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Events in Lanarkshire in August 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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Julie Keys Bumps Couples Workshop

Selected dates between 25th January 2025 - 8th November 2025

Julie Keys Bumps Couples Workshop is tailored to equip expecting mums and their birth partners with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate childbirth with confidence and positivity!

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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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LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 30th November 2025

LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at EK, East Kilbride, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!

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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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Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.

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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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Guided Meditation

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 16th October 2025

Meditation on Twin Hearts helps to flush out negative thoughts and emotions that congest our mind and body every day.

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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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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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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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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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Keep It Stonehouse Market

Selected dates between 10th May 2025 - 13th September 2025
Stonehouse

Don't miss the monthly Keep It Stonehouse Market, organised by Stonehouse Business Association for the people of Stonehouse and beyond, featuring a fantastic range of local stallholders!

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The Glasgow Chickens Touch Rugby

Selected dates between 13th May 2025 - 21st October 2025
Stepps

Come and join The Glasgow Chickens for a game of Touch Rugby every Tuesday on Stepps Playing Fields... it's fun, fast and fortunately not prone to many injuries!

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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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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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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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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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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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The Ultimate Irish Hooley

4th August 2025

Join Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for The Ultimate Irish Hooley at Cumbernauld Theatre on Monday 4th August!

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Dinosaur Adventure Live: The Big Jurassic Storm

7th August 2025

Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Lanark Memorial Hall!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland

8th August 2025

Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 8th August!

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LOL Comedy Airdrie with Des Clarke

9th August 2025

Bring It On Events brings LOL Comedy to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 9th August featuring Scott Forbes, John Gavin, Rob Kane and headliner Des Clarke!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: New Lanark Roof Garden

9th August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Created on the 9,000 square feet of roof on one of the mill buildings, New Lanark's amazing Roof Garden is the largest of its kind in Scotland and is one of their visitor highlights!

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Stonehouse Whisky Festival

9th August 2025

Off the back of the success of the inaugural event last year, Stonehouse Whisky Club are delighted to announce the return of the Stonehouse Whisky Festival on Saturday 9th August!

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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

9th August 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at East Kilbride Village Theatre!

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Celine - My Heart Will Go On

15th August 2025

Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On returns to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Friday 15th August!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobwood Cottage Garden

16th August 2025 - 17th August 2025
Forth

A four-times winner of West Lothian Gardener of the year, Jamie invites you to Stobwood Cottage. In just four years he has established a hugely impressive garden in the South Lanarkshire countryside!

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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

16th August 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Airdrie Town Hall!

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The Therapy Room Comedy Night

16th August 2025

The Therapy Room Comedy Night is returning to Airdrie Town Hall! Catch Phil Differ, Matt Price, Gavin Webster and Patrick Rolink live on Saturday 16th August!

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MacFloyd

21st August 2025

MacFloyd return to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Thursday 21st August with a special show celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd's classic album, Wish You Were Here!

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Inflatable 5K Motherwell

23rd August 2025

The UK's biggest and best Inflatable 5k course, featuring 30 massive obstacles, returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 23rd August!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland

24th August 2025

Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Sunday 24th August!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta

Selected dates between 26th August 2025 - 2nd September 2025

Little Sparta is Ian Hamilton Finlay's greatest work of art. Come and explore the grounds as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra - Rossini & Schubert

27th August 2025

Experience an evening of energy and elegance as Jakob Lehmann conducts the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in a concert that sparkles with wit and youthful charm at Airdrie Town Hall!

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St. Andrew’s Hospice 3 Peaks Challenge

28th August 2025 - 31st August 2025

St. Andrew's Hospice's 3 Peaks Challenge is an exhilarating adventure that takes participants to the highest peaks in Wales, England, and Scotland over an unforgettable long weekend.

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JJ Gilmour - Breaking the Silence

29th August 2025

For the first time in over 20 years, the former Silencers front man JJ Gilmour revisits the songs he sung with the band for a very special full band show at Airdrie Town Hall!

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The Naked Neds

29th August 2025

Hot off the heels of their sold-out 2024 tour, The Naked Neds are back! Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughter, tears, and maybe a few awkward moments with Paul, Jamie, Tony, Harry, and Bev!

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Up A Close

29th August 2025

Following a 2024 Spring and Autumn sell out run across Scotland, Kingsman Travelling Theatre Company is absolutely delighted to be bringing Up A Close, Joanna's Story to The Town House Hamilton!

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Cinema: André Rieu’s 2025 Maastricht Concert: Waltz the Night Away!

30th August 2025 - 31st August 2025

André Rieu's Waltz the Night Away!, an all-new summer concert captured live from the stunning Vrijthof Square in his beloved hometown of Maastricht, is coming to Airdrie Town Hall cinema!

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Jams for Yams

30th August 2025

Enjoy a night of music and entertainment to raise funds for You Are My Sunshine (YAMS) Mental Health Support and Suicide Awareness Charity.

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St Andrew’s Hospice Ben Nevis Challenge

30th August 2025

Join St Andrew's Hospice for their Ben Nevis Challenge this August and trek the UK's highest mountain with local guides!

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The McCommitments

30th August 2025

The Saviours of Soul are here... the hardest working band in showbusiness The McCommitments will headline Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 30th August!

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Totally Tina!

30th August 2025

Come shake a tail feather with the UK's supreme Tina tribute – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 30th August!

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Big Goldilocks and the 3 Bears Plus...

31st August 2025

Everything is in disguise and the story goes into the skies with this comical retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears at East Kilbride Arts Centre!

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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:

Giffnock Litter Pickers

Giffnock Litter Pickers

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 28th December 2025

Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!

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Karaoke Sundays With Dino

Karaoke Sundays With Dino

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

Join Dino Martino and some of the best singers and entertainers in Barrhead at the Arthurlie Inns for Karaoke Sundays With Dino!

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Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham

Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham

31st August 2025

Together, Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music, don't miss them live at Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 31st August!

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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:

Burns Night Hootenanny - Tam O’Shanter’s Big Scottish Sing-Along

Burns Night Hootenanny - Tam O’Shanter’s Big Scottish Sing-Along

Selected dates between 2nd August 2025 - 22nd August 2025

Let’s celebrate Robert Burns with a real Hootenanny – a Scottish party of words, music and song!

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Arthur’s Amble

Arthur’s Amble

Selected dates between 27th April 2025 - 28th September 2025

Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Edinburgh International Festival: Works and Days

Edinburgh International Festival: Works and Days

7th August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Birth, life and death converge at the heart of this visually spectacular performance, as theatre collective FC Bergman seeks the truth about our place in the wider world.

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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:

Lughnasadh Music & Arts Festival

Lughnasadh Music & Arts Festival

2nd August 2025

Forgan Arts Centre and Big Rock Records join forces again for the Lughnasadh Music & Arts Festival in the centre’s lush grounds and gardens on Saturday 2nd August.

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Foo Fifers

Foo Fifers

22nd August 2025

Don't miss a night of awesome Rock music when the Foo Fifers return to PJ Molloys on Friday 22nd August!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Harthill

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Harthill

6th January 2025 - 31st October 2025

Harthill Garden enjoys a tranquil setting in the hills just above Auchtermuchty with beautiful views.

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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:

Campaign Thursday

Campaign Thursday

Selected dates between 24th April 2025 - 18th December 2025

No room at home? We've got tables for that! Bring your party and Game Master to Top Hat & Bishop and enjoy your own tabletop RPG session at our cozy cafe!

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Divas Through The Decades Tribute Night

Divas Through The Decades Tribute Night

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 30th August 2025

Whether you strut like Tina Turner, can high kick like the Spice Girls or want belt out your inner Whitney Houston, Arta's Divas Through The Decades Tribute Night is sure to get you dancing!

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Spanish Conversation Classes

Spanish Conversation Classes

Selected dates between 13th May 2025 - 20th December 2025

The Language Cafe & Hub's language centre offers Spanish conversation classes for all levels and abilities.

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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:

Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure

Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure

16th August 2025

Join Fireman Sam at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 16th August as he sets out to rescue Norman and his friends on a camping adventure!

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Johnstone Burgh Ladies FC

Johnstone Burgh Ladies FC

Selected dates between 28th April 2025 - 29th December 2025

Johnstone Burgh Ladies are looking to recruit new players and build their squad. They are looking for players age 18+ of any ability who can join them for training on Monday evenings!

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Two Tribes

Two Tribes

15th August 2025 - 16th August 2025

Two Tribes is a comedic clash of tradition and ambition set in the heart of Glasgow's East End! Don't miss it at Paisley Arts Centre in 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:

Mosaic Masterclass with Oliver Budd: New Solutions for Seeing, Setting & Siting

Mosaic Masterclass with Oliver Budd: New Solutions for Seeing, Setting & Siting

21st August 2025 - 24th August 2025

In this four-day masterclass at Mosaic & Glass English mosaic artist and craftsman Oliver Budd will guide you to transpose an artwork or design into mosaic!

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Stone Setting in Wax

Stone Setting in Wax

30th August 2025

This one-day, intermediate-level class at Central Scotland School of Jewellery, is a perfect next step for jewellers who are already working in wax and want to expand their skills.

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Spoon Carving

Spoon Carving

31st August 2025

Join us for a fun filled Sunday spoon carving workshop with master wood-worker Louise Forbes, learning all the skills you need to carve your very own wooden spoon.

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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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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

5th August 2025 - 7th August 2025

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!

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Popular Events

Bank Holiday Duck Festival
Get ready for a brilliant day out at the New Lanark Duck Festival this Bank Holiday! It’s a blast for kids and families, with awesome activities, cool prizes, and nonstop fun.
RAER Alliance: Exclusive Summer Wine Tasting
You are cordially invited to Jackton Distillery on Saturday 19th July for a luxury tasting of their exclusive RAER Alliance wine range, held in the warm company of their consummate wine experts!
MusicFest Mainstage
Musicfest Mainstage is a family-friendly, one-day music festival being held within the grounds of the Uddingston Cricket Club on Saturday 6th September as part of the Bothwell Scarecrow Festival!
Calderstock
Come along to Calderglen Country Park for Calderstock... the annual afternoon of live music, dance and interactive entertainment for all the family to enjoy!
Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!

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