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Events in Renfrewshire on 16 December 2023

View all the upcoming events in Renfrewshire on the 16 December 2023 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.

Events in Renfrewshire

Active Communities’ Jogging Buddies

Selected dates between 5th January 2023 - 23rd December 2023

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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Beauty And The Beast

8th December 2023 - 31st December 2023

Join the evil witch, a cursed prince, a fairytale princess, a dopey dame, her silly son and a castle full of enchanted prisoners on a roller coaster ride of thrills and spills!

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Beauty and the Beast

30th November 2023 - 31st December 2023

With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young actors don't miss PACE Theatre Company's Beauty and the Beast this Christmas!

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Braehead Santa’s Grotto

17th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Santa is back at Braehead shopping centre and will be meeting children at his Christmas Grotto from Friday 17th November and right up to Christmas Eve!

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Breakfast With Santa

16th December 2023

Santa is coming to town so join the Beacon Arts Centre for a magical breakfast with Santa and his elf on Saturday 16th December!

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Breakfast With Santa

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Youngsters are being invited to join Santa Claus for breakfast at the popular Cardwell Garden Centre!

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Breakfast With Santa BJÖRN Bear

16th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join Santa BJÖRN bear for breakfast at IKEA Glasgow!

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Browns Lane Market

Selected dates between 1st September 2023 - 16th December 2023

Paisley's newest market, Browns Lane Market, showcases a wide range of hand made crafts, food and drink from a whole host of local creatives and producers!

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Cinderella

14th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Runway Theatre Company has returned to Paisley for the first time in over 50 years with the most popular fairytale of them all, Cinderella!

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Festival of Trees

16th December 2023

Erskine Salvation Army are hosting a Festival of Trees where community groups will design and decorate a tree that will be displayed to the public on Saturday 16th December!

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Gleddoch Christmas Party Nights

Selected dates between 8th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

'Step into Christmas' and celebrate in style at one of Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort's Christmas party nights!

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Hansel & Gretel

14th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

Join Scottish Opera this festive season for Engelbert Humperdinck's classic fairy tale Hansel & Gretel, a concert performance helping to celebrate the reopening of Paisley Town Hall!

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Jewellery Open Studio

Selected dates between 7th October 2023 - 16th December 2023

The Workshop, a jewellery workshop & makers space in the heart of Paisley, holds regular Open Studio events on Saturdays throughout the year!

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Paisley Table Top Sale

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 16th December 2023

The Glasgow Table Top Sale is expanding to Paisley! Find them at The Paisley Centre on selected weekends in the run up to Christmas!

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Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 17th December 2023
Paisley

Christmas is coming to Paisley town centre this year with a whole host of festive activities for all the family to enjoy every weekend courtesy of Paisley First!

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Paisley’s Christmas

30th November 2023 - 30th December 2023

There's plenty of fabulous festive fun for all the family at Paisley's Christmas with so much to see and do across the town centre!

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Paisley’s Christmas Angels and Elves Trail

30th November 2023 - 7th January 2024
Paisley

Ten Angels and Elves have left the North Pole to spread Christmas magic across Paisley town centre but now Santa is looking for them, can you find them all?

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Paisley’s Festive Funfair

30th November 2023 - 30th December 2023

Whether you're an adventurous thrill-seeker or prefer a more relaxed experience, a family with kids or young at heart, Paisley's Festive Funfair has you covered!

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Paisley’s Ice Rink

30th November 2023 - 30th December 2023

As part of the festive celebrations in Paisley Town Centre this year Paisley's Christmas are proud to present... new for 2023 the spectacular under-cover outdoor Ice Rink!

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Rainbow Valley Christmas Concert

16th December 2023

Get in the Christmas spirit by joining Rainbow Valley on 16th December for an evening of festive fun at their Christmas Concert in Paisley Abbey!

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Reiki Healing Workshops

Selected dates between 21st October 2023 - 25th February 2024
Erskine

Learn how to use Reiki to help treat yourself, friends and family on one of these Reiki Healing Workshops with Adele Logan.

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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 5th January 2023 - 22nd December 2023
Various Locations Renfrewshire

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

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Braehead

Selected dates between 1st December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Braehead!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Braehead

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

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 and Carnival

11th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Santa Claus is heading for Cardwell Garden Centre and he's bringing the magic of Christmas with him!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead

23rd November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Braehead for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!

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Santa’s Magical Express

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Enjoy a festive day out for all the family including a magical train ride and see Santa and his elves in their show when Santa's Magical Express comes to Greenock's Battery Park!

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Santa’s Missing Reindeer

1st December 2023 - 31st December 2023

Santa's reindeer have come to visit RSPB Lochwinnoch and are spending their time out on the reserve near the Aird meadow trail... how many can you spot?

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Santa’s Workshop

Selected dates between 9th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Did you know Santa's workshop is moving from the North Pole to The Art Department in Paisley? And he needs some little helpers to come visit for free and do some fun Christmas stuff!

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Sinderella

14th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

This pantomime takes the beloved story of Cinderella and infuses it with humour and a dash of sauciness, creating a memorable theatrical experience for grown-ups!

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The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market

Selected dates between 21st January 2023 - 16th December 2023
Bishopton

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 McDougalls: Big Christmas Show

16th December 2023

Ho ho ho! It's the Big Christmas Show! The McDougalls, everyone's favourite children's theatre company, presents their spectacular new show for 2023 at Johnstone Town Hall!

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The Re-Claimers

16th December 2023

The Re-Claimers are returning to the Bungalow Paisley with their critically acclaimed and fabulously Scottish live music show on Saturday 16th December!

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Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Greenbank House & Garden Outdoor Christmas Market

Greenbank House & Garden Outdoor Christmas Market

16th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Come visit the very first outdoor Christmas market at Greenbank House & Garden in Clarkston on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th December!

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Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast

24th November 2023 - 31st December 2023

With stunning scenery, lavish costumes, a super talented cast, memorable songs and laughs galore, Beauty and the Beast at Eastwood Park Theatre is just what you need for some festive fun!

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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

9th January 2023 - 22nd December 2023

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

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Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Tarlike

Tarlike

15th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

A gothic sci-fi quest of Christmassy proportions, performed by the Strange Town comes to the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 15th & 16th December!

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Festive Family Films

Festive Family Films

14th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Celebrate the cosy season, with IKEA Edinburgh's festive themed pop-up cinema from 14th to 17th December and enjoy some familiar festive favourite films – perfect for the whole family!

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Elf Lyons: Work In Progress

Elf Lyons: Work In Progress

16th December 2023

Award-winning weirdo Elf Lyons performs a work in progress of a brand new show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 16th December!

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Events in Fife

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Santa’s Breakfast

Santa’s Breakfast

16th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Join us at The Crusoe for a fun filled morning with Santa and his Elves. As well as a story time, there will also be photo opportunity with Santa and a gift for children to take home.

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Ya Wee Beauty and The Beastie

Ya Wee Beauty and The Beastie

7th December 2023 - 6th January 2024

The Kings Theatre Kirkcaldy is thrilled to announce their sparkling new show for 2023! A brand new version, written especially for Kirkcaldy, of everyone’s favourite tale!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Dunfermline

Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Dunfermline

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Dunfermline for a fun festive event where you will enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Santa Paws at Dobbies Milngavie

Santa Paws at Dobbies Milngavie

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Milngavie!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Milngavie

Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Milngavie

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

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!

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Park Lane Christmas Market

Park Lane Christmas Market

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Park Lane Market is back over three weekends in December with their festive edition! Come along and pick up some extra special Christmas presents from your local favourites!

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Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

ORA Bar @ Rocca Presents

ORA Bar @ Rocca Presents

Selected dates between 29th September 2023 - 31st December 2023

Come down and join us for our amazing end of year entertainment with brilliant DJs and live singers every week at ORA!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm

Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Sandyholm!

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Santa at Chatelherault

Santa at Chatelherault

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 24th December 2023

Visit Santa himself in his magical log cabin every weekend during December at Chatelherault Country Park!

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Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

University of Stirling Art & Design Honours Degree Show 2023

University of Stirling Art & Design Honours Degree Show 2023

6th December 2023 - 20th December 2023

This exhibition at Made in Stirling showcases the work of the University of Stirling & Forth Valley College Art & Design Honours students.

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Christmas Wreath / Door Ring / Table Decoration Workshop

Christmas Wreath / Door Ring / Table Decoration Workshop

Selected dates between 30th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Learn how to and make your own Christmas wreath, door ring or table decoration to take home and show off to your family and friends at Benview Garden Centre!

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Our Changing Landscape: How the weather shapes Scotland

Our Changing Landscape: How the weather shapes Scotland

18th November 2023 - 14th January 2024

This exhibition looks at the history of weather in Scotland, exploring how the weather has shaped both the landscape and the people, and what the future might hold.

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Events in Other Areas

A Christmas Tale With Santa

A Christmas Tale With Santa

14th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

A magical extravaganza awaits at Kelburn Castle & Estate this festive season... come along for a A Christmas Tale With Santa!

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Cinderella

Cinderella

1st December 2023 - 7th January 2024

Following their 5-star reviewed 2022 production of Sleeping Beauty, The Gaiety are delighted to welcome back writing team Ken Alexander and Fraser Boyle for their 2023 pantomime – Cinderella!

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Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 18th February 2023 - 16th December 2023

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 4th March 2023 - 23rd December 2023

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!

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Starry Nights at Dean Castle

Starry Nights at Dean Castle

8th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Dean Castle Country Park in Kilmarnock is set to host Starry Nights, a brand new magical illuminated Christmas experience, providing outdoor festive fun for friends and family alike!

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Wreath Making Workshop

Wreath Making Workshop

Selected dates between 9th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

Get into the festive spirit and learn how to make your own festive wreath at Culzean using materials collected from around the Country Park!

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