Events in Renfrewshire on 21 May 2022
View all the upcoming events in Renfrewshire on the 21 May 2022 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Renfrewshire
A Little Bit of Take That with Gary Barlow Tribute
If you're one of the many lovers of Gary Barlow, why not come and see the next best thing at the 'A Little Bit of Take That' tribute night in Paisley!
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Active Communities’ Jogging Buddies
Active Communities run a series of weekly, recreational jogging groups throughout Renfrewshire... if you want to get fit, have fun and make some new friends then they want to hear from you!
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Brace yourself for the transformative power of good home design!
At IKEA, we’re putting our homes in the spotlight, reclaiming their importance and enabling the many to create a better everyday life wherever, with whomever, and in whatever, you call home!
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British Pipe Band Championships
One of the biggest events in world piping comes to Greenock's Battery Park on Saturday 21st May... the 2022 British Pipe Band Championships!
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Daft Funk Live!
Daft Punk tribute act Daft Funk Live are coming to Paisley in 2022! Catch them at The Bungalow on Saturday 21st May!
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Fèis Bheag (Wee Fèis) - FREE Traditional Music & Gaelic for 5-7 year olds
Fèis Phàislig's new weekly Fèis Bheag sessions will give 5 to 7 year olds an introduction to the Fèis and traditional music!
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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!
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Jerseytones Tribute Night
Catch the Jerseytones, an outstanding tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, The Overtones and hits from Jersey Boys the musical, at the Glynhill Hotel!
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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!
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Make a Pair of Mix + Match Statement Earrings
Make a pair of fun mix and match statement hoop earrings on this workshop in Johnstone with Pottle Jewellery.
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Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Recitals
Throughout the year Paisley Abbey hosts a varied programme of Lunchtime Recitals by local musicians, singers and choral groups.
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Paisley Patchers 35th Anniversary Quilt Exhibition
Paisley Patchers are celebrating their 35th anniversary with a coral themed quilt exhibition at Paisley North Church on Saturday 21st May!
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The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market
The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market is held at Bishopton Train Station Car Park on the third Saturday of each month!
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The Industry of Lonend & Seedhill - Heritage Walk
Join The Urban Historian on 21st May for this heritage walk exploring the industry that grew up in the Lonened & Seedhill area of Paisley.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham
Enjoy an intimate evening at Eastwood Park Theatre celebrating over 30 years on the road with Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham!
BGCP Comic & Toy Market: Newton Mearns
The BGCP Comic and Toy Market comes to The Avenue Shopping Centre in Newton Mearns for the first time on Saturday 21st May!
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
Matilda Jr.
Harlequin - Eastwood Theatre For Youth return to Stamperland Church this May with their production of the musical Matilda Jr!
Spring Woodland Trail at Greenbank
Explore the trails in the woodland at Greenbank Garden, a fun way of looking for the first signs of spring!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
1:1 Printing Session
These 1 to 1 screen-printing supervised session with Eliza, are available every 1st Saturday of each month (or other suitable time upon prior availability discussion) in her Edinburgh studio.
200th Anniversary Flotilla
Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Union Canal, a major flotilla is being organised to take place on 20th - 22nd May, encompassing the complete 31.5 miles of the canal.
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.
Anthem Saturdays
Enjoy Rock and Metal favourites at Legends Edinburgh's Anthem Saturdays, it's free entry!
Ari Eldjárn: Work In Progress
Ari Eldjárn is back in Edinburgh for the first time in nearly three years with a work in progress of his new hour in preparation. Catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 21st May!
Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!
Cab-arette Showtour
A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi. Be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
Cinescapes presents CineNights | Some Like it Hot
CineNights by Cinescapes is excited to bring some shenanigans to the roof with our March 'Some Like it Hot' screening on 20th March at Rooftop 51 at Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge.
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!
Colour - An Online Exhibition by Jill Ashforth 2022
This online exhibition consists of 20 abstract paintings inspired by a special garden - bluets, redets, and yellowets, plus 6 video poems which follow the seasons at The Botanical Gardens, Edinburgh.
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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!
Dinosaurs!
Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!
Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market
Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!
Edinburgh Farmers Market
Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
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.
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.
Ewan McClure: Inside and Out
BP Portrait Award Finalist Ewan McClure will return to The Scottish Gallery this May with a new series of rich oil paintings.
Fit Fridays
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with DJ Josh Scott!
Flamenco Rhythms Classes: Clapping in Leith (All Levels)
TuFlamenco: Come and learn with us the clapping techniques, sounds, patterns and accents of the main styles of flamenco and how to use them on other musical genres.
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!
Gin Jolly
Pickering's Gin Jolly Tour will talk you through our amazing brand story, begining with a G&T on arrival and finishing with a tutored tasting of four award-winning gins from our range.
Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market, home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
Hay Fever
The Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Group are delighted to bring Noel Coward's classic comedy 'Hay Fever' to Assembly Roxy from 18th to 21st May!
Headlock Vintage Clothing Sale
Headlock Vintage is holding a vintage clothing sale at St Columba's by the Castle on Saturday 21st May.
Hopetoun Explorers
This is an exciting outdoor based club for 7-12 year olds with a keen interest in nature and the outdoors, whatever the weather.
Hopetoun Junior Rangers
Hopetoun Junior Rangers is a fun, monthly outdoors club for 11-18 year olds with an interest in nature and the countryside.
Improvers Hula Hoop Dance Class
Starting on 27th April, this block is designed for intermediate hula hoopers and will focus on twin hula hooping - moves with two hoops, based on circus style hooping.
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.
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!
Kids Circus Club (8 -11 year-olds)
Join Think Circus to spin, twirl, juggle and play at our Kids Circus Club (8-11 year olds) every Tuesday in Leith!
L.F. Markey and Meadows Edinburgh Sample Sale
The east-London based brand, LF Markey and their sister brand, Meadows will be hosting a Sample Sale in Dundas Street Gallery, Edinburgh on 21st & 22nd May!
Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
Masterpieces Family Trail
Explore the Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace exhibition with the help of a fun family trail at The Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Monday Masterpieces: Weekly short talks
Make Monday mornings marvellous and join curators, wardens and learning specialists for weekly short talks exploring some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection!
National Treasure: The Scottish Modern Arts Association
This major two-floor exhibition at City Art Centre celebrates Scottish art at the dawn of modernism.
New Focus: The Classical Connection
Euan Stevenson and Konrad Wiszniewski give fascinating insights into the relationship between classical music and jazz in this superb, informal presentation at St James Scottish Episcopal Church!
Ocean Terminal Market
Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic and fun weekend market has a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!
Overlap by Annalisa Merrilees and Debbie Mountain
Overlap sees the return to Upright Gallery of artist Annalisa Merrilees and Debbie Mountain. Both artists having an interest in abstract painting that employs the use of repetition.
Perceptions - Life with Muscular Dystrophy
Perceptions - Life with Muscular Dystrophy is a one night event to view and purchase an eclectic mix of original art work from Scottish artists.
Planet
Planet are on a UK tour in 2022 in support of their debut album 'Information Overload'and have a date at The Mash House on Saturday 21st May.
Red Ellen
This remarkable new play, from Caroline Bird tells the inspiring and epic story of Ellen Wilkinson, Labour MP, who was forever on the right side of history, forever on the wrong side of life.
Rock n Roll Paradise
Come and join Paradise on our 11th UK Tour as we bring the magic from an era that changed the music world for ever on to the stage for you to enjoy.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Newliston
Take a walk round Newliston, a well preserved 18th-century parkland/designed landscape rather than a garden as such, full of mature rhododendrons and azaleas, fine vistas and allees of trees!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
Segway Events - Edinburgh, Vogrie Country Park
Segway Events is coming to Vogrie Country Park Edinburgh on selected dates in 2022. Book your experience now!
SLIC - Thursdays
Get groovy with a mellow blend of Classic Hip Hop, Soul, R&B and chart at Subway Cowgate.
Steve Steinman’s Anything For Love - The Meat Loaf Story
The highly acclaimed Steve Steinman brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits.
Switch to Manual Photography Workshop
Switch to Manual is an introductory workshop for camera users who tend to leave their camera set to Automatic modes and don’t unleash the full creativity that a DSLR or Bridge camera can deliver.
The Art of Wallpaper - Morris & Co.
Explore the legacy of William Morris in over 130 archived works from the Morris & Co. archives at this exhibition held in Dovecot Studios!
The Art of Wallpaper - Morris & Co. Lunchtime Tour - Thursdays
Enjoy a free guided lunchtime tour of the incredible Morris & Co exhibition every Thursday at 1pm with your exhibition ticket. Pre-booking essential.
The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!
The Blossom Theatre Project: Drama classes for children aged 7-12
Calling all children interested in drama in Edinburgh between the ages 7-12! Edinburgh based The Blossom Theatre Project are holding exciting new drama classes starting on 2nd May.
The Edinburgh Gin Raceday
Edinburgh Gin Raceday featuring the Edinburgh Cup combines the best that the city has to offer. Join us at Musselburgh Racecourse for fun, frivolities and the pure exhilaration of a day at the races!
The Great Eastern
After an incredible debut in 2021, The Great Eastern returns on Saturday 21st May 2022 with an all-day music festival taking place across multiple Edinburgh venues!
The Living Legacy of William Morris
To mark the occasion of the exhibition The Art of Wallpaper – Morris & Co. Dovecot invites you to explore our connection to William Morris through this balcony display.
The Saturday Show
The Edinburgh Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!
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 Sunday Night FLEADH
Join us at Dropkick Murphys Edinburgh every Sunday from 8pm for The Sunday Night FLEADH, all musicians welcome!
The Temple Of Dionysus
A journey through the Divine Madness of Maenads, Intoxication & Dark Theatre is taking place at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 21st May!
Transform Through Transitions
Transform Through Transitions delivers online independent living skills and self-care workshops for people in Link’s Private Sector Leasing (PSL) properties over the age of 16 in Edinburgh.
Unforgettable
Unforgettable showcases the untold stories of people from marginalised communities whose lives shaped or were shaped by Scotland and highlights their contribution to Scotland’s history.
Van Gogh Alive
Van Gogh Alive, the most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience in the world, makes its hotly anticipated debut in Edinburgh in 2022 for an exclusive four month run!
Whisky Tasting & Tour
Exclusively on Fridays and Saturdays in May. Celebrate International Whisky Month with a crafted dram tasting and a unique tour at The Real Mary King's Close.
Wildlife Art Exhibition - Kittie Jones & Wynona Legg
A joint exhibition by experienced wildlife artists Kittie Jones and Wynona Legg is on now at the Scottish Ornithologists Club, Aberlady.
Workshop: Selected Prints From the EP Archive
This exhibition across Gallery 1 and 2 brings together prints of all forms with archival material from the Edinburgh Printmakers' collection.
XO at Subway Cowgate
Keep your mid-week chill with a mellow blend of Commercial, House and R&B at Subway Cowgate!
Events in Fife
Art Exhibition - Spring into Summer
Come along to our exhibition 'Spring into Summer' now on show at No 13 Gallery, Newport On Tay! All work is for sale.
British Cycling - Cycle Speedway Home International
Fife Cycle Speedway are delighted to host this years prestigious Home International event at the ExxonMobil Fastbowl, Queen Anne High School on 21st May.
Exhibition to celebrate 100 years of British Broadcasting (1922-2022)
Welcome to a free public exhibition charting the last 100 years of Radio and TV Broadcasting in Britain at the Museum Of Communication!
Exhibition: When It Rains, We Harvest: Cuando Llueve, Cosechamos
This exhibition will explore how the desert communities of northern Peru have adapted to the impact of El Niño, the shifting band of warm ocean found on the Pacific coast of South America.
Fife Farmer’s Market - Cupar
Get along to Cupar Farmers Market, offering a great range of produce, on the third Saturday of every month!
Fife Show - The First 200 Years
Join us on 21st May to celebrate 200 years of the Fife Agricultural Show, incorporating a display of Farming in Fife over the last two centuries.
Guided Walks Of The Old Course
Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.
Heal & Hope With Dance
Join us for our Thursday Heal & Hope With Dance classes at St Andrews Botanic Garden, in collaboration with The Byre Theatre and Sohinimoksha World Dance & Communications founder Sohini Roychowdhury!
Kids Bath Bomb Making With Wild Wares
Are your children interested in bath bombs? Then let them try this fun Kids Bath Bomb Making workshop with Yvonne, using all natural ingredients.
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart, indoor and outdoor every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
Laurel Bank Hotel Artisan Market
The Laurel Bank Hotel Artisan Market in Markinch, near Glenrothes, is held on the third Saturday of each month!
Leisurely guided bike ride from Ferrytoll Inverkeithing - Blackness Castle
Join Sustrans on a free guided cycle ride, led by trained ride leaders from Ferrytoll Park and Ride, Inverkeithing to Blackness Castle on 21st May!
Lord of the Dance: 25 years of Standing Ovations
Dazzling audiences around the globe, Lord of the Dance: 25 years of Standing Ovations is coming to the Alhambra Theatre in May 2022.
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!
Party Fears Three
Party Fears Three continue to bring to life the music and spirit of artists such as OMD, The Human League, David Bowie, Tears For Fears and many more. Catch them at Wee Jimmies on 21st May!
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirklands
Kirklands, built in 1832, has a walled garden, terraces, woodland garden and over the bridge there is 20 acres of woodland with a pathway by the burn.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: South Flisk
The spectacular views over Fife to Perthshire and Angus and the large flooded quarry full of fish, planted with impressive marginals, make the garden at South Flisk very special in the area.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Tower
Set on a hill, this one-acre Edwardian landscaped garden has panoramic views over the River Tay.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Willowhill
Willowhill is an evolving three-acre garden with a series of mixed borders designed with different vibrant colour combinations for effect all season.
Strawberry Cream Tea
Kinghorn Community & Outreach Team are hosting a Strawberry Cream Tea on Saturday, 21st May in Kinghorn Church Hall to raise money for Kinghorn Parish Church.
Vintage / Retro Market
Haiti Help invite you to a fundraising Vintage/Retro Market at The Vine Conference Centre on Saturday 21st May!
Walks with the St Andrews Botanic Garden Team
Join us at St Andrews Botanic Garden for walks with our Garden Team on the second Wednesday of each month and walks with our Director on the last Wednesday of each month.
Events in Glasgow
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
Adam and Eve, an Acid Bath Killer, political polarisation, a mysterious cult AND a Doric jukebox musical are just some of the features of A Play, A Pie and A Pint's fabulous Spring programme!
A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
Adrian Turpin, Ann Landmann, Keira Brown & Ruth Wishart - What Have We Ever Learned from Book Festivals?
A must for book lovers and festivals fans - come along and join the conversation!
AfroScots: Revisiting the Work of Black Artists in Scotland through New Collecting
AfroScots at GoMA brings together new acquisitions and existing works from Glasgow Museums' collection, reflecting complex dialogues around race, Empire, independence and post-colonial legacies.
All Of Me
All Of Me at the Tron Theatre is an intimate and absurd exploration of wanting to live, wanting to die and what can happen if we sit together with the dark.
Animals and Friends: The Farewell Tour - CANCELLED
Don't miss a night of nostalgia when the Animals bring their farewell tour to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 21st May 2022!
Beginners Textile Printing Workshop
Print Clan's two hour Beginner's Workshop at The Deep End is the perfect introductory session to textile screen printing!
Beth Nielsen Chapman - POSTPONED
Twice Grammy-nominated Nashville based, Beth Nielsen Chapman will bring her All Around The World Tour to Glasgow's City Halls on Saturday 21st May!
BGCP Comic & Toy Market: Springburn
The BGCP is back for 2022! Don't miss them when they bring their popular Comic & Toy Market to Springburn Shopping Centre!
Bongo’s Bingo Glasgow
Bongo's Bingo takes on Scotland and SWG3 Glasgow! Join us at our infamous bingo show for a unique twist on the traditional past time!
Buffet Lunch
Buffet Lunch are a band whose members are spread evenly across the holy trinity of Glasgow, Edinburgh & Dundee... catch them live at The Flying Duck on Saturday 21st May!
Cameron Wyllie and Alison Colwell - Head Teacher Tales
Two Head Teachers from very different schools tell tales from the classroom and staffroom!
Centre for Lifelong Learning’s April 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 which begin in April!
Chainska Brassika
Chainska Brassika will be hitting the road to bring its sounds to the live stage over 17 UK dates which includes a night at The Hug and Pint, Glasgow on 21st May!
Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour
Join Walking Tours in Glasgow to explore the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy!
Children’s Potions & Science Class
Join The Root of Magic for a magically awesome time in their weekly potions and science workshop, held on Saturdays and Sundays!
Chris McCausland: Speaky Blinder
He's blind. He's a dad. He's a husband. He's third in command. Chris McCausland will speaky about all of that, plus loads more nonsense in between!
Coming into View: Eric Watt’s Photographs Of Glasgow
The 'Coming into View' exhibition at Kelvingrove Art Gallery celebrates the work of amateur photographer Eric Watt through the mid-late 20th Century.
Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow with two, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt courtesy of 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!
Damien Lewis - The Flame of Resistance: American Hero. French Hero. British Spy
Drawing on a plethora of new historical material Damien Lewis upends the conventional story of Josephine Baker.
David Hendy - The BBC: A People’s History
David Hendy presents a new history of a global institution that defines Britain and created modern broadcasting.
Demon Drink
This fascinating new exhibition at The Hunterian explores the theme of alcohol in art and the contradiction of the positive and negative consequences of the 'demon drink'.
Denton Deviants Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadowcast
Scotland's Rocky Horror shadowcast, and the only active Shadowcast in the UK, the Denton Deviants are bringing the Timewarp to the world's oldest surviving music hall!
Dinghy Sailing Evening Lessons
Learn to sail or improve your skills on Bardowie Loch, with classes available for both children and adults from Clyde Cruising Club!
Diversity: Connected
After nine sell out UK tours, over 600,000 tickets sold, and countless television and live performances Diversity will bring their biggest tour to date to the King's Theatre Glasgow in May 2022!
Dr Sohom Das - In Two Minds: Stories of murder, justice and recovery from a forensic psychiatrist
In Two Minds is an honest, revealing and at times humorous memoir from the highly regarded Forensic Psychiatrist, Dr Sohom Das.
Dumbarton Table Top Sale
Head along to Dumbarton Masonic Hall on Saturday 21st May for the return of the Dumbarton Table Top Sale and pick up a bargain or two!
Elizabeth Blackadder Exhibition
Glasgow Print Studio is honoured to present an exhibition of work by the late Dame Elizabeth Blackadder DBE, RA, RSA, RSW, RGI (1931 – 2021).
Emma Smith – in conversation with Val McDermid Portable Magic: A History of Books and their Readers Home What's on Emma Smith – in conversation with Val McDermid Portable Magic: A History of Books
Emma Smith and Val McDermid will be exploring the unexpected and unseen consequences of our love affair with books!
Everything Must Go
'Everything Must Go' is an accessible way to engage with art and will be exhibited in the windows of 7 brilliant venues across the Southside of Glasgow!
Everything Will Be Fine
Everything Will Be Fine is a celebration of the creativity that flourished during times of sadness and uncertainty.
Festival Village: Merchant City
The City Centre beer garden, Festival Village: Merchant City, is back and better than ever for summer with a new menu, fresh look and all-new boozy slushies!
Flesh Arranges Itself Differently
Flesh Arranges Itself Differently is a unique collaboration between The Hunterian and the David and Indrė Roberts Collection!
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!
FoxFest - The East End Beer Festival
On Saturday 21st May, Foxley Bowling Club will be hosting FoxFest... a brilliant annual beer festival in the East End of Glasgow!
Gershwin & Rachmaninov
Big-band glamour meets the Russian soul in Rachmaninov's fabulous Third Symphony... if you've never heard it, you'll soon wonder why!
Ghost Signs of Glasgow Exhibition
The Ghost Signs of Glasgow Exhibition unearths the stories behind old signs and shopfronts of the city, don't miss it at Maryhill Burgh Halls!
Gideon Coe, Stephanie Gibson and Craig McAllister - The Perfect Reminder: The Story of Trashcan Sinatras’ I’ve Seen Everything
Some chat and a few songs to celebrate the 1993 album I’ve Seen Everything by the Trashcan Sinatras.
Gin Tour and Tastings
Isle of Cumbrae Distillers' Gin Tour and Tastings highlight the important role women played in the history of gin and showcase the colourful smuggling history of the Clyde and the history of Millport!
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 City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 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 Music City Tours: Merchant City Tour
Get under the skin of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of Merchant City and the East End from Glasgow Music City Tours!
Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Tour
Feel the beat of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of the city centre with Glasgow Music City Tours!
Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!
Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Walking Tours in Glasgow is now offering a daily Street Art tour! This mural and modern culture tour will show the beautiful street art pieces scattered around the city of Glasgow!
Glen Scotia In-Store Tasting at Geraldo’s
Fiona Sutherland will be showcasing a selection of award-winning whiskies from this well-renowned and traditional distillery in Geraldo's of Largs for World Whisky Day!
Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
Govan Retail Market
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the weekly City Markets retail market and car boot sale in Govan (opposite the Govan Shopping Centre)!
Grade Booster Days - SQA National 5 and Higher
Saturday School run regular Grade Booster Days for pupils sitting SQA National 5 and Higher exams.
Grandmas House
Bristol-based, queer punk-trio Grandmas House have announced a show at McChuills Glasgow on Saturday 21st May!
Growing Greener
On Saturday 21st May, The Hidden Gardens are Growing Greener! Come along to find out about the small changes you can make that can go a long way for the environment, and take part in fun activities!
Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival
Helensburgh Beer and Gin Festival, The Wee Fest in The West, returns to Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st May!
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a Historic Tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
Holmwood House Guided Tour
Join one of these new guided tours and learn more about the story of how Alexander Greek Thomson created his masterpiece of creativity and design at Holmwood at the end of the 19th century!
Hope Floats - Skylark IX
Hope Floats is a travelling exhibition which reveals the twisting story of 'Dunkirk Little Ship' Skylark IX.
Hornel: From Glasgow to Japan
After two years of closure, the Gallery at Pollok House will reopen with an exhibition on 'Glasgow Boy' artist Edward Atkinson Hornel and his trips to Japan in the 1890s and 1920s!
Human Threads
Human Threads is a large scale, multi-sensory exhibition curated by the Edinburgh-based organisation Artlink and presented in partnership with Tramway!
Iain Hood, Maggie Ritchie and Philip Miller - Glasgow Art in Fiction
Three new novels from Iain Hood, Maggie Ritchie and Philip Miller take their inspiration from Glasgow and its artists.
Jenni Fagan with Claire Mitchell QC and Zoe Venditozzi Witches of Scotland Podcast
Join Zoe and Claire from The Witches of Scotland podcast for a special live recording with Jenni Fagan, author of Hex!
Joesef
Don't miss Glasgow's very own Joesef as he plays a massive homecoming gig at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 21st May!
Justin Webb - The Gift of a Radio: My Childhood and other Train Wrecks Chaired by Ruth Wishart
The candid, unsparing and darkly funny memoir from the Radio 4 broadcaster and journalist, Justin Webb.
Karen Lloyd and Andrew Painting - Restoration and Rewilding Against the Odds
Two outstanding nature writers will discuss their books dealing with restoration, rewilding renewal and repair.
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
Largs Market
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!
Lianne Dillsworth, Sean Lusk & Melissa Fu - Fiction Across the Centuries
Lianne Dillsworth, Sean Lusk & Melissa Fu present their spectacular new historical novels – each taking place in a different century!
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail is back with a new trail mystery! Book Now for tickets right through the summer and join in the biggest adventure yet!
Lorna Cooper and Vicky Spratt - The Basics of Food and Shelter
A topical session on the current cost of living crisis – and what can be done about it.
Makers Fair
Art Space G41 and the Southside Fringe are back with another Makers Fair featuring a wide selection of craft, ceramics, prints, paintings, homeware, upcycled goods, aromatherapy and much more!
Matthew Keeley Introduces... Liam Konemann, Julie Owen Moylan and James Cahill
Glasgow-based writer and teacher Matthew Keeley introduces this panel of debut writers as part of Aye Write 2022!
Merchant Square Craft & Design Fair
The Merchant Square Craft Fair & Design Fair is held every weekend, why not spend a relaxing afternoon browsing the stalls!
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Denver rock outfit Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats take their glorious third album, The Future on the road, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Saturday 21st May!
Oh Happy Day!
Join the CentreStage choirs Jr Gospel, Jr Show Choir, Adult Show Choir, Chicks @ 6 and Community Gospel Choir for a performance filled with music and song.
Open Call Exhibition Part 1
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography is back, now in our new gallery on Glassford street, with this International Open Call Exhibition!
Otto English and Kathleen Wyatt - Pants on Fire
These two authors should help you to tell the truth from the many, many lies we’ve been told.
Peppa Pig’s Aquarium Adventure!
Look who is coming to SEA LIFE this Summer! Come and meet Peppa Pig at our Aquarium Adventure here at SEA LIFE Loch Lomond!
Pollok Parkrun
Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!
Polmadie Car Boot Sale
Held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, Polmadie Car Boot Sale is Scotland's only fully undercover car boot sale!
Potions Cocktail Class 18+
Join The Root Of Magic on a Friday or Saturday for their Potions Cocktail Class for adults and be immersed in a world of magic!
Professor Dame Sue Black - The Books that Made Me
Professor Dame Sue Black shares the books that have inspired, entertained and moved her over the years.
R-CADE Lates: Over 18’s Gaming Sessions
R-CADE Lates is back! Join the team for their over 18's retro gaming sessions on Friday and Saturday nights!
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!
Rachael Blok, J B Mylet and Jacqueline Roy - Haunting Psychological Thrillers
These thrillers all share a psychological theme, and institutional settings that will stay with you for a long time.
Rev Magnetic
Rev Magnetic have announced their very own headline Glasgow show with a date at Stereo on Saturday 21st May!
Rotunda Comedy Club
Comedy Cabaret host weekly stand-up comedy shows featuring top UK headline acts every Thursday, Friday and Saturday!
Sam Fowles - Overruled: Our Vanishing Democracy in 8 Cases
Sam Fowles presents an insider's view into how our government has undermined our democratic principles from a barrister who took the Prime Minister to court.
Sarah Pinborough, Harriet Tyce and Dominic Nolan - Nailing Biting Thrillers
If you like a thriller that will keep you up at night, turning 'just one more page' – these are the books for you!
Saturday Night Comedy
Treat yourself to an evening of award-winning comedy at Glee Club Glasgow, featuring four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday!
School Holiday Adventure Camps
West End Adventure are running their award-winning School Holiday Adventure Camps during the Easter and Summer holidays!
Scottish Opera - Don Giovanni
Opera legend Sir Thomas Allen returns to Scottish Opera to direct his acclaimed 2013 production of Mozart's masterpiece, with Jonathon McGovern and Roland Wood sharing the title role!
Searching for Life: Photography from Syria
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography is back, now in our new gallery on Glassford street, with this month long solo exhibition from Syrian photographer Khaled Akacha.
Shawlands Farmers Market
Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the 1st and 3rd Saturday each month!
Shon Faye - The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice
A landmark book that signals the beginning of a new, healthier conversation about trans life.
Simply Dylan - Celebrating Bob Dylan’s 80th Birthday
John O'Connell's Simply Dylan Band will be back in 2022 for a brand-new headline tour across the UK to celebrate Bob Dylan's 80th Birthday, catch them at Oran Mor on 21st May!
Southside Wellbeing Festival
The first ever Southside Wellbeing Festival is being held between the 20th and 22nd May, showcasing the amazing wellbeing services, products and events that happen across the Southside!
Springburn Parkrun
Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!
Stone
Liverpool's Stone are set to bring their energetic live set to King Tut's Glasgow on Saturday 21st May!
Take 2: Family-Friendly Films
Everything from kid-friendly classics to family foreign language and the latest blockbuster releases, Take 2 will keep even the littlest film fans entertained!
Taste of Mother’s Ruin
Come and sip your way through the history of the juniper berry with this ultimate gin experience, a 'sin' and tonic afternoon in the seedy backroom of Millport's most notorious spirit producers!
The Barras Market
With its 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 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 Enemy of Art
The Enemy of Art is an exhibition of work by Glasgow Kelvin College students and lecturers at The RGI Kelly Gallery between the 17th and 21st May!
The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour
Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!
The Magic Lantern + Finn Anderson
Don't miss an intimate double bill show featuring The Magic Lantern and Finn Anderson at The Glad Cafe on Saturday 21st May!
The Saturday Show
The Glasgow Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!
This Is Not A Craft Market
Held at The Deep End, This is Not a Craft Market is a monthly market hosting some of Glasgow's most brilliant local makers and creatives!
Thunder
Marking three decades as one of Britain's finest rock acts, Thunder will visit the SEC Armadillo Glasgow on 21st May 2022 with special guests Ugly Kid Joe!
Tollcross Parkrun
Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!
Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue
Troy 'Trombone Shorty' Andrews & Orleans Avenue have announced a run of UK shows for 2022 including a night at SWG3 Glasgow on 21st May!
Try Sailing Open Day
Anyone can get on the water at Bardowie Loch, near Milngavie with this free Try Sailing Open Day held by Clyde Cruising Club's dinghy section!
Victoria Parkrun
Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
Wendy Erskine, Jem Calder and Gerda Stevenson - Short, But Perfectly Formed Stories
AWendy Erskine, Jem Calder and Gerda Stevenson... authors who excel in the fine art of short-story writing talk about their new collections.
WEST Brewery Tour
WEST Brewery tours are a great way to hear all about their story, see where it all began and, MOST IMPORTANTLY, sample some products along the way!
Wester Distillery Tours
Take a look behind the scenes of Wester Distillery and enjoy a guided tasting of the range of spirits produced at this microdistillery!
Will Sparks
Colours are very proud to bring Will Sparks to SWG3 for his only Scottish show of 2022 - now on the rescheduled date of Saturday 21st May!
William Atkins - Exiles: Three Island Journeys
Occupying the fertile zone where history, biography and travel writing meet, Exiles is a masterpiece of imaginative empathy.
Events in Lanarkshire
Being Mindfully Present in Nature at Baron’s Haugh
Learn about mindfulness and mediation and its links to the natural world on this walk through RSPB Baron's Haugh!
Coalburn Brass Band Family In Concert
Coalburn Brass Band present a varied programme of music including some well-known Disney classics, music from around the world and much more at Coalburn Miners Welfare on Saturday 21st May!
Drawing On Green Spaces Exhibition
The Drawing On Green Spaces Exhibition at Low Parks Museum showcases an intriguing variety of beautiful art works inspired by the natural history of Neilsland and Earnock community woodlands!
Family Fun Fair: Blantyre
FunTastic Events Family Fun Fair returns to Blantyre's Stonefield Park between Wednesday 18th and Sunday 22nd May with all your favourites from the waltzers to candyfloss!
Fool On Free Taster Sessions
Fool On promotes positive mental wellbeing, boost confidence and self esteem through the performing arts, join them for their free entertainment and workshops on Saturday 21st May!
Gentle Movement Yoga Drop In Session
Join Lindy Bee Yoga & Wellbeing for a Gentle Movement Yoga drop-in session at Hamilton Road Halls, Rutherglen on Saturday 21st May.
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Janey Kirk
Janey Kirk is without doubt Scotland's fastest growing country stars, catch her live at Motherwell Theatre on Saturday 21st May!
Lanark Car Show
Lanark town centre is all set to host its first Lanark Car Show on Saturday 21st May Featuring a selection of memorable vehicles from the 1930s right through to current models!
Lanternhouse Laughs
Have a great Saturday night out with Lanternhouse Laughs, in association with Gilded Balloon, one of Scotland's leading and best-loved comedy production companies!
Love to Ride South Lanarkshire - Bike Month Challenge
The free, online, cycling community platform Love to Ride South Lanarkshire is holding a Bike Month Challenge during May encouraging locals to get on their bike!
Low Parks LEGO Club
Kids of all ages & abilities are invited along to Low Parks Museum for their friendly & creative Lego Club, fortnightly on Saturdays!
Meet The Maker Market
Organised by Continental Marketplace the Meet The Maker Market at M&Ds showcases a variety of Scottish vendors, who both make and sell their own products, selling from artisan wooden chalets!
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!
Pretty As Pink
Don't miss Pretty as Pink, at Motherwell Concert Hall, with a spectacular light show and live band the experience is only beaten by Pink herself!
Reimagining Hamilton Mausoleum
Architects were invited to design their vision for Hamilton's most famous landmark, the Mausoleum, now you have the opportunity to view these entries at this special exhibition at Low Parks Museum!
Strathaven Miniature Railway Season
Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2022 season in April and will run every Saturday until the end of September!
Strathclyde Parkrun
Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!
The Flourish - A Celebration Of All Things Orchard
Enjoy and exhibition of sketches and paintings through the seasons of a Clyde Valley Orchard by Ronnie Cruwys at The Tolbooth Lanark as part of The Flourish - A Celebration Of All Things Orchard!
The Moon - Discover Our Nearest Neighbour
Humans have gazed up at the Moon for millennia - now you can come a little closer to our nearest neighbour with this stunning exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre!
The Path to Bluebell Wood
The Path to Bluebell Wood at Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum tells the personal journey of Ivy Wallace, author of the 'Pookie' and 'The Animal Shelf' series of children's books.
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
A Passion For Art by Matilda Hall
This exhibition featuring works from collections influenced by Matilda Hall, a collector and supporter of Scottish art for over fifty years.
Bannockburn House Guided History Tours
Take a tour of Bannockburn House, an historic category A-listed property, which has survived largely unchanged since the 17th century apart from a Victorian extension.
Create Your Own Pokemon Workshop - with Indie Flynn
Calling all Pokemon trainers! Made in Stirling are calling on you to come design and create your very own Pokemon model in our sculptastic clay workshop!
George Michael Live
With full live band and the acclaimed Steve Mitchell as George Michael, catch this ultimate tribute concert at the Albert Halls Stirling!
Greengallery Big Weekend
Please join us for the Summer Exhibition at Greengallery featuring John McClenaghen, Nikki Monaghan and gallery artists!
Larry Dean: Fudnut Tour
It's confessional storytelling at its funniest as Larry Dean makes a welcome return to Macrobert Arts Centre in 2022!
LEGO Animation Class - with Indie Flynn
Come along to Made in Stirling and learn useful tips on how to create your own stop-motion animations with LEGO®! Suitable for 6-12 years.
Lego Trail
Our exciting family trail now includes LEGO! Fun for all ages, can you find all of our LEGO Argylls hidden around the Museum's First Floor?
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle
Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.
Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Solo exhibition by Lindsay Dudley Artist
Emerging Stirling artist, Lindsay Dudley is delighted to announce her first solo show at the Weigh Ahead Gallery, Dunblane!
Stirling Ghostwalk
Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!
Stirling Speakers - Find Your Voice!
Learn to speak with more confidence and effectiveness with your local Toastmasters Club, Stirling Speakers.
Watercolour Classes 2022
Join artist Clare Robinson for these Watercolour Classes at the lovely Lecropt Kirk Hall, Bridge of Allan!
Watercolour Virtual Classes
Join artist Clare Robinson on a Monday morning for these online Watercolour Classes!
Weaving Techniques with Jo McDonald
Join professional weaver Jo McDonald for a two-day introduction to a range of weaving techniques at Central Scotland School of Craft on 21st and 22nd May!
Yorkston, Thorne and Khan
Yorkston, Thorne and Khan are touring the UK in support of their third album and stop off at the Tolbooth on 21st May 2022!
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