Days Out events in Lanarkshire

Relaxed Afternoons: National Museum of Rural Life

Join the National Museum of Rural Life for their monthly Relaxed Afternoons, suitable for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum.

St Patrick’s Day Coatbridge Street Festival

Celebrate Ireland's heritage the Coatbridge way when the St Patrick's Day Coatbridge Street Festival returns to the town's Main Street on Saturday 14th March!

Glassfest

Glassfest is the one local festival you don't want to miss! It returns to Glassford Village Hall on Saturday 28th March for a day of the best local beers & spirits and non-stop live music!

Carluke Easter Market

A fantastic Easter Market featuring local traders, handmade crafts and gifts, delicious food and more is being held on Saturday 4th April in Carluke's Market Square!

New Lanark Easter Festival

Join New Lanark on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th April for a fabulous Easter Festival Weekend filled with fun for all the family... bring your smiles and make unforgettable memories!

Brewers, Bites & Beats

Brought to you by Makers and Merchants Markets, Brewers, Bites & Beats is a family-friendly foodie festival coming to Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 18th April!

Stereofunk Festival

Stereofunk, the first festival of the summer returns for 2026 at its brand new home, Hamilton Park Racecourse!

K-Pop Universe

Get ready to dance as the incredible K-Pop Universe tribute brings high-energy hits, VIP meet-and-greets, and non-stop fun to Blantyre's Castle Park on Sunday 26th April!

Princess Afternoon Tea

Come dressed as your favourite Princess to the AlonA Hotel where you can meet Princess Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Belle and Elsa at their Princess Afternoon Tea event!

Ship Ahoy!

Ship Ahoy! is an exciting and unique event from Scottish Maritime Heritage including displays of model ships, ship photographs and historic video footage, as well as displays of working model ships.

Big Kid Circus: Motherwell

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Motherwell Shopping Centre between Wednesday 29th April and Monday 4th May!

BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival

BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival returns to Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on Saturday 2nd May for the ultimate start to the summer!

Robbie Williams & George Michael Tribute

Alan Walker will perform an electric live tribute to Robbie Williams and George Michael at Blantyre's Castle Park on Sunday 3rd May!

St Andrew’s Hospice It’s A Knockout Challenge

Get ready to slip, slide and bounce your way through a laugh‑out‑loud day at St Andrew's Hospice's It's A Knockout Challenge, featuring enormous inflatables and fun‑filled team challenges!

Woolly Weekend

Celebrate all things woolly with a weekend of family fun at the National Museum of Rural Life... see woolly farm friends up close and take part in wool-themed crafts, storytelling and activities!

Lanark Lanimer Week

A fantastic week of celebrations are planned between the 7th and 13th of June 2026 for the annual Lanark Lanimer Week... one of Scotland's oldest traditions!

Rutherglen 900: The Big Lunch Buzzfest

Part of Rutherglen 900 and the Eden Project's nationwide celebration, enjoy some live music, and spend a relaxed afternoon connecting with neighbours at the family friendly Community Picnic!

Carluke & District Gala Day

The 2026 Carluke & District Gala Day is being held on Saturday 13th June, featuring the annual procession, crowning of the queen and much-loved street party, it's a great day out for all the family!

Classics In The Glen

Lanarkshire Classic Car Club will bring over 150 classic and vintage cars to Calderglen Country Park on Saturday 13th June for the annual Classics In The Glen event!

Barrio Fiesta Glasgow

Barrio Fiesta Glasgow, a vibrant, family-friendly, cultural festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Philippines, returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 27th June!

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Chatelherault

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with another selection of incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Chatelherault!

Archaeology Weekend

Discover Scotland's hidden treasure at the National Museum of Rural Life's Archaeology Weekend, featuring the latest finds, hands-on metal detecting, and free sessions to assess your own treasures!

East Kilbride Farm Show

The annual East Kilbride Farm Show will will return to West Nerston Farm on Saturday 25th July, it's a great day out for all the family!

The Jersey Notes

Get ready to take to the dancefloor as Scotland's top Frankie Valli tribute, The Jersey Notes, bring a high-energy afternoon of classic hits to Castle Park, Blantyre on Sunday 2nd August!

Following a sold-out-energy event in December, Soul On Sunday return to Parklands for an afternoon of live performance, nonstop dancing and an unforgettable atmosphere!

By popular demand, The Sausage and Cider Festival returns to Rouken Glen Park on Saturday 5th September featuring celebrity guests, the UK's best tributes and of course... sausages and cider!

Get ready for the BIGGEST family party of the summer when Include Me 2 Club return to Barrhead's Cowan Park on Saturday 13th June with their Family Festival!

Step into the world of Outlander with this ultimate themed experience at Hopetoun House, exploring the iconic filming locations inside the House and across the historic Grounds!

From Friday 3rd April, Hopetoun House & Grounds are delighted to welcome both new and returning visitors as they re-open for another fantastic season of history, nature and exploration!

South Queensferry is a popular spot for foreign tourists and day trippers but away from the busy High Street lie a number of surprising and quite different gardens.

The spectacular views to Perthshire and Angus make the South Flisk garden very special and a few hundred yards from South Flisk is the charming Craig Cottage!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Hill Of Tarvit Mansion and Gardens' annual Easter Egg Trail!

The Bruce Festival is set to return to Dunfermline's Pittencrieff Park this summer, on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May, to celebrate the 750th anniversary of King Robert the Bruce's birth!

Country to Country is back and Gael & Grain are kicking things off in style with a Pre-C2C afternoon of live country music, food and cocktails on Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th March!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in The Hill House's annual Easter Egg Trail!

The biggest & best PRTY in Scotland is back! PRTY Festival returns for two MASSIVE days on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May at new venue, Riverside Museum!

Get ready for Halloween in Paisley, where gothic creatures and macabre masterpieces await... Paisley Halloween Festival, one of the biggest and best of its kind in the UK, returns for 2026!

The Two Towns Down Paisley Craft Beer Festival, a celebration of local breweries with fantastic music, mouthwatering food, and a lively, friendly party atmosphere, returns on Saturday 21st March!

Join Rachael at Skirlies Cafe, Paisley for a fun filled couple of hours on this fully scripted murder mystery event, The Betrayers!

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole returns to Cardross Estate between the 17th and 19th July featuring massive line-up of live acts across 5 stages including headliners Ash, Alabama 3 and Huey Morgan!

Rev up for a brilliant day out as the Stirling Classic Car Show returns to Bridge of Allan on Sunday 10th May, featuring over 800 stunning vehicles and stalls in aid of charity!

Being held at Bridge of Allan Parish Church on 28th March, The Literary Escape Festival is a one-day grassroots book festival celebrating independent authors, local creatives, and small businesses!

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!

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland 2026! The UK's wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out is coming to Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Culzean Castle's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's annual Easter Egg Trail!

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Somerset Park between Wednesday 22nd and Sunday 26th April!

Join a host of big-name authors and personalities, celebrating life stories, as the Boswell Book Festival returns to Dumfries House, Ayrshire for 2026.

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!