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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!

Lanark & District Round Table Annual Fireworks Display

8th November 2025
Lanark

Celebrate Guy Fawkes night safely with a bang at the Lanark & District Round Table Fireworks Display at Moor Park on Saturday 8th November!

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The John Goldie Trio

8th November 2025

Following last year's amazing sold-out show, 50rpm are delighted to welcome the exciting & virtuosic John Goldie Trio back to the Georgian Hotel on Saturday 8th November!

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Three The Musical

8th November 2025

Three The Musical, at Strathaven Town Mill, is a heart-wrenching, true story with twists and turns that will leave you shocked to the core.

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New Town Sounds Presents Simple Minded & Deacon Blues

8th November 2025

Celebrate the anthems of Simple Minds and Deacon Blue when New Town Sounds bring Simple Minded & Deacon Blues to East Kilbride's Ballerup Hall on Saturday 8th November!

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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!

MacKinnon Mills Indoor Christmas Carnival

8th November 2025 - 21st December 2025

Santa arrives at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday 8th November opening his fabulous Grotto and Indoor Carnival which will run every weekend until Christmas!

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Santa’s Arrival

8th November 2025

Santa arrives with his reindeer at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday 8th November to launch the opening of their Grotto, Meet the Grinch, Kids Indoor Christmas Carnival and Craft Market!

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Christmas Ceilidh

22nd November 2025

Back by popular demand... the ever popular Clyde Valley Ceilidh Band return to Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 22nd November for another lively Christmas Ceilidh!

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Latest Lanarkshire News

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

Santa clocks in early: Scotland shift heroes among 30,000 invited to claim free festive meal

Santa clocks in early: Scotland shift heroes among 30,000 invited to claim free festive meal

Greene King pubs is raising the spirits of Scotland's hardest workers this festive season, hosting 'The Big Christmas Shift' across 700 pubs nationwide, giving away 30,000 meals on Monday 1st December

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Festive days out to make the most of the season

Festive days out to make the most of the season

From wreath-making workshops through to New Year’s Eve street parties, here's a rounded up some of the best events to help make the most of the season with loved ones in a fun and creative way.

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SAY Award winner announced as Kai Reesu

SAY Award winner announced as Kai Reesu

Kai Reesu’s ‘KOMPROMAT vol.i’ was tonight announced as winner of The Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award, as the country’s national music prize Ceremony took place in Dundee’s Caird Hall.

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Public vote opens for Scottish Jazz Awards 2025 as scene flourishes

Public vote opens for Scottish Jazz Awards 2025 as scene flourishes

A stellar lineup of nominees has been announced for the Scottish Jazz Awards 2025, showcasing the exceptional talent flourishing across Scotland's vibrant jazz scene.

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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!

Three The Musical

8th November 2025

Three The Musical, at Strathaven Town Mill, is a heart-wrenching, true story with twists and turns that will leave you shocked to the core.

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Up A Close

8th November 2025

Following a 2024 Spring and Autumn sell out run across Scotland, Kingsman Travelling Theatre Company is absolutely delighted to be bringing Up A Close, Joanna's Story back to Lanark Memorial Hall!

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Cinema Live: La Fille Mal Gardée

9th November 2025

65 years after its premiere, The Royal Ballet presents Frederick Ashton's La Fille mal gardée. Don't miss this screening at Airdrie Town Hall Cinema in November!

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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...

Lanark & District Round Table Annual Fireworks Display

8th November 2025
Lanark

Celebrate Guy Fawkes night safely with a bang at the Lanark & District Round Table Fireworks Display at Moor Park on Saturday 8th November!

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Santa’s Arrival

8th November 2025

Santa arrives with his reindeer at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday 8th November to launch the opening of their Grotto, Meet the Grinch, Kids Indoor Christmas Carnival and Craft Market!

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Meet the Gruffal...Oh! Storytelling Event

8th November 2025

Join Whirly Gig at Langloch Farm for a fun and engaging session including a fox in a suit, a rather dashing owl, and who knows... maybe there is such a thing as a Gruffal...OH!

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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!

1st Clyde (Plains) Scout Group

1st Clyde (Plains) Scout Group provides activities & programmes for young people aged 4 to 14 & help them to gain Skills For Life.

Clarkston Colts Youth Football Club

Clarkston Colts Youth Football Club are a children's community football club based in Airdrie, North Lanarkshire.

U3A Lanark & District

Lanark & District U3A is for anyone who is retired or semi-retired and those on the young side of the 'third age' of life who are no longer in employment.

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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!

East Kilbride Village Theatre

Situated in the beautiful heart of the old village of East Kilbride the Village Theatre is a perfect place to enjoy an evening's entertainment!

Lanark Memorial Hall

Following its highly successful refurbishment, Lanark Memorial Hall is now a multipurpose community facility which hosts a variety of performances from dramatic plays to musicals to kids shows!

East Kilbride Arts Centre

The East Kilbride Arts Centre is an extremely popular venue for drama, visual arts, music, comedy and film productions, and classes and courses.

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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.

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.

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...

Jackton Distillery

RAER's award-winning family owned distillery is quietly nestled in a nook of rolling fields in the Scottish Lowlands.

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Popular Events

Lanark & District Round Table Annual Fireworks Display
Celebrate Guy Fawkes night safely with a bang at the Lanark & District Round Table Fireworks Display at Moor Park on Saturday 8th November!
Makers & Merchants Monthly Market Lanark
Makers & Merchants Market in Lanark is Scotland's newest and most exciting monthly market and a vibrant celebration of the best food, drink, and craft producers around!
Sister Act The Musical
Filled with uplifting music, outrageous comedy, and powerful gospel numbers don't miss Encore Stars Academy's production of Sister Act The Musical at East Kilbride Village Theatre!
Lanarkshire Cecilian Orchestra & Special Guest Choirs Christmas Concert
The Town House in Hamilton will come alive with festive magic as the Lanarkshire Cecilian Orchestra presents its annual Christmas concert on Thursday 11th December!
Miracle on Broomknoll Street
Join Monklands Light Opera as they help to spread some Christmas cheer by performing some Yuletide classics, top pop hits and a few wonderful musical numbers from Broadway hits through the years!

Popular Listings

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