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Events in Lanarkshire in January 2026

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Events in Lanarkshire

Music In Lanark

Selected dates between 6th September 2025 - 30th April 2026

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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Caledonia Gladiators Basketball Game

Selected dates between 12th October 2025 - 19th April 2026

Looking for something different for your next family day? Swap the screens for live basketball entertainment and enjoy big energy, music, mascots and a safe crowd for all ages!

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Chair Yoga for Every Body

Selected dates between 7th November 2025 - 18th December 2026

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

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Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings

Selected dates between 11th November 2025 - 27th January 2026

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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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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New Year’s Day Carvery Dinner & Quiz

1st January 2026

After the excitement of New Year's Eve, kick off 2026 with a relaxing and fun-filled evening at the New Lanark Mill Hotel.

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Cordelia’s Potted Operas: An Evening of Song

10th January 2026

Australia's own Cordelia's Potted Opera's presents An Evening of Song, featuring favorites from opera, operetta, Gilbert & Sullivan plus a selection from the Scottish Opera Jeanie Deans.

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Blushing Brides Wedding Show Popinjay Hotel

11th January 2026

Join Blushing Brides for a day packed full of wedding inspiration at The Popinjay Hotel on Sunday 11th January!

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Cinema Live: La Traviata

Selected dates between 14th January 2026 - 18th January 2026

Heart-rending arias meet harsh realities in this captivating story. Don't miss a screening of the Royal Ballet and Opera's La Traviata at Airdrie Town Hall Cinema in January!

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Novice Dog Training Class

15th January 2026

Join Lynn from Pet Behaviour Scotland for the latest Novice Dog Training Class beginning on Thursday 15th January in Airdrie.

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Puppy Class: Training, Socialising & Advice

15th January 2026

Join Lynn from Pet Behaviour Scotland for the latest Puppy Socialising, Advice and Training Course beginning on Thursday 15th January in Airdrie.

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Absolute Elvis with Johnny Lee Memphis

16th January 2026

Scotland's very own multi-award winning Johnny Lee Memphis will be performing in the Absolute Elvis show when it returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 16th January!

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Bruce Fummey - Scotland Made The World

17th January 2026

Bruce Fummey, the comedian behind YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns with a new show. Expect laughs galore and quirky observations as Bruce explains how Scotland Made the World!

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James Gardner: Jockney Rebel

17th January 2026

James Gardner is one of Scotland’s most exciting new comedians, and he's coming to Cumbernauld with his smash-hit Edinburgh Fringe show 'Jockney Rebel'!

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Taylor Fever

17th January 2026

ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES! Alongside her incredible dancers, TAYLOR FEVER is taking UK and European Theatres by storm and for one night only returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 17th January!

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The Legends Of American Country Show

17th January 2026

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Lanark Memorial Hall for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Garfield House Hotel Wedding Show

18th January 2026

Planning your wedding and on the hunt for the perfect venue? Come along to Garfield House Hotel's Wedding Show on Sunday 18th January!

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The Legends Of American Country Show

18th January 2026

Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Airdrie Town Hall for a fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Cinema Live: NT Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Airdrie Town Hall!

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National Theatre Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Cumbernauld Theatre!

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A Date With The Everly Brothers

23rd January 2026

Hear all the classic hits like Bird Dog, Cathy's Clown and many more timeless songs when the UK's newest tribute to The Everly Brothers returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 23rd January!

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Beauty & The Beast - Adult Panto

24th January 2026

Packed with outrageous innuendo, dazzling drag, and more sass than you can shake a candle stick at don't miss adult panto, Beauty & The Beast, at Airdrie Town Hall!

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The Billy Joel Story

24th January 2026

Journey through the life and music of the 150 Million record-selling Piano Man in this uplifting show when it comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 24th January!

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The Radiohead Project

25th January 2026

The Radiohead Project is a stunning live tribute show that celebrates one of the greatest bands of all time... don't miss it at Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 25th January!

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R.E.M. - A Performance By STIPE

30th January 2026

STIPE are the definitive tribute to one of the biggest bands in rock music... R.E.M. Catch them live at Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 30th January!

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National Theatre Live: Hamlet

31st January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Biggar Corn Exchange!

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Showaddywaddy

31st January 2026

Don't miss 'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World', Showaddywaddy, when they return to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!

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The Taylor Swift Effect

31st January 2026

The Taylor Swift Effect, the UK's ultimate tribute to Taylor, is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!

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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:

National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire: Coffee Break

National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire: Coffee Break

Selected dates between 3rd December 2025 - 25th February 2026

Join National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire for their weekly Coffee Break in Giffnock offering peer support, socialising and signposting delivered by our local trained volunteers.

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An Evening With Celtic Legends Charlie Mulgrew and Kris Commons

An Evening With Celtic Legends Charlie Mulgrew and Kris Commons

29th January 2026

An Evening with Celtic Legends brings together two fan favourites, Charlie Mulgrew and Kris Commons, for an unforgettable night of football nostalgia at Eastwood Park Theatre!

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Cinema Screening: The Mastermind

Cinema Screening: The Mastermind

9th January 2026

Celebrated filmmaker Kelly Reichardt directs an unforgettable Josh O'Connor in The Mastermind, her latest Cannes triumph. Don't miss this special screening at Eastwood Park Theatre in January.

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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:

Sprogmanay

Sprogmanay

1st January 2026

Shimmy, sparkle, and sing your way into the New Year as Sprogmanay returns on New Year’s Day at the National Museum of Scotland.

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Rugby for Beginners

Rugby for Beginners

29th July 2025 - 28th April 2026

Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!

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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)

Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)

25th November 2025 - 25th November 2026

Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.

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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:

Anster Cinema: The Ballad of Wallis Island

Anster Cinema: The Ballad of Wallis Island

4th January 2026

Starring Tim Key, Tom Basden and Carey Mulligan, catch The Ballad of Wallis Island, screening at Anster Cinema on Sunday 4th January!

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Ya Wee Mammy McGoose

Ya Wee Mammy McGoose

4th December 2025 - 10th January 2026

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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RSNO: Viennese Gala

RSNO: Viennese Gala

4th January 2026

It simply wouldn’t be New Year without the music of Vienna’s most famous son Johann Strauss and his friends.

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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:

Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern and Danny Bradley

Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern and Danny Bradley

31st January 2026

This event brings together formidable talents for an evening of exquisite musicianship in The Mackintosh Church.

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Postnatal Pottery

Postnatal Pottery

Selected dates between 16th January 2026 - 20th March 2026

Postnatal Pottery is a weekly wellbeing-focused ceramic drop-in workshop for parents and babies at Art Space G41 beginning on Friday 16th January!

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The Conundrum: International Piping Night

The Conundrum: International Piping Night

24th January 2026

The Conundrum brings together leading exponents of the world’s great piping traditions in a unique celebration of shared heritage and musical innovation.

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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:

Boyle School of Irish Dance New Class

Boyle School of Irish Dance New Class

20th October 2025 - 20th October 2035

Is your little one ready to jump, hop, and dance their way into the wonderful world of Irish dancing? Join Boyle School of Irish Dance for their new classes in Paisley, beginning on 20th October!

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PACE presents Snow White

PACE presents Snow White

26th November 2025 - 5th January 2026

With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young people – PACE's panto, Snow White, is one not to miss!

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ASN Football

ASN Football

Selected dates between 18th June 2025 - 1st May 2026

Our ASN football sessions are open to individuals aged 16 and over. It offers regular training sessions and opportunities to participate in matches, all within a supportive and friendly environment.

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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:

Spoon Carving

Spoon Carving

11th January 2026

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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‘Waste Knot’ Crochet Pots

‘Waste Knot’ Crochet Pots

18th January 2026

Discover creative ways to use up your leftover yarn scraps with Central Scotland School of Craft's ‘Waste Knot’ Crochet Pots workshop on Sunday 18th January!

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Silver Sea Glass Rings

Silver Sea Glass Rings

24th January 2026 - 25th January 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a two-day silver sea glass rings workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create stunning jewellery.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Dawn Hollis: Mountains Before Mountaineering

Dawn Hollis: Mountains Before Mountaineering

28th January 2026

Dawn Hollis' talk tells a different story of intrepid travellers who climbed peaks and passes with fear and delight.

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Popular Events

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!
Strathaven Reindeer Day
Come along to Strathaven on Sunday 7th December from 11am for the annual visit from Santa and his team of reindeer!
Rottenrow-Ra Musical
Set to a soundtrack of big songs and occasional lullaby Rottenrow-Ra Musical is a hilarious and poignant musical comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles at The Town House Hamilton!
MacKinnon Mills Indoor Christmas Carnival
Santa arrives at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday 8th November opening his fabulous Grotto and Indoor Carnival which will run every weekend until Christmas!
Breast Cancer Now - Moving Forward Course
Breast Cancer Now know it's not always 'back to normal' when you finish hospital treatment for primary breast cancer, that's why their Moving Forward course is here.​

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