Events in Lanarkshire on 16 December 2025
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Events in Lanarkshire
Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings
Throughout the winter months you can visit Airdrie Observatory, one of only four observatories operating in the UK, on select evenings!
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An Audience with Charlie Lawson
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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Believe In Santa
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 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!
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Disco Buddies ASN Disco
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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Festive Magical Circus
Back by popular demand, with a whole new Christmas performance... Festive Magical Circus returns to M&Ds Scotland's Theme Park this November!
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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!
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Jack and the Beanstalk
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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Kilbryde Hospice Christmas Afternoon Tea
Step into a Winter Wonderland with Kilbryde Hospice's Christmas Afternoon Tea, hosted by Edward Reid, at the Alona Hotel on Tuesday 16th December!
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Little Red Riding Hood
This December, Studio 32 invites you to step into a world of festive fun as they bring the classic family pantomime Little Red Riding Hood to the stage in East Kilbride!
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M&D’s On Ice
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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North Pole Express
North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!
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Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Sandyholm
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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SKIRLING 750
Biggar Museum are hosting an exhibition to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the first recorded mention of Skirling village, exploring some of the key events in the village's history.
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Snow White
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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Snow White and the Seven Muppets
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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Valley View Winter Wonderland
Join Gouldings at Valley View for Winter Wonderland, their annual and award-winning magical Christmas experience for all the family!
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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:
Monteiths Bar Quiz Night
Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!
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The Community Hub Clarkston: Long Covid Peer Support Group
Living with Long Covid? Join The Community Hub Clarkston's Long Covid Peer Support Group and connect with others who understand your experiences.
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Hands On Heritage
Every month the team at East Renfrewshire Culture & Leisure's Heritage Collection will select some of their most interesting treasures and share the stories behind them at Hands On Heritage!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Festive Fun at Museum on the Mound
Museum on the Mound is delighted to be offering fun, free family-friendly activities, trails and handling tables throughout the Winter holidays.
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Royal Mile International Piano Series
Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer
Try it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Aladdin
Join Aladdin and his wonderfully daft family, the McSwankeys, as they set off on a bonkers Highland adventure in this Scottish take on the classic tale at The Byre Theatre St Andrews!
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Aladdin: Panto 2025
Step into a world of festive wishes, wits, and a whole lot of whoops at this brand-new version of Aladdin at the Adam Smith Theatre!
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Ya Wee Mammy McGoose
The Best Wee Panto in Scotland returns to the Kings Theatre Kirkcaldy with a Brand Spanking New Production that looks set to scale new Heights and become our Best Wee Panto Ever!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Fizzgig Theatre presents Hansel and Gretel - The Great British Cake Off
Join Fizzgig Theatre Company at Mugdock Country Park Theatre this Christmas for a deliciously daft adventure, jam packed with all their traditional festive fun!
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Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!
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The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters Talks
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters hold a monthly programme of talks at Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre between September and June... all welcome!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Sleeping Beauty
There is nothing quite like the joy of a pantomime and the Beacon Arts Centre are looking forward to welcoming you to Sleeping Beauty this festive season!
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Adult Art Classes
Come along to these welcoming weekly Adult Art Classes led by professional artists to learn new skills or develop existing ones!
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Mini Festive Paint by Numbers Evening
Don't miss a fun, lighthearted mini paint by numbers session at Harvies Bar in Paisley on Tuesday 16th December.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Christmas on the Farm
Join us for a Magical Adventure at Christmas as Santa and his elves return to Briarlands Farm again this year!
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A Blair Drummond Christmas
From the 29th of November to the 23rd of December, enjoy a full safari day out with all the animals you love – plus a sprinkle of festive magic at Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park!
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