Bothwell Scarecrow Festival

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The Scarecrow Festival returns for 2025 with two weeks packed full of fun things to do and see all over Bothwell!

About Bothwell Scarecrow Festival

Listed Under Community Events / Days Out Events / Family and Kids Events / Gala Days Events / Music Events / Outdoor Events

It’s our 13th year, and we’ve got an incredible lineup of events that’s sure to thrill every member of the family. From music and local acts to funfair action and delicious street food eats, there’s something for everyone!

Here’s a look at some of the events coming your way:
• Bothwell Art Club Exhibition
• Craft Fair
• Super Scarecrow Street
• Family Outdoor Fun Days - Sat 13th & Sun 14th
• Bothwell Community & Music Stage
• Organic Growers of Bothwell Open Day
• Grand Scarecrow Parade
• Best Dressed Scarecrow in Parade
• Stalls
• Food & Drink
• Fairground
• Inflatables

And Much More!

Get involved by building your very own scarecrows! Decorate your homes, gardens, windows, fences - ANYWHERE YOU LIKE! Let your imagination run wild and create some straw-mazing new friends for Archie… we can’t wait to see what you create!

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