Days Out events in Lanarkshire
View all the upcoming Days Out events taking place throughout Lanarkshire below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Lanarkshire
Pirate Adventures at Scotland’s Theme Park
Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are being invited to Set Sail this summer for some swashbuckling pirate themed fun weekends!
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Rock & Roll Rampage
Rock n Roll Rampage, Scotland's premier Rock n Roll festival, returns for its fifth year to Gartcosh Social Club on Saturday 2nd July!
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Scotia Cat Fanciers Cat Show
Scotia Cat Fanciers will be holding their annual Championship Cat Show at Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 9th July!
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Revive Festival
Don't miss a fun filled weekend when the Revive Festival comes to East Kilbride Arts Centre on the 15th - 17th July!
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Youth Open Day
David Livingstone Birthplace will host its first ever Youth Open Day on Friday 22nd July featuring food and refreshments, live music, workshops and more!
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Play Time!
To celebrate Play Day 2022, David Livingston Birthplace are teaming up with Operation Play Outdoors to bring a day of fun activities for everyone to get involved in!
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The Big Family Festival
The BIG Family Festival, at Strathclyde Country Park, is new for 2022 and invites families to end their summer with a bang on 6th & 7th August!
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New Lanark’s Dog’s Day Out
New Lanark is hosting a Dog's Day Out on the 13th & 14th August... it's going to be a barking day out for all!
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MusicFest Mainstage
Musicfest Mainstage is family-friendly, one-day music festival being held within the grounds of the Uddingston Cricket Club on Saturday 10th September as part of the Bothwell Scarecrow Festival!
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Cumbernauld 10K
The ever popular Cumbernauld 10K returns for 2022 to Broadwood Stadium on Sunday 11th September!
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Carluke Jam & Ham Festival
The Carluke Jam & Ham Festival is a festival of food and music, celebrating the towns rich history in food products!
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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness
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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Cinderella
Motherwell Theatre have once again teamed up with Spillers Pantomimes to bring their production of Cinderella to the venue this Christmas!
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GinFall Festival Hamilton
Now established as THE BIGGEST One Day Gin Festival in Scotland, GinFall returns to the Hamilton Town House on Saturday 19th November for a Christmas Extravaganza of Gin, Live Music & Cocktails!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Eaglesham Beer Festival
Eaglesham's first and only beer festival returns on Saturday 9th July... now an annual event offering craft beer, fine wines, thirst-quenching cider, great food and live entertainment!
Wimbledon: The Finals!
Witness all the Wimbledon Finals action at Greenbank Garden on the 9th and 10th of July! Relax in the gorgeous Below Canvas Tipi and watch the matches on the 12ft LED screen!
Dalmeny Ladies Day
Join Dalmeny Park House Hotel for the ultimate day out! Gather the girl squad and get ready to have an amazing time!
Foodies Festival Glasgow
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music is coming to Rouken Glen Park in August!
Giffnock Beer Festival
The annual Giffnock Beer Festival returns for a seventh outing to GHA Rugby Club on Saturday 27th August!
SaReGa Concert
Don't miss a performance of Sufi songs, Ghazals, Folk and Indian Classical music at Eastwood Park Theatre, Giffnock on Sunday 28th August!
Canine Capers - CANCELLED
Canine Capers is a fun annual event, especially for dogs and their owners, organised by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers!
Giffnock Village Classic Car Show
Take to the streets for the annual Giffnock Village Classic Car Show on Saturday 3rd September - and remember to bring along the family!
The Wizard of Oz
Eastwood Park Theatre in association with Spillers Pantomimes will present an adventure somewhere over the rainbow this festive season!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore! The Fore Play Crazy Golf team have launched another cracking venue to eat, drink, play and up your selfie game in the heart of the Capital!
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
Dancing Queen Brunch
Join The Liquor & Brunch Squad in Revolutions, Chambers Street for Edinburgh's exclusive Dancing Queen Brunch!
Masterpieces Family Trail
Explore the Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace exhibition with the help of a fun family trail at The Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Dinosaurs!
Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean
Come and visit Humbie Dean, a two-acre ornamental and woodland garden sandwiched between two burns at 600 feet with interest throughout a long season!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings
This long garden in a corner site of Glassel Park Estate is planted mostly by plant type with water features and an unheated conservatory contains cacti and insectivorous plants.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
Take The High Road
Join a Ranger on a guided walk around Holyrood Park's High Road. Enjoy spectacular views and hear fascinating tales from Holyrood's past!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Moray Place and Bank Gardens
Visit the amazing communal gardens for the Residents of the Moray Estate. Between them they stretch over 9 acres offering an atmosphere of tranquillity within the city centre!
Festival Village: Waverley
The Pop-Up Pro's are bringing their popular food market and beer garden, Festival Village, to the rooftop at Waverley Mall once again this Summer!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Longwood
Visit Longwood, an extensive, long-established country garden at 800 feet, undergoing renewal. There are ducks and hens, stream and ponds as well as areas of wild garden.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
A large, formal lily pond now forms the focal point in front of the house. There is a large pond, another lily pond and a woodland garden with a burn running through.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Fairnielaw
Visit Fairnielaw with its mixture of both formal and wild areas with beautiful views towards Traprain Law and the Garleton Hills at the highest point!
Disney’s The Lion King
The story of THE LION KING is miraculously brought to life using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's journey to fulfil his destiny as King of the Pridelands.
Paddington ‘Marmalade Messiness’
Paddington ‘Marmalade Messiness’ is an outdoor adventure for families who love to immerse themselves in storytelling, theatre and puppetry, suitable for all ages.
Big Kid Circus: Musselburgh
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show MAYHEM! Catch them at Fisherrow Links, Musselburgh between the 22nd and 26th June!
Circus Vegas: Hunters Hall Park Edinburgh
Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK in 2022 and comes to Hunters Hall Park, Edinburgh from 22nd to 28th June!
The Royal Highland Show
One of Scotland's most iconic events, The Royal Highland Show, returns to the Royal Highland Centre between the 23rd and 26th June 2022!
Edinburgh Colour Bomb Carnival
Taylor’s of Edinburgh return to Sighthill Public Park with their popular annual Edinburgh Colour Bomb Carnival between Friday 24th June and Saturday 9th July!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bonnington House by Jupiter Artland
The gardens at Bonnington House were designed by Nicky Wilson and Arabella Lennox-Boyd, comprising a parterre, laburnum arch, labyrinth, terrace gardens, a lawn tennis court and swimming pool.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gullane House
Gullane House is a traditional walled garden of three acres including a lily pond, a rose and lavender garden, a selection of fruit trees and magnificent, mature trees thoughout the garden.
Summertime Discoveries at Almond Valley
Throughout the school summer holiday, there's even more going on Almond Valley as our programme of Summer Discoveries unfolds!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 5 Greenbank Crescent
5 Greenbank Crescent is a newly designed, sloping terraced garden with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentlands.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Claremont
Claremont is an eclectic garden created over the past 18 years. There are three ponds (one very large), a rockery, a dovecot, rose patio and a few interesting trees including a grand monkey puzzle.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Even More Gardens of the Lower New Town
Not to be missed - A fascinating variety of horticulture creations bringing fresh air and wildlife into the heart of the city!
Summer by the Sea!
Come and discover the UK’s Best Attraction (Which? Magazine), The Royal Yacht Britannia this summer!
The Nickelodeon Experience
Nickleodeon Experience announces a nationwide outdoor adventure tour bringing fans' favourites shows to life this summer, kicking off in Saughton Park, Edinburgh from 1st to 14th July!
Jurassic Encounter
Jurassic Encounter is coming to Newhailes Newhailes House and Gardens this summer with an interactive installation of 50 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs!
Spectacular Jousting
Hear the thunder of hooves and the clashing of lances at the annual jousting tournament at Linlithgow Palace on 2nd and 3rd July!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stenton Village
The Open Gardens include a mix of walled cottage gardens of various sizes and are managed intensively to provide year-round colour, interest and produce.
Big Kid Circus: Bonnyrigg
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show MAYHEM! Catch them at King George V Park, Bonnyrigg between the 5th and 10th July!
Circus Vegas: Livingston
Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK in 2022 and comes to Howden Park Centre, Livingston from 5th to 7th July!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Broadwoodside
Enjoy a day out as you visit the garden of Broadwoodside in East Lothian on 8th or 9th July!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gifford Bank
Gifford Bank is a Georgian house set in 4 acres on the edge of the village and is taking part on Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden on 8th & 9th July.
Flora Medica: Foraging Walk
Join Anna Canning, an expert botanist and wild plant forager, on this guided walk around Hopetoun and collect some wild ingredients to make a delicious snack or herbal remedy.
Big Kid Circus: Dunbar
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show MAYHEM! Catch them at Winterfield Park, Dunbar between on 12th and 13th July!
Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival: Mardi Gras at Grassmarket
It's non-stop entertainment and a party atmosphere for Mardi Gras as a host of bands bring jazz to Grassmarket on 16th July.
Edinburgh Festival Carnival
The Edinburgh Festival Carnival returns with music, dance, costumes, circus acrobatics and puppetry from all over the world on 17th July as part of the Edinburgh Jazz Festival.
Scottish Festival of Motoring
The Scottish Festival of Motoring is coming to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 17th July 2022, it's a must go event for all the family!
Edinburgh Food Festival
Celebrate all things great in food & drink when the Edinburgh Food Festival returns to George Square Gardens in July 2022!
Capital Sci-Fi Con
Capital Sci fi Con, Edinburgh's not-for-profit pop culture, comic and movie convention for fans by fans, is back on 23rd & 24th July!
Make a masterpiece: Family workshop
Visit The Queen’s Gallery and hear stories about some of the masterpieces on display, then return to the historic Abbey Strand building to create your own masterpiece to take home!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 9 Braid Farm Road
9 Braid Farm Road is an interesting and quirky organic garden of different styles and areas.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craigentinny Telferton Allotments
Come and enjoy tea, home baking and a chat with our friendly plot-holders at this independent allotment site is a tranquil and charming space, hidden away in a built-up area!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pentland Crescent Gardens
Pentland Crescent Gardens include three neighbouring gardens (two of which are new for 2022). They are all laid out very differently, offering a wide range of ideas for visitors.
Moving Music and Human Anatomy
Want to learn the bones of the human body? Moving Music offers fun and therapeutic musical experiences through the use of mixed percussion instruments.
Over The Bridge Festival
Over The Bridge Festival comes to Edinburgh in July with some of the biggest UK music names set to make an appearance!
Funbox Presents Jungle Party
It's time to stop 'lion' around, pack up your 'trunks', be a 'snappy dresser' and get up to some 'monkey business' because FUNBOX are having a JUNGLE PARTY at Howden Park Centre and you're invited!
Doghailes
Doghailes 2022 is here. Enjoy a day out with your best friend at our fun dog event for all the family at Newhailes House and Gardens on 31st July!
Groovy Geology
Enjoy your Bank Holiday at Hopetoun with a Ranger-led stroll along the foreshore exploring the best of West Lothian's geological resource!
Foodies Festival Edinburgh
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music is returns to Inverleith Park, Edinburgh in August!
Forth on The Fringe
Forth on the Fringe is our annual one stop shop for all the essential acts you need to see at this year’s Edinburgh Festival. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse on 5th and 6th August 2022!
Stobo Castle Ladies Day at Musselburgh Racecourse
Start planning the millinery masterpieces, statement designer creations and vertiginous heels as Scotland’s most glamorous racing day, Stobo Castle Ladies Day, returns to Musselburgh Racecourse!
Hotel Paradiso
Full of hijinks and impeccable clowning, Lost in Translation will treat audiences to heart-stopping aerial, stunning floor acrobatics, and extraordinary juggling.
Out East Festival
The family friendly Out East Festival is headed your way on Saturday the 6th and Sunday 7th of August 2022 at the beautiful Dalkeith Country Park!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 39 Nantwich Drive
39 Nantwich Drive is a large friendly garden, run on organic principles. It includes a mini orchard, pond, mixed borders, greenhouse and a secret garden.
Truckfest Scotland
Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 6th and 7th August, it's a great day out for the family!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
Party at the Palace
The award winning Party at The Palace will return in 2022, taking place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th August.
Up the Junction - RHMC Charity All Dayer
A State of Mind is proud to present Up the Junction, a live music charity event in aid of Ronald McDonald House Charity, taking place at The Old Dr Bells Baths, Leith on 18th August!
August Wander
Enjoy a Ranger-led hike around the Hopetoun Grounds and Estate to explore the late summer sights and sounds!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Whitburgh House Walled Garden
Whitburgh House Walled Garden is a contemporary, stylish one-acre walled garden, 700 feet above sea level, a lively forward-looking and an unexpected gem.
DogFest
Bring your dog to DogFest Edinburgh, in partnership with ManyPets, and treat them to a day which guarantees to get their tails wagging at Dalkeith Country Park.
Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition
Dive headfirst into wedding planning at Edinburgh’s Largest Wedding Exhibition at BT Murrayfield Stadium. It's wedding heaven!
Edinburgh Yoga Festival
The Edinburgh Yoga Festival will be held at Summerhall on Saturday 3rd September, bringing together people of all abilities to practice yoga in a fun, supportive and nurturing environment!
Edinburgh Pretty Muddy 5k
Race for Life Pretty Muddy is a brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Have fun with your friends whilst raising valuable funds for life-saving research!
Edinburgh Pretty Muddy Kids 5k
Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones where they take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends!
The Craft Rum Show Edinburgh
The Craft Rum Show, The Ultimate Rum Festival, is coming to the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 10th & 11th September!
The Gin to My Tonic
The Gin To My Tonic Show, the ultimate gin festival with unlimited tastings, is coming to Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 10th and 11th September!
EH1 Festival
EH1 Festival returns to The Royal Highland Centre Ingliston on Saturday 24th September for a massive end of Summer extravaganza!
Edinburgh’s Exclusive Wedding Show at The Assembly Rooms
Join us on Sunday 25th September 2022 at Assembly Rooms Edinburgh for a new, exlusive and exciting wedding show!
Two Houses and a Castle Walk
Explore the links between three of West Lothian's historic properties on a Ranger-led guided walk between Hopetoun House, Blackness Castle and House of the Binns!
Comic Con Scotland
After time out with Covid, Monopoly Events brings Comic Con Scotland back to the Royal Highland Centre on 8th and 9th October 2022!
Royal Rhyme Time: Stories by the fireplace
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand building as we gather round the fireplace for a story or two! Suitable for ages four and under.
Big Big Wedding Fair & Fashion Show
The biggest wedding fair on the east coast of Scotland comes to the O2 Academy Edinburgh in November 2022!
Scottish Signs and Symbols: Family Workshop
In this family workshop at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12th November, create your own shield using Scottish symbols - or even invent your own! Suitable for ages 5 - 14 years.
Royal Rhyme Time: Christmas Ceilidh
Join us to hear stories about celebrations and play a special game called the Feast of the Bean. With music and dancing in our Christmas ceilidh, suitable for children aged four and under!
Events in Fife
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirklands
Kirklands, built in 1832, has a walled garden, terraces, woodland garden and over the bridge there is 20 acres of woodland with a pathway by the burn.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Tower
Set on a hill, this one-acre Edwardian landscaped garden has panoramic views over the River Tay.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Willowhill
Willowhill is an evolving three-acre garden with a series of mixed borders designed with different vibrant colour combinations for effect all season.
Free Friday
Discover, explore and enjoy St Andrews Botanic Garden completely free of charge on the first Friday of every month!
Burntisland Fairground
Burntisland Fairground returns this summer! Situated on the links just yards from a Blue Flag beach, this traditional funfair provides all you need for a great family day out.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Earlshall Castle
This extensive, exquisitely designed garden, perfectly complements Earlshall Castle, restored by Sir Robert Lorimer in the 1890s.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gardener’s Cottage
Gardener's Cottage was originally part of the Craigflower Estate and what remains of the original botanical collection is maintained by the current owners.
The Big Bag Trail
Callaway Golf and St Andrews Links have created a new and unique visitor experience, The Big Bag Trail, as the countdown continues to the 150th Open returning to Fife.
Introduction to Natural Dyeing
Join Fife-based tapestry weaver and natural dyer, Veronica Collins to explore the use of natural, botanical dyes on this workshop run by The Ecology Centre!
Leven Vintage Car Rally
Don't miss the Leven Vintage Car Rally on Sunday 26th June, it's a great day out for all ages to enjoy!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Balcarres
Balcarres House has been owned by the Lindsay family since the late 16th century and each generation has made their mark on the house and gardens.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Boarhills Village Gardens
Don't miss an opportunity to stroll around this delightful Boarhills Village with its varied group of gardens as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Newburgh - Hidden Gardens
Hidden behind the 18th-century facades of Newburgh High Street lie a jumble of wonderful old gardens, some of them dating back centuries.
Big Kid Circus: Dunfermline
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show MAYHEM! Catch them at Woodmill Park, Woodmill Road, Dunfermline between the 29th June and 3rd July!
Open Day / Summer Fete
Lomond Court Care Home in Glenrothes is holding an open day/summer fete on Wednesday 29th June and extends a welcome invite to everyone to our lovely spacious garden.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craigfoodie
Craigfoodie has featured on the Beechgrove Garden and in articles in several national magazines and you can visit it on 3rd July as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Crail: Gardens in the Burgh
Take an enjoyable stroll around this quintessential East Neuk village and explore its many beautiful gardens.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Coul House
Come and visit Coul House Gardens, a hidden gem lying within the grounds of Coul House, an imposing B-listed Victorian farmhouse which dates back to circa 1875.
Burntisland Highland Games
Burntisland Highland Games, the second-oldest highland games in the world, will take place on Monday 18th July 2022 from 10am.
Aberdour Festival
The Aberdour Festival is possibly the best festival of the Summer, each year playing host to an exciting and packed programme of events!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 29a Low Road
While only about a third of an acre in size, 29a Low Road it is laid out with a spacious lawn and has several secluded areas to sit, enjoy the peace and listen to the birdsong.
ST Andrews Model Railway Exhibition
St Andrews Model Railway Exhibition is a long established summer show in the town and is back this August at a new venue - the Students Union!
Rock the Rovers
Rock the Rovers fundraising event returns on Sunday 28th August at Styx Kirkcaldy with a host of artists!
Events in Glasgow
The Dockyard Social
The Dockyard Social brings together the best street food traders Scotland has to offer all under one roof... everyone is welcome from families and foodies, to dates and dogs!
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore Play Crazy Golf is the ultimate destination offering fun for grown-ups! They've got everything from bespoke, locally-inspired crazy golf to delicious drinks and the finest street food offerings!
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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!
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail is back with a new trail mystery! Book Now for tickets right through the summer and join in the biggest adventure yet!
Peppa Pig’s Aquarium Adventure!
Look who is coming to SEA LIFE this Summer! Come and meet Peppa Pig at our Aquarium Adventure here at SEA LIFE Loch Lomond!
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Open Sundays
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public on selected Sundays throughout the year!
Festival Village: Merchant City
The City Centre beer garden, Festival Village: Merchant City, is back and better than ever for summer with a new menu, fresh look and all-new boozy slushies!
Top Dogs Day Out
Loch Lomond Shores' Top Dogs Day Out is a celebration of all things doggy with lots of fun activities for you and your four-legged family members!
FREE Open Air Cinema at QPA
Open-air cinema returns to Queen's Park Arena this summer with a selection of 'Cults & Classics' themed films including The Big Lebowski, Pulp Fiction and Big Trouble in Little China!
Cranside Summer Gardens
Cranside, Glasgow's ultimate outdoor drinking, dining, and entertainment destination, is returning bigger, brighter and bolder for Summer!
Glasgow Mod Weekender
Friday Street Presents the annual Glasgow Mod Weekender which will take place between the 24th & 26th June across several venues!
Ashton Lane Festival Sunday Party
Expect an afternoon packed full of family fun at the annual Ashton Lane Festival Sunday Party on Sunday 26th June!
Crepe City Sneaker Festival
Crepe City, Europe's biggest sneaker festival, is being held in Glasgow for the first time on 26th June in Platform!
Glasgow Mela
The Glasgow Mela, Scotland's biggest multi-cultural festival of music, dance and arts returns to Kelvingrove Park on Sunday 26th June!
West End Bus Fest
Experience the atmosphere of bygone travel and take a ride on one of GVVT's restored vintage buses on Sunday 26th June!
Kelburn Garden Party
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!
BGCP Comic Con: Loch Lomond
BGCP Comic Con returns to Loch Lomond Shores on 2nd & 3rd July with a family-friendly event suitable for heroes of all ages!
Kelvingrove Bandstand Open Week
Glasgow Life will throw open the doors of the beautiful Kelvingrove Bandstand for a fantastic week-long FREE programme of children and family events!
Loch Lomond Shores Summer Fest
Loch Lomond Shores are hosting a 2-day festival of fun, food, shopping and entertainment for all the family this July as they celebrate their 20th birthday!
Luss Highland Gathering
The Luss Highland Gathering returns on Saturday 2nd July - with caber tossing heavies, highland dancers, piping and more!
Sea Monsters!
The Sea Monsters! exhibition at the Scottish Maritime Museum, Irvine is a fantastical and fun celebration of Scottish legends and maritime mythology showcasing artists from across Scotland and beyond!
Glasgow Craft Beer Festival
The Glasgow Craft Beer Festival, formerly the Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival, will celebrate great beer, good food and stellar music at SWG3 Glasgow on the 8th and 9th July!
TRNSMT Festival
TRNSMT Festival will return to Glasgow Green in 2022 from Friday 8th to Sunday 10th July featuring headline acts Paolo Nutini, The Strokes and Lewis Capaldi!
Circus Vegas: Ayr
Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK and will stop off at Ayr's Low Green between the 9th and 12th July with the ultimate show to remember!
Clyde Island Presents Summer Beach Festival
Clyde Island is an urban beach in Glasgow City Centre with artisan food and drink, fully licensed bar, large beach and rides and attractions for the whole family!
WOD On The Loch
WOD on the Loch promises two days of food, drink and functional fitness all with the most amazing backdrop with some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer right on the shores of Loch Lomond!
Zippos Circus at Kirkintilloch’s Woodhead Park
Zippos Circus returns to Kirkintilloch’s Woodhead Park between the 21st and 31st July 2022 with their 'Big Top' tour!
Alexandra Park Festival Day
After a two year break, Platform's annual family Festival Day and carnival parade at Alexandra Park returns for 2022 on Saturday 23rd July!
Making Waves Festival
Scotland's new seaside festival - Making Waves - will take place on the 23rd and 24th July at Irvine Beach Park and Harbourside!
Sufi Festival
The annual Sufi Festival is a cultural experience of Islamic art, culture and heritage in the heart of Scotland's most diverse and multicultural community in Glasgow's Southside!
Cassiltoun Family Forest Fun Day: Fairies & Goblins of Castlemilk Park
Head along to Castlemilk Park on Wednesday 27th July for the annual Cassiltoun Family Forest Fun Day, this year's theme is Fairies & Goblins!
Rudimental
One of the UK's most successful bands of the past decade RUDIMENTAL, will headline Junction 1's inaugural live show on Thursday 28th July!
ButeFest
ButeFest, the much-loved boutique west coast music festival, returns this summer after a two-year pause, bringing live pop and folk music to the island from Friday 29th - Sunday 31st July!
Circus Extreme
This year a death-defying and extreme circus is descending on the UK! Don't miss Circus Extreme at Silverburn between the 29th July and 14th August!
Junction 1 Summer Festival
Junction 1's inaugural Summer Festival, taking place on the Bank Holiday Weekend of July 29th - 31st, will feature headliners Groove Armada, Kelis, Soul II Soul & Faithless!
BGCP Comic Con: Dunoon
BGCP Comic Con has made the decision to cross over to Dunoon on Saturday 30th July to present Dunoon's first ever Comic Con in the newly refurbished Queen's Hall!
Sausage and Cider Fest
The Sausage and Cider Fest will arrive in Glasgow for the very first time at the amazing Briggait on 30th and 31st July!
Summer Fete
Knightswood Congregational Church will host their annual Summer Fete on Saturday 30th July... come along to enjoy a great afternoon of family fun!
The Bridge Family Festival Day
Come along and join in the summer festivities when the big Family Festival Day returns to The Bridge, Easterhouse on Saturday 30th July!
Piping Live!
Piping Live! Glasgow's International Piping Festival will return this summer with a calendar of in-person and virtual events from Saturday 6th - Sunday 14th August!
World Pipe Band Championships
Thousands of pipers and drummers are expected to compete for the ultimate prize in pipe band competition when the World Pipe Band Championships return to Glasgow Green on the 12th and 13th August!
Glasgow Card Show
Do you love trading cards? Well then this event is for you! Don't miss the first Glasgow Card Show at Box Hub on Saturday 13th August!
Ayrshire Hospice Golf Day
Join the Ayrshire Hospice for their annual Golf Day on Monday 15th August at West Kilbride Golf Course!
STREETrave All Dayer
STREETrave are taking over SWG3 on 20th August for their legendary Summer All Dayer, featuring a MASSIVE lineup of international artists and the very best in home grown talent!
Sole Bloc Sneaker Festival and Street Party
The Sole Bloc Sneaker Festival and Street Party returns with a bang to SWG3 Glasgow on Saturday 27th August!
Off The Beatson Track
This summer Beatson Cancer Charity's annual 10k walk 'Off The Beatson Track' will be returning for its 9th year taking place on 28th August!
The McChuills Summer Ska Special
Head to McChuills on Sunday 28th August for a whole day of live Ska Music featuring an array of homegrown Ska bands & DJs!
Clydebuilt Festival
Back for a fourth year, the Clydebuilt Festival will return to the Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship at Riverside on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th of September 2022!
Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
The Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival is an amazing weekend out for all the family featuring music, cookery, real ale, fresh produce and lots of fun!
Clydebuilt Festival Dragon Boat Race
The Dragon Boat Race on the River Clyde will take place on Sunday 4th September 2022 as part of the annual Clydebuilt Festival!
ACME Scotland Comic Con
If you're a fan of movies, comics, video games, sci-fi, anime or cosplay you cannot miss the ACME Scotland Comic Con at the SEC Glasgow on the 24th & 25th September!
OktoberWEST
Join WEST on the Green on Saturday 24th September for a slice of Bavaria in Glasgow, with cracking beer, delicious food, live music and the best atmosphere in town!
Platform 18 Street Festival - The Final Stop
To mark the end of an era the industry-renowned Platform 18 Street Festival will return to Glasgow's West Street this September Weekend for not one, but two open-air raves!
Great Scottish Run - Toddler, Junior & Family Events
Get the whole family active by joining the Great Scottish Run's family friendly activities in George Square on Saturday 1st October!
Great Scottish Run
Glasgow's iconic running event returns to the city's streets in 2022 with an incredible weekend that includes the 10k, Half Marathon and Junior events!
GVVT Annual Open Weekend
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust's Annual Open Weekend returns for 2022 on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th October!
Tenement Trail
Scotland's Tenement Trail is THE music lover's festival, boasting the best emerging talent plus much-loved artists and will finally return on 8th October!
The Creative Craft Show / Crafts for Christmas
Two events for the price of one! The Creative Craft Show and Crafts for Christmas at the SEC Glasgow in October is the ultimate day out for hobbyists and crafters!
The Craft Rum Show Glasgow
The Craft Rum Show, The Ultimate Rum Festival, is coming to the SEC Glasgow between the 28th and 30th October!
The Gin To My Tonic Show
The Gin To My Tonic Show, the ultimate gin festival with unlimited tastings, is returning to the SEC Glasgow between the 28th and 30th October 2022!
Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival is being held in the stunning surroundings of Oran Mor on Sunday 6th November!
The Great Western
The Great Western, a festival of musical exploration and discovery held in venues across Glasgow, returns with their 2022 edition on Saturday 12th November!
The Magical Adventures Of Aladdin
The Magical Adventures Of Aladdin is the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow's magical new panto for 2022!
Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival
Loch Lomond Shores is set to host their fantastic Christmas Festival on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th December featuring street food, children's entertainers and rides, live entertainment and more!
IRN-BRU Carnival
Come along to the Scottish Event Campus for plenty of festive family fun with annual Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!
The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show
The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show returns to the Scottish Event Campus for 2023 between the 2nd and 5th of February!
Allergy and Free From Show Scotland
The Allergy & Free From Show Scotland at the Scottish Event Campus is Europe’s greatest ‘free from’ family day out!
2023 UCI Cycling World Championships
Across ten days in August 2023, history will be made by men and women on bikes. Champions will be crowned. Spectators will be wowed. Scotland will be inspired.
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Kilmacolm Farm Tours
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!
Renfrewshire Food & Drink Festival
Renfrewshire's new and exciting Food & Drink Festival will take place in Robertson Park, Renfrew on the 25th & 26th June!
Sma’ Shot Day
Paisley's annual Sma' Shot day event, one of the oldest workers' festivals in the UK, will take place this year on Saturday 2nd July!
Renfrew Pipe Band Competition
Get ready for the skirl of the bagpipes and the beat of the drum when Renfrew's Robertson Park plays proud host to its first ever pipe band competition!
Live Lunch
Hosted by the absolutely fabulous, talented and hugely lovable, Edward Reid, the Live Lunch at Ingliston Country Club & Hotel is the perfect day out for you and your friends this summer!
Film & Comic Con Glasgow
The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 20th & 21st of August!
Paisley 10k Road Race and Fun Run
Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2022 Paisley 10k Road Race and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 21st August!
ModStuff
LNP Promotions' ModStuff returns for a tenth year! It's a fantastic day of Mod culture and music at the Spiegeltent, Paisley on Saturday 3rd September!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Lego Trail
Our exciting family trail now includes LEGO! Fun for all ages, can you find all of our LEGO Argylls hidden around the Museum's First Floor?
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle
Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.
Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Bannockburn House Guided History Tours
Take a tour of Bannockburn House, an historic category A-listed property, which has survived largely unchanged since the 17th century apart from a Victorian extension.
Zippos Circus at Falkirk Stadium
Zippos Circus comes to Falkirk Stadium from 22nd to 26th June with their 'Bon Voyage' tour!
Falkirk Race for Life 5k and 10k
Sign up now for Cancer Research UK Race for Life 5K and 10k in Falkirk on 26th June and raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
In the Footsteps of Kings - Guided Tour of Bannockburn Battlefield
Follow our expert guides as they trace the events of Scotland’s most famous battle on this Guided Walking Tour of Bannockburn Battlefield on 26th June!
SUPERFAN Exhibition Launch and Gig
Creative Stirling & Europa Music invite you to the launch of SUPERFAN on Sunday 26th June. A live music event in the heart of our city centre, celebrating the life and music of The Beatles.
Circus Vegas: Stirling
Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK in 2022 and comes to King's Park, Stirling from 30th June to 3rd July!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Tillicoultry Parish Church Community Garden
A former orchard to the Manse of Tillicoultry Parish Church, this garden has been developed by a group of enthusiastic volunteers, from a derelict and unloved piece of ground into a much loved haven.
164th Famous Alva Games
The 164th Famous Alva Games will return on Saturday 9th July bringing you all a great family day out!
Doune The Rabbit Hole 2022
Doune The Rabbit Hole, the intimate and independent music and arts festival, is back from 14th – 17th July 2022 for 4 stacked days of special events, workshops and great live music!
BGCP Comic Con: Stirling
Stirling BGCP Comic Con returns to the The Albert Halls on Saturday 16th July 2022, bringing you all the best and current offerings from the geek world!
Stay Glidin’ - An Afternoon of Dance Music at The Smith
Join us at The Smith on 16th July for a day of chilled DJ sets in our back garden to celebrate our latest exhibition, The Glory of the Ride!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 60 Greenhead
Enjoy a wander around a delightful hidden garden in Alva behind the primary school on 7th August as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Ault Wharrie
Enjoy a visit to Ault Wharrie, formerly the Masonic Home in Dunblane, on 25th July. The extensive grounds have been redesigned and replanted over the last five years.
Stirling Highland Games
The Stirling Highland Games return in 2022 with an exciting programme of activities to entertain everyone!
The Callander Jazz and Blues Festival
Whatever your taste in music, come along and enjoy the atmosphere of the annual Callander Jazz and Blues Festival 2022!
Tolbooth on Tour - Callander Jazz and Blues
For 2022 the Tolbooth will takeover a stage at Callander Jazz and Blues working with their team to bring something new and unique to what is a truly amazing festival.
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