Summer Holiday 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!

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!

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!

Jurassic Earth

Step into a prehistoric adventure when Jurassic Earth, the UK's original and best live dinosaur show, roars back into Braehead Arena on Sunday 28th June!

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!

Puppet Spectacular Glow Show

A captivating one-hour UV puppet show featuring a cast of colourful characters that will delight audiences of all ages is returning to Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 11th 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!

Rude Science

Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins as Stefan Gates bring his Rude Science show to Paisley Town Hall!

Adventures in Science

Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science when Crafty Fools come to Beacon Arts Centre on Sunday 2nd August!

UK’s Strongest Man 2026

For the first time in the show's legendary history, the Live UK's Strongest Man 2026 competition is coming to Braehead Arena in August! Scotland ARE YOU READY?

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!

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!

Calling all dino fans... join the intrepid rangers on a quest to restore power to the island and save the Dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live: Danger on T-REX Mountain comes to Eastwood Theatre!

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will once again return to Rouken Glen Park in August with headliners Boyzlife and Symphonic Ibiza!

Join I Love Clarkston for their first Fuel Festival, an event that will combine the annual car show with their monthly food market plus some added extras over two days in July!

From 11th June to 19th July, The Gyle Shopping Centre will host the Edinburgh World Cup Fanzone - a vibrant outdoor hub where supporters can gather to experience the tournament together!

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!

With free entry, free parking and lots of free entertainment, the Craigtoun Country Fayre is always a great family day out and they have lots of fun lined up for this year's event on 4th & 5th July!

Come and join us at Rothes Halls on Saturday 4th July for the ultimate pop concert and celebrate the biggest hits from the hottest artistes of the moment.

One mile north of Crail, the ongoing restoration and transformation of this ‘pocket’ estate’s 17th-century Scot’s tower house and gardens continues to evolve and delight.

From Saturday 23rd May to Sunday 9th August, the Glasgow 2026 Festival, inspired by The Games, will transform the city into a summer‑long cultural showcase!

The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public for their Super Sunday events throughout the year!

From stadium-shaking anthems to breathtaking choreography, K-Pop All Stars celebrates the global phenomenon redefining pop culture, don't miss this tribute show at The Pavilion Theatre!

From bespoke gifts, gorgeous craft, beautiful art, unique decorations, fresh produce and delicious home baked delights, the Lanark Town Centre Market is an event not to be missed!

For the very first time ever, the home of Motherwell FC is hosting a Sleepout... and it's all in celebration of 25 years of Kilbryde Hospice and 140 years of Motherwell FC!

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2026 season on Saturday 4th April and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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!

Immersion Theatre brings William Shakespeare's iconic, Romeo & Juliet to life in a fun, interactive spectacle at Culzean Castle and Country Park on Saturday 18th July!

Explore the south facing garden at 19 Waterslap in Fenwick on Saturday 25 July as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Enjoy a visit to three Beith Community Gardens on Saturday 18th July as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Auchincruive is steeped in horticultural history and the gardens are going through major redevelopment to bring them back to their former glory. Visit them as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Enjoy a perfect treat for the whole family as Immersion Theatre bring their trademark energy to Culzean Country Park with a wildly entertaining musical adaptation of The Jungle Book!

Folksy Theatre returns to Stirling Castle in July with a breathtaking open-air performance of Shakespeare's much-loved romantic comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream!

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole returns to Cardross Estate between the 17th and 19th July featuring massive line-up of live acts across 5 stages including headliners Ash, Alabama 3 and Huey Morgan!

BBC Radio 2 in the Park is returning to Scotland! The annual festival will be held at Stirling's City Park between Friday 7th and Sunday 9th August!