Family And Kids events in Lanarkshire
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Events in Lanarkshire
Caledonia Gladiators Basketball Game
Looking for something different for your next family day? Swap the screens for live basketball entertainment and enjoy big energy, music, mascots and a safe crowd for all ages!
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Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings
Throughout the winter months you can visit Airdrie Observatory, one of only four observatories operating in the UK, on select evenings!
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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
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Bookbug at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions on Mondays during term time and on selected Saturdays through the year.
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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
Held weekly on Sundays from 10am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!
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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.
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RSNO Plays Sibelius
When the RSNO comes to play, everyone is welcome! Join presenter Gillian Moore as she introduces young and old alike to the wonders of classical music with Scotland’s National Orchestra.
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Rutherglen 900: Bloom
Blending traditional step dance, video projection and live music BLOOM is a story about people and place, community and change, and the joy of dance!
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The Taylor Swift Effect
The Taylor Swift Effect, the UK's ultimate tribute to Taylor, is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!
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The McDougalls: Winter Wonderland
Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at Airdrie Town Hall for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!
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Tractor Tots
Tractor Tots offers a fun, focused experience for younger visitors to the National Museum of Rural Life, introducing them to rural life through interactive creative play.
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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!
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Summerlee Science Festival
Get ready for a week of hands-on fun, mind-blowing experiments, and awe-inspiring science at the Summerlee Science Festival 2026, being held between the 13th and 18th February!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live
Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at East Kilbride Village Theatre on Saturday 14th February!
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Makers & Merchants Monthly Market
Makers & Merchants Market in Lanark is Scotland's newest and most exciting monthly market... a vibrant celebration of the best food, drink, and craft producers around!
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Valley View Panto: The Ugly Duckling
Starring the hilarious Ian 'Sheepie' Smith and the incredible Louise Andrée Douglas, The Ugly Duckling is packed with laughter, heart, catchy moments and plenty of audience fun!
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APW RUGGY RUMBLE
Live Pro Wrestling returns to Rutherglen as Attitude Pro Wrestling presents The Ruggy Rumble featuring Grado, Ravie Davie, Mr Wanderer, Rutherglens Hometown Manky Frankie and more!
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Big Band Jazz in the Afternoon
Prepare for an afternoon of fun as the future stars of jazz in Scotland – and beyond – demonstrate their instrumental skills to get your toes tapping – suitable for the whole family!
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The Little Mermaid
Minerva Juniors return to East Kilbride Village Theatre with their production of one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid!
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Nite Lite Run Dark
North Lanarkshire's night time running event, Nite Lite Run Dark, returns for 2026 on Friday 20th February!
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Dinosaurs Roar!
Come see the amazing dinosaurs roaming around the park and maybe even get a photo with them at Clyde Valley Family Park's annual Dinosaurs Roar! event on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd February!
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Glasgow Phoenix Choir In Concert
Join the Glasgow Phoenix Choir at Cambuslang Parish Church on Sunday 22nd February for an uplifting afternoon of music as part of their 75th season!
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West End has Faith
Experience an uplifting night of world-class musical theatre and inspiring faith as West End professionals perform live at Hamilton Baptist Church on Saturday 28th February!
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Bitter Sweet
From the creators of smash-hit show Taylor Fever comes Bitter Sweet, the incredible tribute concert to pop mega-stars Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo!
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The Little Iceberg
Come and join us as we bring to life, through music, song and dance, this beautiful story of The Little Iceberg!
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School of Rock
Get ready to rock out with Hamilton District Youth Theatre as they bring the hit musical School of Rock to the stage at The Town House Hamilton in March!
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K-Pop Forever!
Immerse yourself in the worldwide phenomenon that is K-Pop with this all-action tribute concert coming to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 28th March!
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The Jack & Jill Market - Motherwell
Shop smartly, be savvy and save money when the Jack and Jill Market Motherwell returns to Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility on Saturday 28th March!
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Playfully merging dance and British Sign language in a sensory world, A Home For Hamish is a colourful, immersive and interactive adventure for young audiences aged 4-7 and their families.
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Robin Hood
Folksy Theatre invites you to experience a brand new musical adaptation of this classic tale when they bring their production of Robin Hood to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Sunday 5th April!
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Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC!
Magic Gareth, one of the UK's TOP Family Entertainers comes to Cumbernauld Theatre, and this time he is bringing his balloons!
READ MORERobin Hood
Folksy Theatre invites you to experience a brand new musical adaptation of this classic tale when they bring their production of Robin Hood to Rutherglen Town Hall on Tuesday 7th April!
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Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Lanark Memorial Hall on Wednesday 8th April!
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Sleeping Beauty
Starbright Entertainments have teamed up with Airdrie Town Hall once again to bring you their brand new Easter pantomime adventure... Sleeping Beauty!
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Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician
The Great Baldini and Peter Clifford bring Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician to Cumbernauld Theatre on Tuesday 14th April!
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Ministry Of Science LIVE
Expect 20ft liquid nitrogen clouds, exploding oxygen & hydrogen balloons, fire tornados, bottle rockets and even a self-built hovercraft when Ministry Of Science Live comes to The Town House Hamilton!
READ MOREHolmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician
The Great Baldini and Peter Clifford bring Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Thursday 16th April!
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Immerse yourself in the worldwide phenomenon that is K-Pop with this all-action tribute concert coming to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 18th April!
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The Utterly Revolting Science Show
Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp machines and the world's loudest fart when The Utterly Revolting Science Show comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 18th April!
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High School Musical 2
Performed by the talented young performers of Encore Stars Academy, this feel-good musical promises an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages!
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Premier British Wrestling: 20th Anniversary
Action packed with a few laughs thrown in for good measure, Premier British Wrestling returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 25th April!
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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!
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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.
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Megaslam Wrestling: Live & Loaded Tour
The Number 1 live wrestling experience for families is heading to Lanark with it's BIGGEST tour to date as Megaslam presents: 2026 Live & Loaded Tour!
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A Wickedly Inspired Prosecco Afternoon Tea
Join us for another Prosecco afternoon tea here at Lanark Memorial Hall... this time in homage to the wonderful world of Wicked!
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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!
READ MOREK-Pop Forever!
Immerse yourself in the worldwide phenomenon that is K-Pop with this all-action tribute concert coming to Lanark Memorial Hall on Sunday 14th June!
READ MOREMinistry Of Science LIVE
Expect 20ft liquid nitrogen clouds, exploding oxygen & hydrogen balloons, fire tornados, bottle rockets and even a self-built hovercraft when Ministry Of Science Live comes to Airdrie Town Hall!
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Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure
With clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam's new live show at Airdrie Town Hall is perfect for all budding pirates!
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Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 7th August!
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Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 8th August!
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Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Cumbernauld Theatre on 23rd August!
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Science Museum Live
The Science Museum is going on tour! Experience this brand-new show at Airdrie Town Hall which will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you in new and exciting ways.
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Glasgow Inflatable 5k (Obstacle Course & Fun Run)
Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World's BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course when it returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 29th August!
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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:
Around The World in 60 Minutes… or Thereabouts
Join Anna the Explorer and a beat-dropping DJ at Eastwood Park Theatre for a high-energy, interactive family voyage across the globe featuring music, visuals, and worldwide wonders!
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Six Nations at GHA
GHA Rugby warmly invites you to join them to enjoy every tackle, try and triumph of the Men's 6 Nations in their clubhouse at Braidholm!
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Easter Egg Trail at Greenbank Garden
Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Greenbank Garden's annual Easter Egg Trail!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Newhailes Market
You'll find a fine selection of handmade goods, from jams and chutneys to pies and candles, at Newhailes House and Gardens' Market, held on the third weekend each month!
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Valentine’s Double Bill - A Candlelight Night at the Opera
Enjoy an amazing value package of candlelight concerts - Debussy's Romantic Piano by Candlelight and Gaston Leroux's Phantom of the Opera at St Cecilia's Hall on 14th February!
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Party at the Palace
Party at The Palace is coming home this summer! The annual festival returns to The Peel, right next to the Palace, on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
St Andrew’s Market
Come along to Markets Between Two Firths' monthly St Andrew's Market in South Street which features a variety of local independent producers and creatives!
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GAMA Youth present: Charlie & The Chocolate Factory
2026 marks GAMA Youth’s 20th Anniversary, join them in the magical land of Roald Dahl and Charlie & The Chocolate Factory at Rothes Halls in February!
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Early Summer Coffee Morning
Join Anstruther Improvements Association on Saturday 16th May for their early Summer coffee morning for all the generations!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Enormous Crocodile The Musical
The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle to the King's Theatre Glasgow... snap up your tickets today for this wickedly funny musical adventure, perfect for the whole family!
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Zog
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children which comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in July!
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A Home For Hamish
Playfully merging dance and British Sign language in a sensory world, A Home For Hamish is a colourful, immersive and interactive adventure for young audiences aged 4-7 and their families.
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
UK’s Strongest Man 2026
For the first time in the show's legendary history, the Live UK's Strongest Man 2026 competition is coming to Braehead Arena in August! Scotland ARE YOU READY?
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Scotland Vegan Festival
The Scotland Vegan Festival returns for another installment to the Lagoon Leisure Centre, Paisley on Saturday 7th February!
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West End Magic
West End Magic, London's longest running magic show, brings wonder, delights and surprises direct from the West End to Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 11th April!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Hubbub Live!
Experience an exciting evening at Macrobert Arts Centre on Saturday 11th April as local stars and guest performers ignite the stage with a vibrant showcase of dance, song, and theatre!
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The McDougalls: Farmyard Fun
E-I-E-I-O! It’s time to join everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company on a brand new farm-tastic musical adventure at Macrobert Arts Centre on 23rd May!
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Easter Egg Trail at Bannockburn
Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in The Battle of Bannockburn's annual Easter Egg Trail!
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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!
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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions
AR26 Charity's Free Football For All Sessions are running between January and April, offering free fun and football on weeknights to kids between 6 and 14 years!
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The Blackheart Market: Ayr
The Blackheart Market returns to Ayr when it takes over the Town Hall on Saturday 31st January featuring horror, goth and alternative merchandise, crafts, art and much more!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2026 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Kinross Wildlife Watch
Kinross Wildlife Watch is for kids that can't get enough of exploring the great outdoors or those desperate to find out a bit more about the weird and wonderful creatures we share our world with!
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Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland
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!
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Easter Egg Trail at Culzean Castle
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!
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Easter Egg Trail at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
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!
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