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Talks And Lectures events in Renfrewshire

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Events in Renfrewshire

Riot Grrrl Thursdays: Women in Art

Selected dates between 11th September 2025 - 23rd October 2025

Join Art Riot Studio for Riot Grrrl Thursdays, each week taking a look at different women in art, delving into their approach, influences and art styles.

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Fixed In Renfrewshire: How To Run A Repair Cafe

2nd October 2025

Whether you're looking to set up a repair cafe or are just curious about what they are, come hear the story of Gryffe Repair Cafe and find out how to set up a community repair initiative.

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Paisley & District U3A Talks: A Banker Behind Bars: From Loans to Lifers

2nd October 2025

It's nearly time for former prison governor, Ian Gunn to share stories about his life behind bars... he's speaking at Paisley and District u3a on Thursday 2nd October.

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Paisley Heritage Talk: History of Paisley’s Railways By Robert Law

2nd October 2025

Join Paisley Heritage on Thursday 2nd October at their Discover Paisley Hub on County Place for Robert Law's fascinating talk all about the history of Paisley's trains.

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An Evening With Daniel Aubrey

3rd October 2025

Join Waterstones Braehead for a fantastic night of crime with Daniel Aubrey, interviewed by Alex Kane to celebrate the release of Aubrey's new book, The Dying Light.

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History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire

18th October 2025

Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 18th October for their in-person History Cafe discussing Views Of Renfrewshire.

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Rangers Legends Live!

23rd October 2025

An Evening with Rangers legends comes to the Beacon Arts centre in Greenock Starring: Mark Hateley, Ian Durrant, John Brown and Graham Roberts.

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An Evening with Sally Magnusson in Conversation with Laura Maxwell

22nd November 2025

Sally Magnusson will be discussing her newest novel, The Shapeshifter's Daughter, in conversation with BBC Scotland's Laura Maxwell at the Carrick Centre in Houston on Saturday 22nd November.

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Simon Yates of Touching the Void - Pleasure and Pain

1st February 2026

Touching the Void mountaineer Simon Yates returns to Beacon Arts Centre with more stories from the last decade... of new adventures and climbs in the far north and south!

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An Evening with Jeff Stelling

10th February 2026

Paisley Town Hall hosts an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years!

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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire

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

An Evening with Martin O’Neill

An Evening with Martin O’Neill

7th November 2025

Eastwood Park Theatre will welcome former footballer and celebrated Celtic manager, Martin O'Neill, for a special event on Friday 7th November!

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Damian Hall - Running Forever

Damian Hall - Running Forever

6th May 2026

In his first theatre tour, Damian Hall will deliver stories of breaking long-distance running records and representing Great Britain, to running marathons dressed as a​ toilet and near-fatal mishaps

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An Evening With Allan Gaw

An Evening With Allan Gaw

13th January 2026

Waterstones Newton Mearns are thrilled to be joined by Allan Gaw on Tuesday 13th January to celebrate the paperback release of his newest book, The Shadows and the Dust.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

DOMINATION: The Fall and Rise of an Empire with Alice Roberts

DOMINATION: The Fall and Rise of an Empire with Alice Roberts

10th November 2025

Join Professor Alice Roberts as she takes us on an investigative journey to establish who spread Christianity, how and why; the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another!

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Coffee & French Conversation

Coffee & French Conversation

Selected dates between 2nd October 2025 - 4th December 2025

Want to practice your French in an informal setting? Join us at the Institut français d’Écosse for a relaxed morning chat – over a cup of coffee or tea and a croissant or pain au chocolat!

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Malala Yousafzai - Finding My Way Book Tour

Malala Yousafzai - Finding My Way Book Tour

30th November 2025

Join the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize laureate and bestselling author Malala Yousafzai as she takes audiences through her deeply personal new memoir, Finding My Way.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Fife

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

Tree Seed Collection Walk & Talk

Tree Seed Collection Walk & Talk

5th October 2025

Join local tree grower Elana Bader from Darroch Nurseries on 5th October to learn about how we can help grow the next generation of native trees in Scotland!

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Killer Couples

Killer Couples

19th November 2025

Emma Kenny's Killer Couples promises an evening filled with intrigue, psychological depth, and discussions that will linger long after the show ends!

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Community-Led Funding for Climate Action

Community-Led Funding for Climate Action

6th October 2025

Join us for an evening exploring different funding models that can provide long-term support for community-led projects involving climate action and nature restoration.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Glasgow

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

Aye Write: Write Time Right Place

Aye Write: Write Time Right Place

15th November 2025

Scots Whay Hae podcast host Alistair Braidwood introduces a stellar evening of prose and poetry from the Into Creative team.

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Celebrate Unquiet Guests with Dan Coxon, Kirsty Logan, and Will Maclean

Celebrate Unquiet Guests with Dan Coxon, Kirsty Logan, and Will Maclean

29th October 2025

Join Waterstones Argyle Street for an early Halloween celebration of Unquiet Guests, an anthology of haunted house stories from modern masters of the macabre!

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Aye Write: The Guide to Gaelic Scotland: Coinneach Maclean with Maureen Macleod

Aye Write: The Guide to Gaelic Scotland: Coinneach Maclean with Maureen Macleod

6th November 2025

Gaelic speaker and South Uist native Coinneach Maclean sits down with travel writer and BBC radio presenter Mauren Macleod to discuss his new book as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain

Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain

Selected dates between 23rd January 2025 - 17th December 2025

Pain Association Scotland run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.

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International Sherry Week: Sherry Showcase at Jackton Distillery

International Sherry Week: Sherry Showcase at Jackton Distillery

8th November 2025

Join the team at Jackton Distillery during International Sherry Week for a special celebration of the timeless connection between sherry and whisky.

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An Evening With Peter McQueen and The Hebridean Baker

An Evening With Peter McQueen and The Hebridean Baker

30th October 2025

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture presents a special evening of storytelling at The Town House Hamilton, on 30th October, featuring Peter MacQueen and Coinneach MacLeod (the Hebridean Baker)!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Stirling

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

Leo Houlding - Exposed

Leo Houlding - Exposed

6th February 2026

Join legendary climber Leo Houlding for his next new show, Exposed, a gripping live experience with stunning visuals, film, and storytelling from the world’s wildest places.

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Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much

Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much

8th November 2025

In this fascinating "Evening With", Stewart Copeland will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer!

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Brett Tippie – The Right Line

Brett Tippie – The Right Line

5th November 2025

Join Brett Tippie at The Albert Halls, Stirling on 5th November and hear stories of his wild and inspiring roller-coaster of a career!

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature

A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature

1st November 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Join the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum this November as they welcome a selection of authors in this celebration of Scottish literature!

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Book Week Scotland

Book Week Scotland

17th November 2025 - 23rd November 2025
Nationwide

Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2025 festival will be held between between the 17th and 23rd November!

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Media Shop
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Popular Events

Braehead Autumn Fashion Weekender
Braehead Shopping Centre is turning up the style this October with its free Autumn Fashion weekender, on Saturday 4th October and Sunday 5th October!
Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight
Join London Concertante at Paisley Abbey as they celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a symphonic feast that will leave your heart soaring and your soul filled with joy!
Christmas At The Movies By Candlelight
Join London Concertante at Paisley Abbey and embark on a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films!
Autumn Coffee Morning
Join the organisers of Kilbarchan Show for a lovely coffee catch-up with lots of chat and fabulous home baking at their Autumn Coffee Morning on Saturday 4th October!
King Of Birds
Don't miss Americana rock band King of Birds and special guest Sulidae live at The Bungalow Paisley on Tuesday 23rd December!

Popular Listings

Beacon Arts Centre Braehead Arena Johnstone Town Hall Old Swan Inn Paisley Paisley Abbey Paisley Arts Centre Paisley Town Hall Robertson Park Renfrew The Bungalow Paisley Venue Paisley