Family And Kids Events in Lanarkshire in August 2024
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Events in Lanarkshire
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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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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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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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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Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays, Chatelherault Market showcases the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!
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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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Strathaven Miniature Railway Season
Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2024 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!
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Leadhills Miners Library
Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!
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ArtyKids Club
Calling all dabbers, splatterers, painters, sketchers and make and menders! ArtyKiDs Club meets every Sunday morning to share ideas and get creative!
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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde
View badgers, bats and other nocturnal creatures on a Badger Watch event organised by the Falls of Clyde Rangers!
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Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland
This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!
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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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Amazing Mini Golf
Drive into summer with EK, East Kilbride's tee-riffic mini golf experience. Navigate bridges, hills, tunnels and other tricky obstacles on the challenging nine hole course spread across Centre West!
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Jurassic Lanark
After 50 million years, the dinosaurs are back... and they're even more hungry! Don't miss your chance to spot them on the Jurassic Lanark Trail this Summer!
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Mermaid Swimming Lessons
Join Mermaids Scotland at Eastfield Lifestyles for a magical hour long experience in the pool as you visit Merkingdom!
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Strathclyde Farmers Market
Don't miss Strathclyde Country Park Farmers Market, showcasing a selection of local producers, fortnightly on Saturdays!
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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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EK Summer Of Sport
With a perfect storm of major sporting events taking place this summer, EK, East Kilbride is marking the occasion with a programme of action packed holiday activities for young sports fans!
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Valley View at Goulding’s Summer Pantos
This summer Valley View at Goulding's joins forces with local company Stagecraft Entertainment to bring you two brand new family shows... Old McDonald's Farm and The Ginger Bread Man!
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Time Quest
This summer, embark on an unforgettable adventure with your family and friends on New Lanark's interactive Heritage trail, Time Quest!
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Uddingston Sports Club Multi-Sport Summer Camp
Uddingston Sport Camps are back for the Summer Holidays offering a fantastic mix of Hockey, Rugby, Tennis, Cricket and Football!
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Baby Massage Course with Pebble Sense
Join Pebble Sense for a six week block of Baby Massage classes for 0-7 month olds beginning on Wednesday 24th July or Monday 12th August at be.fit Uddingston.
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Lauder On Tour
South Lanarkshire's Sir Harry Lauder Collection Exhibition showcases the famous stage performer's life and work, and his influence at the birth of the modern age of communication!
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Pop Up Play Village - Summer Olympic Events
Don't miss out on Pop Up Play Village's Olympic-themed summer events for children aged 0-8 years at their fabulous and fully mobile role play village with a Olympic theme throughout!
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Pedal 4 Poverty
Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!
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Harold and the Purple Crayon
Everything he draws is about to get real... don't miss Harold and the Purple Crayon at Airdrie Town Hall Cinema this August!
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Circus Montini: Clyde Valley Family Park
Circus Montini present a fast-paced production packed full of comedy, juggling, balancing, acrobatics, stunts and more at Clyde Valley Family Park between 3rd & 8th August!
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National Play Day
Join us in celebrating children's right to play with a fun filled day including stories, face painting, outdoor games, arts and crafts and all the usual Summerlee fun!
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Shrek The Musical
Leave your troubles Far Far Away and embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, love, and ogre-sized fun when Shine Youth Music Theatre bring Shrek The Musical to Hamilton!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Greatest Hits
Artie is bringing the original Singing Kettles packed full of clues to his Greatest Hits show at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 9th August!
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Community Day
David Livingstone Birthplace is hosting their annual Community Day on Friday 9th August celebrating Culture, Community & Creativity!
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Moana Movie Magic - CANCELLED
Join Kilbryde Hospice for their upcoming Movie Magic event, featuring a special screening of Moana at Calderwood Baptist Church on Friday 9th August!
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Taylor Swift Tribute
Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 9th August!
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The McDougalls: Space Adventure
Join stars of stage and screen, Auntie Aggie and Max, as they fly past the planets on an intergalactic musical expedition at East Kilbride Village Theatre!
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Friends of Summerlee Steam Fair
Come along to Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life on the 10th & 11th of August for the annual Friends of Summerlee Steam Fair!
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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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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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Hamilton Camera Club Photography Display
Enjoy a display of photography by members of Hamilton Camera Club at Chatelherault Country Park, running until Friday 30th August.
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Jog With Your Dog
Kilbryde Hospice are hosting their annual Jog With Your Dog event this Summer and they can't wait to see you all there with your four-legged friends!
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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 18th August!
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Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2023 Winners’ Exhibition
The Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2023 Winners' Exhibition, celebrating nature, wildlife & landscape photography and filmmaking in Scotland, comes to The Tolbooth, Lanark!
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Strathaven Balloon Festival
The annual Strathaven Balloon Festival returns for 2024 taking place on the weekend of August 23rd to 25th in Strathaven's John Hastie Park!
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Inflatable 5K Motherwell
The UK's biggest and best Inflatable 5k course, featuring 32 massive obstacles, returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 24th August!
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Lanark Summer Market
Discover Lanark is delighted to be welcoming a fabulous selection of stalls to Lanark Summer Market on Saturday 24th August!
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Artie is bringing the original Singing Kettles packed full of clues to his Greatest Hits show at Cumbernauld Theatre on Sunday 25th August!
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Tempo Community CIC Open Day
Get ready to experience a day filled with fun, food, dance and more at Tempo Community's Open Day on Sunday 25th August!
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Acoustic Cafe Nights at the Granary Presents Rain Of Animals
Acoustic Cafe Nights is delighted to be hosting the exciting and dynamic duo 'Rain of Animals' on Friday 30th August at the Granary!
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Bothwell Scarecrow Festival
The Scarecrow Festival returns for 2024 with two weeks packed full of fun things to do and see all over Bothwell!
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Lanarkshire Police Open Day
Police Scotland Lanarkshire are holding their annual family friendly Open Day of the station in Motherwell on Saturday 31st August!
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Reece Clarke Homecoming Show
Scottish ballet dancer Reece Clarke and his friends at the Royal Ballet are performing two very special shows in his hometown of Airdrie this summer!
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ReptiZoo Encounters Exotic Animal Experiences
Dive into the heart of the jungle right here in Wishaw with ReptiZoo Encounters' thrilling live animal show, hosted by their expert Animal Rangers!
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Too Good To Throw & More Market: Motherwell
Calling all crafters and bargain hunters! Join Too Good To Throw & More Market for a Crafters & Preloved Special at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility on Saturday 31st August!
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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:
The Mum Club East Renfrewshire Brunch Club
Come & join The Mum Club East Renfrewshire for a morning of delicious food, hot coffee and chats & laughs with like minded women... a TMC event is where new friendships are formed!
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Off Grid After School Summer Camps
Looking for something different for your kids during the Summer Holidays? Off Grid After School are running their outdoor camps for primary school children!
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Imaginarium Kids Club
Looking for something to do with the weans on a Sunday morning? Then bring them along to The Capelrig for the Imaginarium Kids Club!
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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:
A Girl Called Grace
A Girl Called Grace is a quirky, charming and inclusive show for children aged 3+. Catch it at Royal Scots Club as part of the Fringe!
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PHB Free Fringe Leith Arches
Get ready to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of creativity, laughter, and entertainment this August at Leith Arches - a Free Fringe venue!
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Philharmonia Orchestra Residency: Family Concert
Our Festival Director Nicola Benedetti joins Philharmonia as solo violinist in this family-friendly rendition of an instantly recognisable piece of classical music.
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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:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirklands Garden
Enjoy a day out at Kirklands, built in 1832, it has been the Hart family home for 45 years!
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Bowhouse Market Weekends
Bowhouse Market Weekends are a celebration of the best food and drink from Fife and beyond with a host of food and drink producers and the opportunity to try a great selection of street food.
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Leslie Community Ceilidh
Come and finish off the Leslie Gala Day on 10th August 2024 with a Ceilidh in Leslie Town Hall!
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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:
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Blockbuster Pro Wrestling - Live In Glasgow
Featuring some of the top talent in Scotland today, Blockbuster brings you an exciting night of Professional Wrestling, in the state-of-the-art Asylum, that the whole family can enjoy!
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Summer Holiday Development Camp
The UK's #1 football coaching academy is coming to Glasgow! Providing high quality football coaching for children aged 5-13 years.
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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:
OneRen Summer Activity Camps
OneRen's Summer Activity Camps are back with a with a fun-filled programme of activities which will entertain kids over the holidays!
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Family Fun Day and BBQ
Come along for a great family afternoon at the annual Renfrew Christian Fellowship community fun day and BBQ on Saturday 24th August!
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Lochwinnoch Feel Good Gathering
Building on the success of last year's Feel Good Family Day, don't miss the Lochwinnoch Feel Good Gathering at Lochwinnoch Park on Saturday 24th August!
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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:
Forth Valley Food and Drink Event
In partnership with Forth Valley Food and Drink, SHS Events are bringing a celebration of all things food and craft to Forthside Way this Saturday, 24th August!
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Happy Chinese Classes
These fun Happy Chinese Classes for pre-school age children are run by Yan An at The Raploch Community Campus on Monday mornings.
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Stirling Highland Games
The Stirling Highland Games return in August with an exciting programme of activities to entertain everyone!
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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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Kelburn School Of Sorcery
Step into a world of 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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Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green
Zippos Circus returns to Ayr's Low Green between Wednesday 7th and Monday 12th August with their all-new 2024 production, Magnificent!
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Picnic in the Park - POSTPONED
Join Kilwinning Community Events on Thursday 8th August for Picnic in the Park featuring free activities for all the family!
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Fresh Ayr Folk Fest
Fresh Ayr Folk Fest, will showcase an array of incredible live entertainment, family-friendly activities, fantastic food and drinks when it returns to Ayr Town Centre in August!
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Brodick Highland Games
The 2024 Brodick Highland Games will be held at Ormidale Park on Saturday 10th August, they're a great day out for all the family!
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Ayr & District Flower Show
The annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a sixth year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th August!
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Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire
The 2024 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between Saturday 31st August and Sunday 8th September!
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