Events in Renfrewshire in May 2026

ABBA Ladies Day - Boozy Brunch - Havana Blonde

Enjoy a day out with the girls at Venue Paisley featuring live ABBA music performed by Havana Blonde, brunch buffet and your favourite cocktails to enjoy!

Addams Family Young@Part

The Theatre School of Scotland proudly presents The Addams Family Young@Part at Beacon Arts Centre, a spooky, fun-filled show celebrating family, love, and embracing differences!

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 16th May!

An Intimate Acoustic Evening with Wet Wet Wet

An Intimate Acoustic Evening with Wet Wet Wet will see the band perform a full set of reworked Wet Wet Wet classics, with the odd story and anecdote from their history thrown in for good measure!

ASN Football

Our ASN football sessions are open to individuals aged 16 and over. It offers regular training sessions and opportunities to participate in matches, all within a supportive and friendly environment.

Barshaw Junior Parkrun

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

Battery Park Junior Parkrun

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

Beginners Photography Workshop

Learn how to take great outdoors and wildlife photographs with your own camera, then see your results on screen on this Beginners Photography Workshop at RSPB Lochwinnoch!

Big Kid Circus: Greenock

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Greenock Harbour between Thursday 7th and Sunday 10th May!

Birding & Birdsong for Beginners

Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!

Bishopton Art Group’s Spring Art & Craft Fair

Bishopton Art Group are holding their annual Spring Art and Craft Fair on Saturday 16th May in Bishopton Community Centre!

Board Games Sessions

Do you love playing board games but have no one to play them with? Come along to Skirlies Cafe on the second Wednesday each month and play board games with some like minded individuals!

Board Games Sessions

Do you love playing board games but have no one to play them with? Come along to Harvies Bar and play board games with some like minded individuals!

Braehead Wedding Exhibition

Your wedding day is one of the most magical moments of your life, so make sure you visit the 2026 Braehead Wedding Exhibition for an immersive, inspiring, and exciting wedding planning experience!

Broomhill Gardens and Community Hub Annual Plant Sale

Broomhill Gardens & Community Hub will host their Annual Plant Sale on Saturday 30th May, enjoy a lovely day in the garden and pick up everything you need to brighten up your outdoor spaces!

Celebrating Celine - A New Day

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to her music, Celebrating Celine, at Beacon Arts Centre, promises an evening of joy, emotion, and unforgettable entertainment!

Chanters Choir Summer Term

Chanters Choir are looking for new members to join their friendly, welcoming group... no matter your experience, join them for their Summer Term beginning on Tuesday 14th April at The Wynd Centre!

China Crisis

Liverpool's musical royalty China Crisis will return to The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 2nd May as part of their 2026 Warped Tour!

Clyde Coast Strathspey and Reel Society Fiddlers Rally

Clyde Coast Strathspey and Reel Society are delighted to be hosting their annual Fiddlers Rally at Beacon Arts Centre on Sunday 10th May!

Come From Away

7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story. Prominence Academy of Performing Arts bring their production of the smash hit musical Come From Away to Beacon Arts Centre!

Dean Owens & The Sinners

Award winning Scottish troubadour Dean Owens brings his multi-talented band, The Sinners to The Bungalow Paisley on Sunday 3rd May as part of LNP Promotions Month Of Sundays series!

Definitely Oasis

Definitely Oasis triumphantly return to The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 16th May for a headline show and over two hours of non stop monster OASIS hits!

Desperados - A Tribute To the Eagles

Desperados will deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles at The Bungalow Paisley on Friday 8th May!

Dignity - The Deacon Blue Experience

Dignity, Scotland's premier six-piece, all-live tribute to the legendary Deacon Blue, come to The Bungalow on Friday 15th May!

Electricity OMD Tribute

Electricity, Europe's premier OMD (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark) tribute band, bring their Hits and More Tour to The Bungalow Paisley on Friday 29th May!

Elvis By Candlelight

Featuring an incredible live band, epic backing vocalists and one of the UK's leading Elvis tributes, don’t be 'lonesome tonight' and book your tickets to Elvis By Candlelight at Coats Paisley!

Family History Cafe

Join Renfrewshire Ancestors, from The Urban Historian, for their monthly Family History Cafe where you can kickstart your family tree research while supporting the Beatson Cancer Charity!

Fizz & Fun

Enjoy a spectacular evening of food, fizz and fun, alongside entertainment from the fabulous host, Edward Reid at St Vincent's Hospice's annual Fizz & Fun event on Sunday 31st May!

Gallowhill Men’s Group

As part of their work in Gallowhill, Active Communities have set up a Men's Drop-in group in Gallowhill with the aim of bringing local men together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Girls’ Night Oot! 2 - Heartbreaks and Promises

The ladies are back for a night full of song and laughter, don't miss the sensational sequel to Girls' Night Oot! at Beacon Arts Centre on Friday 22nd May!

GLOW - Creative Classes For Young People With ASN

PACE's Glow sessions focus on building confidence through drama and creative play in a relaxed environment. They are aimed at young people with additional support needs aged 5-18.

Grease: The Musical

Get ready to hand-jive the night away when PMOS bring their production of the beloved musical Grease to Paisley Town Hall in May!

Hells Bells a Tribute to AC/DC

The greatest AC/DC Tribute act on the planet, Hells Bells, return to The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 23rd May!

Heritage Buddies

Heritage Buddies - Where Buddies Rest: Stories Rise is a 2 year project being delivered by the Urban Historian funded by the Culture, Heritage & Events Fund from Renfrewshire Council.

Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival

The hugely popular Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival will be held on Saturday 9th May – with a fabulous selection of rides, activities, stalls – and plenty of fun for everyone!

Inflatable Fun City

Inflatable Fun City returns with a brand new location... Barnhill Farm! Bounce, slide, and play all day in an exciting new space made for maximum fun!

International Arena League

Arena football makes its debut in Scotland as the International Arena League (IAL) takes over Braehead Arena for an action-packed summer season!

Jarman: The Story of Derek Jarman

This vibrant solo play from Mark Farrelly brings Derek Jarman back into being for a passionate, daring reminder of the courage it takes to truly live while you're alive.

Jazz in the Afternoon with the Scottish National Youth Jazz Orchestra

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!

Juniper Three: Spiral Album Launch

Juniper Three, a vocal trio composed of Aimee Penman, Laura Hill and Outi Karhu, will launch their album, Spiral, at The Bungalow in Paisley on Thursday 21st May!

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!

Kilmacolm Farmers Market

Kilmacolm Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday each month in the Village Square, featuring a great selection of local Scottish produce!

Kim Carnie

Award-winning singer and composer Kim Carnie will play a headline show at Paisley Arts Centre on Sunday 24th May!

Kirsten Adamson And The Tanagers

Award-winning singer and songwriter Kirsten Adamson brings her band The Tanagers to The Bungalow Paisley on Sunday 3rd May!

Little & Mini Buddies

Join St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation for Little & Mini Buddies, fun and engaging football sessions for 3 to 6 years, at Renfrew Leisure Centre.

Live Music Fridays

Join us at Harvies on Glasgow Road, Paisley every Friday night for free live music!

Local History Cafe

Join Renfrewshire Heritage, from The Urban Historian, for their monthly Local History Cafe, perfect for anyone with an interest in Paisley and Renfrewshire history.

Local History Talks

Do you want to discover Paisley & Renfrewshire's history? Join Renfrewshire Heritage from The Urban Historian for their talk series, held on the last Tuesday each month in Paisley St George's Church!

Make Mess Matter At IKEA Glasgow

Make Mess Matter are dedicated to giving your child the messy play party experience with no added stress or mess for you at IKEA Glasgow!

Matilda Jr

Step into a world of magic and mischief as GSMP Community brings their recreation of Roald Dahl's beloved book Matilda to life at the Beacon Arts Centre this May!

May Fèis Weekend

Fèis Phàislig, the much-loved Renfrewshire arts charity, will host a brand new event in its calendar, the May Fèis Weekend - a three-day celebration of traditional music, Gaelic song and community!

McDonald’s Fun Football Sessions

St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation will host McDonald's Fun Football sessions, a national programme that offers free football to children aged 5-12 years, at Kirklandneuk Park on Mondays!

McDonald’s Linwood Astronaut Academy - CANCELLED

McDonald's Linwood are hosting an Astronaut Academy Charity Fun Day on Monday 4th May with plenty of fun and games in aid of the RMHCC!

Mimic Street Preachers

Mimic Street Preachers, a tribute to Manic Street Preachers, come to Venue Paisley on Saturday 23rd May playing all the classic hits and killer tunes from the first 5 albums!

Mindfully made

Join Amanda from The Butterfly Room at What If, Paisley, for this workshop decorating your own canvas using a combination of mindful art techniques!

Murder Mystery Afternoon: Bump Off at the BBQ

Join Rachael at Skirlies Cafe, Paisley for a fun filled couple of hours on this fully scripted murder mystery event, Bump Off at the BBQ!

Networking at Nomads

Come along to Nomads Coffee Shop Paisley on Friday 22nd May for a relaxed evening of networking, local chat and the chance to make new connections!

Night Of Mediumship With Stephen Black

Join Stephen Black for an incredible evidential night of mediumship at Venue Paisley on Wednesday 27th May!

P!NK By Vicky Jackson

Don't miss your chance to experience all the major hits including So What, Just Like a Pill, Raise Your Glass, Try, Trustfall and many more when P!NK By Vicky Jackson comes to the Beacon Arts Centre!

PACE May Fest!

Fest! is PACE's hugely popular school holiday performing arts festivals for young people aged 3-21 and are open to members and non members!

Paisley Book Festival

Renowned Scottish crime writers, a former first minister, a record-breaking explorer and one of the nation's most famous newsreaders will all star at this year's Paisley Book Festival!

Paisley Farmers Market

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!

Phil Kay - Fringe Legend

Come and see Phil Kay perform his latest show which is a beautiful mess of reminiscences as well as site-specific sillyness, and cracking conceptual one-liners at Beacon Arts Centre in May!

R&B Behaviour: Bank Holiday Beatz

Enjoy non-stop R&B, hip-hop and throwback anthems... from No Scrubs to Yeah!, Big Poppa to Family Affair when Ingliston Country Club hosts R&B Behaviour: Bank Holiday Beatz on Sunday 3rd May!

Raintown & Emma Jane

Expect big songs, raw emotion and an electric atmosphere in the intimate surroundings of Erskine Arts on Saturday 16th May with performances from Raintown & Emma Jane!

RANT

A decade on from their first performance, and with 4 acclaimed albums under their belt, RANT remain at the forefront of the Scottish fiddle scene... don't miss them live at Paisley Arts Centre!

Renfrew Market & Car Boot

Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!

Right Down The Line - The Gerry Rafferty Songbook

The magic and majesty of Gerry Rafferty's enduring music is brought to life in this emotive, evocative and extraordinary live musical celebration at The Bungalow Paisley on Sunday 24th May!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Wraes

Explore this tranquil seven-acre garden near Houston which has far-reaching rural views as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Simon Reeve - To The Ends Of The Earth

Join adventurer Simon Reeve at Paisley Town Hall for an inspiring evening of stunning imagery and stories designed to nudge you out of your comfort zone and embrace the wild world!

Skipinnish

Skipinnish are a powerhouse of contemporary Scottish music, don't miss your chance to see them live at Paisley Town Hall on Thursday 21st May as part of their Spring tour!

Sma’ Shot Cottages

The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!

Terraza Del Clyde

Get ready for three days of music, sunshine vibes and unforgettable atmosphere, all set within one of Inverclyde's most iconic open-air locations when Terraza Del Clyde returns for 2026!

The Bryan Adams Experience

The Bryan Adams Experience is a celebration and tribute to the hit songs and enduring popularity of Bryan Adams, don't miss them live at The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 30th May!

The Cords

Catch the utterly fresh sounds of The Cords as they bring their infectious, hard-hitting indiepop to The Bungalow Paisley on Sunday 31st May!

The Crafters Roadshow - Braehead

Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to Braehead Shopping Centre!

The Dolly and Shania Tribute Show

A Country night out like no other is coming to The Bungalow in Paisley... don't miss The Dolly Parton and Shania Twain Tribute Show on Friday 1st May!

The Gleniffer Singers Annual Concert

Join the Gleniffer Singers for their Annual Concert in Paisley, featuring a programme ranging from West End hits to modern classical pieces that is sure to have something for everyone!

The Golden Tree

Scottish musical super-duo Bobby Bluebell and Grahame Skinner's The Golden Tree focus on reimagining and covering classic songs by Scottish artists, don't miss them at The Bungalow on Sunday 17th May!

The Great Gnome Hunt

Explore the woodland trail and see how many items you can find on the Great Gnome Hunt with your family at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve!

The Johnny Cash Roadshow

With standing ovations every night, the Johnny Cash Roadshow is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that leaves audiences yearning for more! Don't miss it at Beacon Arts Centre on Thursday 21st May!

The Keg Open Mic Night

From comedians to spoken word or jugglers to musicians The Keg Paisley can't wait for your to showcase your talent at their weekly Open Mic Night!

The Laurettes

LNP promotions are excited to bring the fiery 5-piece all-female Scottish band, The Laurettes to The Bungalow Paisley on Sunday 10th May as part of their Month of Sundays events!

The McDougalls: Farmyard Fun

E-I-E-I-O! It's time to join everyone's favourite children's theatre company, The McDougalls, on a brand new farm-tastic musical adventure at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 2nd May!

The Scottish Festival of Railway Modelling

Calling all railway enthusiasts, modellers, and families! The Scottish Festival of Railway Modelling is set to be a spectacular event celebrating the intricate and fascinating world of modelling!

The Southmartins

Playing fast and loose with the back catalogues of the Housemartins and the Beautiful South, The Southmartins are a tribute not to be missed when they return to The Bungalow Paisley on May 9th!

Things Found in Books (Boo Hewerdine & Yvonne Lyon)

After a run of incredible shows across the UK, Yvonne Lyon & Boo Hewerdine are bringing their intimate, beautiful and poignant show, Things Found in Books, to Beacon Arts Centre!

Too Much Too Young

Whether you're a lifelong ska fan or discovering the movement for the first time, Too Much Too Young will have you dancing, singing, and remembering why this music still matters!

Try Bowls Event

Join Hawkhead Bowling Club for their free, open to anyone, Try Bowls Events. The club will provide everything you need, just wear flat-soled shoes.

Urban Sketch

Urban Sketch at The Art Department in Paisley is a month-long exhibition featuring work by artists from the Urban Sketchers movement!

Walk With Craig - Paisley Town Walk and Music Event Charity Day

Support Craig Ferguson of Paisley on his incredible journey walking 3,200 miles across America from LA to Boston for Scotland's World Cup match to raise awareness and funds for men's mental health.

Walking on Eggshells

Walking on Eggshells from, Siren Theatre Company and Scissor Kick, is a theatrical celebration of survival and a humorous insight into living and navigating relationships with Complex PTSD.

We’ll Be Coming

We'll Be Coming is a comedy about football, friendship and being Scottish from Caledonia Stage, don't miss it when it comes to The Bungalow Paisley on Thursday 14th May!

Whit’s Yer Chat

Don't miss a night of pure laughs and banter at Beacon Arts Centre with Jane McCarry & Edward Reid... think Loose Woman with a pinch of chaos and madness thrown in!

Wild Cards Easter at RSPB Lochwinnoch

Take the family out for an adventure and Egg‑splore the great outdoors with RSPB Lochwinnoch's new Wild Cards and uncover the hidden heroes of nature as you explore the nature reserve!

Wild Ivy Artisan Market: Johnstone Town Hall

The Wild Ivy Artisan Market at Johnstone Town Hall showcases 50 talented artisan makers and producers, with stalls full of locally made goods and produce, including apothecary, art, jewellery and gin!

Withered Hand

Don't miss Scottish indie folk-pop act Withered Hand, the solo project of singer & songwriter Dan Willson, live at Paisley Arts Centre on Friday 1st May!

Women’s Recreational Football

This recreational football session is for females aged 18 and above and of all abilities. It offers you the chance to play, enjoy the game, improve skills and connect with others.

You Choose

Nonsense Room Productions bring You Choose, their fantastic interactive musical show for all the family, back to Beacon Arts Centre on Sunday 10th May!

This May, Giffnock Theatre Players return to the Eastwood Theatre stage with a searing production of Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House!

Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with ABBAMANIA at Eastwood Park Theatre on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th May!

The Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market is your local indoor arts & crafts market held on the second Saturday of every month between March and October, with a festive weekend edition in November!

Following the success of his 2023/24 tour, Neil Brand invites you to celebrate the centenary of Laurel and Hardy with a brand-new show at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh in May!

Direct from London's West End, the edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller 2:22 A Ghost Story comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse in May 2026!

Don't miss 'An Audience With Mark And Lard', coming to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Tuesday 26th May!

Following the success of his 2023/24 tour, Neil Brand invites you to celebrate the centenary of Laurel and Hardy with a brand-new show at the Adam Smith Theatre in May!

Join Crime Masters to look for clues, interpret evidence, and help the police to solve the case on this murder mystery walk at Dunfermline's Pittencrieff Park on Wednesday 13th May!

Art in the Park at Craigtoun Country Park in St Andrews is set to be a celebration of art and creativity running over two weekends in May!

Join Two Doors Down star Grado, River City's Stephen Purdon & Chris Toal of Scot Squad and Queen of the New Year as they bring their smash hit podcast back to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Friday 15th May!

Machine Head, undisputed masters of huge riffs, pugnacious grooves and ferocious hooks, will headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 14th May!

Back by popular demand, All Right Now return to the Arcadia Music Cafe on Saturday 2nd May, playing the best of Free and Bad Company!

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 15th May!

Following the success of his 2023/24 tour, Neil Brand invites you to celebrate the centenary of Laurel and Hardy with a brand-new show at Airdrie Town Hall!

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!

Join a host of big-name authors and personalities, celebrating life stories, as the Boswell Book Festival returns to Dumfries House, Ayrshire for 2026.

The Boswell Children's Festival returns to Dumfries House! Authors, illustrators and mischief makers will be back, with a programme of fun filled activities for young readers and their families!

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!

Don't miss a major new exhibition of paintings exploring Scotland's landscapes through the distinctive vision of John Lowrie Morrison OBE (Jolomo) at The Strathearn Gallery!

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!

Keep curious kids entertained at Culzean Castle and Country Park's Nature Nippers sessions exploring the natural world through games, crafts and play!

Barrmill Community Garden is carved from a 19th-century whinstone quarry and situated within a 1890s parkland, including enchanted woodland walks, a fairy trail, and a nature trail.

Explore a colourful maple grove, a den for the youngsters and a rockery with alpines and small rhododendrons beside the burn when Burnhouse opens as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Extending over two acres, the garden at Knockmarloch has been developed to provide different areas of interest, including ponds, a labyrinth, orchard, stream and more!

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2026 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

Join Yoga With Lucie for a nourishing and celebratory day by the sea, welcoming early summertime and the Fire element — the energy of warmth, joy, connection, and vitality.

Get ready for a night of killer tunes and fang-tastic talent at BSPA's Rocking Spooktacular... a frightfully fabulous show that's guaranteed to rock your socks off at Macrobert Arts Centre!

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 Callendar House!

An Intimate Acoustic Evening with Wet Wet Wet will see the band perform a full set of reworked Wet Wet Wet classics, with the odd story and anecdote from their history thrown in for good measure!