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Family And Kids events in Renfrewshire

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Events in Renfrewshire

Barshaw Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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

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Battery Park Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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

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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 20th December 2025
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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Renfrew Market & Car Boot

Selected dates between 17th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

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

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Erskine Arts Cinema Screenings

Selected dates between 15th March 2025 - 13th December 2025

Erskine Arts are bringing affordable cinema to Renfrewshire! With a genre spanning line up of films from family sing-alongs to cult classics, there's something for everyone.

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Micro Layouts Model Railway Show

22nd March 2025 - 22nd March 2026

Join Renfrewshire Model Railway Club, Cupar Model Railway Club and Leven Valley Trains for the Micro Layouts Model Railway Show on Saturday 22nd March!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft

1st April 2025 - 31st October 2025
Langbank

Explore the special one acre garden of The Croft, on a steep rocky site facing north overlooking the Clyde just opposite Dumbarton Rock, as part of Scotland's Gardens!

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Sma’ Shot Cottages

Selected dates between 2nd April 2025 - 27th September 2025

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

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Kilmacolm Farm Tours

1st May 2025 - 30th September 2025

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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Starlight Swim Sessions

Selected dates between 14th May 2025 - 24th September 2025

Experience the magic of swimming under the stars this summer at Gourock Pool's Starlight Swim Sessions!

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Making Memories Summer Holiday Club

30th June 2025 - 17th August 2025

Making Memories Childcare in Paisley are running a Holiday Club for primary school age children during the Summer Holidays!

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Summer Super Spotter Challenge

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Explore the woodland trails at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve this Summer on this family-friendly Scavenger Hunt!

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XSite Funfair

2nd July 2025 - 31st July 2025

The XSite Funfair returns for the summer holidays with the new Surge, Miami, Twister, the one and only Starfighter and the apple rollercoaster!

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Braehead’s Summer Of Fun

5th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Braehead Shopping Centre is turning up the heat with the return of its hugely popular giant ball pit for two weeks of FREE family entertainment this Summer!

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The Fashion Class - Highland Fling Summer Fashion Camp

7th July 2025 - 8th August 2025

Learn fashion design and illustration, take part in a themed fashion photo shoot and much more at The Fashion Class Highland Fling Summer Fashion Camp!

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Fèis Week: Traditional Music & Gaelic Summer Week

15th July 2025 - 18th July 2025

Fèis Phàislig's Fèis Week is an opportunity for young people, between 5 and 18, to come together and develop skills in the Gaelic arts – song, dance, drama, traditional music and more!

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Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC!

18th July 2025

Magic Gareth, one of the UK's TOP Family Entertainers comes to Paisley Arts Centre, and this time he is bringing his balloons!

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Ferguslie Cricket Club Fixtures

19th July 2025

Ferguslie Cricket Club play Dumfries Cricket Club at Meikleriggs Cricket Ground on Saturday 19th July in the Western District Championship.

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Renfrew Pipe Band Competition

19th July 2025

Get ready for the skirl of the bagpipes and the beat of the drum, as Renfrew Pipe Band Competition returns on Saturday 19th July!

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World Tae Kwon-Do Championships

19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Tae Kwon-Do International's 2025 World Championships being held for the first time in Scotland at the fantastic Braehead Arena on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th July!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Lochwinnoch Road Gardens

20th July 2025
Kilmacolm

Three residents of the beautiful village of Kilmacolm join to showcase a variety of planting ideas including perennial herbaceous borders, structural evergreens, topiary and colourful annuals.

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Art Riot Studio Summer Camp

Selected dates between 21st July 2025 - 7th August 2025

Come create paintings, prints, sculptures, and more, at this spectacular Summer Art Camp and unleash your creativity with Art Riot Studio!

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Aurora Art Studio Summer Art Camp - POSTPONED

21st July 2025 - 25th July 2025

Aurora Art Studio's Summer Art Week is a great way for young artists, aged 11 to 16, to develop their skills and have fun creating art!

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Free Holiday Bible Club - Space Adventure

21st July 2025 - 25th July 2025

Once again Albert Hall Evangelical Church in Renfrew is holding a FREE holiday club for children this Summer between the 21st and the 25th July!

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A Squash and A Squeeze - CANCELLED

22nd July 2025 - 24th July 2025

Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze when this heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs, comes to Beacon Arts Centre!

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Twist & Hit: Pop Party

23rd July 2025

Have you always wanted to be in a POP music video? Let the music and energy take over your body in this multi-activity camp from Twist & Hit!

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Raver Babies Summer Tour

26th July 2025

Raver Babies bring their 2025 Summer Tour, featuring DJ Stuart McLean, to Bishopton Social Club on Saturday 26th July!

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The Great Baldini - More Family Magic

29th July 2025

Legendary magician the Great Baldini and his unruly magical menagerie explodes chaotically across the stage with this all-ages magic show at Paisley Arts Centre!

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Wild Superpowers - Self-led Challenge For Kids

1st August 2025 - 31st August 2025

The wildlife at RSPB Lochwinnoch has developed lots of different types of superpowers to help them survive, find out more on this self-led challenge for kids!

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Browns Lane Market

Selected dates between 2nd August 2025 - 6th December 2025

Paisley's artisan 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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Carnival Crazy Weekend At IKEA Glasgow

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Join the team at IKEA Glasgow for a vibrant and fun filled carnival themed weekend that promises to bring enjoyment for the whole family!

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Paisley’s Antiques Roadshow

2nd August 2025

Do you have hidden treasures at home? Now's your chance to discover their true value at Paisley's Antiques Roadshow on Saturday 2nd August!

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The Fèis Phàislig Ceilidh Trail at Weaver’s Cottage

2nd August 2025

Join Weavers Cottage for an unforgettable evening as The Fèis Phàislig Ceilidh Trail rolls into town!

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Dinosaur Adventure Live: The Big Jurassic Storm

8th August 2025

Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Beacon Arts Centre!

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Into the Woods Jr.

8th August 2025 - 9th August 2025

Step into the woods with the talented youth cast from Greenock PLayers for a magical retelling of Into the Woods Jr. at Beacon Arts Centre!

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Stitch & Kin Family Sewing Workshop

8th August 2025

Join Stitch & Kin at Kilmacolm Community Centre for their beginners sewing class for parents & carers and their children to learn to sew together.

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Fèis Phàislig’s Ceilidh Trail - Trad Music & Ceilidh

9th August 2025

In partnership with Feis Phaislig Erskine Arts are delighted to welcome back their incredible young musicians who make up the Ceilidh Trail for this accessible afternoon show for all the family!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: North Newton Farm

10th August 2025
Kilmacolm

In six years, the new owners have transformed North Newton Farm garden! Come and explore the grounds for yourself as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme.

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Scotland’s Strongest Man

10th August 2025

After three sold-out years in Grangemouth, Scotland's Strongest Man is going bigger than ever when it comes to Braehead Arena on Sunday 10th August!

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Film & Comic Con Glasgow

16th August 2025 - 17th August 2025

The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 16th & 17th August bringing you the best in autograph sessions, photo shoots and panels with your favourite celebrities!

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Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure

16th August 2025

Join Fireman Sam at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 16th August as he sets out to rescue Norman and his friends on a camping adventure!

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Paisley 10k & Fun Run

17th August 2025

Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2025 Paisley 10k and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 17th August!

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Guided Bat Walk

22nd August 2025

Head along to RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve on Friday 22nd August and explore the fascinating world of bats with Clyde Bat Group!

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Finlaystone Car Show

23rd August 2025

Following the monumental success of last year’s event, Finlaystone Country Estate are thrilled to promise an even bigger and better Car Show this year!

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Lilo & Stitch ‘Ohana’ Summer Party

24th August 2025

Lilo & Stitch and friends invite you to an 'OHANA' summer party at Ingliston Country Club on Sunday 24th August!

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Big Feed Presents: Vinyl & Vintage

30th August 2025

Big Feed are taking over Paisley Town Hall for the third edition of Vinyl & Vintage, their unique market concept fusing street food and cocktail bars with local, independent market traders!

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Morar Bridge of Weir Care Home Summer Fete

30th August 2025

Join Morar Bridge of Weir Care Home on Saturday 30th August for their annual Summer Fete, there's lots of fun to be had for all the family to enjoy!

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Clan Wrestling

6th September 2025

Clan Wrestling makes its highly anticipated return to Braehead Arena for an action-packed, family-friendly event this September!

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Jurassic Earth

27th September 2025

Step into a prehistoric adventure when Jurassic Earth, the UK's original and best live dinosaur show, comes to Braehead Arena on Saturday 27th September!

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Magic and Marvels

28th September 2025

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of wonder and enchantment as Michael Jordan showcases his incredible talents in magic and circus arts at Beacon Arts Centre!

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Crown Ballet presents The Nutcracker

4th October 2025

Crown Ballet return to Paisley Town Hall in October to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker, a wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family!

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Crown Ballet presents The Nutcracker

5th October 2025

Crown Ballet return to Beacon Arts Centre in October to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker, a wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family!

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Common Tongue

9th October 2025

Common Tongue is a play aboot imperfect Scots, a fast-paced and quick-witted one-person show exploring the impact of language, identity and their intersections in Scotland.

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Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

12th October 2025

Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show is returning to Beacon Arts Centre! If you think science is boring, think again... this is science like you have never seen it before!

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The Eras Experience: Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna

15th October 2025

Calling all Swifties! Don't miss The Eras Experience, a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna, at Beacon Arts Centre on Wednesday 15th October!

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Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland

18th October 2025

The Scottish Fire Brigades Heritage Trust is proud once again to host the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland at this annual charity concert.

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Birding For Beginners

19th October 2025

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

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Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue

19th October 2025

Put on your safari hats and get ready for some ranger danger and roarsome routines when Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue comes to Beacon Arts Centre on Sunday 19th October!

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WICKED Family Fun Day

26th October 2025

Join Ingliston for a spellbinding experience where you'll meet your favourite characters from The Wizard of Oz at their WICKED Family Fun Day!

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The Enchanted Snake

2nd November 2025

Join Dunedin Consort at Beacon Arts Centre for a fantastical, musical adventure and journey with them through magical realms for The Enchanted Snake!

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

5th November 2025 - 8th November 2025

Greenock Light Opera Club return to Beacon Arts Centre in November with their production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical!

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Children’s Craft Workshops: Wooden Rudolf Christmas Tree Decoration

22nd November 2025

Join Restoration Creation for a fun event where you can make your own Christmas Rudolf decoration to hang on your tree!

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The Goth Market Before Christmas

22nd November 2025
Paisley

Come on down and get yourself some gothic goodies at The Goth Market Before Christmas including art, crafts, jewellery, toys, and much more on Saturday 22nd November!

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Children’s Craft Workshops: Ceramic Christmas Decoration

29th November 2025

Join Restoration Creation for a fun-filled ceramic painting session exclusively for kids, where they can create their own festive Christmas decorations!

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Sleeping Beauty

5th December 2025 - 31st December 2025

There is nothing quite like the joy of a pantomime and the Beacon Arts Centre are looking forward to welcoming you to Sleeping Beauty this festive season!

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Children’s Craft Workshops: Wooden Christmas Tree

13th December 2025

Join us at Restoration Creation for their Kids Christmas Workshop, where children can unleash their creativity by painting their own wooden Christmas tree!

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Top Secret - The Magic of Science

11th October 2026

Hang on to your seats as Top Secret transform Beacon Arts Centre into a real life science laboratory, fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science!

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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Include Me 2 Club Family Festival

Include Me 2 Club Family Festival

6th June 2026

Get ready for the BIGGEST family party of the summer when Include Me 2 Club return to Barrhead's Cowan Park on Saturday 6th June with their Family Festival!

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I Love Clarkston Food Market

I Love Clarkston Food Market

17th August 2025

I Love Clarkston is proud to bring you a new food market to the town on the 3rd Sunday of the month starting on Sunday 17th August!

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ASN Softplay Sessions

ASN Softplay Sessions

Selected dates between 14th July 2025 - 11th August 2025

Sportykids Softplay regularly hosts exclusive softplay sessions for children with additional support needs (ASN).

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Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Thai Supper Night

Thai Supper Night

16th January 2026

Ruzita will be back at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 16th January to share the unique flavours of Thai cuisine!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party

31st December 2025

The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Fairnielaw

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Fairnielaw

7th September 2025

Visit Fairnielaw with its mixture of both formal and wild areas with beautiful views towards Traprain Law and the Garleton Hills at the highest point!

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Family And Kids Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Helensbank House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Helensbank House

16th June 2025 - 31st August 2025

Hidden away from public view, this is an 18th-century walled garden, with main feature a Cedar of Lebanon, reputedly planted in 1750 by the sea captain who built the house.

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Muppets Most Wanted (15)

Muppets Most Wanted (15)

27th July 2025

While on a grand world tour, The Muppets find themselves wrapped into an European jewel-heist caper headed by a Kermit the Frog look-alike and his dastardly sidekick.

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Silverburn Festival

Silverburn Festival

19th June 2026 - 20th June 2026

Join us again at Silverburn Park after a 2025 sell out! A weekend music event surrounded by trees within the beautiful grounds of Silverburn Park in Fife.

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Family And Kids Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

The Dinosaur That Pooped - A Rock Show!

The Dinosaur That Pooped - A Rock Show!

5th October 2025

Adapted for the stage from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, The Dinosaur That Pooped is coming to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 5th October!

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LKP Markets & Events: St Enoch Centre Market

LKP Markets & Events: St Enoch Centre Market

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 23rd November 2025

LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at St Enoch Centre, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!

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The Princess Proms

The Princess Proms

13th October 2025

Don't miss a magical concert singing the enchanting songs from your favourite movies when The Princess Proms comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Monday 13th October!

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Family And Kids Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

18th September 2025 - 21st September 2025

Shine Productions return to the stage in September with a spectacular new production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the smash-hit musical based on Roald Dahl's timeless story!

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The Jack & Jill Market - Coatbridge

The Jack & Jill Market - Coatbridge

6th September 2025

Shop smartly, be savvy and save money when the Jack and Jill Market Coatbridge returns to Mackinnon Mills on Saturday 6th September!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta

Selected dates between 26th August 2025 - 2nd September 2025

Little Sparta is Ian Hamilton Finlay's greatest work of art. Come and explore the grounds as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Family And Kids Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Pre-School Workshop: What does a raindrop hear?

Pre-School Workshop: What does a raindrop hear?

18th July 2025

Join Eryna and other talented musicians on a musical adventure in this interactive session for children under 5 at Dunblane Cathedral Halls on 18th July as part of the Three Rivers Festival!

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Trio Òran, Piano Trio Concert ‘Throughflow’

Trio Òran, Piano Trio Concert ‘Throughflow’

18th July 2025

Don't miss London-based Piano Trio, Trio Òran, from Guildhall School of Music and Drama, as they present a recital of contrasts at Church of the Holy Rude on 18th July!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bannockburn House Gardens

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bannockburn House Gardens

1st July 2025 - 30th September 2025

Bannockburn House, an A-listed mansion built in 1675 by Sir Hugh Paterson, now sits in 26 acres of woodland and gardens.

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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!

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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 7th December 2025

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

This summer, join Culzean Castle on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole and into the enchanting world of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, brought to life in LEGO bricks!

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Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

15th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Kilmarnock Rugby Club between Tuesday 15th and Sunday 20th July!

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Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials

Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials

1st August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Step into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!

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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

5th August 2025 - 7th August 2025

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!

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Ayr & District Flower Show

Ayr & District Flower Show

15th August 2025 - 16th August 2025

The annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a seventh year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th August!

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Popular Events

Carnival Crazy Weekend At IKEA Glasgow
Join the team at IKEA Glasgow for a vibrant and fun filled carnival themed weekend that promises to bring enjoyment for the whole family!
Stitch & Kin Family Sewing Workshop
Join Stitch & Kin at Kilmacolm Community Centre for their beginners sewing class for parents & carers and their children to learn to sew together.
Paisley Rediscovered: The Recovery Series - Paisley Rediscovered
Paisley Rediscovered: The Recovery Series is a set of Heritage talks looking at the town of Paisley from earliest times until the mid 20th Century, the first talk explores the foundation of the town.
Ferguslie Cricket Club Fixtures
Ferguslie Cricket Club play Dumfries Cricket Club at Meikleriggs Cricket Ground on Saturday 19th July in the Western District Championship.
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An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 16th May!

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