Exhibitions events in Lanarkshire in April 2026

Extended Opening Over Easter - The Museum of Lead Mining

Celebrate the 270th anniversary of the Wanlockhead Miners' Library with extended Easter hours at the Museum of Lead Mining, featuring gold panning, guided tours, and fascinating displays!

Rutherglen 900: We Are Rutherglen

As part of the Rutherglen 900 celebrations, the We Are Rutherglen Art Exhibition will showcase the work of talented local artists in a welcoming, creative space.

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.

Still Walls, Passing Time an Exhibition by Allan Burnett & Christine Brown

The opening exhibition this year at Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum is 'Still Walls, Passing Time' featuring works by Allan Burnett and Christine Brown.

Wild Heart of Nature - Showcase of Zaneta Threlfall

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre welcomes a showcase exhibition of award-winning Polish photographer Zaneta (Zan) Threlfall, from February to May!

Experience live music, powerful performances, and artwork as you enjoy the New Contemporaries Exhibition after dark in the stunning surroundings of the Royal Scottish Academy Galleries!

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

The Association of Scottish Philatelic Societies will hold its annual Stamp and Postcard Fair at The Vine Centre in Dunfermline on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th April!

All the fun of the fair in miniature rolls into town when Kirkcaldy Funfair Model Show returns for 2026 on Saturday 18th April!

The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public for their Super Sunday events throughout the year!

Still Glasgow at the Gallery of Modern Art is an extensive new exhibition which has photography at its core and looks at Glasgow, past and present.

ACCORD Hospice's Annual Art Exhibition returns - bigger and better than ever before - bringing together the best local and national artists to celebrate all forms of art and creativity!

Celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, Paisley Patchers return to Paisley North Church on Saturday 25th April with their annual Quilt Exhibition!

Held on selected dates through the year at McLaren High School, Callander Toy Fair is a must visit event for any collector of toys and models!

Young Creatives at The Stirling Smith is an exhibition of portfolio artwork from the seven high schools across the region showcasing the extraordinary talent thriving within school art departments.