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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!

Cinema Live: NT Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Airdrie Town Hall!

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Cumbernauld Folk Club Fundraiser

22nd January 2026

Come along for an evening of traditional and contemporary folk music, storytelling and good company at the Cumbernauld Folk Club Fundraiser on Thursday 22nd January!

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National Theatre Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Cumbernauld Theatre!

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A Date With The Everly Brothers

23rd January 2026

Hear all the classic hits like Bird Dog, Cathy's Clown and many more timeless songs when the UK's newest tribute to The Everly Brothers returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 23rd January!

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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!

Rutherglen 900: Bloom

31st January 2026

Blending traditional step dance, video projection and live music BLOOM is a story about people and place, community and change, and the joy of dance!

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Summerlee Science Festival

13th February 2026 - 18th February 2026

Get ready for a week of hands-on fun, mind-blowing experiments, and awe-inspiring science at the Summerlee Science Festival 2026, being held between the 13th and 18th February!

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Tractor Tots

6th February 2026 - 9th February 2026

Tractor Tots offers a fun, focused experience for younger visitors to the National Museum of Rural Life, introducing them to rural life through interactive creative play.

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Latest Lanarkshire News

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

Five unique Valentine experiences to enjoy across Scotland

Five unique Valentine experiences to enjoy across Scotland

With Valentine's Day falling on a Saturday this year, couples have the perfect excuse to celebrate with experiences rather than traditional gifts.

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DF Concerts summer events generate 164.5million for Scottish economy

DF Concerts summer events generate 164.5million for Scottish economy

DF Concerts has today announced that its programme of summer 2025 live music events generated £164.6 million in total economic impact for Scotland.

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The Glencairn Glass Crime Short Story Competition returns

The Glencairn Glass Crime Short Story Competition returns

The official glass for whisky, the Glencairn Glass, is once again raising a toast to crime fiction with the return of its popular annual Crime Short Story Competition.

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Over half of British holidaymakers to opt for touring holiday over flights abroad in 2026

Over half of British holidaymakers to opt for touring holiday over flights abroad in 2026

Survey of 2,000 UK holidaymakers commissioned by Scotland's largest touring and holiday home show reveals shift in UK's holiday of choice.

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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!

Cinema Live: NT Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Airdrie Town Hall!

READ MORE

National Theatre Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Cumbernauld Theatre!

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Mr Ken Dee In Cabaret

24th January 2026

Returning to his hometown for his sixth annual performance, don't miss Mr Ken Dee In Cabaret at Airdrie Working Men's Social Club on Saturday 24th January!

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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...

Bookbug at Summerlee

23rd January 2026

Discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at Summerlee's weekly Bookbug sessions!

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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

25th January 2026

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

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Chatelherault Market

25th January 2026

Held weekly on Sundays from 10am - 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!

Elliott Yoga Studio

Yoga Classes covering North Lanarkshire and surrounding areas:Beginners classes are every Monday 6pm, Thursday 6.20pm and Friday 9.30amClasses for all...

North Lanarkshire Titans Basketball Club

North Lanarkshire Titans Basketball Club are an inclusive club playing in local league basketball.

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!

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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!

New Lanark World Heritage Site

New Lanark World Heritage Site is a beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill village in Southern Scotland, close to the Falls of Clyde and only around an hour's drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Valley View at Gouldings

Valley View at Gouldings is a family run business in the picturesque Clyde Valley with Restaurant, Adventure Park, Soft Play & Gift Shop!

Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum

Biggar Museum Trust aims to collect, store, preserve and record Biggar and Upper Clydesdale’s rich archaeological, social and historic heritage.

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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.

Owens Bar

Passed down through generations, Owen's Bar in Coatbridge is a family run bar with a legacy of over 50 years.

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

Valentine’s at the Opera
New Lanark Mill Hotel, in collaboration with Music in Lanark, is delighted to invite guests to a truly enchanting evening of Italian opera, 'Valentine's at the Opera', on Friday 13th February!
Dinosaurs Roar!
Come see the amazing dinosaurs roaming around the park and maybe even get a photo with them at Clyde Valley Family Park's annual Dinosaurs Roar! event on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd February!
Gary Faulds: Panic at the Midlife Disco
Gary Faulds, the Glaswegian comedian who's survived every type of life crisis imaginable, brings his new show Panic at the Midlife Disco to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 21st November!
Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 10am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!
Valley View Panto: The Ugly Duckling
Starring the hilarious Ian 'Sheepie' Smith and the incredible Louise Andrée Douglas, The Ugly Duckling is packed with laughter, heart, catchy moments and plenty of audience fun!

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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