Outdoor events in Glasgow
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Events in Glasgow
Pollok United Community Football Sessions
Join Pollok United at Nethercraigs every Sunday for their Community Football Sessions, and get your child started on their football journey in a friendly and fun environment!
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Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!
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Dams To Darnley Health Walks
On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.
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Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!
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Pollok Parkrun
Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!
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Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the first and third Saturdays each month!
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Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!
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The Barras Market
With its iconic archways The Barras Market is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!
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Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!
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Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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Blochairn Car Boot Sale
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at Blochairn Car Boot Sale every Sunday from 6am to 3pm!
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Elder Park Junior Parkrun
Elder Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Elder Park!
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Springburn Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Springburn Park!
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Victoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour
Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!
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Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
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Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the weekly City Markets Mansfield Park Partick Retail Market!
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A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!
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This popular farmers market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's West End twice a month!
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The Market at Loch Lomond Shores
Browse homemade treats, arts & crafts, artisan food & drink and local produce at Loch Lomond Shores' regular Market Days on the first and third Sunday each month!
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Helensburgh Market in the Square
Buy the best of seasonal local produce at Helensburgh Market in the Square held on the second and last Saturdays of each month in Colquhoun Square!
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Milngavie Market
You'll find meat, fish, game, Cheese, home baking, plants, Organic soap, jewellery, and more at Milngavie Market on the third Friday of each month!
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Park Lane Market
Park Lane Market is a pop-up market held on the first and last Sunday of each month in Shawlands, featuring a range of boutique stalls!
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Guided Trail Running
Leave road running behind and discover the joys of running through woods, along tracks and trails, and getting away from concrete pavements with Gaby from Skylark Guiding!
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No Rush Hikes Around Glasgow
Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a women-only hill walk, perfect for those who want to spend time in beautiful landscapes without rushing!
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Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Located in one of Scotland's most charming villages, join Loch Lomond Faerie Trail for a delightful adventure through our enchanting woodlands!
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Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!
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Boat Trips Helensburgh
Join Boat Trips Helensburgh for a tour of the Clyde Estuary, round the Sugar Boat Wreck, to the Holy Loch, up the River Clyde, and a variety of other places!
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Glasgow Music City Tours: Merchant City Tour
Get under the skin of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of Merchant City and the East End from Glasgow Music City Tours!
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Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Tour
Feel the beat of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of the city centre with Glasgow Music City Tours!
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Secret Market GLA
The Secret Market GLA, returns to The Hive Finnieston on the first Sunday of each month featuring a number of vendors selling boutique, quirky and contemporary goods!
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The Market at Pollok Country Park
The Market at Pollok Country Park features a fantastic line up of top quality producers and makers bringing with them all kinds of wonderful foods, drinks, arts, crafts and artisan goods!
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Sunset Hikes
These monthly mid-week guided evening hill walks near Glasgow from Skylark Guiding are for women who want to pack more into their week and make the most the longer days!
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Wildlife Wanders at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
The mix of habitats found at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond are what make it such an amazing place for wildlife, Join the team for a series of wildlife walks.
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Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour
Join Walking Tours in Glasgow to explore the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy!
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Dinghy Sailing Open Day
Anyone can get on the water at Bardowie Loch, near Milngavie with this free Dinghy Sailing Open Day held by Clyde Cruising Club's dinghy section!
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Glasgow Kiltwalk
The annual Glasgow Kiltwalk is being held on Sunday 28th April, with three separate walks of different lengths across the city!
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Dawn Chorus Walk
Get up with the larks and learn your Stonechats from your Skylarks and your Great tits from your Goldfinches on this guided walk in Lenzie with the Mugdock Park Ranger!
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Top Dogs Day Out
Loch Lomond Shores' Top Dogs Day Out is a celebration of all things doggy with lots of fun activities for you and your four-legged family members!
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Yardworks Festival
Yardworks Festival returns to SWG3 in Glasgow for another electrifying year. Join us for a celebration of graffiti, street art, culture, and community on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th May!
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Glasgow Zine Fest: Life Hacks for the Chronically Sick
Come for a quiet morning outside in the garden to spend time with other people who experience fatigue.
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Evening Bird Song, Campsie Glen
If being an early bird isn’t for you, then why not join Mugdock Ranger Alan for an introduction to evening bird song on 9th May!
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Chris’s House Walk of Hope
Raise awareness and valuable funds for suicide prevention charity Chris's House by talking part in their annual Walk of Hope on Saturday 11th May!
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Dawn Chorus at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
Catch one of nature's most beautiful experiences, the dawn chorus, at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond on Saturday 11th May!
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Sensory Bluebell Walk
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of RSPB Loch Lomond and captivate your senses as you head out on a guided bluebell walk through this picturesque reserve!
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Walking and Wheeling Festival
The Glasgow Walking and Wheeling Festival - which celebrates walking and wheeling and promotes active travel - will take place on Glasgow Green on Saturday 11th May!
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Food For Free - The Botanical Larder
Join the Dams To Darnley Ranger for a daylong session identifying and foraging plants across the country park and then cooking them up to sample!
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Park Lane Market at SWG3
Much-loved Southside pop-up Park Lane Market heads to SWG3 Glasgow for a special summer residency, taking place every Sunday between May 12th and June 9th!
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Springfest: The Scottish Food & Drink Festival
Springfest, The Scottish Food & Drink Festival, returns for 2024, celebrating delicious local produce on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond!
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Glasgow Race for Life
Sign up now for the 2024 Cancer Research UK Race for Life Glasgow 3K, 5K or 10K on Sunday 19th May, and help the fight to beat cancer!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Ross Priory
Explore the beautiful grounds of Ross Priory complete with glorious views over Loch Lomond on Sunday 19th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Lenzie Rugby Club Mayfest
East Dunbartonshire's biggest beer festival, Lenzie Rugby Club Mayfest, is back for 2024 between the 24th and 26th May!
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Helensburgh Food & Drink Weekend
SHS Events will host the first Helensburgh Food & Drink Weekend in the town's Colquhoun Square on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May!
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Ashton Lane Street Party
Expect two days packed full of family fun at the annual Ashton Lane Street Party on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd June!
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Chaos In The CBD
New Zealand born DJ duo Chaos In The CBD head to SWG3 for an all-day outdoors terrace party on Saturday 1st June!
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Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games
The Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games is a family-friendly event celebrating all things Scottish, featuring modern & traditional sports including Highland dancing, athletics and caber tossing!
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Glasgow Wellness Walk
People are being invited to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK this summer by taking part in a walking challenge when it returns to Glasgow!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Geilston Garden
Explore the walled garden, tranquil woodland and working kitchen garden at Geilston as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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The Govan Fair
The annual Govan Fair, a celebration of the area and its people, returns for 2024 on Friday 7th June!
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Franky Wah presents SHÈN
English DJ and producer Franky Wah brings his one of a kind SHÉN party to Scotland for the first time, when he heads to SWG3 Glasgow for a daytime outdoor session on Saturday 8th June!
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Paintings on Railings
Outdoor art gallery, Paintings on Railings, returns to the Botanic Gardens every weekend in June as part of WestFest!
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Vinicombe Street Gala
Join WestFest on Saturday 8th June at the top of Byres Road for the annual Vinicombe Street Gala... an afternoon of festival fun for all the family!
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Visiting Vikings
Dumbarton Rock was besieged several times by the Vikings and now the raiders, traders and invaders have returned to take over Dumbarton Castle!
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Drag At The Bandstand
Hosted by the fabulous Cherri Treiffel and featuring the best the Glasgow drag scene has to offer don't miss this fabulous evening of drag, cabaret and comedy at Kelvingrove Bandstand!
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Ford RideGlasgow FreeCycle
This summer, a new family-friendly free event will offer cyclists of all ages and any level of ability an opportunity to enjoy a ride on traffic-free roads through the heart of Glasgow!
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Kelvingrove Art Gallery Outdoor Ceilidh
Enjoy an outdoor ceilidh with WestFest and Glasgow Folk Music Workshop on the steps of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery!
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The Big Sunday at the Bandstand
WestFest is excited to be back at Kelvingrove Bandstand on Sunday 9th June for a jam-packed programme of free, community events in partnership with Glasgow Life!
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Wild Food Foraging
Join the team at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond in Gartocharn and go in search of some natural foodie delights!
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Bard in the Botanics
Bard in the Botanics are delighted to be returning to Glasgow Botanic Gardens for Summer 2024 with their 'Her Infinite Variety' season!
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Bungo in the Back Lanes
The ever popular neighbourhood festival Bungo in the Back Lanes, hosted by The Strathbungo Society, returns on Saturday 22nd June!
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Mansfield Park Street Festival
Join WestFest for a day of festival fun at Partick's Mansfield Park! Featuring live music, street play, street theatre, pop-up workshops, face painting and lots more!
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Glasgow Mela
The Glasgow Mela, Scotland's biggest multi-cultural festival of music, dance and arts returns to Kelvingrove Park on Sunday 23rd June!
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Holding the Rock for Scotland
Hear the firing of the musket volleys and watch the clash of pikes and swords as you relive the Scottish civil wars of the 1600s at Dumbarton Castle!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Brantwoode and High Glenan
Explore the private gardens of Brantwoode and High Glenan in Helensburgh when their owners throw open the doors as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens Of Milton Of Campsie
Several private gardens as well as the Community Garden in Milton Of Campsie will open their doors to the public on Sunday 23rd June as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Summer Holiday Adventure Camps
This summer, West End Adventure are running seven weeks of fun and action packed adventurous activities for kids!
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Fabulous Fossils of Lennoxtown
Search for amazing ammonites and tremendous trilobites as well as many other delightful shell fossils on this Mugdock Park Ranger led walk in the foothills of the Campsie Fells!
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FREE Open Air Cinema at QPA
Open-air cinema returns to Queen's Park Arena this summer with a selection of 'Cults & Classics' themed films!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: King’s Park Walled Garden
Come along and explore the C-listed Walled Garden within King's Park on Saturday 6th July as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Bike Mood Booster
Burn calories - not oil, as you power along the tracks and trails around Dams to Darnley Country Park, exploring its wildlife and history on this Ranger led ride!
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Glasgow’s Pride March and Mardi Gla
Glasgow's Pride March and Mardi Gla will be held on Saturday 20th July kicking off at Glasgow Green before weaving its way into City Centre!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: SWG3 Community Garden
Derelict land transformed into a thriving garden with community allotments, beehives & indigenous trees... discover SWG3's green oasis as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - Glasgow
From mastering bushcraft skills to conquering ninja lines, archery, and tomahawk throwing, every day is an adventure in the great outdoors at The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps!
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Above & Beyond
Join the Anjunabeats head honchos Above & Beyond for an immersive outdoor experience that promises to be the event of the Summer for their Scottish Anjunafamily!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Strathbungo Garden
Explore this hidden walled terrace garden which marks the historical boundary to Strathbungo on Sunday 28th July as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Wildflower Wander
Join the team at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond for a guided walk which will show you how to identify some of the wildflowers on the reserve and hear about their historical uses!
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Big Butterfly Count
Ever wondered what that butterfly in your garden is? Then come along and learn about identification and the lifestyles of butterflies, and how to help them at Dams To Darnley Country Park!
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Glitterbox
The Glitterbox phenomenon returns to SWG3 Glasgow for their Scottish outdoor-show debut on Saturday 10th August!
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Marc Rebillet
Electronic internet sensation Marc Rebillet heads to SWG3 Galvanizers Yard for an epic outdoor show on Friday 16th August!
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International Bat Night
Join the countryside ranger for a twilight walk to track down the bats around Dams To Darnley Country Park, and find out all about these nocturnal creatures!
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Old School Hip-Hop Outdoor & Indoor Summer BBQ
Gin & Juice are back to bring you a bigger and better old school hip-hop BBQ across SWG3 on Sunday 25th August!
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SBH Scotland: Zip Slide the Clyde
Feel the rush of adrenaline as you zip slide 1000 feet over Glasgow's majestic River Clyde in aid of SBH Scotland!
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Kirkintilloch Canal Festival
The annual Kirkintilloch Canal Festival promises a fantastic mix of family fun, live music, fireworks, family fun and boat trips – culminating on Saturday 31st August and Sunday 1st September!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Horatio’s Garden
Horatio's Garden Glasgow, designed by acclaimed garden designer and RHS judge, James Alexander-Sinclair, will be open to the public on Sunday 1st September as part of Scotland's Garden Scheme!
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Charity Golf Day
Glasgow's Golden Generation is looking for golfers to take part in their annual Charity Golf Day taking place at Cawder Golf Club On Thursday 12th September!
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AJ Bell Junior and Mini Scottish Run
Get the whole family active by joining the Great Scottish Run's family friendly activities in George Square on Saturday 5th October!
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National Fungus Day Foray
Join in as we explore the woods looking for these weird and wonderful organisms that can provide food, while others can be deadly!
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AJ Bell Great Scottish Run
The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is an incredible weekend of running that includes a 10k & half marathon on Sunday 6th October and Junior & Mini event on Saturday 5th October!
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Tattie Holidays Adventures
Explore Dams To Darnley Country Park with your budding young naturalists - hunt for fascinating plants, amazing insects and shy birds and mammals, and do some nature crafts as you go!
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The Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun
Let's MOVE for Movember and make this November the biggest ever month that MoBro's, MoSista's and Mini MoRunners come together for the Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun!
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Outdoor Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
The Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - East Renfrewshire
This May, join the movement to create safer, more bike-friendly streets with the Bike Month Challenge and #MakeEveryRideCount!
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Litha (Midsummer) Celebration
Celebrate the turning point of the year with a bracing walk at Dams To Darnley Country Park, then meet around a traditional Celtic fire to hear about the origins of our ancient customs!
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Vision Coaching School Holiday Multi-Sports Camp
Vision Coaching has been delivering high quality multi-sports camps for over a decade and this Summer they are returning to Giffnock!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Maggie’s Edinburgh
At Maggie’s we believe that gardens can have an amazing, positive effect on health and well-being. Each of our centres has a beautiful garden designed alongside the building.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Broadwoodside
Enjoy a day out as you visit the garden of Broadwoodside in East Lothian on 19th May!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Dunfermline City Artisan Market
Come along to Dunfermline City Artisan Market, a new outdoor market on St Catherine's Wynd Dunfermline, next to The Dunfermline Abbey.
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Gathering Surface – Dan Drage
We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pitlochie House
This established garden has year-round interest. A restoration project with quirky features, characters and surprises!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Jingle All The Way 5k
The Jingle All The Way 5k returns to Chatelherault Country Park on Sunday 1st December!
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Porsche In The Glen
Come along and see the Scottish Porsche owners as they display modern and classic cars on the main lawn at Calderglen on Sunday 12th May!
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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness
Taking place in the stunning grounds of Chatelherault, Mud Madness involves mud runs, water slides, obstacles and even a dip in the River Avon – great fun for all ages!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Renfrew Market & Car Boot
Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!
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Free Hockey Sessions For Renfrewshire School Children
Kelburne Hockey Club are running free hockey sessions for Renfrewshire School children... come along, try a new sport, stay healthy and meet new friends!
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Birding & Birdsong for Beginners
Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Birds Before Breakfast, Mugdock
Join Mugdock Ranger Alan for an introduction to bird song identification followed by breakfast on Saturday 4th May!
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Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree
Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Ben Lomond to Doune.
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Strathcarron Hospice 10K 2024
Sign up today and pound the pavements in support of Strathcarron Hospice this October!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Kelburn Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience
Enjoy a fabulous Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience in the magical setting of Kelburn, on the North Ayrshire coast!
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Dalquharran Dash & Dander
Sign up for the inaugural Dalquharran Dash & Dander, a free community fun run set to take place along the picturesque Dalquharran Path Network as part of the Dailly Village Fete on Saturday 18th May!
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Loch Leven Walkathon
Step out this spring with your family and friends at the Loch Leven Walkathon in support of Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland on Sunday 19th May 2024!
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The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight
The action-packed International Ayr Show Festival of Flight will take place at Ayr Shore Front on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th September!
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