Events in Lanarkshire on Friday 17th April 2026

Acoustic Cafe Nights at the Granary Presents The Horsenecks

Acoustic Cafe Nights return to The Granary at Strathaven Town Mill on Friday 17th April for an evening of music from Oregon based duo The Horsenecks!

Bookbug at Summerlee

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

CamGlen Concert Series: No Borders String Trio

Don't miss a beautiful afternoon of live classical music with the incredible No Borders Trio – a dynamic string ensemble bringing music into communities across Scotland - and now to Rutherglen!

Chair Yoga for Every Body

Join Nicki from Superstar Yoga for some gentle Chair Yoga, suitable for all, at David Livingstone Birthplace on Friday afternoons!

Easter at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Families are invited to join North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre in Motherwell over the holidays to enjoy Easter themed arts and crafts, film screenings, a Mini Zoo and more!

Easter At Summerlee

Families can enjoy a wide range of exciting events at Summerlee this Easter, their programme runs from Friday 3rd April to Friday 17th April, with activities taking place daily from 11am - 4pm!

Falls of Clyde Badger Cubs - Wildlife Watch Group

Join the Badger Cubs wildlife watch group at Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre - perfect for little ones aged 0-6 years who love exploring nature and having outdoor adventures!

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

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

In The Mood Singalong

Come along to North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre for a good old fashioned singalong with songs from the 50s and 60s, and some old scots favourites!

MacKinnon Mills Easter Carnival

The indoor carnival returns to MacKinnon Mills on selected days during the Easter holidays featuring bumper cars, trampolines, inflatables, rides and more for everyone to enjoy!

Motown Brothers - Drifters, Soul and Motown Show

Rutherglen Town Hall is proud to welcome Glasgow's very own Motown Brothers to the venue on Friday 17th April for a tribute to The Drifters and more!

New Lanark Sensory Storytime and Craft Sessions

Step into the history of New Lanark through playful, interactive storytelling and crafting sessions designed especially for children aged 1–6!

Paul Smith: Pablo Live

Get ready for a cinema screening of Paul Smith's debut special, Pablo Live, packed with his legendary audience roasts and razor-sharp wit that'll have you howling from start to finish!

Rutherglen 900: We Are Rutherglen

As part of the Rutherglen 900 celebrations, the We Are Rutherglen Art Exhibition will showcase the work of talented local artists in a welcoming, creative space.

Shotgunned

Equal parts hilarious and heart-breaking, Matt Anderson's Shotgunned is a relatable and intimate piece of theatre about how the people we lose can shape who we become.

Spring Explorers

Kids will learn how bugs and worms keep soil healthy for plants to grow when they become a Spring Explorer this April at the National Museum of Rural Life!

Still Walls, Passing Time an Exhibition by Allan Burnett & Christine Brown

The opening exhibition this year at Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum is 'Still Walls, Passing Time' featuring works by Allan Burnett and Christine Brown.

The Gingerbread Man

Come join the fun as Stagecraft Entertainment return to Valley View this Easter with another brilliant show, The Gingerbread Man, starring Jamie Mac and Louise Andree Douglas!

The Junkie Miracles

The Junkie Miracles is a new play by Des Dillon, based on harrowing experiences of recovery, don't miss it at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 17th April.

The Magic of Motown

Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show returns to The Town House Hamilton on Friday 17th April!

Wild Heart of Nature - Showcase of Zaneta Threlfall

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre welcomes a showcase exhibition of award-winning Polish photographer Zaneta (Zan) Threlfall, from February to May!

PRIME Football Coaching look forward to hosting two week-long football camp during the Easter holidays to keep your players active, healthy, socialising and entertained!

Experience live music, powerful performances, and artwork as you enjoy the New Contemporaries Exhibition after dark in the stunning surroundings of the Royal Scottish Academy Galleries!

Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 17th April.

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Kings Theatre Kirkcaldy is thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Darren McGarvey for a sold-out, razor-sharp live show and book signing exploring his gripping new release, Trauma Industrial Complex!

St Andrews Heritage Museum & Garden are hosting holiday activities for all ages to enjoy including an Easter Trail, Fruit & Veg Block Printing and Storytelling & Badge Making!

Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and revealing dramas, there is something for everyone to tuck into at A Play, A Pie and A Pint at Oran Mor Glasgow - alongside pies and pints of course!

Much-loved tenor, Alfie Boe has announced a nationwide UK tour for 2026 including a night at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Friday 17th April!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Loch Lomond Shores between Tuesday 14th and Sunday 19th April!

Experience the stirring true story of the Boswell's Galloping Farmers in Gallipoli through Sound Escape Theatre's six-part audio drama bringing Alexander Barclay's long-lost WWI memoir to life!

ACCORD Hospice's Annual Art Exhibition returns - bigger and better than ever before - bringing together the best local and national artists to celebrate all forms of art and creativity!

Zyair Circus is coming to GRID, packed with fearless acrobats, jaw dropping stunts and non stop thrills for the whole family, this is edge of your seat entertainment you won't want to miss!

Inflatable Fun City returns with a brand new location... Barnhill Farm! Bounce, slide, and play all day in an exciting new space made for maximum fun!

Scottish accordionist and vocalist Calum MacPhail brings his latest theatre show to the Tolbooth stage on Friday 17th April.

Young Creatives at The Stirling Smith is an exhibition of portfolio artwork from the seven high schools across the region showcasing the extraordinary talent thriving within school art departments.