Events in Lanarkshire in December 2025
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Events in Lanarkshire
Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes
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
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
READ MOREStrathclyde Parkrun
Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!
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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
Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions on Mondays during term time and every Saturday!
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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
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!
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Chatelherault Market
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Music In Lanark
Music In Lanark return to Christ Church with their 2025/26 concert series featuring a selection of concerts held between September and May!
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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’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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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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Jack and the Beanstalk
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
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
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
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
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm!
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Cinderella
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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
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
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
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 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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ABBA - The Christmas Party
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
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
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
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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The Hikers - Cheerio The Noo
After 4 years together, and 3 years of performing consistently, The Hikers have decided it is now time for a break, don't miss their final show 'Cheerio The Noo' at ONE Church Scotland in December.
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Sunday Lunch with Santa
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
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!
READ MORESnow 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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Step Into Christmas
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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:
Muddy Monsters Club
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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Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies Support Group - Barrhead
Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies offer FREE breastfeeding support to families in the Greater Glasgow area, join them for their weekly support group at Dunterlie Resource Centre on Thursdays!
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ASN Makaton and Song Session with Glasgow Groovers
Join Glasgow Groovers at Sportykids Softplay for their regular themed ASN Makaton and Song Sessions!
READ MOREEvents in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Preserving for Christmas
Join the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.
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RSNO Season 25-26: Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto
Giedrė Šlekytė is our guide tonight and the wonderful Nemanja Radulović is the star in the heart-rending love song that is Tchaikovsky's ever-popular Violin Concerto.
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Back To The Future The Musical
Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical, landing at the Edinburgh Playhouse for 4 weeks as part of its first ever UK tour!
READ MOREEvents in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Christmas Rocks
Don't just dream of a magical Christmas - Experience it at Fife's Biggest Christmas Concert on 22nd December at St Andrews Town Hall!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart Matinee With Peter Whelan
Celebrate the full breadth of Mozart's musical glories at this sumptuous concert in the company of some passionate Mozartians.
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Fools Gold Indie Clubnight
Maracas at the ready as the Fools Gold Indie Clubnight returns to PJ Molloys on Friday 26th December!
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Stereolab
Influential alternative group Stereolab have announced a UK tour including a date at SWG3 Glasgow on Monday 8th December!
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Victoria Parkrun
Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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Victoria Junior Parkrun
Victoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Paisley Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!
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Erskine Arts Cinema Screenings
Erskine Arts are bringing affordable cinema to Renfrewshire! With a genre spanning line up of films from family sing-alongs to cult classics, there's something for everyone.
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Class Of ‘79
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!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Preschool Activities With Active Stirling
Come along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!
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Winterlight
The Albert Halls Stirling presents Winterlight – a dazzling new winter festival that will light up your December evenings with spectacular live music.
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Christmas Shopping Fayre
Stirling Castle is delighted to be bringing back their fantastically festive and incredibly popular Christmas Shopping Fayre on Tuesday 2nd December!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
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
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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