Days Out events in Renfrewshire

Inflatable Fun City

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

Murder Mystery Afternoon: The Betrayers

Join Rachael at Skirlies Cafe, Paisley for a fun filled couple of hours on this fully scripted murder mystery event, The Betrayers!

SAMA Paisley Takeover

The Scottish Alternative Music Awards' annual Paisley Takeover is back for 2026 with two days of live music, panel discussions and workshops on April 24th & 25th!

Back Onside Golf Day

Scottish mental-health charity Back Onside are delighted to be heading back to Mar Hall for their first golf day of the year, including music, food and drinks, entertainment and so much more!

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!

R&B Behaviour: Bank Holiday Beatz

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

Big Kid Circus: Greenock

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

May Fèis Weekend

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

Terraza Del Clyde

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

The Scottish Festival of Railway Modelling

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

ABBA Ladies Day - Boozy Brunch - Havana Blonde

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

ACCORD Summer Fayre

The annual ACCORD Hospice Summer Fayre returns to the Lagoon Centre in Paisley on Saturday 6th June for another fun filled day for all the family... come along and show your support!

Renfrew Gala Day

Renfrew Gala Day 2026 will take place on Sunday 7th June with a day full of fun, entertainment, and celebration of our local community!

Barshaw Gala Day

It should be a great day for all the family when Barshaw Park hosts its annual gala day on Saturday 20th June 2026!

Paisley CarFest

Annual car extravaganza, Paisley CarFest returns for 2026 on Saturday 20th June featuring all manner of vehicles no matter how old, how big or how many wheels!

Paisley Comic Con

BGCP returns to the Lagoon Leisure Centre on Saturday 20th June for the 2026 edition of Paisley Comic Con!

Renfrew Food & Drink Festival

Renfrew Food & Drink Festival will return to Robertson Park on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June... it's fantastic weekend filled with delicious food and drinks from local suppliers!

Paisley Alive Festival

Paisley Alive is more than just a festival; it's a community movement designed to reconnect neighbours, inspire healthier lifestyles, and showcase the rich cultural heritage of the area!

Sma’ Shot Day

Paisley's annual Sma' Shot day event, one of the oldest workers' festivals in the UK, will take place this year on Saturday 4th July!

PLAY Expo Glasgow

PLAY Expo Glasgow, the UK's favourite and longest running arcade, indie and retro video gaming expo, is returning in to Braehead Arena on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July!

Renfrew Pipe Band Competition

Get ready for the skirl of the bagpipes and the beat of the drum, as Renfrew Pipe Band Competition returns on Saturday 17th July!

The Big Phat Brunch

Brunchables of Paisley, the hottest thing in going out is coming your way... Big Phat Brunch touches down on Saturday 8th August at Paisley Town Hall and it's gonna be mayhem!

Life of a Showgirl with Taylor and Sabrina

Get ready for the DREAMIEST, GIRLIEST concert day EVER as Ingliston Country Club and Hotel hosts a pop party inspired by Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter on Sunday 9th August!

Scottish Bead Fair

The Scottish Bead Fair, featuring a huge range of semi precious, crystal beads, pearls and everything for making great jewellery, returns for 2026 to the Normandy Hotel on Sunday 14th August!

Coloursfest

Get ready for the Coloursfest 25th Anniversary Party, bringing the best artists from the past, to Braehead Waterfront on Saturday 15th August!

Paisley 10k & Fun Run

Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2026 Paisley 10k and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 16th August!

Paisley Music and Arts Street Festival

The first Paisley Music and Arts Street Festival is being held on Saturday 22nd August featuring four live music stages, a cabaret stage, kids zone and more across Shuttle Street and Browns Lane!

Kilmacolm Running Festival

Kilmacolm Running Festival is one of the biggest participation events in Inverclyde's sporting calendar and it returns for 2026 on Sunday 13th September!

Paisley Halloween Festival

Get ready for Halloween in Paisley, where gothic creatures and macabre masterpieces await... Paisley Halloween Festival, one of the biggest and best of its kind in the UK, returns for 2026!

The Space Explorers Academy

The Science Museum, in association with the UK Space Agency, has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions to launch a fun-filled theatrical adventure that blasts you on a journey around the planets!

Get ready for the BIGGEST family party of the summer when Include Me 2 Club return to Barrhead's Cowan Park on Saturday 13th June with their Family Festival!

The Neilston Show is an agricultural and livestock show held annually on the first Saturday in May, it's a great day out for all the family!

Beer lovers in the Mearns, rejoice! The Whitecraigs Rugby Club Beer Fest and Family Fun Day returns for Summer 2026 on Saturday 20th June!

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

Northern Toy Fair returns to Musselburgh Sports Centre in 2026 with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair featuring a fantastic selection of vintage, retro & new toys, models & collectables!

K-Pop Live celebrates your favourite K-pop hits, packed with high-energy performances and next-level choreography inspired by K-pop’s most energetic stage shows.

Mark the arrival of summer with family activities, outdoor workshops and creative happenings as Forgan Arts Centre celebrates Beltane 2026 with their annual festival!

Town and gown unite each April for the Kate Kennedy Spring Procession - a joyful, costumed celebration of St Andrews' rich tapestry, with over 150 symbols of local and global heritage!

The famous Kirkcaldy Links Market, Europe's Longest Street Fair and Scotland's oldest, will return to the Esplanade for 2026 between Wednesday 15th and Monday 20th April!

Clydeside Easter Funland is coming to Glasgow's West End this Easter, expect a brand new family-first Easter experience packed with rides, inflatables and live entertainment!

DAY FEVER RETURNS TO GLASGOW! Yes, that's right! Day Fever, the Saturday daytime disco, that doesn't ruin your Sunday, is returning to BAaD in 2026!

Girlypop Live, the ultimate pop party returns to SWG3, expect epic tribute acts, glitter makeovers, confetti, and nonstop pop magic at this ultimate day out for mums, daughters, and besties!

Brought to you by Makers and Merchants Markets, Brewers, Bites & Beats is a family-friendly foodie festival coming to Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 18th April!

Families can enjoy a wide range of exciting events at Summerlee this Easter, their programme runs from Friday 3rd April to Friday 17th April, with activities taking place daily from 11am - 4pm!

Come join the fun as Stagecraft Entertainment return to Valley View this Easter with another brilliant show, The Gingerbread Man, starring Jamie Mac and Louise Andree Douglas!

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!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Somerset Park between Wednesday 22nd and Sunday 26th April!

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

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

Kick off the Dundonald Highland Games with a welcoming family day at Dundonald Castle where you can explore the grounds, enjoy light activities and take in the views from Castle Hill!

The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!

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

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!

Get ready for a cracking all-dayer of live music at Larbert's wonderful Dobbie Hall on Saturday 18th April, featuring Helicon, Duke Duncan & The Hurricanes, Jasmin Jet and more!

Stirling Whisky Festival returns for 2026, welcoming distilleries from all over the country to celebrate with over 100+ drams to sample, it's a whisky connoisseur dream!

Dr. Seuss' beloved Cat in the Hat turns a rainy day into an amazing adventure at Macrobert Arts Centre that's the perfect first theatre trip for little ones!