Family And Kids events in Lanarkshire
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Events in Lanarkshire
Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch
Join Newmains & District Gala Day on Sunday 2nd June for The Big Lunch, a fantastic community event for the whole family featuring inflatables, races, stalls and more!
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Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes
The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at venues across Lanarkshire!
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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
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Bookbug at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions on Mondays during term time and every Saturday!
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Discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at Summerlee's weekly Bookbug sessions!
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Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!
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Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!
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LEGO Animation Club
LEGO Animation Club is a brilliant way for kids to learn about creating their own animation work and have a great time among fellow LEGO fans!
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Bothwell Market
SHS Events bring their wonderful markets to Bothwell twice a month on the first and third Saturdays featuring artisan crafts, fresh produce, unique gifts, handmade items and tasty street food!
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LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market
LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at EK, East Kilbride, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!
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Low Parks LEGO Club
Kids of all ages & abilities are invited along to Low Parks Museum for their friendly & creative Lego Club, fortnightly on Saturdays!
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Hamilton Mausoleum Tour
Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.
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Allsorts Youth Group
Allsorts Club is a new Sunday Youth Group for children taking place at Hamilton South Parish Church from Sunday 2nd March.
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Strathaven Miniature Railway Season
Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2025 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!
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Family Fun Fair: Cambuslang
FunTastic Events Family Fun Fair returns to Cambuslang's Halfway Park between Thursday 3rd and Sunday 13th April with all your favourites from the waltzers to candyfloss!
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Alice In Wonderland
Come join the fun as Stagecraft Entertainment returns to Valley View this Easter with another exciting show... Alice in Wonderland!
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Easter at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
Families are invited to join North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre in Motherwell over the holidays to enjoy Easter arts, crafts, a Mini Zoo and more!
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New Lanark Easter Festival
This Easter at New Lanark, there are a variety of exciting activities to take part in including a scavenger hunt, bonnet making and parade and the Great New Lanark Duck Race!
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New Lanark Film Theatre - Easter Programme
This Easter, New Lanark Film Theatre are rolling out a lineup of family favourites every weekend until Easter Sunday... all for just £4.95! Don't miss out—book now before it's too late!
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Spring Family Fun and Easter Weekend
The Summerlee Easter Egg-stravaganza over the Spring holidays guarantees a cracking day out for all the family!
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Uddingston Multi-Sport Easter Camps
Kids will be able to develop their sports skills and make new friends at the annual Uddingston Multi-Sport Easter Camps!
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The Little Mermaid
Starbright Entertainments have teamed up with Airdrie Town Hall once again to bring you a brand new Easter pantomime adventure... The Little Mermaid!
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Easter at Pop Up Play Village
Hop into Spring with Pop Up Play Village! Join the egg-citement as Mr. Easter Bunny returns to spread joy and Easter cheer!
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Flowers And Friendship Bracelets - The Ultimate Pop Concert
Get ready for a dazzling explosion of music dance, and excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets, the ultimate pop concert, comes to Lanark Memorial Hall!
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Iron Girders Gym Pro Wrestling
9 competitive, must-see elite athletes will be performing across 7 exciting matches when Iron Girders Gym Pro Wrestling comes to the Alona Hotel on Sunday 13th April!
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Kids Easter Engineering Club
Choose something a bit different for the kids over the holidays and get them away from screens with STEM Explorers' Kids Engineering workshop!
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Mr Fibbers - On the Plectrum
Mr Fibbers and his guitar are back, and he's here to encourage all the minions out there to embrace their wonderful brains!
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Easter Petting Zoo
Join Cliftonville & Coatdyke Community Group for their fun-filled Easter event on Thursday 17th April!
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Bellshill Pump Track Spring Clean
Join Trash Free Trails and partner Velosolutions for a spring clean at the Bellshill Pump Track on Friday 18th April!
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Easter Eggsplorer Trails
Historic Environment Scotland invites you to find the clues and solve the challenge at Bothwell Castle's annual Easter Eggsplorer Trail!
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Palacerigg Community Trust Easter Event
Hop into Easter Fun at Palacerigg! Bring the whole family for four days of springtime fun, fresh air, and fantastic activities!
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Teddy Bear Picnic
Bring along your favourite cuddly toy to the teddy bear's picnic at David Livingstone Birthplace, where you’ll sing some songs, listen to stories and enjoy teddy snacks together.
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A MAD Easter at Jackton Distillery
Hop into the Easter spirit at Jackton Distillery with a magical day of family fun, sweet treats, and a touch of Wonderland!
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East Kilbride Tennis Club Open Day
Join East Kilbride Tennis Club for their fantastic Tennis Open Day! Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner, adult or junior, everyone is welcome to come along.
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Easter Egg-stravaganza!
Join David Livingstone Birthplace on Saturday 19th or Sunday 20th April and take part in their egg-cellent activities!
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Hamilton Easter Gala Day
Get ready for an incredible event as Hamilton Easter Gala Day returns to Quarry Street on Saturday 19th April!
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Passion Play in a Day
Join Drama Kirk for 'Passion Play in a Day' and tell the Easter story like never before!
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Spring Heritage Festival
New Lanark's Spring Heritage Festival is all about showcasing Lanarkshire's fascinating history and bringing to life some of the amazing stories and objects that make up their community's heritage!
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Taylor Fever
ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES! Alongside her incredible dancers, TAYLOR FEVER is taking UK and European Theatres by storm and for one night only returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 19th April!
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Unicorn Dance Party
With glittering costumes and visual pizazz, this interactive show for aspiring unicorns and their families will unlock the joy within us all!
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Easter Bunny Breakfast at Dobbies Sandyholm
Hop along to the restaurant for a tasty breakfast for the whole family before the little ones take part in some egg-cellent fun with the Easter bunny at Dobbies Sandyholm!
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Cliftonville & Coatdyke Community Parent & Toddler Playgroup
Exciting News! Cliftonville & Coatdyke Community Group are launching Wee Yins, a NEW parent & toddler playgroup starting on Tuesday 22nd April!
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Tom Gates Epic Stage Show
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2025, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 26th April!
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Bodies of Water
Bodies of Water at Cumbernauld Theatre is a playful, multi-sensory performance experience weaving together movement, choreography, water, objects and sound.
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Ministry Of Science LIVE
Expect 20ft liquid nitrogen clouds, exploding oxygen & hydrogen balloons, fire tornados, bottle rockets and even a self-built hovercraft when Ministry Of Science Live comes to Airdrie Town Hall!
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Lanark Medieval Celebration
Head to Lanark on Saturday 3rd May as the town hosts a fabulous free family day out with the return of their annual Medieval Celebration!
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Sing-Along Wicked
It's time to try the high notes of Defying Gravity for yourself! Get your witches together for two special sing-along screenings of Wicked at Lanark Memorial Hall!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Old Farm Cottage
If you are visiting the Clyde Valley on Sunday 4th May please take a short detour to visit this garden that sits on the Nemphlar Spur of the Clyde Walkway, less than two miles outside Lanark!
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It’s A Knockout
St. Andrew's Hospice are holding their annual 'It's A Knockout' charity event in Strathclyde Park on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th May!
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Makers & Merchants Monthly Market Launch Day
Makers & Merchants Markets, Scotland's newest and most exciting monthly market and a vibrant celebration of the best food, drink, and craft producers around, launches on Saturday 10th May!
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The Elmer Adventure
Join three friends on a joyful jungle adventure in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the much-loved Elmer books by David McKee at Lanark Memorial Hall!
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Scottish Garden Festival
Whether you're a gardening enthusiast or simply looking for a fun and enriching outing, the Scottish Garden Festival promises a memorable experience for everyone!
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Kilbryde Hospice Plant Sale
Kilbryde Hospice will host their annual plant sale on Saturday 24th May featuring variety of indoor and outdoor plants, garden items, seeds and bulbs available to buy!
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Lanark Spring Market
Discover Lanark is delighted to welcome a fabulous selection of stalls to Lanark Spring Market on Saturday 24th May!
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The Amazing Thing
Lempen Theatre Company bring The Amazing Thing to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 24th May... it's a truly original story told with puppets, acting and live music!
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Woolly Weekend
See a shearer at work with Scottish Blackface sheep and enjoy wool-themed family crafts and activities at the Museum of Rural Life's annual Woolly Weekend!
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The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long
Sing along to such wonderful hits as 'The Greatest Show', 'This is Me' and 'Never Enough' when The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long comes to Lanternhouse on Sunday 25th May!
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Peppa Meets The Baby Cinema Experience
PIG changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at Airdrie Town Hall's cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby!
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Summer Time Brass
Join Coalburn Intermediate and Silver Bands at East Kilbride Old Parish Church on Friday 30th May for their annual concert, Summer Time Brass!
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Strathaven Beer Festival
The inaugural Strathaven Beer Festival will run on Saturday 31th May, as the town gets set to kick-start the summer in style by showcasing the very best of Scottish produce with a party!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hawk House Gardens
We invite you to explore our formal and wild gardens at Hawk House, hidden inside protective mixed hedges, with formal gardens, a wildflower meadow, woodland and far-reaching views!
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Stride For Kilbryde
Whether you’re walking in memory of a loved one, staying in shape, or just fancy shaking up your Saturday night... join the Stride for Kilbryde at Hamilton Park Racecourse on 7th June!
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Bitter Sweet
From the creators of smash-hit show Taylor Fever comes Bitter Sweet, the incredible tribute concert to pop mega-stars Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo!
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Premier British Wrestling
Premier British Wrestling return to the Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 20th June for another action packed night that the whole family can enjoy!
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Barrio Fiesta Scotland
Barrio Fiesta Scotland at Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 28th June is a vibrant, family-friendly, cultural festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Philippines!
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The Lost Kingdom
Enjoy a unique and spectacular edutainment experience at The Lost Kingdom! Experience the Jurassic Era with over 50 animatronic dinosaurs... it's the perfect day out for families to enjoy.
READ MOREAdventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Chatelherault
Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Chatelherault!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Lanark Town Gardens
Explore a selection of Gardens in Lanark as part of Scotland’s Gardens, the easily walked route provides an eclectic mix including a miniature orchard and an extensive rock garden!
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Milkshake! - Live On Holiday
Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday when they bring their brand new show to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 19th July!
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The Lion King Sing-A-Long
Sing-a-Long Season at Cumbernauld Theatre continues on Sunday 20th July with a special screening of family favourite The Lion King!
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Calderglen Family Run of Colour
Take a unique, colourful walk, jog or run, through some of the beautiful grounds of Calderglen Country Park at the Family Run of Colour on Sunday 27th July!
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Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure
Join Fireman Sam at Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 27th July as he sets out to rescue Norman and his friends on a camping adventure!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Covington Mill Farmhouse
Set amongst 8 acres, Covington Mill Farmhouse gardens have been transformed from pastureland to a landscape of woodlands, wildlife habitats, formal gardens and recently, a prairie-inspired garden.
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Dinosaur Adventure Live: The Big Jurassic Storm
Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Lanark Memorial Hall!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland
Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 8th August!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: New Lanark Roof Garden
Created on the 9,000 square feet of roof on one of the mill buildings, New Lanark's amazing Roof Garden is the largest of its kind in Scotland and is one of their visitor highlights!
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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure
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 East Kilbride Village Theatre!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobwood Cottage Garden
A four-times winner of West Lothian Gardener of the year, Jamie invites you to Stobwood Cottage. In just four years he has established a hugely impressive garden in the South Lanarkshire countryside!
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Inflatable 5K Motherwell
The UK's biggest and best Inflatable 5k course, featuring 30 massive obstacles, returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 23rd August!
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Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Sunday 24th August!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta
Little Sparta is Ian Hamilton Finlay's greatest work of art. Come and explore the grounds as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!
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MusicFest Mainstage
Musicfest Mainstage is a family-friendly, one-day music festival being held within the grounds of the Uddingston Cricket Club on Saturday 6th September as part of the Bothwell Scarecrow Festival!
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Science Museum Live
The Science Museum is going on tour! Experience this brand-new show at Airdrie Town Hall which will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you in new and exciting ways.
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The Eras Experience
Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 20th September!
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Taylor Swift Tribute
Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna when she comes to the Alona Hotel on Sunday 21st September!
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The Nutcracker
Crown Ballet return to The Town House, Hamilton in October to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker, a wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family!
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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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Michelle McManus’ Winter Wonderland
Michelle McManus' Winter Wonderland is back for 2025 so get ready to shake your Christmas baubles with Yuletide glee and book now for all the festive cheer you'll need this December!
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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:
Easter Afternoon Tea With Rapunzel
Join Rapunzel at Maples Brunch House for an enchanted afternoon of storytime, games, songs, and more at their Easter-themed Afternoon Tea!
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National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire: Coffee Break
Join National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire for their weekly Coffee Break in Barrhead offering peer support, socialising and signposting delivered by our local trained volunteers.
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Spring Into Spring
Drop in to Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre for some springtime fun this Easter break with the Whitelee Countryside Rangers!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Fairnielaw
Visit Fairnielaw with its mixture of both formal and wild areas with beautiful views towards Traprain Law and the Garleton Hills at the highest point!
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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle
Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
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Makers Market at Lind & Lime
Support The Makers is delighted to return to Lind & Lime in 2025 with up to 28 makers!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Scottish Championship Bike Racing - Round 1 - Armed Forces & NHS Appreciation Weekend
Prepare for incredible 170mph bike racing as top contenders take to the track at Knockhill Racing Circuit on 12th & 13th April!
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Magic Gareth: Balloonatic
Balloonatic is an exciting and fun family show with balloons, games, prizes, and mindblowing magic live on stage. Catch it at The Byre Theatre St Andrews on Thursday 17th July!
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Bangers ‘n’ Flash
Bangers 'n' Flash is back... the chilled-out, family-friendly car show which celebrates the automobile in all its forms; from the humble econobox to the pristine supercar!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Second Hand Rose Vintage & Craft Fair
Love a good rummage? Adore a Jumble sale? Can't resist a car boot? Can't walk past a charity shop? Then join the Britannia Panopticon for their Second Hand Rose Vintage & Craft Fair!
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Zippos Circus at Glasgow’s Victoria Park
Zippos Circus returns to Glasgow's Victoria Park between Thursday 12th and Tuesday 17th June with their all-new 2025 production, Bravo!
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The Market at Holmwood: Christmas Edition
Don't miss a special festive market in the grounds of Holmwood House on Sunday 23rd November and get ahead with your Christmas shopping!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
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Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC!
Magic Gareth, one of the UK's TOP Family Entertainers comes to Paisley Arts Centre, and this time he is bringing his balloons!
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Float
Designed especially for babies up to 12 months old, Float invites you to relax with your baby and enjoy a gently interactive performance, with music, dance, visual projections and sensory objects!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Doors Open Day at The Engine Shed
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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Eggsplore Mugdock this Easter Weekend
Check out the fun packed programme at Mugdock Country Park this Easter weekend - 18th to 21st April.
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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Callendar House
Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Callendar House!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Peter Pan and the Quest for the Easter Treasure
Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, Captain Hook, and Mr. Smee for a family-friendly adventure filled with excitement, laughter, and a sprinkle of pixie dust at Kelburn Castle this Easter!
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Boswell Book Festival
Boswell Book Festival, the world's only festival of biography and memoir, comes to Dumfries House for 2025 between the 9th and 11th May!
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Solas Festival
Solas Festival is Scotland's midsummer celebration of Music, Arts, and Community, offering a vibrant and inclusive experience for all ages!
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Kelburn Garden Party
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!
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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House
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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