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Events in Stirling

Stirling Ghostwalk

3rd January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle

1st February 2025 - 30th September 2025
Dunblane

Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.

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Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree

5th February 2025 - 1st September 2025
Kippen

Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Aberfoyle and the hills beyond to Doune.

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LKP Markets & Events: Thistles Centre Market

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 14th September 2025

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

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Killearn Country Market

Selected dates between 22nd March 2025 - 6th December 2025

Don't miss the Killearn Country Market, a regular craft fayre boasting bakes, woodworking, jewellery, art and more, all hand-crafted by talented makers from around Scotland!

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Scotland’s National Hero

12th April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

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Callander Toy Fair

Selected dates between 13th April 2025 - 19th October 2025

Callander Toy Fair returns to McLaren High School. It's a must visit event for any collector of toys and models.

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Preschool Activities With Active Stirling

30th April 2025 - 19th December 2025

Come along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Oakmore

Selected dates between 11th May 2025 - 13th July 2025
Port of Menteith

Oakmore is a garden for real plant enthusiasts and to enjoy. A maturing garden with raised herbaceous borders, young orchards, a developing shrubbery, a rose garden and a bog garden.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gardener’s Cottage Walled Garden

15th June 2025 - 15th October 2025
Killearn

The walled garden, acquired in 2013 by the present owners, has been planted with extensive herbaceous borders, box hedging, roses and many unusual plants.

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Summer Family Fun

28th June 2025 - 10th August 2025

Come along to Affinity Sterling Mills Outlet Shopping for FREE family fun every weekend from 28th June - 10th August!

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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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Open Reflection & Music Recital

Selected dates between 6th July 2025 - 10th August 2025

Come along to Trossachs Church and take some time out from busy lives for quiet reflection with a short acoustic musical performance.

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Creepy-Crawly Club

Selected dates between 9th July 2025 - 13th August 2025

Calling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups! Join the Creepie Crawlie Club at Mugdock Country Park and learn about bugs and beasties.

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Circus Vegas: Stirling

11th July 2025 - 15th July 2025

Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK 2025 and comes to King's Park, Stirling from 11th to 15th July!

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Roahl Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Jr presented by SABOS Musical Theatre Youth

11th July 2025 - 12th July 2025

Get ready for magic, mischief and revolting children! SABOS Musical Theatre Youth bring Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Jr. to life at Victoria Hall, Dunblane this July.

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Bradshaw Productions - Spot’s Birthday Party

12th July 2025 - 13th July 2025

Spot is back to celebrate again and everyone’s invited! Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show for everyone age 2+ and their grownups.

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The Famous Alva Games

12th July 2025

The 167th Famous Alva Games will return on Saturday 12th July bringing you all a great family day out!

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Wildlife Weans: Dens & Camouflage

12th July 2025

Use natural woodland materials to create a cosy den and learn all about how animals are such experts at hiding at Mugdock Country Park on 12th July!

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Parent & Child Yoga Together

Selected dates between 15th July 2025 - 24th July 2025

Looking for a fun, calming activity to enjoy with your child? Then come along to The Dunblane Centre in July for these Parent & Child Yoga workshops!

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Wee Skelfs Summer 2025

15th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Green Aspirations Wee Skelfs holiday club is back for Summer 2025. It's designed to let kids play in the woods and explore their natural surroundings.

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Three Rivers Festival: Ethan Loch - Piano Recital ‘Watercolours’

17th July 2025

BBC Young Musician of the Year finalist, Scottish pianist Ethan Loch, opens the Three Rivers Festival with an exhilarating recital in the stunning surroundings of Dunblane Cathedral.

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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’

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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Claire Haslin and Phil Gault - Vocal Recital

19th July 2025

Acclaimed Scotland-based duo Phil Gault and Claire Haslin present a varied palette of works for voice and piano at Camphill Blair Drummond on Saturday 19th July as part of the Three Rivers Festival.

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Crafternoon - Hapa Zome: Flower & Leaf Printing

20th July 2025

Join Create Club for a hands-on creative workshop exploring Hapa Zome, an ancient Japanese art, at Kippen Village Hall on 20th July!

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Finale String Quintet Concert: ‘Delta’

20th July 2025

String players from London’s Conservatoires join forces for a rousing finale to the Three Rivers Festival on 20th July at Park Church, Stirling.

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Fantastic Mr Fox: Family-Friendly Film Screening

23rd July 2025

Join us at the Creative Stirling venue (upstairs in Made in Stirling) for a family-friendly screening of Fantastic Mr Fox on Wednesday, July 23rd!

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Afternoon Ambles: Craigend, The Great Estate (Heritage walk)

26th July 2025

Join Ranger Alan on this historical guided walk and uncover fascinating stories about the castle and the famous zoo!

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Balquhidder, Lochearnhead and Strathyre Highland Games

26th July 2025
Lochearnhead

Experience a traditional Games in beautiful surroundings at the Balquhidder, Lochearnhead and Strathyre Highland Games on Saturday 26th July!

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Wildlife Weans: Butterflies, Books, Bugs & Beasties!

26th July 2025

Discover the things that buzz, crawl, hop and flutter on this woodland and grassland adventure at Mugdock Country Park on 26th July!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Mollan

27th July 2025
Stirling

Mollan is a large, 3-acre garden in rural Stirlingshire set in softly rolling farmland.

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Wild Magik Summer Apprenticeships

29th July 2025

This summer, young apprentices are invited into a place of real-world magik: hands-on craft, nature connection, and the spirit of wonder at this 3-day outdoor camp at Tir Na Nog.

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Whale Rider - Family-Friendly Film Screening

31st July 2025

Come along to Creative Stirling for this family-friendly screening of Whale Rider, a contemporary story of love, rejection and triumph!

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Back Doune the Rabbit Hole Festival

1st August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Doune the Rabbit Hole will be returning to Cardross Estate under new management from 1st to 3rd August as ‘Back Doune the Rabbit Hole’.

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Bridge of Allan Highland Games

3rd August 2025

Enjoy a great day out at the 2025 Bridge of Allan Highland Games on the 3rd August at Strathallan Games Park.

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Trees of Mugdock

4th August 2025

Don't miss a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors as a family and learn more about nature and Mugdock with the support of our Ranger Stuart.

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Killin Highland Games

6th August 2025

Held in Breadalbane Park, Killin, the 2025 Killin Highland Games returns on Wednesday 6th August!

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Summer Junior Ranger Camp: Creative Woodland

6th August 2025

Learn the ways of the wilds on this 3 day adventure in nature at Mugdock Country Park in August.

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WALL.E - Family-Friendly Film Screening

6th August 2025

Bring the family along for this screening of WALL.E at Creative Stirling on 6th August.

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Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

8th August 2025 - 9th August 2025

Rubber Chicken Theatre proudly invites you to ‘Be Our Guest’ as the most enchanted musical of all time, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Macrobert Arts Centre in August.

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Bushcraft Survival

10th August 2025

Develop your survival skills in wild Mugdock! Bushcraft Survival on Sunday 10th August!

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Fabulous Musical Art

10th August 2025

Get out in nature as a family and make something special to take home as a keepsake at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday 10th August!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Braehead Community Garden

10th August 2025
Stirling

Braehead Community Garden is an 11,000 square metre outdoor space, enjoying a direct view of Stirling Castle.

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Kippen Flower Show

16th August 2025

Come and visit the Kippen Flower Show in the historic village of Kippen, 10 miles from Stirling, on Saturday 16th August!

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Stirling Highland Games

16th August 2025

The Stirling Highland Games return in August with an exciting programme of activities to entertain everyone!

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Walk for Parkinson’s: Falkirk 2025

16th August 2025

Whatever your reason. Whoever you walk for. Join Parkinson's UK in Falkirk and help raise vital funds for research into better treatments and hopefully, one day a cure.

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Podfather Stirling 10k with Kids Fun Runs

7th September 2025
Stirling

Central AC are delighted to welcome you to the 24th running of the Podfather Stirling 10k, with two fun run events, a 2k for ages 5-9 year olds and a 3.5k for ages 10-14 year olds.

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Doors Open Day at The Engine Shed

20th September 2025 - 21st September 2025

The Engine Shed is opening it's doors on 20th and 21st September as part of Doors Open Day 2025. Join us to discover what's inside and learn about it's history!

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Doors Open Days Stirling 2025

27th September 2025 - 28th September 2025
Stirling

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Stirling!

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Callander Jazz & Blues Festival

2nd October 2025 - 5th October 2025
Callander

Whatever your taste in music, come along and enjoy the atmosphere of the annual Callander Jazz & Blues Festival 2025!

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William Wallace Running Festival

11th October 2025

This is your chance to be part of an epic new event with routes set to showcase Stirling’s most historic sites and spectacular views.

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Tall Stories - The Smeds and The Smoos

16th October 2025 - 18th October 2025

Expect music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories when they bring The Smeds and the Smoos to Macrobert Arts Centre in October!

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Legally Blonde

24th October 2025 - 25th October 2025

'OMIGOD you guys'! Rubber Chicken Theatre teens and adults are back at Macrobert Arts Centre this October with their production of Legally Blonde!

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Brrrr!!! The Chilliest Penguin In The World...

28th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

With beautiful puppets, plenty of surprises and lots of audience interaction, this magical new visual theatre show from the artistic team at Macrobert Arts Centre is perfect for children under 6.

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Weans in the Wood

28th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026

Grab your magic wands, dancing shoes and full-on-sing-along voices for this year’s panto extravaganza… Weans in the Wood at Macrobert Arts Centre! 

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Festive Lunch with Santa

Selected dates between 7th December 2025 - 22nd December 2025

Enjoy a wonderful 2 course festive lunch with your family & friends and a visit to our Santa’s Grotto to meet the jolly man in red himself!

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Santa Lunch at Stirling Court Hotel

Selected dates between 7th December 2025 - 24th December 2025

Join us this year at Stirling Court Hotel to create special memories for your little ones in a relaxed, fun and fuss-free environment as we welcome Santa back to the Stirling Court Hotel!

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The Grinch Dinner & Disco

Selected dates between 7th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join the Inglewood team this Christmas and enjoy a wonderful Who-feast followed by a visit from the Grinch and music from our DJ!

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Christmas by Candlelight

10th December 2025

Experience the enchantment of this Christmas by Candlelight Concert in an unforgettable festive musical celebration presented by Xperience Live at The Albert Halls!

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Elf’s Brunch

22nd December 2025

Does a cheeky Elf arrive at your house every Christmas? Join us at Inglewood House & Spa for a special Elf themed brunch!

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Christmas Day Lunch at Stirling Court Hotel

25th December 2025

Make Christmas Day special at Stirling Court Hotel with a delicious four course meal and visit from Santa, a gift for every child and arts and crafts after lunch!

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Winterlight

27th December 2025 - 31st December 2025

The Albert Halls Stirling presents Winterlight – a dazzling new winter festival that will light up your December evenings with spectacular live music.

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A Frozen Afternoon Tea

28th December 2025

Come along to Inglewood House & Spa for Olaf's Adventure and a magical themed Afternoon Tea with entertainment from a special Arendelle resident!

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Hogmanay Party & Stay or Party Only at Stirling Court Hotel

31st December 2025

Welcome the New Year in sparkling style with Stirling Court Hotel's Hogmanay Party and Stay Package!

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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:

Science Taster Sessions with Little Lab Investigators

Science Taster Sessions with Little Lab Investigators

Selected dates between 11th July 2025 - 28th July 2025

Join Sportykids Softplay for their School Holiday Science Taster Sessions with Little Lab Investigators!

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PRIME Football Summer Camps

PRIME Football Summer Camps

7th July 2025 - 12th August 2025

Glasgow's coaching brand PRIME Football is back with their biggest and best summer schedule yet featuring six weeks of footballing fun over the holidays!

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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

13th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

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

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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:

High Speed Seafari Adventure

High Speed Seafari Adventure

Selected dates between 4th May 2025 - 21st September 2025

Experience the thrill of the Firth of Forth on Maid of the Forth's 1-hour RIB trips! Perfect for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike.

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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

14th December 2025

Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!

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The MoonWalk Scotland and the 5K ZOOM Walk

The MoonWalk Scotland and the 5K ZOOM Walk

6th September 2025

Join in the fun of the MoonWalk Scotland and the 5K ZOOM Walk on Saturday 6th September and experience Edinburgh like never before!

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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:

Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship

Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship

16th August 2025 - 17th August 2025

Whether you're new to BTCC or a lifelong fan, the 2025 season promises non-stop thrills. Don’t miss out, join us at Knockhill for the ultimate car racing weekend!

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7-11 Girls Only Session Summer Basketball Camp 2025

7-11 Girls Only Session Summer Basketball Camp 2025

14th August 2025 - 15th August 2025

The 7-11 Girls Only Session is for girls who want to try out basketball, whether you've played before or it's your first time. You're all welcome to come along and try it out

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The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

22nd January 2026

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Rothes Halls for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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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:

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

10th January 2026

Singalonga Productions, producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Grease brings you their newest show, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing - The Greatest Showman!

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Family Workshop: Crest Quest

Family Workshop: Crest Quest

15th July 2025 - 16th July 2025

Join the Glasgow Life Museums Learning Team at Kelvin Hall on the 15th or 16th July and create a family shield inspired by the Glasgow Coat of Arms!

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Bluey’s Big Play

Bluey’s Big Play

11th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Back by popular demand... Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are returning to the SEC Armadillo in December with the Olivier award-nominated live stage show, Bluey's Big Play!

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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:

The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

16th August 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Airdrie Town Hall!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

5th October 2025

Taking place in the stunning grounds of Chatelherault, Mud Madness involves mud runs, water slides, obstacles and even a dip in the River Avon – great fun for all ages!

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Taylor Fever

Taylor Fever

17th October 2025

ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES! Alongside her incredible dancers, TAYLOR FEVER is taking UK and European Theatres by storm and for one night only comes to The Town House Hamilton on Friday 17th October!

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Family And Kids Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

The Fashion Class - Highland Fling Summer Fashion Camp

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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Renfrew Market & Car Boot

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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft

1st April 2025 - 31st October 2025

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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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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A Midsummer Night’s Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

16th July 2025

Join The Three Inch Fools as they present A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's most iconic comedy, at Kelburn Estate & Country Centre on Wednesday 16th 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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Popular Events

Green Gym: Bracken Whackin’
Join the Green Gym for the wellbeing of yourself and nature at Mugdock Country Park this July!
The Famous Alva Games
The 167th Famous Alva Games will return on Saturday 12th July bringing you all a great family day out!
Parent & Child Yoga Together
Looking for a fun, calming activity to enjoy with your child? Then come along to The Dunblane Centre in July for these Parent & Child Yoga workshops!
Connor Burns: Gallus
Don’t miss the all-new Gallus – the latest comedy show from Connor Burns, Scotland’s breakout international stand-up sensation, at The Albert Halls Stirling on 30th January!
Bats about Mugdock
Witness an amazing sunset spectacle as Mugdock's colony of Pipistrelle bats leave their maternity roost at the Visitor Centre to go out for their night-time feed on Thursday 10th July!

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