Events in Renfrewshire on 05 December 2021
View all the upcoming events in Renfrewshire on the 05 December 2021 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Renfrewshire
Alpaca Trekking
West Coast Alpacas offer scenic walks through Ardgowan Estate with their fluffy, friendly alpacas twice daily at weekends!
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Centre for Lifelong Learning’s Autumn Term Short Courses
With the help of expert tutors, the Centre for Lifelong Learning at University of Strathclyde have developed an exciting range of classes to help keep you busy this Autumn!
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Christmas Markets At Barnhill
Come along and celebrate the festive season, country style down at Barnhill Farm where they'll be hosting their fantastic Christmas Market every weekend until the big day!
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Erskine & District Rotary Christmas Events with Santa
Erskine & District Rotary have two festive events coming up prior to Christmas, come out and see Santa while he tours around Erskine!
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Jingle Bell Fun Run
The 2021 Active Communities Jingle Bell Fun Run will take place on Sunday 5th December at Barshaw Park, Paisley!
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Paisley International Tango Festival
Paisley International Tango Festival returns to the heart of historic Paisley for three days between the 3rd and 5th December!
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Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends
Christmas is coming to Paisley town centre this year with a whole host of festive activities for all the family to enjoy!
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Robin Robin Adventure Trail
Celebrate your inner Robin on this adventure trail at RSPB Lochwinnoch where you will learn to sing like a robin, find your own superpower and use all your senses to connect with the robin within!
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Santa and the Snow
Enjoy the magic of a real white Christmas at one of the country’s top rated Santa experiences when Santa and the Snow returns to Snow Factor!
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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Braehead
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Braehead!
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Santa’s Grotto & Christmas Market
Come see Santa Claus at the Christmas Market and Funfair being held beside Braehead Shopping Centre from 11th November until Christmas Eve!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Braehead for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
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Weekly Online Computing Club for Kids
Check out ComputerXplorers SEScotland's online kids computing clubs, the perfect way to learn the latest technologies and develop invaluable tech skills.
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Welcome to IKEA’s Winter Festive’all
Join us as we celebrate being reunited again, and help you spread a little magic this festive season!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Christmas at Whitelee Windfarm
Whitelee Windfarm have got the festive season all wrapped up with a selection of events including a Santa's Grotto and their Winter Wonderland!
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
Giffnock Soccer Centre Ladies Walking Football Sessions
Grab your trainers, get into your football gear and join Giffnock Soccer Centre's Ladies Walking Football section!
Giffnock Soccer Centre Walking Football Sessions
Dust down the boots and training shoes, slip or squeeze into your football gear and join Giffnock Soccer Centre's Walking Football section!
Netherlee Living Advent
Netherlee's Living Advent Calendar is set to create some festive magic for everyone to enjoy in the countdown to Christmas, bringing the community closer together!
Peter Pan
You'll be taken on a magical journey back to Neverland with Peter Pan when traditional Scottish Pantomime returns to Eastwood Park Theatre this festive season!
Santa’s Grotto
Christmas magic for all the family awaits when Santa visits The Orchard Park in Giffnock this December!
The OP Winter Garden
Celebrate all things festive with a visit to the Orchard Park's Winter Garden and enjoy screenings of Christmas movies, mulled wine, pretzels, cookies & hot dogs!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
1:1 Textile Printing Session
Perfect for creatives looking to materialise a project, students wishing to expand their portfolio, beginners for gaining knowledge or anyone wanting to try learn something different!
A Christmas Cabaret
This Christmas, Le Monde presents to you A Christmas Cabaret; a dazzling, full-scale festive hour hosted by the fabulous Bruce Devlin.
A Walk in a Walled Garden
Enjoy a visit to Granton Castle Walled Garden! It's open to visitors for a couple of hours every Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
acting balance(d): Spilt Milk Members Show ’21
Spilt Milk Gallery is delighted to announce that this year’s edition of the annual members show is now live to view on the website!
Air and Space Exhibition
Air and Space is an online exhibition of recent paintings from artist Jill Ashforth featuring the beautiful collection Air and Space and her lyrical video poem Joy with the music of Max Richter.
An Edwardian Christmas
It’s Christmas 1910 all the family and staff come together to enjoy the season. Walk through Lauriston Castle on a special tour watching the performance by Edinburgh Living History unfold!
Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair
3D2D Events are pleased to be able to once again bring to the Assembly Rooms our spectacular Christmas Art, Craft and Design Fair.
Bairns in the Wood
Join us at Howden Park Centre for another Christmas cracker of a pantomime - Bairns in the Wood!
Beecraigs Festive Forest
Beecraigs Festive Forest is back for 2021. Even bigger, brighter, longer and more spectacular!
Big Big Christmas Parties
Are you ready for the best Christmas party nights in town? Then come along to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this December!
Breakfast with Santa at IKEA Edinburgh
Ho! Ho! Ho! This festive season we invite you to join Santa at IKEA Edinburgh for a festive breakfast for the whole family!
Burlesque Christmas Cabaret Dinner
Join us at Le Monde for a sophisticated and stylish Christmas soiree, combining an exquisite 2 course Festive meal with an innovative live cabaret show!
Cab-arette Showtour
A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi. Be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
Cards for Good Causes
The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, is now open at St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street, Edinburgh.
Castle Of Light
Expect wonder, enchantment and a spectacle of colour this festive season as Edinburgh Castle, the defender of the nation, becomes the ‘Castle of Light’ once again!
Castle Street Christmas Market
Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2021, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy. Not to be missed!
Catherine Bohart: Work In Progress
Enjoy an hour of new material from Catherine Bohart, the star of BBC2’s The Mash Report, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 4th & 5th December!
Children’s Classic Concerts: Santa’s Postbox
With plenty of Children's Classic Concerts sparkle, musical magic and seasonal singalongs, Santa's Postbox has got the perfect recipe for an action-packed concert yule never forgot!
China: Through the Lens of John Thomson
The first Edinburgh exhibition devoted to the Scottish photographer John Thomson (1837-1921) and his photography in China is on display at the James Watt Centre, Heriot Watt University.
Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!
Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
Christmas at the court of Mary, Queen of Scots
Come and see the beautiful Christmas decorations at the Palace and step back in time to discover how Mary, Queen of Scots would have celebrated Christmas over 400 years ago.
Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens
The Christmas Market returns to East Princes St Gardens in 2021 for a whole host of bespoke products, gifts and tasty treats!
Christmas Party Nights at Prestonfield House
Immerse yourself in Prestonfield’s Winter Wonderland party nights on selected dates in December.
Cityscape Photography Class
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh old town as he shows you the very best places to take some truly special pictures!
Conifox’s Christmas Experience
Conifox Adventure Park's sell-out Christmas Experience returns in 2021 bigger and better than ever for children and adults of all ages to enjoy.
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Discover Edinburgh’s Gruesome History
Do you want to explore Edinburgh's top sights in one evening AND discover gruesome secrets about the city that Scotland would rather keep hidden? Well then, this is the tour for your!
Drag King 101 with Phil Herrin and Dorian T. Fisk
Join us for Shut Up & King's first Edinburgh in-person workshop with Scotland's ‘oldest’ drag kings - Leither Phil Herrin and Glasgow's Dorian T. Fisk!
Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is open but with strict rules and guidelines. Come and join us for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!
Edinburgh Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk
The Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk is back and we are ready to welcome our Santa’s, Elves and Santa Paws back to West Princes Street Gardens for our much loved family fundraising event!
Edinburgh Zoo’s Christmas Nights
Make your evenings merry and bright this festive season with a magical journey through Edinburgh Zoo!
Ellie Harrison: Early Warning Signs
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is hosting one of artist Ellie Harrison’s four Early Warning Signs.
Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
Fit Fridays
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with DJ Josh Scott!
Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
Our ever-popular Christmas Zoo illuminations will return on selected dates this December from 5pm – 9pm.
Flamenca Dance Autumn Classes
We bring flamenco to the heart of Scotland and offer classes for all from Beginners to Advanced, six years to sixty-six (& beyond).
Flamenco Dance Classes for Kids
Alba Flamenca Kids classes starting again on the 23rd September for ages 3 to 16 years old. Fun classes to learn flamenco moves & plenty taconeos!
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore! The Fore Play Crazy Golf team have launched another cracking venue to eat, drink, play and up your selfie game in the heart of the Capital!
Growth Workshops: Animation Sensory & Play
If you are ages 6-11 and interested in animation, get signed up to our 5 week Animation Sensory & Play workshop!
Hannah Mooney: Into the Landscape
Award-winning Irish artist Hannah Mooney's new oil paintings, displayed as part of Into the Landscape at The Scottish Gallery, evoke light, darkness, depth, transience and drama!
Highlight - Sculptures and Drawings by Richard Goldsworthy
An exhibition of sculptures and drawings by emerging, RSA/Wasps award winning, artist Richard Goldsworthy is on now at Patriothall Gallery, Edinburgh!
In the Bleak Midwinter - Exhibition
Baskwell Arts second exhibition is embracing the cold with full force! In the Bleak Midwinter is on until 3rd February 2022 at 18 Spey Street Lane, Leith.
Incoming: New Acquisitions at the City Art Centre
Incoming: New Acquisitions at the City Art Centre presents a selection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and sculpture acquired within the last ten years.
Inspiring Walter Scott
On the 250th anniversary of Sir Walter Scott's birth, experience his novels through objects that inspired him.
Jack and the Beanstalk
Join the Cast of Jack and Beanstalk at the Reconnect Regal Theatre for a family adventure that’s got its head in the clouds!!
Jazz Sundays
Come along and enjoy Jazz Sundays at Soderberg Pavillion, Lister Square, with live music every Sunday from 5.30pm!
Joey Simons ‘The fearful part of it was the absence’
'The fearful part of it was the absence' is an exhibition by writer Joey Simons which investigates the periodic eruption and absence of rioting in Glasgow, and its effect on the shape of the city.
Kids Circus Club (5-8 year-olds)
Join Think Circus to spin, twirl, juggle and play at our Kids Circus Club (5-8 year olds) every Tuesday in Leith!
King’s Panto: Sleeping Beauty
Rise and shine, it's the pantomime of your dreams, as Sleeping Beauty comes to the King's Theatre!
Light Night Installation
This year Edinburgh’s Christmas will be working with Edinburgh-based artist Hannah Ayre to produce a contemporary art installation, which will illuminate the Mound with cascading geometric snowflake
Making Nuno: Visionary Japanese Textiles by Sudō Reiko
This autumn, world-renowned tapestry studio Dovecot brings the work of internationally acclaimed Japanese textile designer Sudō Reiko to Scotland with an innovative exhibition.
Meander Apparel Sunday Socials
Meander Apparel Sunday Socials are free weekly bike rides leaving from the George Street store, providing the chance for any casual cyclists to meet new people with common interests.
Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club
Celebrate the festive season and visit some of Edinburgh's most popular bars for some refreshing cocktails at a price you simply can't refuse with Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club wristband!
Nature Works - An exhibition of Artist Books on the theme of climate change
Nature Works features a broad selection of artist books on the theme of climate change and is showing at Upright Gallery from 3rd December.
Ocean Terminal Christmas Market
Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is taking place every weekend through November and over four day periods in December.
Potted Pathology: The Complete Collection
The Surgeons Hall Museums popular Potted Pathology collection in now available to enjoy at your leisure as a complete series!
Pottery Exhibition
Tiphereth is having an exhibition of pottery made by the members of our community. The pieces are for sale and can be collected after the exhibition.
QUEER STUFF: Small Press Market
Blunt Knife Co. is very excited to present QUEER STUFF: Small Press Market, featuring three brilliant LGBTQ+ local publishers on Sunday 5th December.
Quiet Advent
Every Monday in Advent at 3pm, St Columba’s by the Castle offers the opportunity to de-stress from the busyness of the pre-festive period with 20 minutes of quiet reflection by candlelight.
Ray Harryhausen - Titan of Cinema
This exhibition is in collaboration with the Ray and Diana Harryhausen Foundation to celebrate what would have been film special effects superstar Ray Harryhausen's 100th birthday year.
Reflections, The Light and Life of John Henry Lorimer
This exhibition at the City Art Centre will explore John Henry Lorimer’s art through five key themes: light, identity, family, femininity and home.
Remarkable Sights from Arthur’s Seat
Get out of the hustle-and-bustle of Edinburgh for a day as you take in stunning views of the city from Arthur's Seat and discover Edinburgh's unique history and folklore with a local guide!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Edinburgh
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Edinburgh!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Livingston
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Livingston!
Santa’s Grotto
Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa... it’s the perfect way for children to get into the festive spirit.
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Livingston for an exciting festive experience at Father Christmas’ Grotto!
Santa’s Secret Storeroom
This year, The Eco Larder is harbouring this years BIGGEST secret. Santa is in our storeroom!
Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker
This winter, banish the dark skies and enjoy a visual feast as we take you and your family on a fantastical adventure with Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker!
Shagged. Married. Annoyed. with Chris & Rosie Ramsey
For the first time ever Chris and Rosie Ramsey are bringing their smash hit podcast, Shagged. Married. Annoyed., live to venues this December... catch them at the Edinburgh Playhouse!
Shorthouse Live at The Voodoo Rooms
Join Shorthouse and full band for their first headline gig at The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Sunday 5th December!
SHRUB Coop Clothes Swap
SHRUB Coop is running a direct clothes swap on the first Sunday of each month. Come exchange some clothes and meet some new people!
SLIC - Thursdays
Get groovy with a mellow blend of Classic Hip Hop, Soul, R&B and chart at Subway Cowgate.
Small Spirits Big Show
Edinburgh's first dedicated Low and No Alcohol drinks fair is being hosted by The Small Spirits Company and WineKraft, this December!
SOLACE: Edinburgh Printmakers Members’ Exhibition
Marking the first Edinburgh Printmakers Members Show to take place at Castle Mills, this exhibition reflects the solace people have found in the arts over the past 18 months.
Spectacle of Light
Don't miss Dalkeith Country Park’s winter festive light experience 'Spectacle of Light' when it returns in 2021! It's a magical after-dark adventure for all the family!
Step aboard and make special festive memories on The Royal Yacht Britannia
Celebrate the festive season in style with a visit to The Royal Yacht Britannia this December and see the State Drawing Room and Dining Room, adorned with stunning decorations!
Stockbridge Market
A foodie heaven, creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show
Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in our long-running improvised show.
Summerhall Christmas Market
Summerhall’s annual Christmas Market will look a little different as due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, it will be hybrid a Market in 2021.
Sunday Lunch Spectacular
Simply have a wonderful Christmastime when you join us at Apex Waterloo Place for a three-course lunch and live entertainment this festive season!
Support The Makers Christmas Markets
Enjoy an incredible selection of beautiful handmade local artisan products and support the incredibly talented Makers this Christmas!
Tapestry: Changing Concepts
This two-floor exhibition, at the City Art Centre this winter, will feature work by 19 contemporary artists associated with the former Tapestry Department at Edinburgh College of Art.
The Big Escape Edinburgh
The Big Escape is a brand new interactive outdoor experience, played on your smartphone, which will turn Edinburgh City Centre into a giant escape game!
The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!
The Christmas Drive-In Tour: Edinburgh
The Christmas Drive-In Tour is coming to Edinburgh... it's the ultimate festive family night out featuring comedy, quizzes and film screenings all rolled into one!
The Pitt Market
The home of award winning street food, craft beer brewed in Edinburgh, wine, desserts & live music.
The Santa Experience
The Santa Experience returns! Add some magic to your Christmas with a visit to Santa and his elves at Archerfield Walled Garden.
The Secret Domes at Cask Smugglers
Cask Smugglers are thrilled to present our brand new Secret Domes, which boast some of the best views in Edinburgh from a spectacular vantage point on the rooftop of Waverley station.
The Snowman & Snowman and the Snowdog plus Santa visit
Everyone's favourite Snowman comes to life on the Big Screen in a double bill, plus a special visit from Santa, at the National Mining Museum Scotland this December!
The Typewriter Revolution
Drawing on our outstanding typewriter collection, this exhibition features a range of machines, including an 1876 Sholes and Glidden typewriter which was the first to have a QWERTY keyboard.
Upcycling and Sustainable Living Classes
Learn how to upcycle, become zero waste, reduce your plastic use and explore sustainable living with EcoArt's classes, courses and workshops!
Will & The People
Will & The People will bring their upcoming UK & European tour to The Mash House on Sunday 5th December!
Winter Exhibition
Pop in to Edinburgh’s newest contemporary art gallery, Colinton Arts, for it's Winter Exhibition showcasing 20 Scottish contemporary artists with a mix of paintings, glass, ceramics and sculpture!
Winter Open Studios
It's time to open our big colourful shutter at Coburg House Art Studios and invite you in for a Winter Open Studios of old (sort of)!
Winter Tales Book Festival
In celebration of 175 years of ground-breaking research into religion, spirituality and the arts, the University Of Edinburgh's School of Divinity is delighted to host it's first ever literary festiva
Winter Windows
Come and see Edinburgh's 2021 Winter Windows, showcasing the creativity of Edinburgh’s school pupils!
Events in Fife
Art-tastic
Come along to our colourful and entertaining family-friendly exhibition to explore the stories hidden within some of our fantastic paintings.
Christmas Concert
Get into the Christmas spirit at the Crail Community Hall Christmas Concert on Sunday 5th December! There should be something for everybody to enjoy.
Christmas Drive-in Movies
Enjoy drive-in screenings of nine festive and space themed movies at Fife Airport on the 3rd, 4th and 5th of December 2021, hosted by Aero Space Kinross and Cosmos Cinema Club!
Christmas Fayre
Don't miss the Crail Christmas Fayre taking place in Crail Community Hall on 4th & 5th December, with stalls, cafe and children's activities there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Cinderella: Panto 2021 - POSTPONED
Polish your pumpkins, dust off your gowns and grab your glass slippers as the Christmas 2021 pantomime Cinderella, is coming to Rothes Halls!
Explore! Travellers and Trailblazers
Let us take you on an epic adventure! Follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers to discover exotic lands and fantastic voyages through our hands-on, family friendly exhibition!
Forgan’s Weekend Ceilidh
Come along to Forgan’s Weekend Ceilidh is back every Friday and Saturday night from 10.30pm!
Funbox presents Santa’s Pyjama Party
Ho Ho Ho! Funbox invite you to a very special sleepover at Rothes Halls, but you’ll be too excited to snooze cos we're all staying up for Santa!
Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Dame Nellie Numpty and her useless son, Jack, for a traditional family panto, full of magic, laughter and excitement this Christmas!
Joy and Creativity – 60 Years of Kirkcaldy Art Club
Come along and join in the celebrations and enjoy the wide variety of art and craft created by the members – from greetings cards and prints, to paintings, ceramics, glass and much more!
Kids’ Dens: Lego Club
Love Lego? Then come along to our Lego Club! Become a MASTERBUILDER, creating Lego masterpieces with a different theme each week.
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart, indoor and outdoor every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs - Mental Health Drop In
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs have started mental health drop in sessions every Friday at Crosshill Business Centre, Lochgelly.
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs Kids Club
The Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs Saturday Kids Club is for families to have a safe environment to have some fun, so why not pop in and say hello!
Sanctuary
'Sanctuary', Sun Gallery's inaugural winter exhibition under new ownership, is a beautifully balanced mix of established & emerging talented artists in their own right.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Santa really is coming to town! Enjoy an extra magical experience this year when Santa comes to the Kingsgate Shopping Centre.
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Dunfermline
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Dunfermline!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dunfermline for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2020 Winners’ Exhibition
The Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2020 Winners’ Exhibition is on tour in 2021/2022 and you can see it at FifeSpace Gallery, Rothes Halls until 8th January!
The Magic of Christmas
The Magic of Christmas at Carnegie Hall is a collaborative event with Pitlochry Festival Theatre and is brimming with story, music and surprise!
Ya Wee Sleeping Beauty
The Kings present Kirkcaldy's brand new Christmas Show "Ya Wee Sleeping Beauty" a brand new, sparklingly magical fun filled show for the whole family!
Events in Glasgow
30 Minute Meditation Lunchtime Classes
Take half an hour out to cultivate inner peace and enjoy the rest of the day with an inspired and positive mind on one of Kadampa Meditaion Centre's Lunchtime Classes!
Admiral Fallow
The outstanding Admiral Fallow will play two homecoming gigs at Saint Luke's Glasgow on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December!
Afternoon Tea with Mrs Claus
Enjoy a selection of festive treats, scones and sandwiches served with tea, coffee or hot chocolate followed by puzzles and games with Mrs Claus at Pollok House this December!
Alestorm
Veteran pirate metal band, Alestorm, will tour the country this winter in support of their seventh album 'Curse Of The Crystal Coconut', catch them live at SWG3 on 5th December!
Amartey Golding: Bring Me To Heal
Amartey Golding's new large-scale commission combines filmmaking, photography and a handcrafted garment to highlight generational trauma in Britain and offer collective rituals of healing.
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Atul Khatri
Atul Khatri is one of the best stand-up comedians from India, don't miss him live at Cottiers on 5th December as part of his UK tour!
Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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!
Bob Hardy (Franz Ferdinand): show days / no show days
Show Days No Show Days is a visual exploration of the quiet moments that intercede soundchecks and the live performances that follow them during an otherwise hectic tour timeline.
Boudoirs, Dens & Dives Pop Up Shop
Don't miss the launch of Boudoirs, Dens & Dives, an exciting new business selling an eclectic and quirky mix of upcycled vintage, retro and preloved furniture, artwork, ornaments and accessories!
Brian Fallon & The Howling Weather
Brian Fallon returns to the UK and Europe for his first full-band tour in two years, don't miss him at SWG3 Glasgow on Sunday 5th December 2021!
Cancer Support Scotland Merry Little Christmas Fayre
Join Cancer Support Scotland at their annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th December at The Calman Centre!
CASH - Paying Respect To The Man In Black - Playing The Prison Albums
The UK's number one Johnny Cash tribute band present Live From The Prisons at The Garage Glasgow on Sunday 5th December 2021!
Cathy Wilkes
Cathy Wilkes has produced a unique body of work that challenges and engages with the experiences and ephemera of daily life.
Christmas Market at Glasgow Fort
The Glasgow Fort Christmas Market is returning in 2021! From 19th November until 29th December, pop along for a festive shopping experience for all the family!
Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass
Join Beewild Blooms for their Christmas masterclass where you will be sure to get into the festive spirit creating your very own door wreath to hang out in style!
Cinderella
Join Cinderella at the King's Theatre Glasgow as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming!
Cinderella 2: I Married a Numpty
Panto is back - oh yes it is! Enjoy an hour of sublime seasonal silliness, non-pc pantomonium, sassy songs and badass buffoonery when A Play, A Pie and A Pint return to Oran Mor this Christmas!
Citizens Theatre: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Full of theatrical magic and inventive storytelling, Dominic Hill's acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol at Tramway Glasgow captures the heart of Dickens' uplifting tale!
City Sightseeing Glasgow
With 21 stops where you can hop on and off to visit some of the city's leading attractions, City Sightseeing Glasgow is the perfect way to explore Glasgow!
Country Living Christmas Fair
Get in the festive spirit when the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair returns to the SEC Glasgow between the 2nd and 5th December!
Cranside Winter Village
Cranside Kitchen, the city's biggest outdoor restaurant venue, will be transformed into a Winter Village complete with Ski Gondola, Winter Snugs, Cosy Igloos and Festive Cocktails!
Curious About Glasgow
Have fun discovering Glasgow with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Daily Potions Cocktail Making Session 18+
Be immersed in a world of magic making your very own potions cocktail at The Root Of Magic!
Edible Art
Make Veggie Beasts, try your hand at cochineal tortilla wrap painting, create edible delights with faces and maybe even experiment in the Jelly Lab on this Edible Art class at Studio Pavilion!
Elf School At Princes Square Glasgow
Princes Square's very own elves will be teaching your little ones to help make this the most magical time of the year!
Elfingrove
Skate under the stars on a fully covered, purpose designed track against the stunning setting of Elfingrove outside Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
Epilepsy Scotland Ladies Lunch
Bring your sparkle to the Hilton Grosvenor Glasgow in December and join Epilepsy Scotland for their fabulous annual Ladies Lunch!
Family Constellations Online Workshop
Family Constellations is a one day workshop using constellations to help us to see more clearly into the entanglements that feed into our difficulties.
Festive Concert with Afternoon Tea
A firm favourite in House for an Art Lover's calendar, this is a truly festive afternoon of music and singing with Stuart on the Piano in the atmospheric surroundings of the Music Room!
Flair Gymnastics Club Gymnastics Classes
Flair Gymnastics Club have just opened a new facility within The Pitches in the Southside of Glasgow and have a range of new classes available for kids 5+!
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore Play Crazy Golf is the ultimate destination offering fun for grown-ups! They've got everything from bespoke, locally-inspired crazy golf to delicious drinks and the finest street food offerings!
Free Spirit Exhibition
Skypark, one of Scotland's premier business locations, has announced the opening of Free Spirit, a therapeutic art exhibition of bright and colourful paintings by Glasgow-based Artist Rothnie!
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
Glasgow Christmas Markets
The Glasgow Christmas Markets return to St Enoch Square again for 2021 offering a wide selection of festive delights!
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 - 2 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
Glasgow Illuminated
See iconic Glasgow buildings magically illuminated in sparkling light for the Christmas season every day between December 1st and January 2nd!
Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
Grosvenor Cafe - Brunch With Santa
Join the Grosvenor Cafe once again this December for their magical 'Brunch With Santa' mornings on Sunday 5th and 19th!
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a Historic Tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
InstaTour Glasgow
Would you like to know where the most Instagrammable spots are in Glasgow? Book an InstaTour and the guides will show you the best places in the city to take photos!
Jamie And The Unicorn... A Legend of A Panto!
The Gaiety Theatre, Ayr announce a return to live pantomime in 2021 with Jamie And The Unicorn – A Legend of A Panto!
Jeremy Deller: Warning Graphic Content
Warning Graphic Content at the Modern Institute, Glasgow brings together all of Jeremy Deller's print and poster works from 1993-2021!
Joan Eardley: A Centenary of Lives and Landscapes
To celebrate the centenary of Joan Eardley's birth Glasgow Women's Library are thrilled to exhibit five striking artworks on loan from the University of Edinburgh Art Collection.
José González
The wonderful Swedish singer-songwriter, José González has announced a string of dates including a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 5th December!
Khvay Samnang: Calling for Rain
Following COP 2021 Tramway's main gallery will present a new work for children and young people by Phnom Penh, Cambodia-based artist Khvay Samnang.
Les Misérables
After nearly a decade since the last sell-out UK tour, Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed Broadway production Les Misérables will tour the UK and it's coming to Glasgow for the first time!
Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival
Loch Lomond Shores is set to host a fantastic new Christmas Festival on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December featuring street food, children's entertainers and rides, live entertainment and more!
Love Actually with Live Orchestra
Following a sold out 2019 tour, Love Actually will once again be screened live across the UK with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score – just in time for Christmas!
Makers Fair
Art Space G41 and Southside Fringe are hosting a wonderful Makers Fair on several weekends in the run up to Christmas... come along and see what the local artists have been making!
Meet Santa
Santa will take a break from toy building for a few hours every Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas to host a special storytelling session at St. Enoch Centre!
Merchant Square Christmas Craft & Design Fair
Avoid the rush and get ahead of the game with your Christmas shopping at the Merchant Square Christmas Craft Fair!
Merry - A Festive Suitcase Story
Join the Tron Theatre at St. Enoch Centre for 'Merry' their festive pop-up theatre experience for children aged 5-10 and their families!
Mindfulness & Meditation: Self Compassion and Kindfulness
Join Restoring Balance on Sunday evenings during December for their Mindfulness & Meditation classes, a blend of guided mindfulness, meditation exercises and relaxation!
Mr MacNeep Has Lost His Sheep
Join Scottish Opera for Mr MacNeep Has Lost His Sheep - a magical, fun-filled story all about the importance of friendship, specially written for 3 to 7 year olds!
Oh Aye It Is!
Insideout Theatre Productions in association with Websters Theatre Glasgow proudly present 'Oh Aye It Is!' an all-singing, all-dancing Christmas concert extravaganza!
Parade Artists Christmas Shopping Week
The Parade Artists Christmas Shopping Week features an eclectic group of artists exhibiting in Glass, Paint, Ceramics, Print, Textile, Jewellery and Mixed Media!
Park Lane Christmas Market
Park Lane Market is back every Saturday and Sunday during December with their festive edition! Come along and pick up some extra special Christmas presents from your local favourites!
Polmadie Car Boot Sale
Held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, Polmadie Car Boot Sale is Scotland's only fully undercover car boot sale!
Pottery Handbuilding Workshop
Join Spin for a two hour pottery workshop and create at your own socially distanced table with staff on hand to help bring your vision to life!
R-CADE Retro Gaming Sessions
It's time to get your game on! R-CADE is back open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for all your retro gaming needs!
Santa & Elf Experience
M&K Imaginarium are back with their Santa & Elf Experiences, spreading festive magic across Glasgow, Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Milngavie
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Milngavie!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Milngavie for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Magical Express
Enjoy a festive day out for all the family including a magical train ride, visit to Santa's workshop, gift & more!
Santa’s Piping Hot Party
Enjoy an afternoon of festive disco classics when Santa's Piping Hot Party returns to The National Piping Centre on the 5th, 12th or 19th December!
Sara n Junbug
Sara n Junbug are an independent, 4-piece pop band with ear-worm choruses, a Glaswegian charm and vibrant, energetic performances! Don't miss them when they return to King Tut's on December 5th!
Scottish Mineral, Fossil and Jewellery Show
On December 4th & 5th Caledonian Rock Shop will once again host the annual Scottish Mineral, Fossil and Jewellery Show, come and see for yourself what natural treasures can be found here in Scotland!
Sing Along With Santa
Get your wee ones in the festive spirit with a Christmas sing along with Santa and his elves at The National Piping Centre!
Sit Ups for Santa
Raise vital funds for Cancer Support Scotland this December by taking part in their Sit Ups for Santa Challenge!
Sleeping Senga - POSTPONED
Insideout Theatre Productions return to Websters Theatre Glasgow with their all-singing, all-dancing banterous family Pantomime... Sleeping Senga!
Stephen Buchanan’s Sunday Service
The Stand Glasgow's popular Sunday night show returns on 5th December with Stephen Buchanan at the helm and featuring Amy Matthews, Chris Scott, and headliner Susie McCabe!
Street Art Walking Tour
Walking Tours in Glasgow is now offering a Street Art tour! This mural and modern culture tour will show the beautiful street art pieces scattered around the city of Glasgow!
Super Market Glasgow at BAaD
Super Market Glasgow is a carefully curated market showcasing a selection of independent retailers from across the city and beyond at Barras Art and Design!
The Barras Market
With it's iconic archways The Barras Market it is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!
The Big Escape Glasgow
The Big Escape is a brand new interactive outdoor experience, played on your smartphone, which will turn Glasgow City Centre into a giant escape game!
The Crafters Roadshow - Silverburn
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow returns to Silverburn!
The Dockyard Social
The Dockyard Social brings together the best street food traders Scotland has to offer all under one roof... everyone is welcome from families and foodies, to dates and dogs!
The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in December featuring an all star cast!
The Market at Loch Lomond Shores
Browse homemade treats, arts & crafts, artisan food & drink and local produce at Loch Lomond Shores' regular Market Days on the first and third Sunday each month!
The Princes Square Collective
Every weekend in October until Christmas, Princes Square are showcasing a number of local traders from start-ups to larger independent brands to give you something different each week!
The SPOT Design Market: Winter Market In-person + Online
Spot Design Market is Glasgow's seasonal design market. Carefully curated with an exceptionally high level of talent including; ceramics, textiles, clothing, jewellery, homewares and plants!
The Stationery Making Sessions with RISOTTO STUDIO @ SPOT
Join Risotto Studio and learn how to make your own colourful stationery as part of the line up of workshops at the winter edition of The SPOT Design Market!
The Twang - A Christmas Tradition
The original Christmas night out is back! The Twang are resurrecting their legendary annual bash which will stop off at the Garage Glasgow on December 5th!
The Winter Collection
Join Gerber Fine Art for The Winter Collection 2021, a vibrant, mixed exhibition of 19th-21st century fine art!
The Winter Garden
Located in the heart of the Merchant City, the Winter Garden offers captivating cocktails, warming hot drinks and delicious street food from local vendors!
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - POSTPONED
Book your tickets for this year's Tron-take on the classic tale, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and get ready to boo, hiss and click your heels together three times!
The Word for World is Forest
The Word for World is Forest at CCA Glasgow brings together three perspectives on climate change from very different regions of the world.
Tom Jones
International icon Tom Jones announces his epic return to the arena stage in 2021 with the Surrounded By Time Tour, kicking off in Glasgow at The SSE Hydro on 5th December!
Victorian Ghost Stories With Cara Hamilton
Pollok House present popular mystery entertainer, Cara Hamilton, with two classic spine-chilling tales from the Victorian era!
When Christmas Comes To Town
Don't miss an exciting evening of festive music by Glasgow Community Concert Band at Hampden Park on Sunday 5th December!
Events in Lanarkshire
A Magical Christmas Afternoon Tea With Santa
Enjoy a truly magical Christmas themed afternoon tea for adults and children at the 4 Star Alona Hotel on 5th or 23rd December!
Active@Home North Lanarkshire
If you are over the age of 65 and live in the North Lanarkshire area The Fair Play Foundation's Active@Home programme is the one for you!
Baby & Child First Aid For Parents And Carers
Daisy First Aid Central Scotland are holding their award winning Baby & Child First Aid workshop for parents and carers in No 18 Venue, Rutherglen on Sunday 5th December.
Chatelherault Outdoor Christmas Market
A fabulous outdoor Christmas Market is being held at Chatelherault on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December selling everything from jewellery, clothing and candles to food and drink and much more!
Chatelherault to Low Parks Heritage Trail
Explore the walking and cycling route between two of South Lanarkshire's historic buildings, enjoying local heritage, whilst benefitting your health and wellbeing!
Christmas at New Lanark
Enjoy a magical family day out this Christmas at New Lanark, take a magical journey on The Spirit of Christmas Ride, visit Santa's Grotto or catch 'Freezin' this year's festive panto!
Christmas Pony Event
Join the team at Turlood Equestrian Centre for their 'Ride & Play' sessions with a Christmas twist!
Christmas With Andre
André Rieu brings a festive spectacular, from his newly created Winter Palace in his hometown of Maastricht, straight to the cinema at Airdrie Town Hall on the 4th & 5th December!
Clyde’s Winter Trail
Can you find the festive scenes around the National Museum of Rural Life? Look out for Clyde's friends as they get ready for the festive season!
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
Hibernate
Hibernate at Lanterhouse, Cumbernauld is a joyous, romp-filled adventure to catapult you from the dreamy, quiet lands of silent snoozing to the bright, fun-filled great outdoors!
Lanark Loch Festive Fun Run
Lanark Loch's Festive Fun Run is back for 2021, join the South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture team for their second Santa Dash on Sunday 5th December!
Lanark Market Car Boot Sale
An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 2pm!
Lanark Winter Wonderland
Back by popular demand, Discover Lanark's free Winter Wonderland opens its gates to families from near and far on Wednesday 24th November and remains open until Tuesday 28th December!
Larkhall Christmas Market and Light Switch On
Join the Larkhall Gala Day team for their annual Christmas Market and Light Switch On on Sunday 5th December!
M&D’s On Ice
Enjoy the perfect festive day out at M&D's... skate day and night with family and friends at Scotland’s most magical ice rink!
Mother Goose
Lanark Panto Club are delighted to present their 60th anniversary production of Mother Goose at Lanark Memorial Hall between the 2nd and 5th December!
New Lanark Markets
New Lanark's regular indoor and outdoor market's showcase the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!
Origami Christmas Lights Workshop
Join artist Kate Colin at David Livingstone Birthplace for a festive paper folding workshop where you'll learn to make a string of origami Christmas lights to take home with you!
Quiet Santa Visit
The team at Low Parks Museum hope to ensure the Christmas experience is magical for all their visitors with the introduction of their Quiet Santa events!
Robin Hood
Robin Hood at Lanternhouse, Cumbernauld is an out of this world Christmas show that you don't want to miss!
Santa at Chatelherault!
Visit Santa himself in his magical log cabin this December at Chatelherault Country Park!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Sandyholm
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Sandyholm!
Santa’s Grotto
Accompanied by his helpful elves, Father Christmas will return to EK, East Kilbride on Saturday 4th December!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Sandyholm
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Sandyholm for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto, Indoor Carnival and Christmas Market
Santa arrives at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday the 6th of November opening his fabulous Grotto, Indoor Carnival and Christmas Market which will run every weekend in November and December!
Santa’s Magical Circus
Santa Claus has been kidnapped by an evil witch who is trying to ruin Christmas, with the help of a fairy and clown, can you help save Santa and Christmas by finding his outfit, reindeer and more!
Sleeping Beauty
Wakey Wakey South Lanarkshire! Set your alarm clocks to panto time! Sleeping Beauty is coming to The Town House Hamilton between the 27th November and 5th December!
Snow White
Studio 32 and East Kilbride Arts Centre present Snow White... the fairest pantomime of all!
Sunday & Wednesday Worship Services
St Andrew's Parish Church and Livingstone Memorial Parish Church in Blantyre invite you to join them on Sundays and Wednesdays for their live stream worship services.
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Tolbooth Christmas Shop
Local artists and makers will be showcasing their products at The Tolbooth Christmas Shop in Lanark between the 12th November and 8th January!
The Wizard of Oz
Motherwell Theatre again team up with Spillers Pantomimes to present this adventure over the rainbow!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
All I Want For Christmas
This December on stage at Macrobert, the best live entertainers will be celebrating all that is great about getting together for Christmas.
Autism Santa Lunch
Stirling Court Hotel is proud to offer a unique family experience with an autism inclusive Santa lunch on 5th December.
Celebrate the Festive Season at Stirling Court Hotel
Whether you’re planning an office Christmas Party, a Santa Lunch with the kids or a Christmas Day Feast, Stirling Court Hotel has your festive season all wrapped up!
Christmas and Hogmanay at the Kilted Kangaroo
We've got lots of plans for the festive season down here at Kilted Kangaroo Stirling that you don't want to miss!
Christmas Spectacular at Blair Drummond
Plan a magical family day out at the Safari Park with our Christmas market, dinosaur illuminations, festive fairground rides, Santa procession and Scotland’s biggest Christmas tree!
Elf Family Fun Run 2021
Kick off the festive season with Maggie's Forth Valley Elf Family Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 5th December!
Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale
Come and visit Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale, the biggest and best car boot sale in the region, every Sunday... all welcome!
Festive Party Nights
'Tis the season to Party, so come along and enjoy a festive three course meal followed by DJ until late at the Richmond Park Hotel, Bo'ness!
Into the Light by Fiona Clasen
This winter, the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum welcomes artist Fiona Clasen’s solo exhibition, Into the Light.
Is that you, Santa?
Filled with fabulous new songs and just a little bit of adventure, ‘Is That You, Santa?’ is the perfect Christmas treat for small people aged 5 and under and the big people in their families.
Maw Goose - Postponed until Christmas 2022
POSTPONED - It's panto time! Boo, hiss and singalong with your friends and family when Maw Goose comes to Macrobert Arts Centre this festive season!
S4C Weekly Lunch Club
The S4C Weekly Lunch Club provides a light lunch plus entertainment or a fun activity. Come along and meet friends both old and new!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Stirling
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Stirling!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Stirling for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Snow White and the Teeny Weeny MacTitchies
Fizzgig Theatre are back at Mugdock with their ever popular Panto and this year's show is Snow White and the Teeny Weeny MacTitchies!
Stirling Car Boot
From food to sweets and treasures to junk, Stirling Car Boot is open every Sunday regardless of the weather!
Stirling Orchestra
Stirling Orchestra is delighted to be back performing live music again at the Albert Halls on Sunday 5th December.
The BIG Christmas Exhibition
Please join us at Greengallery for our BIG Christmas Exhibition from 12th November to 24th December!
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
Watercolour Classes - Painting Seasonal Flowers
Join artist Clare Robinson for these Watercolour Classes at the lovely Lecropt Kirk Hall, Bridge of Allan!
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