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Events in Lanarkshire Today

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Events in Lanarkshire

Bookbug at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions on Mondays during term time and every Saturday!

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Bothwell Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 20th December 2025

SHS Events bring their wonderful markets to Bothwell twice a month on the first and third Saturdays featuring artisan crafts, fresh produce, unique gifts, handmade items and tasty street food!

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Charity Family Fun Day in aid of Young Lives vs Cancer

2nd August 2025

Don't miss the Charity Family Fun Day at Trinity Parish Church in Hamilton on Saturday 2nd August, it's going to be a fun event for the whole family!

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Cool Britannia: Britain in the 1990s

23rd May 2025 - 18th August 2025

Cool Britannia: Britain in the 1990s explores the major events throughout Britain and the world focussing on the changing technology, shifting political landscape and pop culture that defined an era!

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Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

28th June 2025 - 19th October 2025

Come hear the memories of local musicians, see costumes, photos and records through the decades or even just come for a boogie at the Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire exhibition!

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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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Gig In The Grounds

1st August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

The popular weekend family music festival, Gig In The Grounds, is set to return in August with a whole host of live bands, solo artists, kids entertainment and activities for all the family!

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How To Train Your Velociraptor

28th June 2025 - 10th August 2025

Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are in for a roaring time this summer as the family favourite destination is to host free daily dinosaur shows!

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Ian Hamilton Finlay: Images From The Arcadian Dream Garden

5th July 2025 - 28th September 2025

Biggar Museum presents Images from the Arcadian Dream Garden, a centenary exhibition honouring the life and work of internationally acclaimed artist, poet, and landscape designer Ian Hamilton Finlay!

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Jurassic Lanark

20th June 2025 - 10th August 2025
Lanark

After 50 million years, the dinosaurs are back... and they're even more hungry! Don't miss your chance to spot them on the Jurassic Lanark Trail this Summer!

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Leadhills Miners Library

Selected dates between 3rd May 2025 - 28th September 2025

Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!

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Low Parks LEGO Club

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 18th October 2025

Kids of all ages & abilities are invited along to Low Parks Museum for their friendly & creative Lego Club, fortnightly on Saturdays!

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Lughnasadh Celebration

2nd August 2025

This gathering is great for witches of all experience levels, even if it's your first time trying something witchy. Everyone is welcome in the Lughnasadh circle!

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Nature Track Packs

28th June 2025 - 31st August 2025

Explore the countryside at the National Museum of Rural Life this summer with our Nature Track Packs.

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New Lanark Duck Festival

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

The New Lanark Duck Festival is back this summer! Dive into a fun-filled day out, perfect for kids and families, with exciting activities, great prizes, and non-stop entertainment.

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Pride South Lanarkshire

2nd August 2025
Hamilton

Returning for 2025, Pride South Lanarkshire will be a vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ culture taking place in Hamilton Town Centre on Saturday 2nd August!

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Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hawk House Gardens

1st June 2025 - 31st August 2025
Thankerton

We invite you to explore our formal and wild gardens at Hawk House, hidden inside protective mixed hedges, with formal gardens, a wildflower meadow, woodland and far-reaching views!

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Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 28th September 2025

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2025 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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Strathclyde Parkrun

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

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Summerfest Hamilton

7th July 2025 - 2nd August 2025
Hamilton

The heart of Hamilton will come alive this July for the very first SummerFest Hamilton, promising a vibrant, month-long celebration of community, creativity, and connection.

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The Jack & Jill Market - Motherwell

2nd August 2025

Shop smartly, be savvy and save money when the Jack and Jill Market Motherwell returns to Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility on Saturday 2nd August!

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The Taylor Swift Effect

2nd August 2025

The Taylor Swift Effect, the UK's ultimate tribute to Taylor, is coming to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Saturday 2nd August!

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The Ultimate Irish Hooley

2nd August 2025

Join Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for The Ultimate Irish Hooley at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 2nd August!

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Valley View at Goulding’s Summer Pantos

22nd July 2025 - 10th August 2025

This summer Valley View at Goulding's joins forces with local company Stagecraft Entertainment to bring you two brand new family shows... Puss in Boots and Into The Woods!

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Yoga Brunch

2nd August 2025

Join Yoga By Gillian on August 2nd for The Rise Sessions — a soulful Saturday gathering that combines gentle yoga with good food and great company!

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Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Kids Golf Summer Camps

Kids Golf Summer Camps

6th June 2025 - 9th August 2025

Join Mearns Castle Golf Academy throughout the summer for their Kids Summer Golf Camps covering all aspects of golf including putting, chipping, pitching, irons and driving!

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Whitelee Walkers Health Walk

Whitelee Walkers Health Walk

11th February 2025 - 28th October 2025

Join the Whitelee Rangers for a short health walk on the windfarm on Tuesday mornings - stretch your legs, have a natter and maybe even spot some local wildlife!

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Pro-Soccer Skills School Summer Camps

Pro-Soccer Skills School Summer Camps

26th June 2025 - 13th August 2025

Pro-Soccer Skills School Summer Camps are fun and innovative classes designed to give children an enjoyable start to the nation's favourite game during the school holidays!

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Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

The Meadows Tour

The Meadows Tour

Selected dates between 7th June 2025 - 27th September 2025

Returning after a short Spring special, this highly popular 1-hour walking tour of Edinburgh's Meadows is a unique little experience.

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Innovations & Inventions Tour

Innovations & Inventions Tour

1st June 2025 - 31st October 2025

Join The Lost Close for this Innovations & Inventions Tour and learn just how much Scotland has brought to the world!

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Robert Powell: Hall of Hours

Robert Powell: Hall of Hours

1st August 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Hall of Hours explores time through Robert Powell's unique imagery capturing humanity's complexity, grandeur, and folly in intricate and thought-provoking compositions.

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Events in Fife

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Spruce Bark ’n Root

Spruce Bark ’n Root

26th July 2025 - 24th August 2025

You’re invited to join Rory at Lindor Open Workshop to celebrate the mighty Sitka spruce, essentially exploring containment and basketry.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirkbrae House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirkbrae House

1st June 2025 - 30th September 2025

Visit Kirkbrae House with it's acre of walled garden sitting high in the village of Culross in the shadow of the Abbey.

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Jack Vettriano Exhibition 2025

Jack Vettriano Exhibition 2025

4th March 2025 - 28th October 2025

Affordable Arts are thrilled to announce a Jack Vettriano exhibition running from March to October!

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Historic Tours of Glasgow University

Historic Tours of Glasgow University

Selected dates between 7th January 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!

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Kelvin Hall Building Tour

Kelvin Hall Building Tour

Selected dates between 18th January 2025 - 13th December 2025

Join the volunteer tour guides for a free 45 minute tour of Kelvin Hall and take a peek behind the scenes in Glasgow Museums' store!

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Celebrating Glasgow at Kelvingrove

Celebrating Glasgow at Kelvingrove

Selected dates between 8th July 2025 - 7th August 2025

Celebrate Glasgow 850 with the Glasgow Museums team at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, use a range of materials, learn about the collection and express yourself!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Sma’ Shot Cottages

Sma’ Shot Cottages

Selected dates between 2nd April 2025 - 27th September 2025

The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!

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Para Handy; A Radio Play on Stage

Para Handy; A Radio Play on Stage

2nd August 2025

Join the Master Mariner, Dougie, MacPhail and Sunny Jim along with a host of other characters as they take to the airwaves courtesy of three plucky BBC radio actors!

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Paisley’s Antiques Roadshow

Paisley’s Antiques Roadshow

2nd August 2025

Do you have hidden treasures at home? Now's your chance to discover their true value at Paisley's Antiques Roadshow on Saturday 2nd August!

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Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Silver Sea Glass Pendant & Earrings

Silver Sea Glass Pendant & Earrings

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a weekend jewellery workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create a stunning silver sea glass pendant & earrings set.

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Preschool Activities With Active Stirling

Preschool Activities With Active Stirling

30th April 2025 - 19th December 2025

Come along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gardener’s Cottage Walled Garden

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gardener’s Cottage Walled Garden

15th June 2025 - 15th October 2025

The walled garden, acquired in 2013 by the present owners, has been planted with extensive herbaceous borders, box hedging, roses and many unusual plants.

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Events in Other Areas

FREE Whisky Tasting with Ardgowan Distillery

FREE Whisky Tasting with Ardgowan Distillery

2nd August 2025

Geraldo's are delighted to offer you the opportunity to taste some of Ardgowan Distillery's award-winning blends, gin and some new single malts!

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Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials

Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials

1st August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Step into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 7th December 2025

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Sponsored Links

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Popular Events

Tree Reading Workshop with the CCF Tree Wardens
Deepen your connection with nature in an interactive workshop where you'll learn how to 'read' the story of a tree with TCV Scotland and the CCF Tree Wardens at Strathclyde Park.
Strathaven Balloon Festival
The annual Strathaven Balloon Festival returns for 2025 taking place on the weekend of August 22nd to 24th in Strathaven's John Hastie Park!
George Michael & Wham Tribute Show
Brendan J Carr brings his fantastic George Michael & Wham Tribute Show, I'm Your Man, to Carrigans in Blantyre on Friday 7th November!
Pride South Lanarkshire
Returning for 2025, Pride South Lanarkshire will be a vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ culture taking place in Hamilton Town Centre on Saturday 2nd August!
Bothwell Scarecrow Festival
The Scarecrow Festival returns for 2025 with two weeks packed full of fun things to do and see all over Bothwell!

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