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Summer Holiday events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 28th September 2025

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2025 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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Jurassic Lanark

20th June 2025 - 10th August 2025
Lanark

After 50 million years, the dinosaurs are back... and they're even more hungry! Don't miss your chance to spot them on the Jurassic Lanark Trail this Summer!

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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde

Selected dates between 21st June 2025 - 27th August 2025

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

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Barrio Fiesta Scotland

28th June 2025

Barrio Fiesta Scotland at Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 28th June is a vibrant, family-friendly, cultural festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Philippines!

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How To Train Your Velociraptor

28th June 2025 - 10th August 2025

Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are in for a roaring time this summer as the family favourite destination is to host free daily dinosaur shows!

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The Lost Kingdom

28th June 2025 - 13th July 2025

Enjoy a unique and spectacular edutainment experience at The Lost Kingdom! Experience the Jurassic Era with over 50 animatronic dinosaurs... it's the perfect day out for families to enjoy.

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Revive Festival

5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025

Don't miss a fun filled weekend when the Revive Festival returns to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th July!

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Twelfth Night

8th July 2025

Bursting with romance and laughter, Folksy Theatre's outdoor production of Twelfth Night at Chatelherault is a whirlwind of mistaken identities and joyful endings!

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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Chatelherault

11th July 2025 - 13th July 2025

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

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Scotia Cat Fanciers Championship Cat Show

12th July 2025

Scotia Cat Fanciers will be holding their annual Championship Cat Show at Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 12th July!

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Robin Hood

18th July 2025

Folksy Theatre invites you to experience a brand new musical adaptation of this classic tale when they bring their outdoor production to Chatelherault Country Park!

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Milkshake! - Live On Holiday

19th July 2025

Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday when they bring their brand new show to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 19th July!

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The Lion King Sing-A-Long

20th July 2025

Sing-a-Long Season at Cumbernauld Theatre continues on Sunday 20th July with a special screening of family favourite The Lion King!

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Valley View at Goulding’s Summer Pantos

22nd July 2025 - 10th August 2025

This summer Valley View at Goulding's joins forces with local company Stagecraft Entertainment to bring you two brand new family shows... Puss in Boots and Into The Woods!

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Bricks For ME

26th July 2025

On Saturday 26th July, LEGO builders will be coming together at Cumbernauld New Town Hall to show off their latest builds and raise awareness of ME, all in aid of charity Smile for ME!

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Calderglen Family Run of Colour

27th July 2025

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 27th July!

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Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure - CANCELLED

27th July 2025

Join Fireman Sam at Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 27th July as he sets out to rescue Norman and his friends on a camping adventure!

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The Great Baldini’s Family Magic Show

27th July 2025

Legendary magician the Great Baldini tells the story of his (and Baldwin the magical dog's) life from his first trick to the height of their careers – attempting Houdini's greatest escape!

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Community Day

1st August 2025

David Livingstone Birthplace is hosting their annual Community Day on Friday 1st August celebrating Culture, Community & Creativity!

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Dinosaur Adventure Live: The Big Jurassic Storm

7th August 2025

Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Lanark Memorial Hall!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland

8th August 2025

Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 8th August!

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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

9th August 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at East Kilbride Village Theatre!

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Summer Holiday Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Pro-Soccer Skills School Summer Camps

Pro-Soccer Skills School Summer Camps

26th June 2025 - 13th August 2025

Pro-Soccer Skills School Summer Camps are fun and innovative classes designed to give children an enjoyable start to the nation's favourite game during the school holidays!

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The Secret Lives of  Butterflies and Moths

The Secret Lives of Butterflies and Moths

27th July 2025

To tie in with both National Moth Week and the Big Butterfly Count, the Whitelee Countryside Rangers are celebrating all things moths and butterflies, with activities throughout the day!

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Magic & Musicals: Summer Camp

Magic & Musicals: Summer Camp

14th July 2025 - 18th July 2025

Dance Inc. Studio's popular dance camp is back for the Summer holidays with lots of fun and games for your little ones while they're off school!

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Summer Holiday Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

A Trail of Burke & Hare

A Trail of Burke & Hare

11th June 2025 - 31st December 2025

Follow a tale from Edinburgh's fascinating history as you journey through the very sites and locations where it all took place on outdoor escape room, A Trail of Burke & Hare!

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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dalkeith Country Park

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dalkeith Country Park

4th July 2025 - 6th July 2025

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Summery Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

Summery Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

23rd August 2025

Explore the art of eco-resin and create your own colourful summery tray that adds beauty and character to any space!

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Summer Holiday Events in Fife

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

Burntisland Fairground

Burntisland Fairground

31st May 2025 - 24th August 2025

Burntisland Fairground returns this summer! Situated on the links just yards from a Blue Flag beach, this traditional funfair provides all you need for a great family day out!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Crail: Gardens in the Burgh

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Crail: Gardens in the Burgh

5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025

Take an enjoyable stroll around this quintessential East Neuk village and explore its many beautiful gardens.

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Magic Gareth: Balloonatic

Magic Gareth: Balloonatic

17th July 2025

Balloonatic is an exciting and fun family show with balloons, games, prizes, and mindblowing magic live on stage. Catch it at The Byre Theatre St Andrews on Thursday 17th July!

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Summer Holiday Events in Glasgow

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

F1 The Movie in IMAX

F1 The Movie in IMAX

23rd June 2025 - 6th July 2025

Secure your seat now and be in pole position for the most immersive race of the season. Experience F1® The Movie in IMAX at Glasgow Science Centre this Summer!

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Pollok Fold Events

Pollok Fold Events

Selected dates between 8th April 2025 - 16th October 2025

The staff at Pollok Fold have some exciting events running throughout the year, come along and learn all about their award-winning highland cattle!

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Silent Disco Magic

Silent Disco Magic

6th August 2025

Join the National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall for Silent Disco Magic, they'll supply the headphones, you supply your funky moves and be transported through a century of dancing across Scotland!

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Summer Holiday Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

SPLAT!

SPLAT!

5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025

Set in an artists studio, SPLAT! follows two aspiring artists one dedicated and serious the other erratic and messy as they attempt to complete their masterpieces!

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Gillian Easdale School of Dance Summer Camp Extravaganza

Gillian Easdale School of Dance Summer Camp Extravaganza

7th July 2025 - 8th July 2025

Join Gillian Easdale School of Dance for the Ultimate Summer Camp Experience on Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th July!

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Art Riot Studio Summer Camp

Art Riot Studio Summer Camp

Selected dates between 21st July 2025 - 7th August 2025

Come create paintings, prints, sculptures, and more, at this spectacular Summer Art Camp and unleash your creativity with Art Riot Studio!

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Summer Holiday Events in Stirling

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

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole Festival

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole Festival

1st August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Doune the Rabbit Hole will be returning to Cardross Estate under new management from 1st to 3rd August as ‘Back Doune the Rabbit Hole’.

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Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

8th August 2025 - 9th August 2025

Rubber Chicken Theatre proudly invites you to ‘Be Our Guest’ as the most enchanted musical of all time, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Macrobert Arts Centre in August.

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Wee Skelfs Summer 2025

Wee Skelfs Summer 2025

15th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Green Aspirations Wee Skelfs holiday club is back for Summer 2025. It's designed to let kids play in the woods and explore their natural surroundings.

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Events in Other Areas

Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

This summer, join Culzean Castle on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole and into the enchanting world of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, brought to life in LEGO bricks!

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Kelburn Garden Party

Kelburn Garden Party

3rd July 2025 - 7th July 2025

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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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

5th August 2025 - 7th August 2025

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

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Hostelworld
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Popular Events

Bounce In The Park - East Kilbride
Bounce In The Park, Scotland's BIGGEST inflatable theme park, is coming to East Kilbride's Show Park for a full-on family adventure!
Fun For Little Ones - A Tribute To Ms Rachel
Don't miss Fun For Little Ones at The Town House Hamilton, bringing 'Ms Rachels' character to life in a fun, interactive LIVE performance with lots of audience participation for the kids!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Lanark Town Gardens
Explore a selection of Gardens in Lanark as part of Scotland’s Gardens, the easily walked route provides an eclectic mix including a miniature orchard and an extensive rock garden!
Community Day
David Livingstone Birthplace is hosting their annual Community Day on Friday 1st August celebrating Culture, Community & Creativity!
Strathclyde Farmers Market
Don't miss the monthly Strathclyde Country Park Farmers Market, showcasing a selection of local producers, from fruit and veg to award winning meats, bakeries & dog treats!

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Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton