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Days Out events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch

2nd June 2024 - 2nd June 2025

Join Newmains & District Gala Day on Sunday 2nd June for The Big Lunch, a fantastic community event for the whole family featuring inflatables, races, stalls and more!

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Time Quest

5th July 2024 - 1st September 2024

This summer, embark on an unforgettable adventure with your family and friends on New Lanark's interactive Heritage trail, Time Quest!

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Big Kid Circus: Lanark

23rd July 2024 - 28th July 2024

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at at Lanark Auction Market between 23rd and 28th July!

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Pride South Lanarkshire

26th July 2024 - 27th July 2024
Hamilton

Returning for 2024, Pride South Lanarkshire will be a vibrant two-day celebration of LGBTQ+ culture taking place in Hamilton Town Centre on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th July!

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Boujee Brunch Sponsored by Tequila Rose

27th July 2024

Boujee Brunch returns to Rocca Hamilton, enjoy two courses and a cocktail plus live music from Rocca's original Boujee Bros Crookysax and DJ Feezer!

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East Kilbride Farm Show

27th July 2024

The annual East Kilbride Farm Show will will return to West Nerston Farm on Saturday 27th July, it's a great day out for all the family!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Calderglen Family Run of Colour

28th July 2024

Take a unique, colourful walk, jog or run, through some of the beautiful grounds of Calderglen Country Park at the Family Run of Colour on Sunday 28th July!

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Circus Montini: East Kilbride

30th July 2024 - 1st August 2024

Circus Montini present a fast-paced production packed full of comedy, juggling, balancing, acrobatics, stunts and more at The Show Park East Kilbride between 30th July and 1st August!

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Gig In The Grounds

2nd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

The popular weekend family music festival, Gig In The Grounds, is set to return in August with a whole host of live bands, solo artists, kids entertainment and activities for all the family!

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Circus Montini: Clyde Valley Family Park

3rd August 2024 - 8th August 2024

Circus Montini present a fast-paced production packed full of comedy, juggling, balancing, acrobatics, stunts and more at Clyde Valley Family Park between 3rd & 8th August!

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Taste Lanarkshire - Food and Drink Weekend

3rd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

SHS Events are bringing a Taste of Lanarkshire to the David Livingstone Centre. Sample the very best of what the area has to offer on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th August!

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National Play Day

7th August 2024

Join us in celebrating children's right to play with a fun filled day including stories, face painting, outdoor games, arts and crafts and all the usual Summerlee fun!

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Community Day

9th August 2024

David Livingstone Birthplace is hosting their annual Community Day on Friday 9th August celebrating Culture, Community & Creativity!

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BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival

10th August 2024

Scotland's hottest brunch party just got even BIGGER! BOOZéBRUNCH returns to Chatelherault Park for Scotland's biggest brunch festival!

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Biggar Rally

11th August 2024

The Albion Trust's Biggar Rally becomes more popular each year and 2024 will be no exception, make sure you don't miss the 49th edition on Sunday 11th August!

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Slainte Strathaven Beer, Rum and Gin Festival

17th August 2024

Join Strathaven & District Round Table for their Slainte Strathaven Beer, Rum and Gin Festival at Strathaven Scout and Guide Hall on Saturday 17th August!

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Strathaven Balloon Festival

23rd August 2024 - 25th August 2024

The annual Strathaven Balloon Festival returns for 2024 taking place on the weekend of August 23rd to 25th in Strathaven's John Hastie Park!

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Lavish Ladies Day

25th August 2024

Get ready for an afternoon of elegance and entertainment at Kilbryde Hospice's Lavish Ladies Day at St Columbkille's Church Hall on Sunday 25th August!

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Quarriers Golf Day 2024

30th August 2024

Quarriers Golf Day is always a day to remember and this year they're returning to Cathkin Braes, the oldest golf course in Glasgow!

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Lanarkshire Police Open Day

31st August 2024

Police Scotland Lanarkshire are holding their annual family friendly Open Day of the station in Motherwell on Saturday 31st August!

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MooFest

14th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

MooFest is back! This weekend of cattle-inspired activities, talks and tastings at the National Museum of Rural Life will a-moo-se young and old alike!

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Cumbernauld 10K

15th September 2024

The ever popular Cumbernauld 10K returns for 2024 to Broadwood Stadium on Sunday 15th September!

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Lanark Car Show

28th September 2024
Lanark

Lanark Car Show will return to Lanark Town Centre on Saturday 28th September featuring a selection of memorable vehicles from the 1930s right through to current models!

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Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s

5th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

The annual Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s is a fantastic experience for the whole family featuring Pumpkin picking, Halloween themed games, spooky storytelling and more!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

6th October 2024

Taking place in the stunning grounds of Chatelherault, Mud Madness involves mud runs, water slides, obstacles and even a dip in the River Avon – great fun for all ages!

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Days Out Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Busby Arts Festival

Busby Arts Festival

6th September 2024 - 8th September 2024

Busby Arts Festival will bring the community of Busby together with a weekend-long celebration of the visual and performing arts!

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Barrhead’s Big Bounce

Barrhead’s Big Bounce

10th August 2024

On Saturday 10th August, join the All About Barrhead team in Centenary Park for a full day of inflatable fun at Barrhead's Big Bounce!

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Auchenback Active Limited Community Safety Family Fun Day

Auchenback Active Limited Community Safety Family Fun Day

8th August 2024

Auchenback Active are holding their fantastic annual Community Safety Event on Thursday 8th August at Auchenback Resource Centre, Barrhead!

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Days Out Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Truckfest Scotland

Truckfest Scotland

3rd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 3rd and 4th August, it's a great day out for the family!

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Hands On History

Hands On History

Selected dates between 8th July 2024 - 26th August 2024

Join us in the Family Room at The Palace of Holyroodhouse to get up close to some historical and replica objects.

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The Polar Express™ Train Ride Edinburgh

The Polar Express™ Train Ride Edinburgh

29th November 2024 - 23rd December 2024

This November and December join us on board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride when it returns to Waverley Station!

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Days Out Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast

28th November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Byre Theatre and Bard in the Botanics are delighted to present the 2024 St Andrews Panto 'Beauty and the Beast'!

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Lughnasadh Music & Arts Festival

Lughnasadh Music & Arts Festival

3rd August 2024

Forgan Arts Centre and Big Rock Records join forces to bring you a new music and arts festival in the centre’s lush grounds and gardens on Saturday 3rd August.

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Anstruther Harbour Festival

Anstruther Harbour Festival

30th August 2024 - 1st September 2024

The Anstruther Harbour Festival returns for 2024 between 30th August and 1st September with a host of fun filled family events - don't miss it!

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Days Out Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Govanhill International Festival and Carnival

Govanhill International Festival and Carnival

1st August 2024 - 11th August 2024

The Govanhill International Festival and Carnival 2024 returns for its 8th year, celebrating creativity, solidarity, and liberation, from Thursday 1st August to Sunday 11th August!

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Clydebuilt Festival

Clydebuilt Festival

7th September 2024 - 8th September 2024

Back for 2024, the Clydebuilt Festival will return to the Riverside Museum and on the Clyde on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th September!

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Free Family Day Out to Whitelee Windfarm

Free Family Day Out to Whitelee Windfarm

2nd August 2024

Families with children over 5 in the Glasgow City Council postcode can join Bridging The Gap for a free family day trip to Whitelee Windfarm, the UK's largest offshore windfarm on Eaglesham Moor.

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Days Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Ardgowan Distillery Open Day

Ardgowan Distillery Open Day

7th September 2024

The second annual Ardgowan Distillery Open Day will be held on Saturday 7th September, come along and find out about Inverkip's very own Single Malt Scotch Whisky distillery!

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XSite Fest

XSite Fest

27th July 2024 - 28th July 2024

Following its success last year, XSite Braehead has announced the return of its summer festival, XSite Fest, a weekend long celebration packed with a host of fun activities for the whole family!

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Kilmacolm Farm Tours

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

1st May 2024 - 30th September 2024

Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!

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Days Out Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Stirling Whisky Festival 2024

Stirling Whisky Festival 2024

2nd November 2024

Stirling Whisky Festival welcomes distilleries from all over to celebrate with over 100 drams to sample, it's a whisky connoisseur dream!

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Open Day at Creagan House Retreat Centre

Open Day at Creagan House Retreat Centre

3rd August 2024

Creagan House Retreat Centre & Healing School, in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, is holding an Open Day on Saturday 3rd August - all welcome!

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Bubbleologist

Bubbleologist

3rd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

Join us at Affinity Sterling Mills for the Bubbleologists 40 minute outdoor displays on 3rd & 4th August!

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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 7th January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

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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Circus Montini: Beith

Circus Montini: Beith

26th July 2024 - 28th July 2024
Beith

Circus Montini present a fast-paced production packed full of comedy, juggling, balancing, acrobatics, stunts and more at Orr's Trust Park, Beith between 26th and 27th July!

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Kelburn School Of Sorcery

Kelburn School Of Sorcery

2nd August 2024 - 11th August 2024

Step into a world of magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!

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Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green

Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green

7th August 2024 - 12th August 2024
Ayr

Zippos Circus returns to Ayr's Low Green between Wednesday 7th and Monday 12th August with their all-new 2024 production, Magnificent!

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Picnic in the Park

Picnic in the Park

8th August 2024

Join Kilwinning Community Events on Thursday 8th August for Picnic in the Park featuring free activities for all the family!

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Fresh Ayr Folk Fest

Fresh Ayr Folk Fest

9th August 2024 - 11th August 2024
Ayr

Fresh Ayr Folk Fest, will showcase an array of incredible live entertainment, family-friendly activities, fantastic food and drinks when it returns to Ayr Town Centre in August!

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Brodick Highland Games

Brodick Highland Games

10th August 2024
Brodick

The 2024 Brodick Highland Games will be held at Ormidale Park on Saturday 10th August, they're a great day out for all the family!

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Ayr & District Flower Show

Ayr & District Flower Show

16th August 2024 - 17th August 2024

The annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a sixth year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th August!

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The Big Wag

The Big Wag

1st September 2024

Join Saving and Rehoming Strays SCIO for The Big Wag, a charity dog show and reunion open to all, at Muirmill Equestrian Centre on Sunday 1st September!

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The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

6th September 2024 - 7th September 2024
Ayr

The action-packed International Ayr Show Festival of Flight will take place at Ayr Shore Front on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th September!

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Arran Festival of Food and Drink

Arran Festival of Food and Drink

13th September 2024 - 22nd September 2024
Brodick

The Isle of Arran is looking forward to holding its third festival of food and drink that celebrates the local produce that comes from the island's unique terroir and micro-climate!

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WinterStorm

WinterStorm

28th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

WinterStorm is a four day celebration of classic rock, metal, blues and more held in Troon Concert Hall on the west coast of Scotland since 2016!

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Kelburn Garden Party

Kelburn Garden Party

3rd July 2025 - 7th July 2025

The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!

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Popular Events

Pride South Lanarkshire
Returning for 2024, Pride South Lanarkshire will be a vibrant two-day celebration of LGBTQ+ culture taking place in Hamilton Town Centre on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th July!
Gig In The Grounds
The popular weekend family music festival, Gig In The Grounds, is set to return in August with a whole host of live bands, solo artists, kids entertainment and activities for all the family!
Big Kid Circus: Lanark
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at at Lanark Auction Market between 23rd and 28th July!
The Cantabile Ensemble presents a Summer Serenade
The Cantabile Choral Ensemble, a small group of female singers based in Lanarkshire, will be holding their annual summer concert in St Bride's Church, Bothwell on Friday 23rd August!
Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays, Chatelherault Market showcases the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!

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