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Summer Holiday events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Low Parks LEGO Club

Selected dates between 7th February 2026 - 17th October 2026

Kids of all ages & abilities are invited along to Low Parks Museum for their friendly & creative Lego Club, held on the first and third Saturdays of each month between February and October!

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Sleepout For Kilbryde Hospice

26th June 2026

For the very first time ever, the home of Motherwell FC is hosting a Sleepout... and it's all in celebration of 25 years of Kilbryde Hospice and 140 years of Motherwell FC!

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Barrio Fiesta Glasgow

27th June 2026

Barrio Fiesta Glasgow, a vibrant, family-friendly, cultural festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Philippines, returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 27th June!

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K-Pop Trio

28th June 2026

Get ready for a spectacular celebration of K-Pop's biggest hits, the songs kids (and grown-ups!) know and love when The Ultimate K-Pop Trio comes to the AlonA Hotel on Sunday 28th June!

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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Chatelherault

10th July 2026 - 12th July 2026

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

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Ministry Of Science LIVE

22nd July 2026

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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Archaeology Weekend

25th July 2026 - 26th July 2026

Discover Scotland's hidden treasure at the National Museum of Rural Life's Archaeology Weekend, featuring the latest finds, hands-on metal detecting, and free sessions to assess your own treasures!

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East Kilbride Farm Show

25th July 2026

The annual East Kilbride Farm Show will will return to West Nerston Farm on Saturday 25th July, it's a great day out for all the family!

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Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure

25th July 2026

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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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

7th August 2026

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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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

8th August 2026

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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Transform_No10

15th August 2026
Airdrie

Come visit this small family garden in Airdrie as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme. It's a lovely, plant-filled garden that shows that you can have a beautiful garden in the midst of family life!

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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:
Foodies Festival Glasgow
14th August 2026 - 16th August 2026

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will once again return to Rouken Glen Park in August with headliners Boyzlife and Symphonic Ibiza!

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:
Musselburgh Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair
Selected dates between 31st January 2026 - 1st November 2026

Northern Toy Fair returns to Musselburgh Sports Centre in 2026 with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair featuring a fantastic selection of vintage, retro & new toys, models & collectables!

Norton House Hotel & Spa Family Fun Day
9th August 2026

Get ready for a cracking Family Fun Day at Norton House Hotel & Spa, featuring entertainment, tasty treats, and fun for everyone... even your four-legged friends are invited!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pentland Crescent Gardens
28th June 2026

Pentland Crescent Gardens include neighbouring gardens all laid out very differently, offering a wide range of ideas for visitors.

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:
Athena Language Camp Info Evening
11th March 2026

Discover summer opportunities for your teen as Athena Language Camps hold an information evening on their one-week immersive summer programme in Spain, at Fern Cafe on Wednesday 11th March!

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live
9th August 2026

Get ready to be transported into a world of nostalgic tunes at Rothes Halls, as Artie takes you on a musical journey through the magical world of The Singing Kettle!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Crail: Gardens in the Burgh
4th July 2026

Take an enjoyable stroll around this quintessential East Neuk village with its stunning coastal location and explore its many beautiful gardens!

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:
My First Concert
29th June 2026

Perfect for ages 2–7, My First Concert is a heart-warming, high-energy experience which shows how being kind, working together, and having fun can make the world a happier place!

Little Look Club
Selected dates between 14th February 2026 - 10th October 2026

Come and explore artworks together with your wee ones at the Hunterian Art Gallery's Little Look Club and let their imaginations flow!

Barbie®: The Exhibition
13th June 2026 - 18th October 2026

Come and celebrate how Barbie has inspired generations across the world for almost seventy years when Barbie®: The Exhibition comes to Glasgow's Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!

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:
PLAY Expo Glasgow
11th July 2026 - 12th July 2026

PLAY Expo Glasgow, the UK's favourite and longest running arcade, indie and retro video gaming expo, is returning in to Braehead Arena on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July!

UK’s Strongest Man 2026
8th August 2026 - 9th August 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?

Sma’ Shot Day
4th July 2026

Paisley's annual Sma' Shot day event, one of the oldest workers' festivals in the UK, will take place this year on Saturday 4th July!

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:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 60 Greenhead
26th July 2026

Visit 60 Greenhead, a delightful hidden garden in Alva with extensive planting and clever use of pots throughout, as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Scotland’s National Hero
7th February 2026 - 25th October 2026

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole
17th July 2026 - 19th July 2026

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole returns to Cardross Estate between the 17th and 19th July featuring massive line-up of live acts across 5 stages including headliners Ash, Alabama 3 and Huey Morgan!

Events in Other Areas

Kelburn Garden Party
2nd July 2026 - 6th July 2026

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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Beith Community Gardens
18th July 2026
Beith

Enjoy a visit to three Beith Community Gardens on Saturday 18th July as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 19 Waterslap
25th July 2026
Fenwick

Explore the south facing garden at 19 Waterslap in Fenwick on Saturday 25 July as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: River Garden, The Restoration of Auchincruive
Selected dates between 1st August 2026 - 8th August 2026
Ayr

Auchincruive is steeped in horticultural history and the gardens are going through major redevelopment to bring them back to their former glory. Visit them as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Popular Events

We Three Kings of Rock n Roll
Don't miss an evening of pure Rock n Roll featuring the music of Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison courtesy of We Three Kings at Rutherglen Town Hall on Thursday 8th October!
bROTHERS iN bAND - A Dire Straits Tribute
Brothers in Band bring their high-caliber musical show, that has been recognized as the best Dire Straits tribute, to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 9th October!
Barrio Fiesta Glasgow
Barrio Fiesta Glasgow, a vibrant, family-friendly, cultural festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Philippines, returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 27th June!
Alona Hotel Wedding Fayre
The Alona Hotel is to host a sparkling Wedding Fayre featuring a stylish fashion show and a host of exhibitors who will be showcasing the latest trends for a couples' big day!
K-Pop Trio
Get ready for a spectacular celebration of K-Pop's biggest hits, the songs kids (and grown-ups!) know and love when The Ultimate K-Pop Trio comes to the AlonA Hotel on Sunday 28th June!

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