Events in Glasgow on 17 December 2021
View all the upcoming events in Glasgow on the 17 December 2021 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Glasgow
30 Minute Meditation Lunchtime Classes
Take half an hour out to cultivate inner peace and enjoy the rest of the day with an inspired and positive mind on one of Kadampa Meditaion Centre's Lunchtime Classes!
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A Christmas Carol - A Hauntingly Hilarious Family Panto
Halo Arts announce their new panto for 2021, A Christmas Carol - A Hauntingly Hilarious Family Panto! Coming to Govan AND Maryhill this December!
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A Night Of Trance Classics
A Night of Trance Classics return to SWG3 Glasgow on 17th December with a special festive edition!
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ABBA Gold: The Concert - Christmas Extr-ABBA-ganza
Following two sell out performances at the Royal Concert Hall, ABBA Gold The Concert returns to Scotland for a Christmas extr-ABBA-ganza at Oran Mor Glasgow!
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Amartey Golding: Bring Me To Heal
Amartey Golding's new large-scale commission combines filmmaking, photography and a handcrafted garment to highlight generational trauma in Britain and offer collective rituals of healing.
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Amy Macdonald
Amy Macdonald has announced a major UK tour which will include a massive homecoming show at The SSE Hydro Glasgow on 17th December!
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Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
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Beatson Santa Dash
It's that time of the year again... Grab your trainers and Santa hat and make the dash in support of Beatson Cancer Charity - virtually!
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Bob Hardy (Franz Ferdinand): show days / no show days
Show Days No Show Days is a visual exploration of the quiet moments that intercede soundchecks and the live performances that follow them during an otherwise hectic tour timeline.
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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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Cathy Wilkes
Cathy Wilkes has produced a unique body of work that challenges and engages with the experiences and ephemera of daily life.
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Christmas Country with the Stars
Back by popular demand the 'Christmas Country with the Stars Show' returns for another unmissable night of toe-tapping festive magic with four of Irelands top stars all on one terrific bill!
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Christmas Market
Are you at a loss and wondering what gifts to get for your loved ones this Christmas but don't know where to start? Scotland's largest indoor Christmas Market opens on the 16th December!
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Christmas Market at Glasgow Fort
The Glasgow Fort Christmas Market is returning in 2021! From 19th November until 29th December, pop along for a festive shopping experience for all the family!
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Cinderella
Join Cinderella at the King's Theatre Glasgow as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming!
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Cinderella 2: I Married a Numpty
Panto is back - oh yes it is! Enjoy an hour of sublime seasonal silliness, non-pc pantomonium, sassy songs and badass buffoonery when A Play, A Pie and A Pint return to Oran Mor this Christmas!
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Citizens Theatre: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Full of theatrical magic and inventive storytelling, Dominic Hill's acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol at Tramway Glasgow captures the heart of Dickens' uplifting tale!
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City Sightseeing Glasgow
With 21 stops where you can hop on and off to visit some of the city's leading attractions, City Sightseeing Glasgow is the perfect way to explore Glasgow!
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Cranside Winter Village
Cranside Kitchen, the city's biggest outdoor restaurant venue, will be transformed into a Winter Village complete with Ski Gondola, Winter Snugs, Cosy Igloos and Festive Cocktails!
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Curious About Glasgow
Have fun discovering Glasgow with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Daily Potions Cocktail Making Session 18+
Be immersed in a world of magic making your very own potions cocktail at The Root Of Magic!
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Elfingrove
Skate under the stars on a fully covered, purpose designed track against the stunning setting of Elfingrove outside Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
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Family Ceilidh Concerts
Get festive with Glasgow Life's FREE Family Ceilidh Concerts led by the fabulous Celine Donoghue band!
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Festive Science
The week before Christmas, Glasgow Science Centre invites you to join them in getting into the festive science spirit!
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Flair Gymnastics Club Gymnastics Classes
Flair Gymnastics Club have just opened a new facility within The Pitches in the Southside of Glasgow and have a range of new classes available for kids 5+!
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Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore Play Crazy Golf is the ultimate destination offering fun for grown-ups! They've got everything from bespoke, locally-inspired crazy golf to delicious drinks and the finest street food offerings!
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Forge Market - Gingerbread House Competition
Don't you just love the smell of gingerbread? This year the Forge Market is holding a Gingerbread House Competition that is open to everyone!
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Forge Market Secret Santa Giving Tree - Spirit Of Glasgow
The Forge Market are delighted to be taking part in the annual Glasgow's Spirit of Christmas campaign by hosting a Secret Santa Giving Tree encouraging shoppers to make a donation to those in need.
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Free Spirit Exhibition
Skypark, one of Scotland's premier business locations, has announced the opening of Free Spirit, a therapeutic art exhibition of bright and colourful paintings by Glasgow-based Artist Rothnie!
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Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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Glasgow Christmas Markets
The Glasgow Christmas Markets return to St Enoch Square again for 2021 offering a wide selection of festive delights!
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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 - 2 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 Illuminated
See iconic Glasgow buildings magically illuminated in sparkling light for the Christmas season every day between December 1st and January 2nd!
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Glasgow Orchestral Society: Celebrating 150 years
'Glasgow Orchestral Society: Celebrating 150 Years' will take you on a new musical journey through the history of the society and Glasgow in the late 19th century!
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Glasgow Phoenix Choir: A Christmas Celebration
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be returning to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with their annual Christmas concert on Friday 17th December!
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Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
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Goodbye Mr Mackenzie
After being voted 'best gig of the year' by The Barrowland crowds in 2019, Goodbye Mr Mackenzie are returning for another storming night on 17th December!
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Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a Historic Tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
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InstaTour Glasgow
Would you like to know where the most Instagrammable spots are in Glasgow? Book an InstaTour and the guides will show you the best places in the city to take photos!
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itison Drive-In Movies
Scotland's original Drive-in returns to Loch Lomond Shores this Christmas, with your favourite festive classics and two brand new movies!
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Jamie And The Unicorn... A Legend of A Panto!
The Gaiety Theatre, Ayr announce a return to live pantomime in 2021 with Jamie And The Unicorn – A Legend of A Panto!
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Jeremy Deller: Warning Graphic Content
Warning Graphic Content at the Modern Institute, Glasgow brings together all of Jeremy Deller's print and poster works from 1993-2021!
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Joan Eardley: A Centenary of Lives and Landscapes
To celebrate the centenary of Joan Eardley's birth Glasgow Women's Library are thrilled to exhibit five striking artworks on loan from the University of Edinburgh Art Collection.
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Khvay Samnang: Calling for Rain
Following COP 2021 Tramway's main gallery will present a new work for children and young people by Phnom Penh, Cambodia-based artist Khvay Samnang.
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Les Misérables
After nearly a decade since the last sell-out UK tour, Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed Broadway production Les Misérables will tour the UK and it's coming to Glasgow for the first time!
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Merchant Square Christmas Craft & Design Fair
Avoid the rush and get ahead of the game with your Christmas shopping at the Merchant Square Christmas Craft Fair!
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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 first and third Friday of each month!
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Mr MacNeep Has Lost His Sheep
Join Scottish Opera for Mr MacNeep Has Lost His Sheep - a magical, fun-filled story all about the importance of friendship, specially written for 3 to 7 year olds!
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Oh Aye It Is!
Insideout Theatre Productions in association with Websters Theatre Glasgow proudly present 'Oh Aye It Is!' an all-singing, all-dancing Christmas concert extravaganza!
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Olive The Other Reindeer
Family audiences with children under 12 are in for a treat when the newly commissioned festive show, Olive the Other Reindeer, comes to the Tron Theatre!
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Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
Hilton Glasgow's party nights with the GBX experience are back. George Bowie will once more electrify the Ballroom with his GBX anthems for 90 spectacular minutes!
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Platform Singers Choir - Online
Platform Glasgow's community choir, Platform Singers, is now taking place online every Friday afternoon via Zoom!
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Post A Letter To Santa
Make sure you get your letter to Santa posted off in time by visiting the Forge Market's special post box between 16th and 21st December!
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Potions Cocktail Class 18+
Join The Root Of Magic on a Friday or Saturday for their Potions Cocktail Class for adults and be immersed in a world of magic!
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Pottery Handbuilding Workshop
Join Spin for a two hour pottery workshop and create at your own socially distanced table with staff on hand to help bring your vision to life!
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R-CADE Lates: Over 18’s Gaming Sessions
R-CADE Lates is back! Join the team for their over 18's gaming sessions on Friday and Saturday nights!
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R-CADE Retro Gaming Sessions
It's time to get your game on! R-CADE is back open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for all your retro gaming needs!
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Santa & Elf Experience
M&K Imaginarium are back with their Santa & Elf Experiences, spreading festive magic across Glasgow, Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Milngavie for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Benedetti Plays Mozart
Join violinist Nicola Benedetti and the SCO for a special concert featuring one of the most enduringly popular works in the violin repertoire!
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Sit Ups for Santa
Raise vital funds for Cancer Support Scotland this December by taking part in their Sit Ups for Santa Challenge!
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Sleeping Senga - POSTPONED
Insideout Theatre Productions return to Websters Theatre Glasgow with their all-singing, all-dancing banterous family Pantomime... Sleeping Senga!
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Street Art Walking Tour
Walking Tours in Glasgow is now offering a Street Art tour! This mural and modern culture tour will show the beautiful street art pieces scattered around the city of Glasgow!
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The Big Escape Glasgow
The Big Escape is a brand new interactive outdoor experience, played on your smartphone, which will turn Glasgow City Centre into a giant escape game!
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The Dockyard Social
The Dockyard Social brings together the best street food traders Scotland has to offer all under one roof... everyone is welcome from families and foodies, to dates and dogs!
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Glasgow!
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The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in December featuring an all star cast!
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The Silent Night Murder
Spirit of Glasgow are back with a festive Murder Mystery event to be enjoyed from home... can you solve the mystery of The Silent Night Murder?
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The Skids & Big Country
Don't miss a unique, one off evening with full electric performances from The Skids, Big Country and special guests Armory Show (with Richard Jobson) at the O2 Academy Glasgow on December 17th!
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The Winter Collection
Join Gerber Fine Art for The Winter Collection 2021, a vibrant, mixed exhibition of 19th-21st century fine art!
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The Winter Exhibition
Compass Gallery invite you to enjoy their annual Winter Exhibition featuring a wide selection of original paintings, drawings, sculpture and ceramics!
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The Winter Garden
Located in the heart of the Merchant City, the Winter Garden offers captivating cocktails, warming hot drinks and delicious street food from local vendors!
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - POSTPONED
Book your tickets for this year's Tron-take on the classic tale, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and get ready to boo, hiss and click your heels together three times!
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Unboxed: Works Without Restrictions
Come along to the RGI Kelly Gallery on 9th December to join in with some festive cheer as they launch 'Unboxed' an RGI Members Show of small scale works!
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas
Treat yourself to a Christmas Special as the walls of St Mary's Cathedral Glasgow resound to the music of Vivaldi, Corelli and Mozart, performed by the Piccadilly Sinfonie!
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Weekly Online Computing Club for Kids
Check out ComputerXplorers SEScotland's online kids computing clubs, the perfect way to learn the latest technologies and develop invaluable tech skills.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Christmas Party Nights at the Redhurst Hotel
Whether you're celebrating with friends, booking your work party, or fancy a night out with the other half - the Redhurst Hotel have got an events calendar packed full of ultimate party nights!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
Kick start your holiday season in style with friends, family or colleagues at one of Dalmeny Park House Hotel's fabulous Christmas Party Nights this December!
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
East Renfrewshire HSCP Walking Groups
East Renfrewshire Council HSCP run several walking groups throughout the week perfect for beginners upwards!
Netherlee Living Advent
Netherlee's Living Advent Calendar is set to create some festive magic for everyone to enjoy in the countdown to Christmas, bringing the community closer together!
Peter Pan
You'll be taken on a magical journey back to Neverland with Peter Pan when traditional Scottish Pantomime returns to Eastwood Park Theatre this festive season!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
1:1 Textile Printing Session
Perfect for creatives looking to materialise a project, students wishing to expand their portfolio, beginners for gaining knowledge or anyone wanting to try learn something different!
A Walk in a Walled Garden
Enjoy a visit to Granton Castle Walled Garden! It's open to visitors for a couple of hours every Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
acting balance(d): Spilt Milk Members Show ’21
Spilt Milk Gallery is delighted to announce that this year’s edition of the annual members show is now live to view on the website!
Air and Space Exhibition
Air and Space is an online exhibition of recent paintings from artist Jill Ashforth featuring the beautiful collection Air and Space and her lyrical video poem Joy with the music of Max Richter.
Bairns in the Wood
Join us at Howden Park Centre for another Christmas cracker of a pantomime - Bairns in the Wood!
Beecraigs Festive Forest
Beecraigs Festive Forest is back for 2021. Even bigger, brighter, longer and more spectacular!
Big Big Christmas Parties
Are you ready for the best Christmas party nights in town? Then come along to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this December!
Breakfast with Santa at IKEA Edinburgh
Ho! Ho! Ho! This festive season we invite you to join Santa at IKEA Edinburgh for a festive breakfast for the whole family!
Cab-arette Showtour
A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi. Be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
Cards for Good Causes
The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, is now open at St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street, Edinburgh.
Carmen
This Christmas, Bird&Carrot and the Pleasance are delighted to present 'Carmen', one of the most popular operas ever written.
Castle Of Light
Expect wonder, enchantment and a spectacle of colour this festive season as Edinburgh Castle, the defender of the nation, becomes the ‘Castle of Light’ once again!
Castle Street Christmas Market
Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2021, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy. Not to be missed!
China: Through the Lens of John Thomson
The first Edinburgh exhibition devoted to the Scottish photographer John Thomson (1837-1921) and his photography in China is on display at the James Watt Centre, Heriot Watt University.
Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!
Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
Christmas at the Palace: Family trail
This December explore The Palace of Holyroodhouse with the help of Holly and Rudy and a special Christmas trail!
Christmas Dinner
The Lyceum joins forces with Catherine Wheels Theatre Company to bring the magic of Christmas back to The Lyceum in Christmas Dinner!
Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens
The Christmas Market returns to East Princes St Gardens in 2021 for a whole host of bespoke products, gifts and tasty treats!
Christmas Party Nights at Prestonfield House
Immerse yourself in Prestonfield’s Winter Wonderland party nights on selected dates in December.
Christmas Search Party Edinburgh
Search Party Edinburgh is back for Christmas 2021! Wrap up warm, grab your fellow elves and head out into the magical streets of Edinburgh for an extra Christmassy, snowcially-distanced treasure hunt!
Cityscape Photography Class
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh old town as he shows you the very best places to take some truly special pictures!
Conifox’s Christmas Experience
Conifox Adventure Park's sell-out Christmas Experience returns in 2021 bigger and better than ever for children and adults of all ages to enjoy.
Country Wreaths and Garlands
Make a sweet little natural wreath inspired by Scandinavia with little painted reindeers, stars and hearts and a magical lit garland to decorate your door, stairs or fireplace!
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Del Amitri
Del Amitri have announced their first full UK headline tour since the summer of 2018 which includes a night at the Usher Hall on 17th December!
Discover Edinburgh’s Gruesome History
Do you want to explore Edinburgh's top sights in one evening AND discover gruesome secrets about the city that Scotland would rather keep hidden? Well then, this is the tour for your!
Edinburgh Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
Edinburgh Zoo’s Christmas Nights
Make your evenings merry and bright this festive season with a magical journey through Edinburgh Zoo!
Ellie Harrison: Early Warning Signs
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is hosting one of artist Ellie Harrison’s four Early Warning Signs.
Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
Fit Fridays
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with DJ Josh Scott!
Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
Our ever-popular Christmas Zoo illuminations will return on selected dates this December from 5pm – 9pm.
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore! The Fore Play Crazy Golf team have launched another cracking venue to eat, drink, play and up your selfie game in the heart of the Capital!
Friday Evening Gong Yoga Nidra Relaxation
Just relax and let the Gongs take you where you need to go at Jo's monthly Yogic Gong Relaxation classes at Fletcher's Cottage, Dirlington!
Gary James ‘The Magic of Christmas’
Join Local Professional Magician Gary James for a fun-filled, family cracker of a show with the ‘Magic of Christmas’.
Georgian House Santa Experience
Santa is taking time out of his busy schedule to visit The Georgian House this Christmas. Tell him your Christmas wishes and receive a special gift just for you.
Hannah Mooney: Into the Landscape
Award-winning Irish artist Hannah Mooney's new oil paintings, displayed as part of Into the Landscape at The Scottish Gallery, evoke light, darkness, depth, transience and drama!
Hansel and Gretel 2021
Christmas wouldn't be the same without a trip to The Brunton for their fabulous traditional panto and this year it's Hansel and Gretel!
Highlight - Sculptures and Drawings by Richard Goldsworthy
An exhibition of sculptures and drawings by emerging, RSA/Wasps award winning, artist Richard Goldsworthy is on now at Patriothall Gallery, Edinburgh!
In the Bleak Midwinter - Exhibition
Baskwell Arts second exhibition is embracing the cold with full force! In the Bleak Midwinter is on until 3rd February 2022 at 18 Spey Street Lane, Leith.
Incoming: New Acquisitions at the City Art Centre
Incoming: New Acquisitions at the City Art Centre presents a selection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and sculpture acquired within the last ten years.
Inspiring Walter Scott
On the 250th anniversary of Sir Walter Scott's birth, experience his novels through objects that inspired him.
Jack and the Beanstalk
Join the Cast of Jack and Beanstalk at the Reconnect Regal Theatre for a family adventure that’s got its head in the clouds!!
Joey Simons ‘The fearful part of it was the absence’
'The fearful part of it was the absence' is an exhibition by writer Joey Simons which investigates the periodic eruption and absence of rioting in Glasgow, and its effect on the shape of the city.
King’s Panto: Sleeping Beauty
Rise and shine, it's the pantomime of your dreams, as Sleeping Beauty comes to the King's Theatre!
Light Night Installation
This year Edinburgh’s Christmas will be working with Edinburgh-based artist Hannah Ayre to produce a contemporary art installation, which will illuminate the Mound with cascading geometric snowflake
Lizzie and the Banshees
Edinburgh based Lizzie and the Banshees are a Siouxsie & The Banshees Tribute band and if you’ve yet to see them perform, you’re in for a real treat!
Magic School workshop with Gary James
This is a unique opportunity from a master magician to learn to perform amazing tricks and entertain your family over Christmas!
Making Nuno: Visionary Japanese Textiles by Sudō Reiko
This autumn, world-renowned tapestry studio Dovecot brings the work of internationally acclaimed Japanese textile designer Sudō Reiko to Scotland with an innovative exhibition.
Meet our Christmas Drag Performers!
Meet our Christmas Drag Performers! Join us and our dashing drag artists at Apex Grassmarket for an unforgettable night of jingling and mingling!
Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club
Celebrate the festive season and visit some of Edinburgh's most popular bars for some refreshing cocktails at a price you simply can't refuse with Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club wristband!
Nature Works - An exhibition of Artist Books on the theme of climate change
Nature Works features a broad selection of artist books on the theme of climate change and is showing at Upright Gallery from 3rd December.
Ocean Terminal Christmas Market
Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is taking place every weekend through November and over four day periods in December.
Playtime Christmas Party
Four of Scotland's leading jazz musicians invite you to enjoy serious musicianship, fun, frolics and irreverence at their Playtime Christmas Party on 17th December at Pathhead Village Hall.
Potted Pathology: The Complete Collection
The Surgeons Hall Museums popular Potted Pathology collection in now available to enjoy at your leisure as a complete series!
Public Reading: A Christmas Carol @ Gladstone’s Land
Join us in the atmospheric third floor Minister’s Chamber at Gladstone's Land for a hot drink and a Victorian sweet treats before listening to Dickens’ famous ghost story.
Quiet Advent
Every Monday in Advent at 3pm, St Columba’s by the Castle offers the opportunity to de-stress from the busyness of the pre-festive period with 20 minutes of quiet reflection by candlelight.
Ray Harryhausen - Titan of Cinema
This exhibition is in collaboration with the Ray and Diana Harryhausen Foundation to celebrate what would have been film special effects superstar Ray Harryhausen's 100th birthday year.
Reflections, The Light and Life of John Henry Lorimer
This exhibition at the City Art Centre will explore John Henry Lorimer’s art through five key themes: light, identity, family, femininity and home.
Rejoin, Rewind, Restart
Forth Children’s Theatre is back. Join us for a celebration of the return to theatre at our special show, REJOIN, REWIND, RESTART’ at Edinburgh Tabernacle on 17th & 18th December!
Remarkable Sights from Arthur’s Seat
Get out of the hustle-and-bustle of Edinburgh for a day as you take in stunning views of the city from Arthur's Seat and discover Edinburgh's unique history and folklore with a local guide!
Santa’s Grotto
Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa... it’s the perfect way for children to get into the festive spirit.
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Livingston for an exciting festive experience at Father Christmas’ Grotto!
Santa’s Secret Storeroom
This year, The Eco Larder is harbouring this years BIGGEST secret. Santa is in our storeroom!
Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker
This winter, banish the dark skies and enjoy a visual feast as we take you and your family on a fantastical adventure with Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker!
SLIC - Thursdays
Get groovy with a mellow blend of Classic Hip Hop, Soul, R&B and chart at Subway Cowgate.
SOLACE: Edinburgh Printmakers Members’ Exhibition
Marking the first Edinburgh Printmakers Members Show to take place at Castle Mills, this exhibition reflects the solace people have found in the arts over the past 18 months.
Spectacle of Light
Don't miss Dalkeith Country Park’s winter festive light experience 'Spectacle of Light' when it returns in 2021! It's a magical after-dark adventure for all the family!
Step aboard and make special festive memories on The Royal Yacht Britannia
Celebrate the festive season in style with a visit to The Royal Yacht Britannia this December and see the State Drawing Room and Dining Room, adorned with stunning decorations!
Tapestry: Changing Concepts
This two-floor exhibition, at the City Art Centre this winter, will feature work by 19 contemporary artists associated with the former Tapestry Department at Edinburgh College of Art.
The Big Escape Edinburgh
The Big Escape is a brand new interactive outdoor experience, played on your smartphone, which will turn Edinburgh City Centre into a giant escape game!
The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!
The Enormous Christmas Turnip
Join us at The Studio Edinburgh for a magical, musical rollercoaster of a Christmas dinner party like no other!
The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
The Paraffin Pixies Search for Santa
The Paraffin Pixies bring sparkle and magic to dark winter evenings as they lead you to a hidden after-dark world of wonder and mysteries within Almond Valley Heritage Centre this December!
The Pitt Market
The home of award winning street food, craft beer brewed in Edinburgh, wine, desserts & live music.
The Santa Experience
The Santa Experience returns! Add some magic to your Christmas with a visit to Santa and his elves at Archerfield Walled Garden.
The Secret Domes at Cask Smugglers
Cask Smugglers are thrilled to present our brand new Secret Domes, which boast some of the best views in Edinburgh from a spectacular vantage point on the rooftop of Waverley station.
The Snowman & Snowman and the Snowdog plus Santa visit
Everyone's favourite Snowman comes to life on the Big Screen in a double bill, plus a special visit from Santa, at the National Mining Museum Scotland this December!
The Typewriter Revolution
Drawing on our outstanding typewriter collection, this exhibition features a range of machines, including an 1876 Sholes and Glidden typewriter which was the first to have a QWERTY keyboard.
Upcycling and Sustainable Living Classes
Learn how to upcycle, become zero waste, reduce your plastic use and explore sustainable living with EcoArt's classes, courses and workshops!
What the Dickens? - Immersive Christmas Show
Enjoy a a quirky promenade performance as you take a walk through Edinburgh Old Town with none other than Charles Dickens, the man who invented Christmas!
White Christmas - The Musical
Make it a magical family Christmas in 2021 as the spectacular brand-new production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas lights up Edinburgh Playhouse!
Wilf
Wilf takes audiences on a hilarious and unapologetic ride through Scotland as Calvin and Wilf attempt to escape loneliness, cope with mental illness and learn to love themselves!
Winter Exhibition
Pop in to Edinburgh’s newest contemporary art gallery, Colinton Arts, for it's Winter Exhibition showcasing 20 Scottish contemporary artists with a mix of paintings, glass, ceramics and sculpture!
Winter Windows
Come and see Edinburgh's 2021 Winter Windows, showcasing the creativity of Edinburgh’s school pupils!
Events in Fife
Art-tastic
Come along to our colourful and entertaining family-friendly exhibition to explore the stories hidden within some of our fantastic paintings.
Artisan Fridays Market
Artisan Fridays is a weekly hot & cold food market, held every Friday on Kirkcaldy High Street!
Cinderella Pantomime
The Alhambra Theatre presents the Christmas Panto 'Cinderella' from 15th to 27th December 2021.
Cinderella: Panto 2021 - POSTPONED
Polish your pumpkins, dust off your gowns and grab your glass slippers as the Christmas 2021 pantomime Cinderella, is coming to Rothes Halls!
Explore! Travellers and Trailblazers
Let us take you on an epic adventure! Follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers to discover exotic lands and fantastic voyages through our hands-on, family friendly exhibition!
Forgan’s Weekend Ceilidh
Come along to Forgan’s Weekend Ceilidh is back every Friday and Saturday night from 10.30pm!
It’s A Wonderful Life
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without watching It’s A Wonderful Life. It's the ultimate seasonal feel-good film and it's screening at The Byre Theatre this December!
Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Dame Nellie Numpty and her useless son, Jack, for a traditional family panto, full of magic, laughter and excitement this Christmas!
Joy and Creativity – 60 Years of Kirkcaldy Art Club
Come along and join in the celebrations and enjoy the wide variety of art and craft created by the members – from greetings cards and prints, to paintings, ceramics, glass and much more!
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs - Mental Health Drop In
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs have started mental health drop in sessions every Friday at Crosshill Business Centre, Lochgelly.
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs Kids Club
The Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs Saturday Kids Club is for families to have a safe environment to have some fun, so why not pop in and say hello!
Oskar Braves Farewell Show
Press Live Act winners Oskar Braves have decided to call time on the band and a farewell show will take place at PJ Molloys on Friday 17th December.
Sanctuary
'Sanctuary', Sun Gallery's inaugural winter exhibition under new ownership, is a beautifully balanced mix of established & emerging talented artists in their own right.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Santa really is coming to town! Enjoy an extra magical experience this year when Santa comes to the Kingsgate Shopping Centre.
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dunfermline for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2020 Winners’ Exhibition
The Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2020 Winners’ Exhibition is on tour in 2021/2022 and you can see it at FifeSpace Gallery, Rothes Halls until 8th January!
The Magic of Christmas
The Magic of Christmas at Carnegie Hall is a collaborative event with Pitlochry Festival Theatre and is brimming with story, music and surprise!
The Travelling Cranberries Christmas Show
In December, The Travelling Cranberries will be travelling around Fife in their festive bus, bringing a FREE pop-up Christmas show to you and your local community.
Ya Wee Sleeping Beauty
The Kings present Kirkcaldy's brand new Christmas Show "Ya Wee Sleeping Beauty" a brand new, sparklingly magical fun filled show for the whole family!
Events in Lanarkshire
A Very Bublé Christmas
Start the countdown to Christmas with Michael Hastie, Scotland's Number 1 Michael Buble tribute act and Glasgow's record-breaking big swing band Jon Ritchie & That Swing Sensation!
Active@Home North Lanarkshire
If you are over the age of 65 and live in the North Lanarkshire area The Fair Play Foundation's Active@Home programme is the one for you!
Britney and the Beast
Join Insideout Productions at East Kilbride Village Theatre this Christmas as they take you on a hilarious journey through Pantoland with this new Scottish twist on the old classic tale!
Celebrating 75 years of James A Cuthbertson Limited
An exhibition celebrating 75 years of local company, James A Cuthbertson Limited, will open at Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum on Saturday 11th December!
Chatelherault to Low Parks Heritage Trail
Explore the walking and cycling route between two of South Lanarkshire's historic buildings, enjoying local heritage, whilst benefitting your health and wellbeing!
Christmas at New Lanark
Enjoy a magical family day out this Christmas at New Lanark, take a magical journey on The Spirit of Christmas Ride, visit Santa's Grotto or catch 'Freezin' this year's festive panto!
Christmas Party Nights
Don't miss out on Hamilton's premier party night, featuring entertainment from Big Vern n The Shootahs, returning to The Town House this December!
Clyde’s Winter Trail
Can you find the festive scenes around the National Museum of Rural Life? Look out for Clyde's friends as they get ready for the festive season!
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Hibernate
Hibernate at Lanterhouse, Cumbernauld is a joyous, romp-filled adventure to catapult you from the dreamy, quiet lands of silent snoozing to the bright, fun-filled great outdoors!
JJ Gilmour
Internationally acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter JJ Gilmour returns for his annual festive show, this year at Airdrie Town Hall!
Lanark Winter Wonderland
Back by popular demand, Discover Lanark's free Winter Wonderland opens its gates to families from near and far on Wednesday 24th November and remains open until Tuesday 28th December!
M&D’s On Ice
Enjoy the perfect festive day out at M&D's... skate day and night with family and friends at Scotland’s most magical ice rink!
Miracle On Broomknoll Street
The fabulous Monklands Light Opera are coming back to the stage with a chorus of carols in their upcoming production, Miracle on Broomknoll Street!
Red Hot Chilli Pipers
This festive season it's time to come close to the fire, join Red Hot Chilli Pipers as they return to Motherwell Concert Hall on Friday 17th December as part of their 20th Anniversary Tour!
Robin Hood
Robin Hood at Lanternhouse, Cumbernauld is an out of this world Christmas show that you don't want to miss!
Santa Visits Calderglen
Visit Santa in his cosy grotto within the Courtyard Gallery in Calderglen Country Park this December!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Sandyholm
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Sandyholm for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Magical Circus
Santa Claus has been kidnapped by an evil witch who is trying to ruin Christmas, with the help of a fairy and clown, can you help save Santa and Christmas by finding his outfit, reindeer and more!
Sleeping Beauty
Wakey Wakey South Lanarkshire! Set your alarm clocks to panto time! Sleeping Beauty is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall between the 8th and 22nd December!
Snow White
Studio 32 and East Kilbride Arts Centre present Snow White... the fairest pantomime of all!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Drifters
The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades, catch them at Lanark Memorial Hall on 17th December 2021!
The Tolbooth Christmas Shop
Local artists and makers will be showcasing their products at The Tolbooth Christmas Shop in Lanark between the 12th November and 8th January!
The Wizard of Oz
Motherwell Theatre again team up with Spillers Pantomimes to present this adventure over the rainbow!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Cinderella
Cinderella is the hilarious family pantomime suitable for all ages, with tons of slapstick comedy and stunning musical numbers that guarantee you'll be singing to for days afterwards!
Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends
Christmas is coming to Paisley town centre this year with a whole host of festive activities for all the family to enjoy!
Punk & Ska Night
Head along to The Bungalow for an alternative Christmas night out with live music from Fire Exit, Skaledonia, Sequence 369 & Scunnurt!
Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
Robin Robin Adventure Trail
Celebrate your inner Robin on this adventure trail at RSPB Lochwinnoch where you will learn to sing like a robin, find your own superpower and use all your senses to connect with the robin within!
Santa and the Snow
Enjoy the magic of a real white Christmas at one of the country’s top rated Santa experiences when Santa and the Snow returns to Snow Factor!
Santa’s Grotto & Christmas Market
Come see Santa Claus at the Christmas Market and Funfair being held beside Braehead Shopping Centre from 11th November until Christmas Eve!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Braehead for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
A Christmas Miracle at Rough Castle
Enjoy some festive fun with your family and loved ones as Rough Castle Experiences once again brings the woodland to life in a blaze of colour and light!
All I Want For Christmas
This December on stage at Macrobert, the best live entertainers will be celebrating all that is great about getting together for Christmas.
Beauty and the Beast
Panto returns to FTH Theatre this festive season with the spectacular Beauty and the Beast, starring Barbara Bryceland as Fairy Fiona and Scott Watson as Wee Frankie McClunkey.
Celebrate the Festive Season at Stirling Court Hotel
Whether you’re planning an office Christmas Party, a Santa Lunch with the kids or a Christmas Day Feast, Stirling Court Hotel has your festive season all wrapped up!
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Join critically acclaimed theatre company Chapterhouse as Scrooge’s frozen heart begins to melt and he finally embraces the festive spirit in this most Christmassy of Christmas tales.
Christmas and Hogmanay at the Kilted Kangaroo
We've got lots of plans for the festive season down here at Kilted Kangaroo Stirling that you don't want to miss!
Christmas Spectacular at Blair Drummond
Plan a magical family day out at the Safari Park with our Christmas market, dinosaur illuminations, festive fairground rides, Santa procession and Scotland’s biggest Christmas tree!
Drive Thru Santa
Due to popular demand the Edenmill Farm Drive Thru Santa event returns for 2021. Book your ticket now!
Festive Party Night
Celebrate the festive season with friends and colleagues at Stirling Court Hotel's legendary Christmas Party Nights.
Festive Party Nights
'Tis the season to Party, so come along and enjoy a festive three course meal followed by DJ until late at the Richmond Park Hotel, Bo'ness!
Into the Light by Fiona Clasen
This winter, the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum welcomes artist Fiona Clasen’s solo exhibition, Into the Light.
Is that you, Santa?
Filled with fabulous new songs and just a little bit of adventure, ‘Is That You, Santa?’ is the perfect Christmas treat for small people aged 5 and under and the big people in their families.
Maw Goose - Postponed until Christmas 2022
POSTPONED - It's panto time! Boo, hiss and singalong with your friends and family when Maw Goose comes to Macrobert Arts Centre this festive season!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Stirling for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Snow White and the Teeny Weeny MacTitchies
Fizzgig Theatre are back at Mugdock with their ever popular Panto and this year's show is Snow White and the Teeny Weeny MacTitchies!
The BIG Christmas Exhibition
Please join us at Greengallery for our BIG Christmas Exhibition from 12th November to 24th December!
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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