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Outdoor events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

Wild Ways Well Health Walks

Selected dates between 31st October 2023 - 28th May 2024
Coatbridge

Join Wild Ways Well each week for their Health Walk as they walk, talk, learn and connect with each other and nature!

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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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Strathclyde Parkrun

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 28th December 2024

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!

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Chatelherault Market

Selected dates between 4th February 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Held weekly on Sundays, Chatelherault Market showcases the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!

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Lanark Market Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 11th February 2024 - 15th December 2024

An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 1pm!

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Navigation Skills For Improvers

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 3rd November 2024
Kilsyth

Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a one day navigation course in the Kilsyth Hills for a women who want to grow their confidence using maps and compass to plan and follow routes in the countryside.

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Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Selected dates between 30th March 2024 - 29th September 2024

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2024 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde

Selected dates between 11th May 2024 - 14th August 2024

View badgers, bats and other nocturnal creatures on a Badger Watch event organised by the Falls of Clyde Rangers!

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Calderstock

25th May 2024

Come along to Calderglen Country Park for Calderstock... an annual afternoon of live music, dance and interactive entertainment for all the family to enjoy!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilsyth Gardens

26th May 2024
Kilsyth

Explore the neighbouring private gardens of Aeolia and Blackmill in Kilsyth on Sunday 26th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Lanark Lanimer Week

2nd June 2024 - 8th June 2024
Lanark

A fantastic week of celebrations are planned between the 2nd and 8th of June 2024 for the annual Lanark Lanimer Week... one of Scotland's oldest traditions!

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Walk for Parkinson’s: Chatelherault Country Park

2nd June 2024

Whatever your reason. Whoever you walk for. Join Parkinson's UK at Chatelherault Country Park and help raise vital funds for research into better treatments and hopefully, one day a cure.

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Carluke & District Gala Day

8th June 2024
Carluke

The 2024 Carluke & District Gala Day is being held on Saturday 8th June - a great day out for all the family!

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Stride For Kilbryde

8th June 2024

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 Saturday 8th June!

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Glasgow Pretty Muddy 5k

15th June 2024

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is a brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course... have fun with your friends whilst raising valuable funds for life-saving research!

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Glasgow Pretty Muddy Kids

15th June 2024

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones where they take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends!

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Glassford Gala Day

15th June 2024
Glassford

Glassford Gala Day returns on Saturday 15th June for its 83rd edition... it's a fantastic day out for all the community to enjoy!

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Larkhall Gala Day

15th June 2024
Larkhall

Save the date! Larkhall Gala Day is coming to town on Saturday 15th June, and it's going to be EPIC... get ready for a day filled with excitement, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

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Midsummer Wander at RSPB Baron’s Haugh

15th June 2024

Join the ranger for an at dusk walk around RSPB Baron's Haugh and enjoy the long summer evening surrounded by nature.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Covington Gardens

16th June 2024
Various Locations Lanarkshire

Come along and explore a group of three gardens in and close to Covington Village as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Little Sparta

Selected dates between 25th June 2024 - 3rd September 2024

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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The Land Of Giants

29th June 2024 - 14th July 2024

The Land Of Giants, the must-see spectacular outdoor Jurassic and Ice Age Experience, is coming to Cuningar Loop this Summer!

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History In The Field

19th July 2024 - 21st July 2024

History In The Field is Scotland's newest multiperiod living history event, hosted by Western Desert Recce Group, at the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre between the 19th and 21st of July!

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Blaeberry Bimble

28th July 2024

It's International Bog Day so join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for a stroll to explore the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the bog!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Calderglen Family Run of Colour

28th July 2024

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 28th July!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Walled Garden, Shieldhill

4th August 2024
Biggar

Explore the redesigned and planted 200-year-old walled garden at Quothquan as part of this year's Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobwood Cottage Garden

10th August 2024 - 11th August 2024
Forth

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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Jog With Your Dog

18th August 2024

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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Quarriers Golf Day 2024

30th August 2024

Quarriers Golf Day is always a day to remember and this year they're returning to Cathkin Braes, the oldest golf course in Glasgow!

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St Andrew’s Hospice Ben Nevis Challenge

31st August 2024

Join St Andrew's Hospice for their Ben Nevis Challenge this August and trek the UK's highest mountain with local guides!

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Brilliant Bats at RSPB Baron’s Haugh

14th September 2024

Join the reserve warden for a twilight walk to track down the bats around RSPB Baron's Haugh, and find out all about these nocturnal creatures!

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MooFest

14th September 2024 - 15th September 2024

MooFest is back! This weekend of cattle-inspired activities, talks and tastings at the National Museum of Rural Life will a-moo-se young and old alike!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 12 Chatelherault Avenue (A Soiree in September)

14th September 2024
Cambuslang

Unwind with wine and music in a stunning garden brimming with edibles, flowers & unique delights as the owners of 12 Chatelherault Avenue open their doors for Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

6th October 2024

Taking place in the stunning grounds of Chatelherault, Mud Madness involves mud runs, water slides, obstacles and even a dip in the River Avon – great fun for all ages!

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Autumn Wildlife at RSPB Baron’s Haugh

12th October 2024

Come along and learn about the birds that come to this wonderful nature reserve as the weather turns and the nights get longer!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Jingle All The Way 5k

1st December 2024

The Jingle All The Way 5k returns to Chatelherault Country Park on Sunday 1st December!

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Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh

7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

Join the RSPB to enjoy a seasonal wander around Baron's Haugh to gather all kinds of natural craft materials and make your own festive wreath!

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Outdoor Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Carolside Summer Fayre & Car Boot Sale

Carolside Summer Fayre & Car Boot Sale

1st June 2024

Carolside PTA are holding their annual Summer Fayre & Car Boot Sale on Saturday 1st June at Carolside Primary School!

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Ride With The Wind

Ride With The Wind

16th June 2024

Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for an exhilarating 15 mile led cycle around the windfarm, checking out the views and exploring the lesser travelled tracks!

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Off Grid After School Summer Camps

Off Grid After School Summer Camps

Selected dates between 15th July 2024 - 8th August 2024

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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Outdoor Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

Newhailes Market

Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 20th April 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Congalton House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Congalton House

21st June 2024

The garden at Congalton House is an attractive family garden with a wide variety of plants and good colour throughout the summer months.

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Foodies Festival Edinburgh

Foodies Festival Edinburgh

2nd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music, will return to Inverleith Park in Edinburgh between the 2nd and 4th August!

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Outdoor Events in Fife

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

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Moonzie House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Moonzie House

30th June 2024

Moonzie House was formerly the manse to historic Moonzie Kirk, which sits a few metres away at the top of the small hill.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Edenhill

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Edenhill

Selected dates between 9th May 2024 - 23rd May 2024

Behind the imposing exterior of a handsome Victorian house in St Andrews lies a true hidden gem of a garden, Edenhill.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pitlochie House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pitlochie House

Selected dates between 26th May 2024 - 1st September 2024

This established garden has year-round interest. A restoration project with quirky features, characters and surprises!

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Outdoor Events in Glasgow

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

The Big Sunday at the Bandstand

The Big Sunday at the Bandstand

9th June 2024

WestFest is excited to be back at Kelvingrove Bandstand on Sunday 9th June for a jam-packed programme of free, community events in partnership with Glasgow Life!

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Above & Beyond

Above & Beyond

27th July 2024

Join the Anjunabeats head honchos Above & Beyond for an immersive outdoor experience that promises to be the event of the Summer for their Scottish Anjunafamily!

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Visiting Vikings

Visiting Vikings

8th June 2024 - 9th June 2024

Dumbarton Rock was besieged several times by the Vikings and now the raiders, traders and invaders have returned to take over Dumbarton Castle!

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Outdoor Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Renfrew Gala Day

Renfrew Gala Day

2nd June 2024

Renfrew Gala Day 2024 will take place on Sunday 2nd June with a day full of fun, entertainment, and celebration of our local community!

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The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market

The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market

Selected dates between 17th February 2024 - 16th November 2024

The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market is held at Bishopton Train Station Car Park on the third Saturday of each month!

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Bridge of Weir Gala Day

Bridge of Weir Gala Day

8th June 2024

The annual Bridge of Weir Gala Day kicks off Festival Week and this year is being held on Saturday 8th June, the theme for 2024 is The Circus!

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Outdoor Events in Stirling

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

Half-day Foraging Instruction - Mugdock Country Park

Half-day Foraging Instruction - Mugdock Country Park

Selected dates between 20th April 2024 - 31st August 2024

This half day guided session will improve your connection with wilder places by introducing and developing the skills needed to forage for edible and medicinal plants and fungi.

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The Famous Alva Games

The Famous Alva Games

13th July 2024

The 166th Famous Alva Games will return on Saturday 13th July bringing you all a great family day out!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Coldoch

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Coldoch

2nd June 2024

Enjoy the garden at Coldoch, sheltered by belts of mature woodland on three sides, it looks south over the Carse of Stirling.

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

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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Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 17th February 2024 - 21st December 2024

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 21st December 2024

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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Kelburn Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience

Kelburn Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience

Selected dates between 18th April 2024 - 19th September 2024

Enjoy a fabulous Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience in the magical setting of Kelburn, on the North Ayrshire coast!

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Loch Leven Walkathon

Loch Leven Walkathon

19th May 2024
Kinross

Step out this spring with your family and friends at the Loch Leven Walkathon in support of Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland on Sunday 19th May 2024!

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The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

The International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

6th September 2024 - 7th September 2024
Ayr

The action-packed International Ayr Show Festival of Flight will take place at Ayr Shore Front on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th September!

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