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Community events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

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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Blantyre Old Parish Church Christmas Fayre

29th November 2025

It's that time of year where Santa Claus and his charming little helper Twinkle come to visit Blantyre Old Parish Church to open their fantastic Christmas Fayre!

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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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Holy Cross High School Christmas Fair

29th November 2025

Holy Cross High School in Hamilton will open its doors on Saturday 29th November for its 'bigger and better than ever' Christmas Fair!

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Larkhall Christmas Market and Light Switch On

7th December 2025
Larkhall

Join Larkhall Community Events for their annual Christmas Market and Light Switch On event on Sunday 7th December, a day filled with festive cheer and unforgettable memories!

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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:

Giffnock Litter Pickers

Giffnock Litter Pickers

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 28th December 2025

Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!

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Broom Parish Church Winterfest and Christmas Lights Switch On

Broom Parish Church Winterfest and Christmas Lights Switch On

30th November 2025

Broom Church will host their annual Broom Parish Church Winterfest and Christmas Lights Switch On event for 2025 on Sunday 30th November!

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Eaglesham Boys Brigade Christmas Market

Eaglesham Boys Brigade Christmas Market

6th December 2025

The Eaglesham Boys Brigade are holding their annual Christmas Market at Carswell Hall on Saturday 6th December and would love to see you there!

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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:

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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New Monthly Veterans Cafe

New Monthly Veterans Cafe

Selected dates between 1st November 2024 - 30th December 2025

Connect with others who understand your background and have shared your life experiences at the monthly Veterans Cafe in the Gyle Shopping Centre.

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The Eric Liddell Community’s Lights Switch On

The Eric Liddell Community’s Lights Switch On

3rd December 2025

Join The Eric Liddell Community for their annual Christmas Lights Switch On event! Gather with friends, family, and neighbours as we light up the community and celebrate together.

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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:

Helensburgh Winter Festival

Helensburgh Winter Festival

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Helensburgh Winter Festival, one of the most popular events on the local calendar, returns for 2025 on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November!

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Glasgow 850

Glasgow 850

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025

2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!

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Cathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Window Wanderland

Cathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Window Wanderland

20th February 2026 - 22nd February 2026

Cathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Window Wanderland will transform the Southside into a spectacular outdoor gallery for all to enjoy between Friday 20th and Sunday 22nd February!

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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:

St Margaret’s Christmas Fayre

St Margaret’s Christmas Fayre

7th December 2025

St Margaret's Church in Johnstone are holding their annual Christmas Fayre on Sunday 7th December, full of lovely stalls selling unique gifts, it's a day for all the family to enjoy!

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Todholm Primary Christmas Fair

Todholm Primary Christmas Fair

29th November 2025

There's fun and games for everyone at the annual Todholm Primary School Christmas Fair on Saturday 29th November!

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Howwood Christmas Lights Switch On

Howwood Christmas Lights Switch On

28th November 2025

The annual Howwood Christmas Lights Switch On is being held on Friday 28th November at The Triangle on Midton Road!

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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

Kilmarnock Christmas Festival

Kilmarnock Christmas Festival

30th November 2025
Kilmarnock

Kilmarnock's Christmas Festival is coming to town on Sunday 30th November! Mark the date in your diary as it promises to be festive treat for all the family.

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Sponsored Links

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Glasgow Science Centre
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Popular Events

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!
Totally Tina!
Come shake a tail feather with the UK's supreme Tina tribute – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast at The Town House Hamilton on Thursday 26th February!
Glasgow Phoenix Choir: Christmas with the Phoenix
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing its annual Christmas concert in Moncreiff Parish Church on Saturday 13th December!
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!
The Journey Back
Coming to The Town House Hamilton in June, The Journey Back is an emotional rollercoaster of a show that takes audiences through the turbulent last 10 years of Rangers Football Club.

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