explore some of Whitelee's hard to reach history by bike on this full day cycle with the Whitelee Countryside Rangers!
Friday Street Mod Alldayer
7th September 2019
Don't miss a full day (and night) of music, shopping for vintage clothing and vinyl records, and of course scooters when the Friday Street Mod Alldayer hits Eaglesham on Saturday 7th September!
Giffnock Village Classic Car Show
7th September 2019
Take to the streets for the annual Giffnock Village Classic Car Show on Saturday 7th September - and remember to bring along the family!
Bog Monster Hunt
30th September 2019
Can your team of monster hunters follow the clues to find the monsters and put them back in the bog with some help from the Whitelee Countryside Rangers?
Art Attack
16th October 2019
Taking inspiration from the landscape & nature of the windfarm join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers and make some inspiring art!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Rabbie’s: Edinburgh City Tours
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Discover the stories, secrets, and sights of the city and get the local’s perspective of Edinburgh with Rabbie's Edinburgh City Tours!
Rabbie’s: Tours from Edinburgh
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Make Edinburgh your base for a trip to Scotland and combine the magic of Scotland's capital with the best of the Highlands on a tour with Rabbie's!
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
29th May 2019 - 31st December 2019
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
Oor Wullie’s BIG Bucket Trail Edinburgh
17th June 2019 - 30th August 2019
Oor Wullie's BIG Bucket trail will be taking to the streets of Edinburgh this summer with life-size, individually decorated Oor Wullie sculptures waiting to be discovered, for everyone to enjoy!
Summer Aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia
2nd July 2019 - 31st August 2019
Discover what life was like on board for both the Royal Family as well as the 220 Royal Yachtsmen as you tour The Royal Yacht Britannia this summer, it's a perfect family day out!
Summer Aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia
2nd July 2019 - 31st August 2019
Discover what life was like on board for both the Royal Family as well as the 220 Royal Yachtsmen as you tour The Royal Yacht Britannia this summer, it's a perfect family day out!
BRICKLIVE Ocean
6th July 2019 - 8th September 2019
A world exclusive display is coming to Edinburgh Zoo this summer, with over 30 life-sized sculptures made from over one million LEGO® bricks, in the first-ever showing of BRICKLIVE Ocean!
Summer Holidays at Dynamic Earth
7th July 2019 - 31st July 2019
Check out all the great family events on at Dynamic Earth this summer as you travel from the seabed to the stars!
Edinburgh Food Festival
19th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
Celebrate all things great in food & drink when the Edinburgh Food Festival returns to George Square Gardens!
Luca’s Ice Cream Family Day
23rd July 2019
Musselburgh Racecourse invites you to enjoy some school holiday fun and the excitment of the races at Luca’s Ice Cream Family Day on 23rd July!
Man at Arms
24th July 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Summer BBQ
26th July 2019
Before we blink and realise summer has completely passed, join us at Quay Commons along with our friends at Dockside Tap as we host a Summer BBQ on Friday 26th July!
Elrow Town Festival
27th July 2019
The first ever elrow Town Festival in the north of the UK, and elrow's biggest Scotland show to date, touches down on Saturday 27th July 2019 at the Royal Highland Centre!
Hands-on History
27th July 2019
Get hands-on with our replica objects, dress up as a Stuart monarch and discover fun facts about Palace life during the Renaissance this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
International Championship Cat Show
27th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
The International Championship Cat Show comes to Broxburn! In competition will be the cream of the feline world, with many different breeds competing for the prestigious Best in Show.
Man at Arms
27th July 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Marie Curie Hospice Edinburgh: Summer Fete
27th July 2019
Basil Brush, Britain’s most lovable fox, will open the Marie Curie Hospice, Edinburgh, Summer Fete on Saturday 27 July 2019!
Weekend on Wheels: Clan Stunt Show
27th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
Enjoy having a go at everything from smoothie bikes to skateboarding as the Clan Stunt Team bring their Big Air Show to Newhailes House and Gardens on 27th & 28th July!
2019 Edinburgh Big Fun Run
28th July 2019
Enter today and join in the fun when the Big Fun Run Edinburgh returns on Sunday July 28th to Holyrood Park!
The Free Kids Festival - Fringe for Bairns 2019
28th July 2019 - 31st July 2019
Bring the kids along to The Three Sisters as it hosts, for the 5th year running, another Fringe for Bairns!
Man at Arms
31st July 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Royal Observatory Engineering Open House Day
31st July 2019
Visit the Royal Observatory Edinburgh, see inside the Victorian telescope dome, view Edinburgh from the flat rooftop and take part in engineering themed activities on Wednesday 31st July.
‘The Aberdonian’ Steam Railtour
1st August 2019
Let the ‘The Aberdonian’, a new steam operation for 2019, whisk you away as we take in some of the best that Scotland has to offer, both on train and off.
Imagination Workshop Hub
1st August 2019 - 26th August 2019
This colourful and classy 5-star hub, new for Edinburgh Fringe 2019, in The Principal Hotel George Street, will host 11 amazing acts including Fringe favourite, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience.
Foodies Festival
2nd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Join in the fun as the Foodies Festival, the UK’s largest celebration of food & drink, returns to Inverleith Park Edinburgh from 2nd to 4th August!
Hands-on History
3rd August 2019
Get hands-on with our replica objects, dress up as a Stuart monarch and discover fun facts about Palace life during the Renaissance this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Truckfest Scotland
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Scotland’s biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre on the 3rd & 4th August. A great day out for the family!
Blissful Wellbeing Event
4th August 2019
Join Authentic Bliss Holistic Therapies at their Blissful Wellbeing event held in Cockenzie House and Gardens on Sunday 4th August!
Animal Handling with Cool Creatures
6th August 2019 - 7th August 2019
To celebrate Surgeons' Hall Museums new exhibition 'A Design for Life' come along and meet some amazing animals up close and see for yourself the incredible variety found in the animal kingdom.
Man at Arms
7th August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
‘The Aberdonian’ Steam Railtour
8th August 2019
Let the ‘The Aberdonian’, a new steam operation for 2019, whisk you away as we take in some of the best that Scotland has to offer, both on train and off.
Chinese Arts & Culture Festival 2019
9th August 2019 - 11th August 2019
Organised by Scotland-China Chamber of Commerce, the 2019 Chinese Arts and Culture Festival will be held in EICC from 9th to 11th August as part of the Fringe Festival.
Forth on the Fringe
9th August 2019 - 10th August 2019
Forth on the Fringe is our annual one stop shop for all the essential acts you need to see at this year’s Edinburgh Festival. See it at Edinburgh Playhouse on 9th and 10th August!
Forces on the Forth
10th August 2019
Join Scots at War to learn about the roles part-time soldiers played in defending Edinburgh in 1914 before heading off to France and Gallipoli.
Hands-on History
10th August 2019
Get hands-on with our replica objects, dress up as a Stuart monarch and discover fun facts about Palace life during the Renaissance this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Man at Arms
10th August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Kids: Cut it Out! Closing Family Day
11th August 2019
Join us at The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art for one final day of free art-making, music, dancing, face-painting and much more before we say goodbye to the summer!
Summer Stroll
11th August 2019
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Linlithgow Loch and Peel and discover the wildlife that calls the loch its home.
Women’s Tour of Scotland: Stage Three - Edinburgh
11th August 2019
The Women's Tour of Scotland is set to be an outstanding world class permanent UCI calendar professional race fixture! Cheer on the racers as they start and finish in Edinburgh's Holyrood Park!
Man at Arms
14th August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Hands-on History
17th August 2019
Get hands-on with our replica objects, dress up as a Stuart monarch and discover fun facts about Palace life during the Renaissance this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Man at Arms
17th August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Rough Runner
17th August 2019 - 18th August 2019
Are you ready Scotland? Rough Runner is coming back in August for a 4th year running to the stunning Penicuik Estate!
Livingston Soapbox Race
18th August 2019
Don't miss a great family day out at Livingston Round Table's first ever Soapbox Race which takes place on Sunday 18th August 2019!
Man at Arms
21st August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Hands-on History
24th August 2019
Get hands-on with our replica objects, dress up as a Stuart monarch and discover fun facts about Palace life during the Renaissance this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Man at Arms
24th August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
Scotland v France
24th August 2019
Summer rugby comes to BT Murrayfield this August as Scotland host France on Saturday 24 August. Join us for a fantastic day out for the whole family!
Dogs Trust West Calder Fun Day
25th August 2019
Dogs Trust West Calder's popular annual Fun Day is returning on Sunday 25th August, offering the perfect chance for you to show off your pooch!
Man at Arms
28th August 2019
Come along to Dirleton Castle for one of Historic Scotland's special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show!
‘The Aberdonian’ Steam Railtour
31st August 2019
Let the ‘The Aberdonian’, a new steam operation for 2019, whisk you away as we take in some of the best that Scotland has to offer, both on train and off.
Dogs Day Out
31st August 2019
Calling all dog lovers! Dalkeith Country Park is holding a ‘Dogs Day Out’ on Saturday 31st August and all four-legged friends are invited!
Hands-on History
31st August 2019
Get hands-on with our replica objects, dress up as a Stuart monarch and discover fun facts about Palace life during the Renaissance this summer at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Paws by the Prom (Open Day)
1st September 2019
An exciting day is in store for all the family at this years 'Paws by the Prom', Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home's Open Day, on Sunday 1st September.
Walk Together Edinburgh
1st September 2019
Join Bowel Cancer UK on 1st September for a sponsored walk through the heart of Edinburgh, starting near Inverleith Park and passing the Water of Leith and Royal Botanic Garden!
‘The Aberdonian’ Steam Railtour
7th September 2019
Let the ‘The Aberdonian’, a new steam operation for 2019, whisk you away as we take in some of the best that Scotland has to offer, both on train and off.
Parkaeology
7th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
Celebrate Scottish Archaeology Month and drop in to Historic Environment Scotland's parkaeology event in Holyrood Park on 7th and 8th September!
Napier Fest 2019
8th September 2019
Don't miss NAPIER FEST on Sunday 8th September at The Three Sisters, the one stop shop to welcome all new and returning students to Edinburgh Napier University!
Pedal For Scotland: The Wee Jaunt - Edinburgh
8th September 2019
The Pedal for Scotland Wee Jaunt® Edinburgh returns on Sunday 8th September and it's a family friendly and traffic free 10 mile bike ride starting in Linlithgow.
There’s Suffragettes Amongst Us!
8th September 2019
It’s 1909 at Lauriston. A member of staff, in her own time, has taken part in the great suffragette march along Princes Street - something that has not being well received by all at the Castle.
Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition
14th September 2019 - 15th September 2019
Looking for some inspiration to make the ‘Big Day’ that bit more special? If so, come along to Edinburgh’s Largest Wedding Exhibition at Murrayfield Stadium on 14th & 15th September!
EH1 Festival
14th September 2019
EH1 Festival returns to The Royal Highland Centre Ingliston on Saturday 14th September for a 10th anniversary extravaganza!
British Sign Language Tours
21st September 2019
Explore Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh's Deaf history with Deaf tour guide John Hay, whose BSL tour will be translated into English by interpreter Linda Duncan.
Crannogs: Ancient Life on Linlithgow Loch
21st September 2019
Join Historic Scotland and friends from the Scottish Crannog Centre as we journey back in time 2,500 years and learn about the crannogs that were built on Linlithgow Loch!
Regal Knights
22nd September 2019
Make you own coat of arms, sword and shield to battle and defend yourself from marauding dragons in this workshop at Lauriston Castle on 22nd September!
The Rum Festival Edinburgh
27th September 2019 - 28th September 2019
It's back! The UK's first travelling Rum Festival is back in Edinburgh for a second year! Catch it on the 27th & 28th of September!
Bolts and Bodkins
1st October 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
2nd October 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
3rd October 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
4th October 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
A Most Royal Rebellion
5th October 2019
Hear the forgotten story of Scotland’s own version of the war of the roses, between father and son King James III and the future James IV.
A Most Royal Rebellion
6th October 2019
Hear the forgotten story of Scotland’s own version of the war of the roses, between father and son King James III and the future James IV.
Singalong Shenanigans
6th October 2019
Enjoy plenty of singing, dancing, laughing and all around great family fun, for all ages when Singalong Shenanigans comes to the Assembly Rooms on Sunday 6th October!
A Most Royal Rebellion
12th October 2019
Hear the forgotten story of Scotland’s own version of the war of the roses, between father and son King James III and the future James IV.
Comic Con Scotland
12th October 2019 - 13th October 2019
Monopoly Events brings Comic Con Scotland back to Edinburgh for a second year and this time it comes to the Royal Highland Centre on 12th and 13th October!
A Most Royal Rebellion
13th October 2019
Hear the forgotten story of Scotland’s own version of the war of the roses, between father and son King James III and the future James IV.
Witches, Potions and Bald Agnes
14th October 2019 - 27th October 2019
Get set for Halloween and join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a spooky fortnight of activities, inspired by the 17th century fears of witchcraft and the legend of Agnes Sampson!
Schiltron!
19th October 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
20th October 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Spooky Saturday
26th October 2019
It's Spooky Saturday at Almond Valley Heritage Centre on October 26th with lots of spooky activities for younger children.
The Scottish Listed Property Show
26th October 2019
The Scottish Listed Property Show, organised by The Listed Property Owners’ Club, is back at the Assembly Rooms for the 2nd year on Saturday 26th October 2019.
Meet the Barbersurgeon
28th October 2019 - 31st October 2019
It's 1573 and once more Edinburgh Castle is under siege! Meet the Barbersurgeon and see the tools of the surgical trade in his medical cabinet.
Startup Summit
30th October 2019
Startup Summit returns to the Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on October 30th and provides a true immersion into the world of business and beyond.
Edinburgh Wedding Fair and Fashion Show
2nd November 2019 - 3rd November 2019
The biggest wedding fair on the east coast of Scotland will once again return to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 2nd and 3rd November!
Schiltron!
2nd November 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
3rd November 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
1918: Victory and Remembrance
4th November 2019 - 7th November 2019
Meet a Highland soldier from 1918 and learn about his experience at the front and his reflections on the Armistice.
Cheese Fest Edinburgh
9th November 2019
Experience some of the cheesiest cheeses in the world with Melted Raclette, Cheese Wheels, Gooey Mozzarella Sticks and a whole host of cheesetastic tastes at Cheese Fest Edinburgh 2019!
Their Name Liveth
9th November 2019
Come and hear the story of the role Sir Robert Lorimer played in the building of the Scottish National War Memorial.
Edinburgh Vegan Festival 2019
10th November 2019
Edinburgh Vegan Festival will land at Murrayfield in 2019 with hundreds of stalls, talks and entertainment for the whole family!
Their Name Liveth
10th November 2019
Come and hear the story of the role Sir Robert Lorimer played in the building of the Scottish National War Memorial.
Kilts and Captivity
16th November 2019
Find out why the Jacobite Risings of 1715 and 1745 failed as you meet a Highlander held prisoner in Edinburgh Castle.
Kilts and Captivity
17th November 2019
Find out why the Jacobite Risings of 1715 and 1745 failed as you meet a Highlander held prisoner in Edinburgh Castle.
Bolts and Bodkins
18th November 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
19th November 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
20th November 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
21st November 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
22nd November 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Schiltron!
23rd November 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
24th November 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Rob Roy MacGregor
25th November 2019
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
26th November 2019
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
27th November 2019
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
28th November 2019
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
29th November 2019
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
30th November 2019
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Unsung Heroines
2nd December 2019 - 4th December 2019
Come and meet Mrs Jane Clark, the commandant of a unit of VAD nurses and hear her story at Edinburgh Castle.
Disney’s The Lion King
5th December 2019 - 9th February 2020
The story of THE LION KING is miraculously brought to life using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures.
Schiltron!
7th December 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
8th December 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Bolts and Bodkins
13th December 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
14th December 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Schiltron!
14th December 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Bolts and Bodkins
15th December 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Schiltron!
15th December 2019
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Bolts and Bodkins
16th December 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Traditions and Tales of Christmas
19th December 2019 - 21st December 2019
Learn about the traditions and tales of a Victorian Christmas at Edinburgh Castle from 20th - 22nd December.
Trebuchets and Trickery
28th December 2019
In March 1314, the forces of King Robert the Bruce captured Edinburgh Castle. Meet the commander, Thomas Randolph and hear how he used guile and local knowledge to capture it.
Trebuchets and Trickery
29th December 2019
In March 1314, the forces of King Robert the Bruce captured Edinburgh Castle. Meet the commander, Thomas Randolph and hear how he used guile and local knowledge to capture it.
Bolts and Bodkins
30th December 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
31st December 2019
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Trebuchets and Trickery
1st January 2020
In March 1314, the forces of King Robert the Bruce captured Edinburgh Castle. Meet the commander, Thomas Randolph and hear how he used guile and local knowledge to capture it.
Trebuchets and Trickery
2nd January 2020
In March 1314, the forces of King Robert the Bruce captured Edinburgh Castle. Meet the commander, Thomas Randolph and hear how he used guile and local knowledge to capture it.
In Memoriam - A Forgotten Story
3rd January 2020
Hear how Alice Meredith Williams made a most significant contribution to the Scottish National War Memorial.
A Most Royal Rebellion
4th January 2020
Hear the forgotten story of Scotland’s own version of the war of the roses, between father and son King James III and the future James IV.
A Most Royal Rebellion
5th January 2020
Hear the forgotten story of Scotland’s own version of the war of the roses, between father and son King James III and the future James IV.
Head and Shoulders Above the Rest!
6th January 2020 - 9th January 2020
Find out the part Grenadiers would play in the history of Edinburgh Castle and the eventual defeat of the Jacobites at Culloden.
Bolts and Bodkins
13th January 2020
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
14th January 2020
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Bolts and Bodkins
15th January 2020
Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.
Schiltron!
18th January 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
19th January 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
The Road to Bannockburn
21st January 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
The Road to Bannockburn
22nd January 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
The Road to Bannockburn
23rd January 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
The Road to Bannockburn
24th January 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
Tyrannosaurs
24th January 2020 - 4th May 2020
The most comprehensive exhibition ever mounted on tyrannosaurs is coming to the National Museum of Scotland, bringing the latest palaeontological discoveries to life.
Burns for Beginners at Edinburgh Castle
25th January 2020 - 31st January 2020
Come along for a light-hearted introduction to the bard and some of his works at Edinburgh Castle.
Medieval Fashion
1st February 2020 - 2nd February 2020
See how fashion of the Kings court here in Edinburgh Castle changed through the medieval period for both men and women.
Crime and Punishment in Medieval Scotland
7th February 2020 - 13th February 2020
Listen as Gilbert Savage, the Executioner, recounts the nature of crime & punishment during the turbulent times in Medieval Scotland.
Rob Roy MacGregor
17th February 2020
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
18th February 2020
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
19th February 2020
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
20th February 2020
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Schiltron!
22nd February 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
23rd February 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
In Memoriam - A Forgotten Story
25th February 2020
Hear how Alice Meredith Williams made a most significant contribution to the Scottish National War Memorial.
In Memoriam - A Forgotten Story
26th February 2020
Hear how Alice Meredith Williams made a most significant contribution to the Scottish National War Memorial.
In Memoriam - A Forgotten Story
27th February 2020
Hear how Alice Meredith Williams made a most significant contribution to the Scottish National War Memorial.
In Memoriam - A Forgotten Story
28th February 2020
Hear how Alice Meredith Williams made a most significant contribution to the Scottish National War Memorial.
Trebuchets and Trickery
1st March 2020
In March 1314, the forces of King Robert the Bruce captured Edinburgh Castle. Meet the commander, Thomas Randolph and hear how he used guile and local knowledge to capture it.
The Road to Bannockburn
2nd March 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
The Road to Bannockburn
3rd March 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
The Road to Bannockburn
4th March 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
The Road to Bannockburn
5th March 2020
Meet one of Robert the Bruce’s men who served under the command of Thomas Randolph during the capture of Edinburgh Castle in 1314.
Schiltron!
7th March 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
8th March 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Their Name Liveth
14th March 2020
Come and hear the story of the role Sir Robert Lorimer played in the building of the Scottish National War Memorial.
Their Name Liveth
15th March 2020
Come and hear the story of the role Sir Robert Lorimer played in the building of the Scottish National War Memorial.
Schiltron!
21st March 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Schiltron!
22nd March 2020
Come along to Edinburgh Castle and find out what a Schiltron was, how pikes were used and have a go yourself!
Rob Roy MacGregor
30th March 2020
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Rob Roy MacGregor
31st March 2020
Rob Roy MacGregor - Hear stories of Rebellion, clan warfare and self-preservation at Edinburgh Castle.
Riverdance: The New 25th Anniversary Show
24th April 2020 - 26th April 2020
Riverdance: The New 25th Anniversary Show comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in April 2020, immersing you in the extraordinary and elemental power of its music and dance!
Events in Fife
Burntisland Fairground
25th May 2019 - 18th August 2019
Situated on the links just yards from a Blue Flag beach, this traditional funfair provides all you need for a great family day out.
Kids al fresco! Summer Outdoor Kids Club
25th July 2019
Come along for some fun outdoors, meet new friends and make great memories at Greener Kirkcaldy's Kids al fresco! Summer Outdoor Kids Club, suitable for children aged 5-10.
Festival of Fun
27th July 2019
Join Sense Scotland for a great day of Science Fiction-themed accessible fun for all the family on Saturday 27th July!
St Andrews Highland Games
28th July 2019
The St Andrews Highland Games will be held on Sunday 28th July at Station Park, in front of the Old Course Hotel. A great day out for all the family!
Family Fun Day
2nd August 2019
Mums, Dads, Boys & Girls can have their own family day out in Leslie on Friday 2nd August on the site already set up for Gig in the Car Park!
Cupar Vintage Festival
3rd August 2019
Calling all vintage lovers, come along to a fun filled free day on the streets of Cupar with classic car and scooter display, music, swing dancing, vintage stalls and much more...
Defend Fife 2019
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Defend Fife returns on 3rd and 4th August with a fun-packed day which all the family will enjoy!
Gig in the Car Park
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Gig in the Car Park returns for 2019 on 3rd and 4th August with a great line up including local Fife favourites and others from across the country!
Jacobites and Redcoats at Culross Palace!
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Come along to Culross Palace on 3rd & 4th August and watch performances from a Jacobite and Redcoat soldier alongside other characters from eighteenth-century society and family-friendly crafts!
Women’s Tour of Scotland: Stage One - Dundee to Dunfermline
9th August 2019
The Women's Tour of Scotland is set to be an outstanding world class permanent UCI calendar professional race fixture! Cheer on the racers as they finish stage one in Dunfermline's Pittencrief Park!
Cornerstone Summer Fete
10th August 2019
Come along to the fundraising Cornerstone Summer Fete on Saturday 10th August with lots of fun for all the family!
Family Storytelling Morning
10th August 2019
Come and join Matrix Therapies & Healing on 10th August for an entertaining family morning of magical myths and spellbinding stories in the beautiful setting of the Ecology Centre, Kinghorn Loch.
Friend or Foe?
24th August 2019 - 25th August 2019
Meet both supporters and deposers of Mary Queen of Scots as she wrestles to hold onto the reins of power in this special event at Aberdour Castle and Gardens!
The Great Scottish Skate
1st September 2019
Get your skates on for Seamab and help raise money to help some of the most vulnerable children in Scotland! Roller skates, inline skates, skateboards and scooters are all welcome.
Mother Goose
28th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Get ready for the ultimate egg-stravaganza as the biggest panto story ever takes to the Byre stage in 2019.
Sleeping Beauty: Presented by Nardone’s Academy of Performing Arts
17th December 2019 - 19th December 2019
This years pantomime will be bigger than ever as Nardone’s Academy of Performing Arts present Sleeping Beauty...what more can you possibly ask for?
Events in Lanarkshire
School’s Out(ish for Summer)
28th June 2019 - 11th August 2019
Join us at New Lanark this summer for a huge range of Summer Activities for kids in Robert Owen's School for Children!
Let’s Go Summer
29th June 2019 - 10th August 2019
Join the team at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre for a jam packed programme of activities to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays!
Summerlee Summer Fun
29th June 2019 - 13th August 2019
Throughout the holidays, Summerlee are holding family activities including arts and crafts, traditional games, mine tours, tram rides, not forgetting the award winning play area and exhibitions!
Big Bike Revival and Led Cycle Ride - Lanarkshire
24th July 2019
Lanarkshire Sustrans group in conjunction with Hamilton Police Scotland Youth Volunteers are hosting a Big Bike Revival cycling event and Led Cycle Ride on Wednesday 24th July!
Festival of Forest Play for ages 0-99!
24th July 2019
Wild Things invite you to join them for their second Festival of Forest Play held at Carmichael Woodlands on Wednesday 24th July!
Strathaven Folk Festival
26th July 2019 - 27th July 2019
Strathaven Folk Festival is held on the last Saturday in July each year as part of the program of Strathaven Festivals of Sport, Music & Leisure!
East Kilbride Cattle Show & Gymkhana
27th July 2019
Come along and join us for the annual East Kilbride Cattle Show & Gymkhana on Saturday 27th July at The Showfield!
Circus FSTVL
28th July 2019
Children of all ages will be able to take part in a real-life clown school at M&D's Scotland's Theme Park this summer!
Strathaven Beer and Gin Festival
3rd August 2019
Join Strathaven Round Table for their Annual Beer and Gin Festival at Strathaven Scout and Guide Hall on Saturday 3rd August!
Guided Cycle Ride from Strathclyde Park to Chatelherault Country Park and back
5th August 2019
Join Sustrans Scotland on a free 6 mile family cycle ride on National Cycle Network Route 74 from Strathclyde Park to Chatelherault Country Park and back!
National Play Day
7th August 2019
Join us in celebrating children's right to play with a fun filled say including stories, face painting, outdoor games, arts and crafts and all the usual Summerlee fun!
Guided Cycle Ride from Pivot to Woodilee and Back
8th August 2019
Join Sustrans Scotland on a free 6 mile family cycle ride on on flat, traffic free, tarmac path from Pivot to Woodilee and back!
Carbrain and Hillcrest Gala Day
10th August 2019
The annual Carbrain and Hillcrest Gala Day returns on Saturday 10th August, come along to St Margarets of Scotland Primary School with the family for a great day out!
Castlebank Summer Open Day
10th August 2019
Join the team at Castlebank Horticultural Centre, Lanark for their Summer Open Day, on Saturday 10th August!
Friends of Summerlee Steam Fair Weekend
10th August 2019 - 11th August 2019
Come along to Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life on the 10th & 11th of August for the annual Steam Fair Weekend!
Hamilton Beer Festival
10th August 2019
Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, great live music & entertainment for all the family, at Hamilton Beer Festival on Saturday 10th August!
Biggar Rally
11th August 2019
The Albion Trust's Biggar Rally becomes more popular each year and 2019 will be no exception, make sure you don't miss the 46th edition on Sunday 11th August!
Biggar Rally
11th August 2019
The Albion Trust's Biggar Rally becomes more popular each year and 2019 will be no exception, make sure you don't miss the 46th edition on Sunday 11th August!
Guided Cycle Ride from Coatbridge to Hillend Loch and Back
11th August 2019
Join Sustrans Scotland on a free 20 mile cycle ride, all on National Cycle Network Route 75, to Hillend Loch and back!
Paws in the Park
18th August 2019
Join the Paws in the Park sponsored walk in Strathclyde Park and raise funds for the St Andrew's Hospice Capital Appeal!
Strathaven Balloon Festival
23rd August 2019 - 25th August 2019
The annual Strathaven Balloon Festival takes place on the weekend of August 23rd to 25th in Strathaven's John Hastie Park and this year it's celebrating its 20th Anniversary!
Langloch Music Festival
24th August 2019
Langloch Music Festival returns for a third year on Saturday 24th August... it's a fantastic event which is very quickly becoming the number one spot to see local and upcoming bands live!
Go Industrial Day
25th August 2019
To commemorate the 200th anniversary of James Watt's death, Summerlee Museum will be stoking steam, peeping whistles and celebrating the master of innovation!
MusicFest MainStage Bothwell Scarecrow Festival
7th September 2019
Musicfest Mainstage is family-friendly, one-day music festival being held within the grounds of the Uddingston Cricket Club on Saturday 7th September as part of the Bothwell Scarecrow Festival!
Cumbernauld 10K
15th September 2019
The ever popular Cumbernauld 10K returns for 2019 to Broadwood Stadium on Sunday 16th September!
Lanarkshire Ladies Lunch
15th September 2019
Support Beatson Cancer Charity by joining them at the Doubletree by Hilton Strathclyde for their Lanarkshire Ladies Lunch hosted by Gina McKie on Sunday 15th September!
Celebrate Albion Rovers Weekend
27th September 2019 - 30th September 2019
2019 marks 100 years since Albion Rovers moved to Cliftonhill. Join Summerlee Museum for a weekend of football themed family activities to celebrate this anniversary!
Girls Day Out Afternoon Tea
29th September 2019
It's time to get your glad rags on girls, round up your tribe and hit Castlecary Hotel on Sunday 29th September for a very special Afternoon Tea!
Harvest Weekend
5th October 2019 - 6th October 2019
Help us celebrate the harvest this autumn at the award-winning National Museum of Rural Life's Harvest Weekend!
Firestorm Rocks
8th November 2019 - 9th November 2019
Firestorm Rocks storms into Motherwell Concert Hall on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th November 2019, featuring a fantastic mix of established and legendary heavy rock acts!
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa
15th December 2019
Castlecary Hotel are inviting Father Christmas back on Sunday 15th December for their very popular breakfast or lunch with Santa events!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Bricks in Space
29th June 2019 - 13th August 2019
Paisley First are promising a day out of this world in Paisley town centre this summer with their Bricks in Space Summer Trail!
Circus Extreme
25th July 2019 - 4th August 2019
This year a new death-defying and extreme circus is descending on the UK as part of it’s European tour! Don't miss Circus Extreme at intu Braehead between the 25th July and 4th August!
MotorFest@Ingliston
27th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
MotorFest@Ingliston in association with ROKiT Williams Racing and Modern Classic Car Club, are bringing F1 to Scotland on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July!
Summer Buzz Garden Party
27th July 2019 - 28th July 2019
Come along to Cardwell Garden Centre's Summer Buzz Garden Party on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July and enjoy a weekend of fun and games!
Life Summer Party
3rd August 2019
Join Life Church Paisley on Saturday 3rd August for their Summer Part featuring bouncy castle, kids' tattoos, sand art, nail bar, treasure hunt and entertainment!
Summer Jam
3rd August 2019
The family-friendly music event, Summer Jam, returns for a ninth year to Three Churches Inn, Lochwinnoch on Saturday 3rd August with all proceeds going towards the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Foxbar & Brediland Gala Day
4th August 2019
Foxbar & Brediland Community Council invite everyone along to Spey Avenue Park on Sunday 4th August for the return of the Foxbar & Brediland Gala Day!
Family Fun Day and BBQ
10th August 2019
Come along for a great family afternoon at the annual Renfrew Christian Fellowship community fun day and BBQ on Saturday 10th August!
Johnstone Fire Engine Rally
10th August 2019
See vintage fire engines from through the ages parade through local streets before going on display in Johnstone when the annual Fire Engine Rally returns on Saturday 10th August!
Summer Funday in Aid of Autoimmune Conditions UK
10th August 2019
Come along to Glenburn Community Centre in Paisley on Saturday 10th August for a Summer Funday in Aid of Autoimmune Conditions UK!
Ferguslie Cricket Club Summer Fete
11th August 2019
Come along to Ferguslie Cricket Club on Sunday 11th August with all the family for their annual Summer Fete!
Film & Comic Con Glasgow
17th August 2019 - 18th August 2019
The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to intu Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 17th & 18th of August!
Clydeside Cruisers Car Rally
18th August 2019
Don't miss the annual Clydeside Cruisers Car Rally being held at Lochbar Services, Lochwinnoch on Sunday 18th August!
Paisley 10k Road Race and Fun Run
18th August 2019
Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2019 Paisley 10k Road Race and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 18th August!
Light for Layla Family Fun Day
1st September 2019
Light for Layla Family Fun Day is being held on Sunday 1st September, raising funds for Childhood Cancer UK and A Helping Hand Paisley!
Renfrewshire Doors Open Days
7th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Renfrewshire! This year's event will be held on September 7th & 8th!
Be Here Now
27th September 2019 - 29th September 2019
After the amazing success of Be Here Now Paisley in 2018, NNE & Be Here Now - Festival of Indie Rock - are back in 2019 with their very first multi-day festival!
The Wee Spree Festival
11th October 2019 - 19th October 2019
The Wee Spree returns to this year's Spree Festival with plenty of fun activities to keep the kids entertained during the October holidays!
ModStuff
12th October 2019
LNP Promotions' ModStuff returns for a seventh year - a fantastic day of Mod culture and music in Paisley as part of the annual Spree Festival!
Classic Car Show
20th October 2019
Join us on the shores of Castle Semple on Sunday 20th October to admire a dazzling array of beautiful cars at the annual Classic Car Show!
Paisley Halloween Festival
25th October 2019 - 26th October 2019
Renfrewshire is getting set to host a spooky spectacular as the annual Halloween Festival returns to Paisley on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October!
Paisley Christmas Lights Switch On
16th November 2019
Paisley's Christmas Lights will be switched on during an event in the town centre on Saturday 16th November, it's going to be full of festive family fun!
Renfrew Christmas Lights Switch On
23rd November 2019
Head into Renfrew on Saturday 23rd November for a day of festive fun for all the family at the Christmas Lights Switch On!
Johnstone Christmas Lights Switch On
30th November 2019
Get down to Houston Square in Johnstone on Saturday 30th November for a day of festive fun for the whole family!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Archery at The National Wallace Monument
23rd July 2019
Have you always wanted to try archery? Well now you can! Visitors are invited to try archery when they visit The National Wallace Monument on any Tuesday in July or August.
Scotland’s National Hero
24th July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Warrior Training
25th July 2019
Find out about the weapons used by both armies at the Battle of Stirling Bridge during the informative weapons demonstrations at The National Wallace Monument.
Family Fridays
26th July 2019
Fridays just got a lot more interesting this summer at The National Wallace Monument!
Magical Midsummer Myths
27th July 2019
Come and join Matrix Therapies & Healing on 27th July for an entertaining family afternoon of magical myths and spellbinding stories in the beautiful setting of Harmony Fields, Tir na nOg!
Stirling ‘Old Town’ Walking Tours
27th July 2019 - 30th November 2019
Explore the old town of the city with local guides and get a full overview of Stirling's dark history on a family-friendly, leisurely stroll.
Sunday Unzipped
28th July 2019
Join us at Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa for a relaxing and entertaining Sunday Afternoon Tea, live music and a glass of prosecco!
Static Falconry Display
29th July 2019
Meet a variety of birds at this static falconry display at The National Wallace Monument every Monday during July and August.
Archery at The National Wallace Monument
30th July 2019
Have you always wanted to try archery? Well now you can! Visitors are invited to try archery when they visit The National Wallace Monument on any Tuesday in July or August.
Mugdock Sensational Safari: Survival Skills
30th July 2019
Calling all active 8-12 year olds! Learn bushcraft skills such as animal tracks and signs, shelter building, and fire making on this 3-hour adventure with the Mugdock Ranger Service.
Scotland’s National Hero
31st July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Warrior Training
1st August 2019
Find out about the weapons used by both armies at the Battle of Stirling Bridge during the informative weapons demonstrations at The National Wallace Monument.
Family Fridays
2nd August 2019
Fridays just got a lot more interesting this summer at The National Wallace Monument!
A Battle Won
3rd August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
4th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Bridge of Allan Highland Games
4th August 2019
Enjoy a great day out at the 2019 Bridge of Allan Highland Games on the 4th August at Strathallan Games Park.
August Anniversary Dates at The National Wallace Monument
5th August 2019
Come along to some special presentations at The Wallace Monument to mark important anniversaries in Wallace's life.
Static Falconry Display
5th August 2019
Meet a variety of birds at this static falconry display at The National Wallace Monument every Monday during July and August.
Archery at The National Wallace Monument
6th August 2019
Have you always wanted to try archery? Well now you can! Visitors are invited to try archery when they visit The National Wallace Monument on any Tuesday in July or August.
Scotland’s National Hero
7th August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Warrior Training
8th August 2019
Find out about the weapons used by both armies at the Battle of Stirling Bridge during the informative weapons demonstrations at The National Wallace Monument.
Family Fridays
9th August 2019
Fridays just got a lot more interesting this summer at The National Wallace Monument!
A Battle Won
10th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
11th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Sunday Unzipped
11th August 2019
Join us at Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa for a relaxing and entertaining Sunday Afternoon Tea, live music and a glass of prosecco!
The Big Picnic
11th August 2019
Falkirk's favourite festival is back for 2019! Come down to the Helix on Sunday 11th August for a fun filled family day out - and don't forget your picnic!
Wedding Open Day
11th August 2019
Our Wedding Open Day at Inglewood House and Spa offers bride and grooms-to-be the opportunity to view our stunning Jacobean mansion and discuss their plans with our experienced Wedding Co-ordinators!
Static Falconry Display
12th August 2019
Meet a variety of birds at this static falconry display at The National Wallace Monument every Monday during July and August.
Archery at The National Wallace Monument
13th August 2019
Have you always wanted to try archery? Well now you can! Visitors are invited to try archery when they visit The National Wallace Monument on any Tuesday in July or August.
Scotland’s National Hero
14th August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Warrior Training
15th August 2019
Find out about the weapons used by both armies at the Battle of Stirling Bridge during the informative weapons demonstrations at The National Wallace Monument.
Family Fridays
16th August 2019
Fridays just got a lot more interesting this summer at The National Wallace Monument!
A Battle Won
17th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Stirling Highland Games
17th August 2019
The annual Stirling Highland Games returns on Saturday 17th August 2019, promising a great day out for all the family!
A Battle Won
18th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Sunday Unzipped
18th August 2019
Join us at Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa for a relaxing and entertaining Sunday Afternoon Tea, live music and a glass of prosecco!
Static Falconry Display
19th August 2019
Meet a variety of birds at this static falconry display at The National Wallace Monument every Monday during July and August.
Archery at The National Wallace Monument
20th August 2019
Have you always wanted to try archery? Well now you can! Visitors are invited to try archery when they visit The National Wallace Monument on any Tuesday in July or August.
Scotland’s National Hero
21st August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Warrior Training
22nd August 2019
Find out about the weapons used by both armies at the Battle of Stirling Bridge during the informative weapons demonstrations at The National Wallace Monument.
August Anniversary Dates at The National Wallace Monument
23rd August 2019
Come along to some special presentations at The Wallace Monument to mark important anniversaries in Wallace's life.
Family Fridays
23rd August 2019
Fridays just got a lot more interesting this summer at The National Wallace Monument!
A Battle Won
24th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
25th August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Ultm8 Warrior Event
25th August 2019
Ultm8 Warrior is the UK’s first “Junior only” OCR event series and will be returning to Mugdock Country Park on 25th August!
Static Falconry Display
26th August 2019
Meet a variety of birds at this static falconry display at The National Wallace Monument every Monday during July and August.
Archery at The National Wallace Monument
27th August 2019
Have you always wanted to try archery? Well now you can! Visitors are invited to try archery when they visit The National Wallace Monument on any Tuesday in July or August.
Scotland’s National Hero
28th August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Warrior Training
29th August 2019
Find out about the weapons used by both armies at the Battle of Stirling Bridge during the informative weapons demonstrations at The National Wallace Monument.
Family Fridays
30th August 2019
Fridays just got a lot more interesting this summer at The National Wallace Monument!
A Battle Won
31st August 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Mugdock’s History and Mysteries
31st August 2019
Enjoy a Mugdock Ranger led journey through time (no Tardis required!) From a 14th century castle to WWII gunsites and a 1950’s zoo, this is a family walk not to be missed!
A Battle Won
1st September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Scotland’s National Hero
4th September 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
A Battle Won
7th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
8th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
11th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
14th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Wallace Wha Hae!
14th September 2019
The National Wallace Monument’s 150th anniversary celebrations continue with a family-friendly festival in the grounds of Wallace High School on 14th September.
A Battle Won
15th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Scotland’s National Hero
18th September 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
A Battle Won
21st September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
The Big Picture Conference
21st September 2019
The Big Picture Conference explores the potential for rewilding large parts of Scotland, drawing on inspirational stories and experiences from around the world.
A Battle Won
22nd September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Scotland’s National Hero
25th September 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
A Battle Won
28th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
A Battle Won
29th September 2019
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
The Callander Jazz and Blues Festival
4th October 2019 - 6th October 2019
Whatever your taste in music, come along and enjoy the atmosphere of the 14th annual Callander Jazz and Blues Festival from Friday 4th October until Sunday 6th October!
Scotland’s National Hero
16th October 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Stirling Bridal Show
3rd November 2019
Come along to a fabulous day out when the Stirling Bridal Show returns to The Albert Halls on Sunday 3rd November!
Rapunzel: A Hair Braiding Adventure
22nd November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Get ready to boo, hiss and singalong at another Macrobert Panto Extravaganza – written by, directed by and starring the fabulous Johnny McKnight!
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