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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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Bothwell Scarecrow Festival

31st August 2024 - 15th September 2024
Bothwell

The Scarecrow Festival returns for 2024 with two weeks packed full of fun things to do and see all over Bothwell!

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Time Capsule Coatbridge Funfair

12th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

Coatbridge get ready Wheatley's Funfairs is heading to the Time Capsule with their family funfair!

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Biggar Science Festival

14th September 2024
Biggar

Biggar Science Festival returns on Saturday 14th September packed with fun, science-themed, interactive activities for all the family!

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Meccano Society of Scotland Annual Exhibition

14th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

See the single largest display of Meccano in Scotland at Summerlee Museum on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September courtesy of the Meccano Society of Scotland!

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Model & Hobby Show

14th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

Rediscover a hobby or interest from younger days or find something new at Mackinnon Mills' Model & Hobby Show on Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September!

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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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St Mary’s Family Fun Day and Fayre

14th September 2024

Pop along to St Mary's Parish Church in Montherwell on Saturday 14th September for their Family Fun Day and Fayre!

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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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Carluke Jam & Ham Festival

28th September 2024
Carluke

The Carluke Jam & Ham Festival is a festival of food and music, celebrating the towns rich history in food products!

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Doors Open Days North Lanarkshire

28th September 2024 - 29th September 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across North Lanarkshire! This year's event will be held on September 28th & 29th!

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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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Boujee Brunch

29th September 2024

Boujee Brunch returns to Rocca Hamilton, enjoy two courses and a cocktail plus live music from DJ & Sax!

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Big Kid Circus: Motherwell

2nd October 2024 - 6th October 2024
Motherwell

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at at Motherwell Parade Shopping Centre between 2nd and 6th October!

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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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Clyde Valley Family Park Pumpkin Festival

12th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

From the 12th until the 31st of October ALL children visiting Clyde Valley Family Park will get to choose their own FREE pumpkin as part of their ticket and the park's Pumpkin Festival!

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Lego Model Show

12th October 2024 - 13th October 2024

On the 12th & 13th October the Brick M8 Team will return to Summerlee Museum with LEGO builders from across the country for Scotland's most popular LEGO model show!

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Pumpkin Picking

Selected dates between 12th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Craigend Nursery & Coffee Shop's Pumpkin Picking event returns for 2024 with lots of pumpkins to choose from, jumbo games, a carving station and a selection of food and drink trucks!

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Biggar Little Festival

18th October 2024 - 27th October 2024
Biggar

One of the most eclectic festivals rural Scotland has to offer, the Biggar Little Festival offers an inspiring mix of of culture and fun for locals and visitors alike across 10 days in October!

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East Kilbride Pumpkin Trail

19th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Get ready as Inspired Events presents East Kilbride's Pumpkin Trail in the enchanting Calderglen Country Park on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th October!

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Biggar Day Out

20th October 2024
Biggar

Biggar Little Festival pulls out all the stops for its biggest and best day out ever... Biggar Day Out on Sunday 20th October!

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Lanark Clydesdale Foal Show

26th October 2024

Come along and watch this year's Clydesdale foals being pampered and prepared for the show and then watch them perform in the ring, for probably the first time in their lives!

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Believe In Santa

23rd November 2024 - 24th December 2024

A magical Christmas experience for all the family, this year M&D's Theme Park's 'BELIEVE in Santa' is BIGGER, BETTER, with MORE SPARKLE than ever before!

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Christmas at New Lanark

30th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

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 2024!

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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:

Giffnock’s Christmas Village

Giffnock’s Christmas Village

9th November 2024

Join the Giffnock Village team on Saturday 9th November for a magical day of festive fun featuring a Christmas market, street performers, live music and dance performances, Santa's grotto and more!

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Ladies Day: Grease & Dirty Dancing Tribute

Ladies Day: Grease & Dirty Dancing Tribute

10th November 2024

Join Dalmeny Park House Hotel for the ultimate day out featuring entertainment from their Grease & Dirty Dancing tribute! Gather the girl squad and get ready to have an amazing time!

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Festive Drag Brunch

Festive Drag Brunch

7th December 2024

Join Dalmeny Park House Hotel for an unforgettable drag brunch with RuPaul's Drag Race star Crystal on Saturday 7th December!

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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:

Edinburgh Zoo Autumn Market

Edinburgh Zoo Autumn Market

12th October 2024 - 13th October 2024

Treat yourself this half term and visit Edinburgh Zoo's autumn market in Lemur Lodge on 12th & 13th October!

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Hallowe’en at the Castle

Hallowe’en at the Castle

27th October 2024

This Halloween come and enjoy some spooky activities in our historic castle. This will be a fun filled event with something for all the family.

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Half Term: Second World War Scotland

Half Term: Second World War Scotland

16th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Discover real objects and stories from the Second World War in Scotland with our half term family activities at National Museum of Flight Scotland!

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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:

Open Studios Central Fife: SK Furniture Design

Open Studios Central Fife: SK Furniture Design

14th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

SK Furniture Design Ltd is taking part in the last weekend of Central Fife Open Studios event. Come and look at our local furniture workshop and chat all things wood or lasers.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

6th December 2024 - 28th December 2024

Fife's most immersive, family friendly panto is back for 2024! Starring Ian 'Sheepie' Smith alongside an all star cast, this is a festive treat not to be missed!

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Daisy Friday

Daisy Friday

Selected dates between 1st April 2024 - 6th December 2024

Join us at St Andrews Botanic Garden for DAISY Friday! Donate As It Suits You (Daisy) in place of your admission ticket and enjoy our Garden.

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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:

Horror Con Scotland

Horror Con Scotland

21st September 2024

Horror Con Scotland is coming to Glasgow! Bringing you the best of the Scottish Horror Industry including actors, directors, traders, authors, prop makers, cosplay and so much more!

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Ladies’ Lunch

Ladies’ Lunch

27th September 2024

Join Rangers Football Club for an afternoon of fun and fizz when they host their Ladies Lunch, presented by Molton Brown, at Edmiston House on Friday 27th September!

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Skyline feat. Hernan Cattaneo, Antrim, Pole Folder & more

Skyline feat. Hernan Cattaneo, Antrim, Pole Folder & more

20th October 2024

El Maestro, Hernan Cattaneo returns to Skyline for his third headliner accompanied by Antrim, Pole Folder and more!

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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:

Courage Ladies Day

Courage Ladies Day

15th October 2024

Courage group is a local charity based in Paisley and they are having a Ladies Day at The Ugly Duck on Sunday 15th September to raise important funds for Renfrewshire Women's Aid.

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Dogs Day Out

Dogs Day Out

22nd September 2024

Dogs Day Out at Renfrew's Robertson Park on Sunday 22nd September is a celebration of all things doggy with lots of fun activities for you and your four-legged family members!

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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:

Killin Music Festival

Killin Music Festival

20th June 2025 - 22nd June 2025

Be a part of something special when the Killin Music Festival returns from 20th to 22nd June 2025!

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Alhambra Whisky Festival

Alhambra Whisky Festival

28th September 2024

Immerse yourself in a unique whisky experience at the Alhambra Whisky Festival on Saturday 28th September at The Albert Halls!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle

1st February 2024 - 30th September 2024

Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.

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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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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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Kelburn’s Halloween Pumpkin Party

Kelburn’s Halloween Pumpkin Party

12th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!

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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

MooFest
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!
Social Club for Adults with Additional Support Needs
Include Me 2 Club are bringing their Social Club for Adults with Additional Support Needs to Rutherglen, join them for their opening night on Tuesday 1st October!
Time Capsule Coatbridge Funfair
Coatbridge get ready Wheatley's Funfairs is heading to the Time Capsule with their family funfair!
ML12 Repair Cafe
Pop along to Biggar Area Climate Care's Repair Cafe with your broken household items and their fabulous team of volunteer fixers will take a look at them and repair if possible!
Jane McCarry: Live
Don't miss a marvelous evening with the brilliantly funny Jane McCarry, best known for her iconic role as Isa in the hit BBC series Still Game, at South Dalziel Historic Building on 12th April!

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