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Community events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Hamilton Christmas Lights Switch On

22nd November 2025
Hamilton

Hamilton's Christmas Lights will be switched on this year on Saturday 22nd November, support your local businesses & community and enjoy a fun filled day in Hamilton town centre!

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Hamilton Christmas Markets

Selected dates between 22nd November 2025 - 20th December 2025
Hamilton

Hamilton Our Town is delighted to bring to you three dates of festive fun over Christmas with the return of their Christmas Markets!

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Rutherglen Christmas Lights Switch On

22nd November 2025
Rutherglen

On Saturday 22nd November, Rutherglen will host their annual Christmas Lights Switch On with an afternoon of festive entertainment featuring Heart FM's Des Clarke and The MacDonald Brothers!

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Cambuslang Christmas Lights Switch On

23rd November 2025
Cambuslang

On Sunday 23rd November, Cambuslang will host their annual Christmas Lights Switch On with an afternoon of festive entertainment featuring Heart FM's Des Clarke and The MacDonald Brothers!

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Carluke Christmas Lights Switch On

29th November 2025
Carluke

On Saturday 29th November, Carluke will host their annual Christmas Lights Switch On with an afternoon of free festive entertainment, Christmas Market and fair!

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Hilltop Parent Council Christmas Fayre

29th November 2025

After the huge success of last year, Hilltop Parent Council's Christmas Fayre is back featuring over 30 stalls, school stalls, tombola and lots of treats to be had!

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South Lanarkshire Christmas Memorial Service

7th December 2025

The South Lanarkshire Christmas Memorial Service will be held again at South Lanarkshire Crematorium on Sunday 7th December.

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Strathaven Reindeer Day

7th December 2025
Strathaven

Come along to Strathaven on Sunday 7th December from 11am for the annual visit from Santa and his team of reindeer!

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Community Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Last Chapter Death Cafe

The Last Chapter Death Cafe

Selected dates between 26th May 2025 - 24th November 2025

The Last Chapter Death Cafe is a monthly gathering to explore life's final journey with warmth and openness.

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Merry Mearns

Merry Mearns

23rd November 2025

The Avenue Shopping Centre are looking forward to welcoming you all along to the centre on Sunday 23rd November for a day full of festivities when they host Merry Mearns!

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Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Barrhead Foundry

Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Barrhead Foundry

Selected dates between 22nd January 2025 - 17th December 2025

Every week at Barrhead Foundry, trained Macmillan volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.

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Community Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

Community Christmas Party - Gracemount Mansion & Walled Gardens

Community Christmas Party - Gracemount Mansion & Walled Gardens

13th December 2025

Come along to Gracemount Mansion's annual Community Christmas Party when it returns on Saturday 13th December!

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German Christmas Fair

German Christmas Fair

29th November 2025

You are warmly invited to the Christmas Fair at the German Church, on Saturday 29th November!

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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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Community Events in Fife

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

Climate Conversation

Climate Conversation

3rd December 2025

Are you involved in running local assets—such as community centres, heritage buildings, parks, and other shared spaces? Then come along to a free interactive workshop on 3rd December at Eats Rosyth!

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Community Events in Glasgow

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

Friends of Forth and Clyde Social Group

Friends of Forth and Clyde Social Group

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Come along to Friends of Forth and Clyde's Social Group on Fridays for a heat, a chat or some peace and quiet - your choice!

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Bridgeton St Francis In the East Church Christmas Fair

Bridgeton St Francis In the East Church Christmas Fair

22nd November 2025

Bridgeton St Francis in the East Church will hold their annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 22nd November, entry is free and all are welcome!

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Sunshine & Smiles Gala: Fundraising Event for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity

Sunshine & Smiles Gala: Fundraising Event for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity

22nd November 2025

Ahmadiyya Muslim Women's Association, also known as Lajna Imaillah, warmly welcomes you to their fundraising event, hosted at the mosque in support of the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity!

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Community Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Paisley 10k & Fun Run

Paisley 10k & Fun Run

16th August 2026

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!

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Newmains Primary Christmas Fayre

Newmains Primary Christmas Fayre

27th November 2025

Newmains Parent Council have an exciting Christmas Fayre planned for Thursday 27th November and there is something for all the family!

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Kilbarchan Pipe Band Christmas Fayre and Coffee Morning

Kilbarchan Pipe Band Christmas Fayre and Coffee Morning

29th November 2025

Kilbarchan Pipe Band are holding their annual Christmas Fayre and Coffee Morning at Kilbarchan Bowling Club on Saturday 29th November!

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Community Events in Stirling

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

Maggie’s Linedance Flashmob

Maggie’s Linedance Flashmob

30th November 2025

Stand, clap along, sing, dance! Come join us in raising awareness of Gender Based Violence and showing community strength with Maggie's Line Dance Class at the iconic Kelpies!

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Carols & Carillons Concert presented by Dunblane Cathedral Handbell Ensembles

Carols & Carillons Concert presented by Dunblane Cathedral Handbell Ensembles

14th December 2025

Enjoy Christmas music from through the ages when Dunblane Cathedral Handbell Ensembles present their annual Carols and Carillons Christmas Concert in Dunblane Cathedral on Sunday 14th December!

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Climate Conversation

Climate Conversation

11th December 2025

Are you involved in running local assets—such as community centres, heritage buildings, parks, and other shared spaces? Then come along to a free interactive workshop on 11th December!

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Events in Other Areas

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Popular Events

Hamilton Christmas Lights Switch On
Hamilton's Christmas Lights will be switched on this year on Saturday 22nd November, support your local businesses & community and enjoy a fun filled day in Hamilton town centre!
Rutherglen Christmas Lights Switch On
On Saturday 22nd November, Rutherglen will host their annual Christmas Lights Switch On with an afternoon of festive entertainment featuring Heart FM's Des Clarke and The MacDonald Brothers!
Jack and the Beanstalk
South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO and New College Lanarkshire proudly present Jack and the Beanstalk at The Town House Hamilton this festive season!
MacKinnon Mills Indoor Christmas Carnival
Santa arrives at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday 8th November opening his fabulous Grotto and Indoor Carnival which will run every weekend until Christmas!
North Pole Express
North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!

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