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Welcome to What's on Lanarkshire, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Lanarkshire taking place throughout the year, from the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions!

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Featured Events in Lanarkshire

There are thousands of events in Lanarkshire every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

Kilbryde Hospice Christmas Fayre

29th November 2025

Join Kilbryde Hospice for their annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday 29th November and enjoy crafts, knitting, tombolas, raffles, plus a special visit from Santa!

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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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Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market

29th November 2025

Purchase personalised and hand crafted gifts for friends and loved ones at the annual Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market on Saturday 29th November!

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Cinema: Westlife - Royal Albert Hall 25th Anniversary Concert

29th November 2025

Westlife's 25th-anniversary concert at the Royal Albert Hall is coming to more than 400 cinemas across the UK and Ireland, don't miss your chance to see it at Airdrie Town Hall on 29th November!

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New Events in Lanarkshire

You'll find all the latest Lanarkshire events that have been added to the website right here!

Carols By Candlelight

21st December 2025

Join Hamilton Baptist Church on Sunday 21st December for an evening of both contemporary and traditional carols, all performed in the soft glow of candlelight.

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National Museum of Rural Life’s Festive Weekend

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Enjoy a weekend of festive family fun and storytelling at the National Museum of Rural Life on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December!

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Gary Meikle: Yer Maw

17th October 2026

Gary Meikle returns to the stage with brand new show, Yer Maw, don't miss him live at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 17th October!

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Latest Lanarkshire News

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Name the Loganair Christmas puffin and win a family adventure

Name the Loganair Christmas puffin and win a family adventure

Loganair, the UK’s leading regional airline, has launched a new festive competition to name the puffin starring in its emotional Christmas advert.

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Festive fun on the farm at the National Museum of Rural Life

Festive fun on the farm at the National Museum of Rural Life

Celebrate the season with festive fun for the whole family at the National Museum of Rural Life.

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Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival is a Christmas cracker this year!

Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival is a Christmas cracker this year!

A family rollercoaster, giant snow globe, rides, stalls, street food and live entertainment makes Loch Lomond Shores FREE Christmas festival the perfect Christmas day out for all the family!

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Zizzi celebrates a fresh era with a new menu and app, by giving 132 people free pasta for one year

Zizzi celebrates a fresh era with a new menu and app, by giving 132 people free pasta for one year

Zizzi has introduced a new food & drink menu across all its restaurants, launched a brand-new Zizzi app, and is giving 132 people free pasta for one year.

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Lanarkshire

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Lanarkshire theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

Christmas at New Lanark

29th Nov 2025 - 24th Dec 2025

Step into the magic of the season at New Lanark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as it's transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas at New Lanark 2025!

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Cinema: Cinderella

30th November 2025

Catch a special screening of this new production of the much-loved Royal Ballet fairytale classic, Cinderella at Airdrie Town Hall!

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Little Red Riding Hood

3rd Dec 2025 - 21st Dec 2025

This December, Studio 32 invites you to step into a world of festive fun as they bring the classic family pantomime Little Red Riding Hood to the stage in East Kilbride!

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Upcoming Family & Kids Events in Lanarkshire

Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Lanarkshire! We have something for everyone and every pocket...

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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Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market

29th November 2025

Purchase personalised and hand crafted gifts for friends and loved ones at the annual Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market on Saturday 29th November!

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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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Activities in Lanarkshire

Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!

Elliott Yoga Studio

Yoga Classes covering North Lanarkshire and surrounding areas:Beginners classes are every Monday 6pm, Thursday 6.20pm and Friday 9.30amClasses for all...

Clarkston Colts Youth Football Club

Clarkston Colts Youth Football Club are a children's community football club based in Airdrie, North Lanarkshire.

Larkhall & District Volunteer Group

Larkhall & District Volunteer Group is a charity based organisation that runs in Larkhall and the surrounding areas.

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Attractions in Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!

Strathaven Town Mill Arts and Heritage Centre

The Town Mill exists to support the community of Strathaven and the surrounding area by offering rooms and halls for hire for events and exhibitions as well as promoting a wide range of events!

Little Lions Play Cafe

Come and visit Little Lions Play Cafe, a fun place for children ages 6 and under to build confidence, develop social skills and explore their imagination.

East Kilbride Village Theatre

Situated in the beautiful heart of the old village of East Kilbride the Village Theatre is a perfect place to enjoy an evening's entertainment!

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Eating & Drinking in Lanarkshire

Eating out in Lanarkshire is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.

The NCT Centre

The NCT Centre is a community owned facility with conference space and meeting rooms to hire. Our community cafe, Centre Perk, offers hearty meals and home-baking as well as full catering packages.

Jackton Distillery

RAER's award-winning family owned distillery is quietly nestled in a nook of rolling fields in the Scottish Lowlands.

The Salmon Leap

The Salmon Leap has recently had an extensive refurbishment, which we are sure you'll agree has given the pub a new lease of life. On the lower level...

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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!
Carluke Christmas Lights Switch On
On Saturday 29th November, Carluke will host their annual Christmas Lights Switch On with an afternoon of free festive entertainment, Christmas Market and fair!
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!
Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market
Purchase personalised and hand crafted gifts for friends and loved ones at the annual Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market on Saturday 29th November!
Snow White
Spillers Pantomimes and North Lanarkshire Council will bring their annual pantomime for the first time to Airdrie Town Hall this festive season!

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Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton