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Events in Lanarkshire in December 2025

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Events in Lanarkshire

Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes

Selected dates between 2nd December 2024 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Lanarkshire

The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at venues across Lanarkshire!

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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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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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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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

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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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Bookbug at Summerlee

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

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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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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Chatelherault Market

Selected dates between 12th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!

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Disco Buddies ASN Disco

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 30th December 2025

Disco Buddies host their ASN Disco every Tuesday at Westwood Parish Church in East Kilbride, it's a fun and safe environment to socialise with peers while enjoying a dance, bingo and raffles!

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Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain

Selected dates between 23rd January 2025 - 17th December 2025
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Pain Association Scotland run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.

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Live Music Sundays

Selected dates between 26th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Join Joe Gallacher and Daniel Rooney for some live music at ORA Bar as part of their Live Music Sundays!

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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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Lanark Market Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 9th February 2025 - 14th December 2025

An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 1pm!

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Allsorts Youth Group

Selected dates between 2nd March 2025 - 21st December 2025

Allsorts Club is a new Sunday Youth Group for children taking place at Hamilton South Parish Church from Sunday 2nd March.

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The Mini Guns

Selected dates between 13th April 2025 - 7th December 2025

Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take to the stage at The Drumclog Inn in Strathaven!

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Goblins & Gubbins Tabletop Gaming Club

Selected dates between 10th August 2025 - 28th December 2025

North Lanarkshire's Tabletop Gaming Club Goblins & Gubbins is held fortnightly on Sundays in Coatbridge, covering all fantasy, historical, sci-fi tabletop, RPG and boardgames!

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North Pole Express

15th November 2025 - 17th January 2026

North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!

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Baltic

22nd November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Packed with cool tunes, snowballing laughs and plenty of chances to shout out, Baltic is a heartwarming festive adventure for the whole family at Cumbernauld Theatre!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Sandyholm

23rd November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Sandyholm, and this year it's even more magical!

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Valley View Winter Wonderland

23rd November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Join Gouldings at Valley View for Winter Wonderland, their annual and award-winning magical Christmas experience for all the family!

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Jack and the Beanstalk

26th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO and New College Lanarkshire proudly present Jack and the Beanstalk at The Town House Hamilton this festive season!

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Snow White

28th November 2025 - 31st December 2025

Spillers Pantomimes and North Lanarkshire Council will bring their annual pantomime for the first time to Airdrie Town Hall this festive season!

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Christmas at New Lanark

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Step into the magic of the season at New Lanark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as it's transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas at New Lanark 2025!

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M&D’s On Ice

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

M&Ds on Ice is undercover at M&D's Scotland's Theme Park. Make memories with family and friends... the perfect festive day out!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm!

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Cinderella

4th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

You're invited to the ball! Join Lanark Panto Club for a sparkling, fun-filled production of the classic fairy tale Cinderella – packed with laughter, magic, music, and plenty of panto mischief!

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ABBA Christmas Tribute Night

5th December 2025

Get ready to say 'Mamma Mia!' this festive season as Diamonds In The Community welcome back An ABBA Dream to Airdrie for the ultimate festive party!

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Believe In Santa

5th December 2025 - 24th December 2025

A magical Christmas experience for all the family, this year M&D's Theme Park's 'Believe in Santa' is BIGGER, BETTER, and with MORE SPARKLE than ever before!

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Christmas Party Nights

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 20th December 2025

Celebrate the festive season in style with friends, family, or colleagues. New Lanark Mill Hotel's Christmas Party Nights are the perfect way to make this holiday season unforgettable!

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The Therapy Room Comedy Night

5th December 2025

The Therapy Room Comedy Night is returning to Airdrie Town Hall! Catch Mick McNeil, John Gavin, John Ross and Patrick Rolink live on Friday 5th December!

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André Rieu’s Christmas Concert: Merry Christmas

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Join André Rieu for his 2025 Christmas Concert – 'Merry Christmas' and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes, and plenty of surprises – it's the ultimate Christmas cinema event!

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Taff Rapids

6th December 2025

50rpm are delighted to welcome the renowned Welsh high-octane Blugrass quartet Taff Rapids to the Georgian Hotel for a special all-ages afternoon show on Saturday 6th December!

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The Great Baldini’s Family Magic Show

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Legendary magician the Great Baldini tells the story of his (and Baldwin the magical dog's) life from his first trick to the height of their careers – attempting Houdini's greatest escape!

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Puss In Boots

8th December 2025 - 12th December 2025

Whether you're 1 or 101, this Puss In Boots at East Kilbride Village Theatre promises festive fun for all the family and features a knockout cast fae off the telly!

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Cinema: The Nutcracker

Selected dates between 10th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet – and makes for a delicious seasonal treat for all the family!

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Jack and the Beanstalk

10th December 2025 - 23rd December 2025

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO and New College Lanarkshire proudly present Jack and the Beanstalk at Rutherglen Town Hall this festive season!

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Carols By Candlelight

11th December 2025

Join New Lanark Mill Hotel for an evening of festive cheer, wonderful music, and a cozy candlelit atmosphere, it's the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends and family!

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SL Harmonics Christmas Concert

11th December 2025

Launching Low Parks Museum's festivities is the annual Christmas Concert courtesy of SL Harmonics... an evening of choral entertainment with something for everyone!

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Ho Ho Ho-Down

12th December 2025

Saddle up for a rootin' tootin' Christmas celebration like no other at The Salmon Leap's Ho Ho Ho-Down on Friday 12th December!

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Snow Play

12th December 2025 - 24th December 2025

What would you do if one year Winter decided to stay and moved into your house? Find out when Snow Play, a show for little ones, comes to Cumbernauld Theatre!

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Snow White and the Seven Muppets

12th December 2025 - 13th December 2025

From the producers that brought you last years smash hit 'A Crackin' Christmas Carol' Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd proudly present Snow White and the Seven Muppets!

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ABBA - The Christmas Party

13th December 2025

Join the team at The Salmon Leap for a dazzling night of disco, sparkle, and non-stop ABBA hits, brought to life by an incredible live ABBA tribute duo, on Saturday 13th December!

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Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh

13th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join the RSPB to enjoy a seasonal wander around Baron's Haugh to gather all kinds of natural craft materials and make your own festive wreath!

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Michelle McManus’ Winter Wonderland

13th December 2025

Michelle McManus' Winter Wonderland is back for 2025 so get ready to shake your Christmas baubles with Yuletide glee and book now for all the festive cheer you'll need this December!

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National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step

13th December 2025

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play The Fifth Step.

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Sunday Lunch with Santa

14th December 2025

Bring your family for a joyful afternoon filled with festive cheer, delicious food, and a special visit from Santa at New Lanark Mill Hotel!

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An Audience with Charlie Lawson

16th December 2025

Exciting news for Coronation Street fans! Charlie Lawson the star actor that played Jim McDonald is bringing his brand new show to Cumbernauld New Town Hall on Tuesday 16th December!

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Snow White and the Seven Muppets

16th December 2025 - 29th December 2025

From the producers that brought you last years smash hit 'A Crackin' Christmas Carol' Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd proudly present Snow White and the Seven Muppets!

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Step Into Christmas

18th December 2025

This Christmas concert feel good show at Lanark Memorial Hall, brings all the magic of the season to life, with all you favourite songs, you will know and love!

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A Very Bublé Christmas

19th December 2025

Immerse yourself in the smooth, sounds of Michael Bublé for an unforgettable celebration at Lanark Memorial Hall that will leave you feeling set up for a Holly Jolly Christmas!

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JJ Gilmour: Jinky Bells

19th December 2025

Internationally acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter JJ Gilmour returns to Airdrie Town Hall for his annual festive show, Jinky Bells, on Friday 19th December!

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Abba-Merry Christmas

20th December 2025

It's time to 'Take a Chance' on a night filled with all your favourite ABBA hits when the stars of Thank You For The Music bring ABBA-Merry Christmas to The Town House Hamilton!

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Christmas Party Comedy Show

20th December 2025

Join Breakneck Comedy for the funniest Christmas party in town, featuring Chris Forbes, Jack Traynor and Scott Forbes at Cumbernauld New Town Hall on Saturday 20th December!

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The Snowman

20th December 2025

Lanark Memorial Hall will host a special screening of the classic animated film The Snowman with live musical accompaniment from Kirkintilloch Brass Band on Saturday 20th December!

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It’s a Wonderful Life

22nd December 2025

Enjoy Frank Capra's 1946 classic feel-good movie It's a Wonderful Life at Lanark Memorial Hall on Monday 22nd December!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Hogmanay Party

29th December 2025

Join Artie at The Town House Hamilton for his special Hogmanay Party show! It's a joyful musical celebration that kids and parents alike will love.

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Hogmanay Gala Dinner & Ball

31st December 2025

Experience the pinnacle of New Year's revelry at New Lanark Mill Hotel's renowned Hogmanay Ball with live entertainment, piper at The Bells and a fireworks display!

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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:

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

13th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!

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Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes

Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes

Selected dates between 2nd December 2024 - 29th December 2025

The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at Newton Mearns Parish Church!

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Muddy Monsters Club

Muddy Monsters Club

Selected dates between 13th March 2025 - 11th December 2025

Muddy Monsters a nature club for 2-5 year olds ran by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers held every month between March and December!

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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:

Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025

Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.

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Edinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra @ Music on the Mezzanine

Edinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra @ Music on the Mezzanine

6th December 2025

Catch the Edinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra when they play Edinburgh Central Library as part of Music on the Mezzanine on Saturday 6th December!

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The Carpenters At Christmas

The Carpenters At Christmas

7th December 2025

Join us the Howden Park Centre on 7th December for an afternoon of Christmas melodies courtesy of the talented Sing a Song and enjoy a 3 course Festive lunch!

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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:

Christmas Party Comedy Show

Christmas Party Comedy Show

12th December 2025

Join Breakneck Comedy for the funniest Christmas party in town, featuring Des Clarke, Jack Traynor, Joe Heenan and Chris Forbes at Baldridgeburn Community Centre on Friday 12th December!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Dunfermline

Santa Paws at Dobbies Dunfermline

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Dunfermline!

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St Andrews Market

St Andrews Market

Selected dates between 1st January 2025 - 6th December 2025

Come along to the monthly St Andrews, South Street Market with its independent producers and creatives!

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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:

The Gift

The Gift

6th December 2025 - 28th December 2025

This festive show at the Citizens Theatre will ignite a playfulness, inspiring children and their families to find new games together when it's their turn to open gifts!

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808 State: ex : el - Live

808 State: ex : el - Live

5th December 2025

Electronic music legends 808 State head to SWG3 Glasgow on Friday 5th December 2025 performing their seminal album ex : el in full!

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Marconi Union

Marconi Union

6th December 2025

Manchester's Marconi Union have forged their own path with a succession of strong albums and carefully selected live performances. Catch them at Nice N Sleazy on Saturday 6th December!

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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:

The Gleniffer Singers Christmas Concert

The Gleniffer Singers Christmas Concert

12th December 2025

Come and join the Gleniffer Singers for this year's Christmas Concert being held at Holy Trinity & St Barnabas Church on Friday 12th December!

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Class Of ‘79

Class Of ‘79

21st December 2025

In their first ever Scottish appearance, the time-served stalwarts of punk and new wave supergroup, Class Of '79, will take you on a fast blast down memory lane!

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Board Games Session

Board Games Session

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

Do you love playing board games but have no one to play them with? Come along to Harvies Bar and play board games with some like minded individuals!

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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:

Bublé by Candlelight

Bublé by Candlelight

14th December 2025

Featuring Josh Hindle, come and experience a beautiful, romantic and festive evening where you will be taken on a trip through Michael Bublé’s Christmas and greatest hits throughout the years!

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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith

The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith

1st March 2023 - 1st January 2028

This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.

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Santa Lunch at Stirling Court Hotel

Santa Lunch at Stirling Court Hotel

Selected dates between 7th December 2025 - 24th December 2025

Join us this year at Stirling Court Hotel to create special memories for your little ones in a relaxed, fun and fuss-free environment as we welcome Santa back to the Stirling Court Hotel!

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

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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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Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 20th December 2025

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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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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Christmas Party Comedy Show

Christmas Party Comedy Show

11th December 2025

Join Breakneck Comedy for the funniest Christmas party in town, featuring Des Clarke, Laura Quinn Goh, Joe Heenan and Chris Forbes at The Park Hotel, Kilmarnock on Thursday 11th December!

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Popular Events

Puppy Class: Training, Socialising & Advice
Join Pet Behaviour Scotland for their latest Puppy Socialising, Advice and Training Course beginning on Thursday 18th September in Airdrie.
Christmas at New Lanark
Step into the magic of the season at New Lanark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as it's transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas at New Lanark 2025!
Black Ball Final - 40th Anniversary Tour
Come and join Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor at The Town House Hamilton as they recreate the match that gripped a nation... the 1985 World Snooker Final!
MTDA Performing Arts Presents Jack and the Beanstalk
MTDA Performing Arts return to East Kilbride Village Theatre with Jack and the Beanstalk... a giant tale of magic, mayhem and moo-ving adventures!
Coatbridge Community Fun Day
A day of free fun for the local community is being held at Coatbridge's West End Park on Saturday 6th September!

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