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Family And Kids events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Bookbug at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 21st December 2024

Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions on Mondays during term time and every Saturday!

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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!

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Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes

Selected dates between 8th January 2024 - 30th December 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at venues across Lanarkshire!

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Bookbug at Summerlee

Selected dates between 19th January 2024 - 20th December 2024

Discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at Summerlee's weekly Bookbug sessions!

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Chatelherault Market

Selected dates between 4th February 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Held weekly on Sundays, Chatelherault Market showcases the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!

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Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Selected dates between 10th February 2024 - 23rd November 2024

Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.

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Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Selected dates between 30th March 2024 - 29th September 2024

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2024 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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Tractor Tots

Selected dates between 15th April 2024 - 19th April 2024

Tractor Tots is a bookable series of playful sensory singalong sessions for under-fives and their adults at the National Museum of Rural Life!

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Acoustic Cafe Nights at the Granary presents Claire Coupland

19th April 2024

Acoustic Cafe Nights @ The Granary are super excited to be hosting the hugely talented Claire Coupland from Toronto, Canada for the first part of her UK tour!

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Classic Car Show

21st April 2024

Get ready for a day full of family fun when Summerlee Museum's annual Classic Car Show returns on Sunday 21st April!

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The Wedding Singer

23rd April 2024 - 24th April 2024

Encore Stars Academy bring their musical production of the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer to East Kilbride Village Theatre on April 23rd and 24th!

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School of Rock

25th April 2024 - 27th April 2024

Encore Stars Academy bring the high-octane smash hit musical, School of Rock, to East Kilbride Village Theatre between the 25th and 27th April!

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Coalburn Brass Band Family Taster Session

1st May 2024

Come along to a free taster session to either try out playing a brass instrument for the first time or learn about how could develop your playing as a member of the Coalburn Brass Band Family!

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The Organ Unleashed With Aaron Hawthorne

3rd May 2024

On Friday 3rd May East Kilbride Old Parish Church host a night of music with a wonderful organ recital from renowned organist Aaron Hawthorne!

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Kilbryde Hospice Plant Sale

4th May 2024

Kilbryde Hospice will host their annual plant sale on Saturday 4th May featuring variety of indoor and outdoor plants, garden items, seeds and bulbs available to buy!

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Lanark Medieval Celebration

4th May 2024
Lanark

Head to Lanark on Saturday 4th May as the town hosts a fabulous free family day out with their annual Medieval Celebration!

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Leadhills Miners Library

Selected dates between 4th May 2024 - 29th September 2024

Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!

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Four Clarinets and a Choir

10th May 2024

Enjoy a rich tapestry of folk music from across the globe, brought to life by the haunting harmonies of the Silver Keys Clarinet Quartet, at the Henderson Theatre in Shotts!

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Rock Choir Concert

10th May 2024

The Haven is thrilled to announce an upcoming charity evening featuring an inspirational and uplifting performance from Hamilton Rock Choir on Friday 10th May!

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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde

Selected dates between 11th May 2024 - 14th August 2024

View badgers, bats and other nocturnal creatures on a Badger Watch event organised by the Falls of Clyde Rangers!

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Cardboard Carnival

11th May 2024

Cardboard Carnival at Lanternhouse is an inspirational, visual treat of Camille Saint-Saëns classic with puppetry and a whole lot of cardboard for everyone from 4 – 104!

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Dawn Chorus at Baron’s Haugh

11th May 2024

Catch one of nature's most beautiful experiences, the dawn chorus, at RSPB Baron's Haugh Nature Reserve on Saturday 11th May!

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It’s A Knockout

11th May 2024

St. Andrew's Hospice are holding their annual 'It's A Knockout' charity event in Strathclyde Park on Saturday 11th May!

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Porsche In The Glen

12th May 2024

Come along and see the Scottish Porsche owners as they display modern and classic cars on the main lawn at Calderglen on Sunday 12th May!

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Valley WalkFest

12th May 2024

Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for a jaunt to Corse Hill, the highest point in Whitelee Windfarm as part of this year's Valley WalkFest!

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You Choose

12th May 2024

Nonsense Room Productions bring You Choose, their fantastic interactive musical show for all the family, back to Lanternhouse Cumbernauld on Sunday 12th May!

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Woolly Weekend

18th May 2024 - 19th May 2024

See a shearer at work with Scottish Blackface sheep and enjoy wool-themed family crafts and activities at the Museum of Rural Life's annual Woolly Weekend!

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Sunday Brass

19th May 2024

Coalburn Bronze and Silver Bands will be performing at Blantyre Livingstone Memorial Church on Sunday 19th May!

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Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland

25th May 2024 - 17th August 2024

This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!

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Lanark Spring Market

25th May 2024
Lanark

Discover Lanark is delighted to be welcoming a fabulous selection of stalls to Lanark Spring Market on Saturday 25th May!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilsyth Gardens

26th May 2024
Kilsyth

Explore the neighbouring private gardens of Aeolia and Blackmill in Kilsyth on Sunday 26th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Walk for Parkinson’s: Chatelherault Country Park

2nd June 2024

Whatever your reason. Whoever you walk for. Join Parkinson's UK at Chatelherault Country Park and help raise vital funds for research into better treatments and hopefully, one day a cure.

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Stride For Kilbryde

8th June 2024

Whether you’re walking in memory of a loved one, staying in shape, or just fancy shaking up your Saturday night... join the Stride for Kilbryde at Hamilton Park Racecourse on Saturday 8th June!

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M&D’s Football Fan Zone

Selected dates between 14th June 2024 - 23rd June 2024

Calling all Scottish Football Fans! Gear up for the ultimate Euro experience at M&D's outdoor football fan zone!

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The Big Game - Broadwood Stadium Fan Zone

14th June 2024

Experience the excitement of the Euro 2024 opening game at The Big Game - Broadwood Stadium Fan Zone on Friday 14th June!

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Glassford Gala Day

15th June 2024
Glassford

Glassford Gala Day returns on Saturday 15th June for its 83rd edition... it's a fantastic day out for all the community to enjoy!

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Larkhall Gala Day

15th June 2024
Larkhall

Save the date! Larkhall Gala Day is coming to town on Saturday 15th June, and it's going to be EPIC... get ready for a day filled with excitement, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

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High School Musical Jr.

16th June 2024

Folksy Youth Theatre are excited to bring Disney's smash hit movie High School Musical to life on the Rutherglen Town Hall stage!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Covington Gardens

16th June 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Come along and explore a group of three gardens in and close to Covington Village as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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East Kilbride Old Parish Church’s 250th Anniversary Concert

21st June 2024

Coalburn Intermediate and Silver Bands will be performing on Friday 21st June as part of East Kilbride Old Parish Church's 250th Anniversary celebrations!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta

Selected dates between 25th June 2024 - 3rd September 2024

Little Sparta is Ian Hamilton Finlay's greatest work of art. Come and explore the grounds as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Julia Donaldson Day

29th June 2024

South Lanarkshire's Cultural Venues and libraries are joining forces to bring you a fun-filled day featuring all your favourite Julia Donaldson characters on Saturday 29th June!

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The Land Of Giants

29th June 2024 - 14th July 2024

The Land Of Giants, the must-see spectacular outdoor Jurassic and Ice Age Experience, is coming to Cuningar Loop this Summer!

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Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

5th July 2024 - 7th July 2024

Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, at Lanark Memorial Hall this Summer!

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The Sound Of Music Sing-a-long

14th July 2024

Join in with well-known classics like 'Maria', 'Sixteen Going On Seventeen', 'My Favourite Things' and 'Do Re Me' at this sing-a-long screening of The Sound Of Music!

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History In The Field

19th July 2024 - 21st July 2024

History In The Field is Scotland's newest multiperiod living history event, hosted by Western Desert Recce Group, at the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre between the 19th and 21st of July!

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Milkshake! - Live On Holiday

20th July 2024

Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday when they bring their brand new show to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 20th 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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The Amazing Bubble Man

27th July 2024

Edinburgh Fringe favourite, Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences worldwide for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles... don't miss The Amazing Bubble Man at Lanternhouse!

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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Walled Garden, Shieldhill

4th August 2024
Biggar

Explore the redesigned and planted 200-year-old walled garden at Quothquan as part of this year's Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Shrek The Musical

8th August 2024 - 11th August 2024

Leave your troubles Far Far Away and embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, love, and ogre-sized fun when Shine Youth Music Theatre bring Shrek The Musical to Hamilton!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Greatest Hits

9th August 2024

Artie is bringing the original Singing Kettles packed full of clues to his Greatest Hits show at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 9th August!

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Taylor Swift Tribute

9th August 2024

Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 9th August!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobwood Cottage Garden

10th August 2024 - 11th August 2024
Forth

A four-times winner of West Lothian Gardener of the year, Jamie invites you to Stobwood Cottage. In just four years he has established a hugely impressive garden in the South Lanarkshire countryside!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Greatest Hits

25th August 2024

Artie is bringing the original Singing Kettles packed full of clues to his Greatest Hits show at Cumbernauld Theatre on Sunday 25th 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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Cirque - The Greatest Show

21st September 2024

Cirque: the award-winning, smash-hit circus musical that is fun for all the family is coming to Motherwell Concert Hall on Saturday 21st September!

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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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Swan Lake

13th October 2024

After last year's successful tour, Crown Ballet returns this year to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of Swan Lake!

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Harry Styles Tribute

18th October 2024

Be prepared to experience Harry Styles closer than ever before and join in the fun with this one-of-a-kind tribute show at The Town House Hamilton on Friday 18th October!

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Musicals - The Ultimate Live Band Sing-Along

8th November 2024

Get ready to unleash your inner star and experience the magic of the musicals like never before when Musicals - The Ultimate Live Band Sing-Along comes to Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 8th November!

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Pinocchio

23rd November 2024 - 29th December 2024

Join Pinocchio on this raucous, silly and hugely entertaining journey. Sing along with him as he meets friends, old and new, and finds out what it means to be a real boy in this fun packed show!

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Aladdin

29th November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Motherwell Theatre's are excited to announce that this year's Christmas panto with Spillers Pantomimes will return to Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility!

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Special Delivery

30th November 2024 - 29th December 2024

Special Delivery at Lanternhouse is an enchanting musical journey filled with wonder created for little ones aged 3 to 7!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Jingle All The Way 5k

1st December 2024

The Jingle All The Way 5k returns to Chatelherault Country Park on Sunday 1st December!

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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Apple ‘N’ Spice

Apple ‘N’ Spice

23rd June 2024

Inspired by the stories of Ramayana and Snow White, Apple ‘N’ Spice at Eastwood Park Theatre, is the magical tale of two stepmothers: one from the East and one from the West.

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The Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - East Renfrewshire

The Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - East Renfrewshire

1st May 2024 - 31st May 2024

This May, join the movement to create safer, more bike-friendly streets with the Bike Month Challenge and #MakeEveryRideCount!

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Dinosaur Adventure Live - Trouble On Volcano Island

Dinosaur Adventure Live - Trouble On Volcano Island

9th August 2024

Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from an erupting volcano and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Giffnock!

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Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

Scotland’s Salute - A Tribute to D-Day 80th Anniversary Concert

Scotland’s Salute - A Tribute to D-Day 80th Anniversary Concert

6th June 2024

Exactly 80 years ago, Allied forces launched one of the most daring operations of World War 2. Join Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland at the Usher Hall as we pay tribute to their heroism!

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Jam Coding Club

Jam Coding Club

25th April 2024

Designed for children aged 6-12, these coding and computing sessions are packed with fun activities and interactive learning experiences that will leave your child eager to learn more!

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Spring Concert

Spring Concert

27th April 2024

Join Lothian Gaelic Choir for a magical evening of Gaelic music along with guest soloist Emma NicLeoid, a double Gold Medallist!

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Family And Kids Events in Fife

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

The Jack & Jill Market - Dunfermline

The Jack & Jill Market - Dunfermline

27th April 2024

Shop smartly, be savvy and save money when The Jack & Jill Market returns to The Vine Conference Centre on Saturday 27th April!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Greenhead Farmhouse

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Greenhead Farmhouse

15th September 2024

Visit Greenhead Farmhouse with it's south-facing garden combining a sense of formality in its symmetrical layout, with an informal look of mixed herbaceous and shrub borders.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Lindores House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Lindores House

2nd June 2024

Enjoy a woodland walk beside the loch and stunning views from the garden of Lindores House!

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Family And Kids Events in Glasgow

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

Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra

Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra

27th April 2024

Hear the future of jazz in Scotland and further afield as the musicians of the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra showcase their prodigious talent at Drygate!

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Park Lane Market at SWG3

Park Lane Market at SWG3

Selected dates between 12th May 2024 - 9th June 2024

Much-loved Southside pop-up Park Lane Market heads to SWG3 Glasgow for a special summer residency, taking place every Sunday between May 12th and June 9th!

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GoGreen Scotland

GoGreen Scotland

27th April 2024 - 28th April 2024

GoGreen, Scotland's first ever consumer sustainability show, headlined by Scotland’s Home of the Year television judge and interior designer Anna Campbell-Jones, comes to the SEC Glasgow in April!

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Family And Kids Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival

Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival

11th May 2024

The hugely popular Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival will be held on Saturday 11th May – with a fabulous selection of rides, activities, stalls – and plenty of fun for everyone!

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Paisley Sinfonia Diamond Jubilee Concert

Paisley Sinfonia Diamond Jubilee Concert

5th May 2024

Paisley Sinfonia, Paisley's original and only symphony orchestra, will celebrate their 60th anniversary with a Diamond Jubilee Concert at Paisley Town Hall on Sunday 5th May!

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Ed & Taylor Tribute

Ed & Taylor Tribute

1st December 2024

Don't miss a live show paying tribute to the two biggest names in the music business today, Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran, at Venue Paisley on Sunday 1st December!

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Family And Kids Events in Stirling

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

Stirling Highland Games

Stirling Highland Games

17th August 2024

The Stirling Highland Games return in August with an exciting programme of activities to entertain everyone!

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Bridge of Allan Highland Games

Bridge of Allan Highland Games

4th August 2024

Enjoy a great day out at the 2024 Bridge of Allan Highland Games on the 4th August at Strathallan Games Park.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Coldoch

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Coldoch

2nd June 2024

Enjoy the garden at Coldoch, sheltered by belts of mature woodland on three sides, it looks south over the Carse of Stirling.

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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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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 3rd February 2024 - 8th December 2024

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for its 19th year to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Big Kid Circus: Ayr

Big Kid Circus: Ayr

25th April 2024 - 28th April 2024

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at Ayr United Football Stadium between Thursday 25th and Sunday 28th April!

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Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

2nd May 2024 - 6th May 2024

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at Kilmarnock Rugby Club between Thursday 2nd and Monday 6th May!

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Dalquharran Dash & Dander

Dalquharran Dash & Dander

18th May 2024

Sign up for the inaugural Dalquharran Dash & Dander, a free community fun run set to take place along the picturesque Dalquharran Path Network as part of the Dailly Village Fete on Saturday 18th May!

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Ayrshire Motor Show

Ayrshire Motor Show

25th May 2024

The Ayrshire Motor Show, featuring a motorcycle stunt show, is being held at Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 25th May!

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Kelburn Garden Party

Kelburn Garden Party

4th July 2024 - 8th July 2024

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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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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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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The Land Of Giants
The Land Of Giants, the must-see spectacular outdoor Jurassic and Ice Age Experience, is coming to Cuningar Loop this Summer!
EK Rep Fest
This year sees the return of the EK Rep's Festival of one act plays where each night of the festival will see three plays from amateur clubs in the Lanarkshire area.
Classic Car Show
Get ready for a day full of family fun when Summerlee Museum's annual Classic Car Show returns on Sunday 21st April!
Woolly Weekend
See a shearer at work with Scottish Blackface sheep and enjoy wool-themed family crafts and activities at the Museum of Rural Life's annual Woolly Weekend!
Glasvegas
Scottish rockers Glasvegas have announced a run of intimate shows including a night at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 12th October!

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