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What's on in Lanarkshire

Welcome to What's on Lanarkshire, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Lanarkshire taking place throughout the year, from the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions!

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Featured Events in Lanarkshire

There are thousands of events in Lanarkshire every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

The McDougall’s Winter Wonderland!

27th December 2025 - 30th December 2025

Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at East Kilbride Arts Centre for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Hogmanay Party

29th December 2025

Join Artie at The Town House Hamilton for his special Hogmanay Party show! It's a joyful musical celebration that kids and parents alike will love.

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Biggar Bonfire

31st December 2025
Biggar

The Biggar bonfire is lit every Hogmanay at 9.30pm in the High Street... Come and join us!

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Cordelia’s Potted Operas: An Evening of Song

10th January 2026

Australia's own Cordelia's Potted Opera's presents An Evening of Song, featuring favorites from opera, operetta, Gilbert & Sullivan plus a selection from the Scottish Opera Jeanie Deans.

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New Events in Lanarkshire

You'll find all the latest Lanarkshire events that have been added to the website right here!

Imbolc Celebration

31st January 2026

Join Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching for a group growth ritual to honor the quickening of new life within the earth and the stirring of potential within you.

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Nite Lite Run Dark

20th February 2026

North Lanarkshire's night time running event, Nite Lite Run Dark, returns for 2026 on Friday 20th February!

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Strathaven Whisky Festival

28th February 2026

In collaboration with Round Table and Select Drams, we are delighted to introduce the Strathaven Whisky Festival a celebration of flavour, craftsmanship, and community!

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Latest Lanarkshire News

Keep up to date with what's going on in Lanarkshire with our local news updates!

Brand new craft event encourages mindfulness, creativity and relaxation

Brand new craft event encourages mindfulness, creativity and relaxation

Dobbies Garden Centres is inviting customers along to an afternoon of creativity, connection, and cake this January, with a brand-new Crafternoon Tea Club.

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Christmas has come early! Glasgow youngster wins the entire DreamToys list in national competition

Christmas has come early! Glasgow youngster wins the entire DreamToys list in national competition

One very lucky youngster from Glasgow has been crowned the winner of an incredible festive giveaway – taking home all 15 toys featured on this year's coveted DreamToys list.

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Christmas has arrived in Glasgow, The IRN BRU Carnival returns for its 106th year

Christmas has arrived in Glasgow, The IRN BRU Carnival returns for its 106th year

Europe's largest indoor fun fair, The IRN-BRU Carnival, has opened to the public at Glasgow's SEC with its greatest show to date!

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Make a date with Destination Christmas

Make a date with Destination Christmas

Looking to entertain the children with schools closing for Christmas? There's time to catch the last few days of Destination Christmas, a family festive spectacular at M&D's Scotland's Theme Park.

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Lanarkshire

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Lanarkshire theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

The McDougall’s Winter Wonderland!

27th Dec 2025 - 30th Dec 2025

Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at East Kilbride Arts Centre for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!

READ MORE

Artie’s Singing Kettle - Hogmanay Party

29th December 2025

Join Artie at The Town House Hamilton for his special Hogmanay Party show! It's a joyful musical celebration that kids and parents alike will love.

READ MORE

Cordelia’s Potted Operas: An Evening of Song

10th January 2026

Australia's own Cordelia's Potted Opera's presents An Evening of Song, featuring favorites from opera, operetta, Gilbert & Sullivan plus a selection from the Scottish Opera Jeanie Deans.

READ MORE
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Upcoming Family & Kids Events in Lanarkshire

Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Lanarkshire! We have something for everyone and every pocket...

The McDougall’s Winter Wonderland!

27th Dec 2025 - 30th Dec 2025

Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at East Kilbride Arts Centre for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!

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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

28th December 2025

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!

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Chatelherault Market

28th December 2025

Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!

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Activities in Lanarkshire

Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!

East Kilbride Art Club

The EK Art Club runs every Tuesday evening from 7pm - 9pm and is open to anyone with an interest in painting and drawing!

Making Waves

Making Waves is a family-run swim school with over 30-years experience teaching babies, children and adults how to feel safe, confident and happy in the water.

Chatelherault Country Park

Chatelherault Country Park, a five star visitor attraction under the Visit Scotland grading scheme, has been described as a jewel in the local landscape.

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Attractions in Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!

National Museum of Rural Life

Take in the sights, smells and sounds of a 1950s working farm, complete with dairy cows and sheep, at the National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride.

Biggar Little Festival

Biggar Little Festival is a family-friendly festival held annually in the historic market town of Biggar - a small town at large!

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

The North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is a free family visitor attraction located in Motherwell which is seen as the main repository for archives and modern records for the whole of North Lanarkshire!

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Eating & Drinking in Lanarkshire

Eating out in Lanarkshire is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.

Lucianos Glasgow

Luciano's is a an Italian trattoria serving authentic and rustic Italian dishes accompanied by fine wines in traditional surroundings.

The Salmon Leap

The Salmon Leap has recently had an extensive refurbishment, which we are sure you'll agree has given the pub a new lease of life. On the lower level...

Rocca Ristorante Hamilton

Rocca Ristorante Hamilton offers fine, fresh Italian cuisine made with hearty Scottish charm in a relaxed yet chic setting with a warm and friendly atmosphere.

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Popular Events

Snow White and the Seven Muppets
From the producers that brought you last years smash hit 'A Crackin' Christmas Carol' Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd proudly present Snow White and the Seven Muppets!
Snow White
Spillers Pantomimes and North Lanarkshire Council will bring their annual pantomime for the first time to Airdrie Town Hall this festive season!
The Shop Around the Corner
The Bookends Theatre Group bring another 1940's Radio Hour to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Sunday 26th April featuring their production of The Shop Around the Corner!
The Ultimate Summer Shindig
Get ready to turn up the heat as 'The Ultimate Summer Shindig', a thrilling new live music experience guaranteed to raise the roof and get audiences on their feet, comes to The Town House Hamilton!
Biggar Bonfire
The Biggar bonfire is lit every Hogmanay at 9.30pm in the High Street... Come and join us!

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Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton