Outdoor events in Lanarkshire in April 2026

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!

Chatelherault Market

Held weekly on Sundays from 10am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

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

Falls of Clyde Badger Cubs - Wildlife Watch Group

Join the Badger Cubs wildlife watch group at Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre - perfect for little ones aged 0-6 years who love exploring nature and having outdoor adventures!

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

Lanark Market Car Boot Sale

An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 1pm!

Lanark Medieval Celebration

On Saturday 25th April, Lanark town centre will step back in time as Lanark Medieval Celebration returns with a lively programme of demonstrations, performances and hands-on activities for all ages!

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!

Spring at Baron’s Haugh

Head along to RSPB Baron's Haugh Nature Reserve on Sunday 5th April for some family friendly activities and explore the changes in nature spring brings about!

Stereofunk Festival

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

Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2026 season on Saturday 4th April and will run every weekend until the end of September!

Strathclyde Parkrun

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

Summerlee Classic Car Show

Get ready for a day full of fun when Summerlee Museum's annual Classic Car Show returns on Sunday 26th April, perfect for families and car enthusiasts alike!

Join Clarkston Bowling & Tennis Club for their Try Bowls Afternoons on Saturday 18th April, it's the most fun you can have on two feet and can be played by young and old alike!

Grab your favourite grown-up and venture into Clarkston on Sunday 19th April for the annual I Love Clarkston Easter Trail!

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!

Join the Beltane Fire Festival on Calton Hill on Thursday 30th April, as fire, story, and ritual bring everyone together once more to mark the season of growth, connection, and renewal!

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

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

Come along to Markets Between Two Firths' monthly Cupar Market in Crossgate which features a variety of local independent producers and creatives!

Pick up some wonderful local produce in the heart of Dunfermline at the monthly Dunfermline City Artisan Market on St Catherine's Wynd!

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

Clydeside Easter Funland is coming to Glasgow's West End this Easter, expect a brand new family-first Easter experience packed with rides, inflatables and live entertainment!

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

Fun Time Carnivals are bringing their funfair back to Glasgow Green between Friday 3rd and Sunday 19th April, just in time for the Easter Holidays!

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!

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!

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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!

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

Get ready to jump, slide, and conquer the ultimate muddy challenge at the Auchingarrich Mud Monsters Family Fun Run on Sunday 26th April and Sunday 24th May!

Blair Castle & Estate will open their beautifully landscaped gardens to the public on Sunday 12th April as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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!

Get ready for a fantastic day out for all the family as Renfrew Classic & American Car Show returns to Robertson Park for 2026 on Saturday 11th April!

Dogs Day Out returns to Renfrew's Robertson Park on Sunday 12th April for another celebration of all things doggy with lots of fun activities for you and your four-legged family members!

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

Join Stirling Bowling Club for their Try Bowls Afternoons on Saturday 11th April, it's the most fun you can have on two feet and can be played by young and old alike!

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

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!