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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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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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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:

Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata

Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata

14th 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 Eastwood Park Theatre on Wednesday 14th January!

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Through The Decades Tribute Night

Through The Decades Tribute Night

31st January 2026

Get ready to sing and dance the night away to smash hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and more at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's Through The Decades Tribute Night on Saturday 31st January!

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The Show Must Go On

The Show Must Go On

24th January 2026

Starring award winning vocalist Angela Duncan, Kirk James, Mike Michaels, Carol Mac and host Gerry Harte, backed by a live band, this is a show not to be missed!

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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:

Museum Late: Big Burns Ceilidh

Museum Late: Big Burns Ceilidh

23rd January 2026

Enjoy a night like no other in the beautiful setting of the National Museum of Scotland at night as the fantastic Jacobites Ceilidh Band bring the Grand Gallery to life!

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Story Platform

Story Platform

Selected dates between 31st October 2025 - 27th March 2026

Story Platform is a monthly live event at The Gilded Saloon, created to uplift Scottish writers and performers through stand up, music, sketch comedy, and more!

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Public Lecture by Sir Steven Cowley

Public Lecture by Sir Steven Cowley

6th January 2026

Join the School of Physics and Astronomy at 50 George Square on Tuesday 6th January for a drinks reception followed by a lecture from Sir Steven Cowley!

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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:

80’s Live

80’s Live

24th January 2026

Get ready as we bring you the biggest party show to tour the UK - 80s Live! The ultimate 80s night out, so come dressed to impress as we spin you around and around for a night to remember!

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From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

18th October 2025 - 15th February 2026

Join us at Wardlaw Museum for this exhibition and uncover Scotland’s identity through the creativity of its artists!

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The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland - Kaleidoscope

The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland - Kaleidoscope

16th January 2026

Step into a world of musical colour and dazzling variety as the Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland presents Kaleidoscope at Carnegie Hall on 16th January!

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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:

Sing-a-Long-a Matilda

Sing-a-Long-a Matilda

10th January 2026

Calling all revolting children and their parents – come and be a little a bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda the Musical From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Frozen!

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Vicky Allan & Jackie Kemp: Take Me to The River

Vicky Allan & Jackie Kemp: Take Me to The River

29th January 2026

Co-authors Vicky Allan & Jackie Kemp discuss the myriad themes in this selection of joyful, immersive, and life-affirming writing about wild swimming.

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Become a Sports Massage Therapist

Become a Sports Massage Therapist

17th January 2026

Thinking of changing your career? Doing something you are REALLY interested in? Then begin your journey into helping others by becoming a Sports Massage Therapist!

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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:

January Ice Breaker Party with Aston Merrygold

January Ice Breaker Party with Aston Merrygold

31st January 2026

If you didn't get the chance to enjoy a well-deserved party in December, then join Ingliston for their January Ice Breaker Party with Aston Merrygold!

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North Sea, Nature Untamed - Film Screening

North Sea, Nature Untamed - Film Screening

17th January 2026

Join Refractive for a screening of the stunning documentary North Sea, Nature Untamed by director Mark Verkerk at The Wynd Centre on Saturday 17th January.

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Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Concerts

Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Concerts

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 18th April 2026

Throughout the year Paisley Abbey hosts a varied programme of Lunchtime Concerts by local musicians, singers and choral groups.

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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:

Nearly Elton

Nearly Elton

22nd January 2026

Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at The Albert Halls Stirling on Thursday 22nd January!

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Evening Course: Warm Glass with Una Galbraith

Evening Course: Warm Glass with Una Galbraith

14th January 2026

Discover the captivating art of warm glass fusing in this 4 week evening course with Una Galbraith on Wednesdays!

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Aerial Yoga

Aerial Yoga

14th April 2025 - 31st March 2026

Feeling inspired to try something new or expand your existing practice? Then join Andriani's Ahimsa Yoga at 3 Wellgreen Lane, Stirling for these Aerial Yoga classes on Mondays & Tuesdays!

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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

East Kilbride Village Christmas Lights Switch On
On Sunday 16th November, East Kilbride Village will host their annual Christmas Lights Switch On with an afternoon of festive entertainment featuring Clyde 1's Ali Wright and The MacDonald Brothers!
Lanark Christmas Market & Christmas Lights Switch On
Lanark's Christmas festivities kick off with the enormously popular Lanark Christmas Market on Saturday 15th November, culminating with the switch on of the town's festive lights by Santa!
Late Night Lanark & Illuminated Lanimer Parade
Late Night Lanark returns on Friday 28th November with the Lanimer Illuminated Parade, seasonal entertainment and late night opening in your favourite shops, cafes and eateries!
North Pole Express
North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!
The Stone Roses, Primal Scream, and Me: An Intimate Evening With Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield
The Stone Roses are one of the most iconic bands of the past 35 years, in this intimate show at Airdrie Town Hall, their bassist Mani will reflect on the band who redefined the British music scene!

Popular Listings

Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton