Events in Edinburgh on 11 May 2018
View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 11 May 2018 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
Abstract Photography - Featuring work by Paul Kenny, Ricardo Baez Duarte, Philip J Lavery
18th April 2018 - 19th May 2018
Gallery-Close is hosting an exhibition of abstract photography featuring work by some new and leading photographers. Read more
Anatomy: Finest Cuts
10th May 2018 - 11th May 2018
Anatomy: Finest Cuts is a full-throttle live art cabaret with an unpredictable cauldron of mischievous performance. Read more
Art of Glass
6th April 2018 - 2nd September 2018
An exhibition exploring the work of leading glass artists in Britain today comes to the National Museum of Scotland from 6th April. Read more
Because You are A Girl
11th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Because You are A Girl is a two day event featuring some of the most exciting Edinburgh based new female voices in contemporary art and music. Read more
Can taking up a new activity help our thinking skills as we age?
27th October 2017 - 30th September 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Heriot-Watt University are looking for people aged 65 and over in Edinburgh & Lothians to take part in a new study. Read more
Children’s Judo Club
2nd March 2018 - 2nd March 2019
Randori Judo will be starting a four week Introduction to Judo Course commencing on Friday 2nd March at 4:30pm at Clovenstone Community Centre. Read more
City Art Centre: ArtsSpace
7th October 2017 - 13th May 2018
Explore the new activities in the family activity area at City Art Centre to complement the exhibition ‘Hidden Gems’ Read more
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
2nd January 2018 - 31st December 2018
We'll be hiding lots of cuddly Britannia toy corgis on board the ship for you to spot. Read more
Curious About Edinburgh
1st December 2017 - 31st December 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Have fun discovering Edinburgh with two self-guided, heritage walks and optional treasure hunt with Curious About! Read more
Dressmaking Course - Evenings
18th April 2018 - 27th June 2018
Learn to make your own clothes in this 11 week dressmaking course with Artisan Stitch starting on 18th April. Read more
Dressmaking Course - Mornings
18th April 2018 - 27th June 2018
Learn to make your own clothes in this 11 week dressmaking course with Artisan Stitch starting on 18th April. Read more
Edinburgh Yoga Festival
11th May 2018 - 20th May 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Edinburgh Community Yoga are delighted to announce that the Edinburgh Yoga Festival will be running for its 3rd year from 11th-20th May. Read more
Hidden Gems
7th October 2017 - 13th May 2018
Exhibition of ‘hidden gems’ from City Art Centre’s collection of fine art; celebrating the unsung and the unusual. Read more
Historic Underground
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Discover a dark, damp world unchanged since the 18th century in this tour of Blair Street Underground Vaults with Mercat Tours. Read more
Homework Club
21st August 2017 - 11th June 2018
Kids taking too long to get their homework done? Bring them along to the Homework Club at Wonder World, Edinburgh! Read more
Kids Hip Hop Dance Classes at Shapes Studio, Leith
16th April 2018 - 29th June 2018
Kids hip hop dance classes are back at Shapes Studio from 16th April, taught by resident teacher Ashley Jack. Read more
Massaoke’s - Club La La
11th May 2018
Sing and dance your heart out at Massaoke’s Club La La with the greatest anthems from the 80s, 90s, 00s and beyond at Summerhall! Read more
MayFest 2018
11th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Stewart Brewing's spring-time beer festival is back for its fourth year running; so come along to MayFest 2018 on 11th and 12th May! Read more
Monkey Barrel Comedy’s Big Friday Show
11th May 2018
Monkey Barrel Comedy brings you a cracking Friday night of premier stand up comedy right in the heart of Edinburgh. Read more
Muriel Spark: A Centenary Celebration
2nd February 2018 - 30th June 2018
This Exhibition at The Writers' Museum marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of one of Edinburgh's most famous daughters, Muriel Spark. Read more
OpenJump 7+
1st July 2017 - 31st December 2018
Jump around on over 19,000ft2 of interconnected, world-class trampolines at Ryze Edinburgh's OpenJump sessions! Read more
Poppy Ackroyd with support by Cucina Povera
11th May 2018
The Queen’s Hall presents pianist, violinist, producer, and composer, Poppy Ackroyd with her latest album Revolve. Read more
Psychic Evening with April Mackie
11th May 2018
Bramble Cottage invites you to a psychic evening on Friday 11th May with April Mackie. Read more
Sally Cuthbert: Albert21
27th April 2018 - 6th June 2018
Sally Cuthbert’s solo exhibition, titled ‘Albert21’, opens on Friday 27 April 2018 at the Open Eye Gallery and runs until 6th June. Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - Tyninghame House and the Walled Garden
1st May 2018 - 31st August 2018
Various Locations East Lothian
Scotland’s Gardens: Wander round the outstanding gardens of the splendid 17th century pink sandstone Tyninghame House. Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - 101 Greenbank Crescent
15th April 2018 - 26th August 2018
Edinburgh South
Scotland’s Gardens: 101 Greenbank Crescent has a variety of distinct areas and terraces with interest all year round. Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - Humbie Dean
1st April 2018 - 31st July 2018
Various Locations East Lothian
Wander around Humbie Dean, a two acre ornamental and woodland garden. Part of Scotland’s Gardens. Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - Hunter’s Tryst
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Edinburgh South
Scotland’s Gardens 2016 - Hunter's Tryst is a hidden treasure & was featured on "The Beechgrove Garden" June 2015. Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - Newliston
2nd May 2018 - 3rd June 2018
Kirkliston
Scotland’s Gardens - Newliston is an eighteenth century designed landscape with good rhododendrons and azaleas. Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - Shepherd House
13th February 2018 - 12th July 2018
Musselburgh
Scotland’s Gardens - Shepherd House has featured in magazines & on TV in ‘Britain’s Best Back Gardens'. Read more
Synthetica
31st March 2018 - 13th May 2018
Synthetica, a special contemporary art exhibition, will showcase the work of established international artists working in the field of bioart. Read more
The Crafters Roadshow
11th May 2018
Shop for the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at The Centre, Livingston. Read more
The Friday Show
11th May 2018
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh! Read more
Wizard World Gathering
11th May 2018 - 13th May 2018
The Wizarding Worlds from around the globe gather together in Edinburgh for the first time ever! A celebration of magic and fantasy. Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
Betty Blue Eyes
8th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Runway Theatre Company return to Eastwood Park Theatre in May with their production of Betty Blue Eyes!
Digital Learning at East Renfrewshire Libraries
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
If you’re keen to find out how to tackle a tablet, control a computer or find your way around the web, then your local library is the place to be!
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
15th January 2018 - 16th December 2018
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
East Renfrewshire Councillor Surgery: Annette Ireland
11th May 2018
Cllr Annette Ireland - Ward 4 holds regular surgeries in Clarkston and Netherlee.
East Renfrewshire Councillor Surgery: James Fletcher
11th May 2018
Cllr James Fletcher - Ward 3 holds regular surgeries at in Giffnock and Thornliebank.
East Renfrewshire HSCP Walking Groups
11th May 2018
East Renfrewshire Council HSCP run several walking groups throughout the week perfect for beginners upwards!
Include Me 2 Club - Junior Youth Club
23rd October 2017 - 31st December 2018
Include Me 2 Club run a Junior Youth Club for ages 0 - 12 and their families at Dalmeny Community Centre on Mondays!
Walking Football
11th May 2018
Over 50? Have you still got a love of the beautiful game? Walking Football at Barrhead Foundry or Mearns Primary School is perfect for you!
Events in Glasgow
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
11th May 2018
A Play, A Pie and A Pint is delighted to announce their Spring season featuring 16 world premieres!
‘Au cœur de mai 68’ Exhibition & Documentary Screening
1st May 2018 - 29th May 2018
Alliance Française Glasgow is delighted to host a special exhibition featuring an assembled collection of photographs taken by Philippe Gras and shown for the first time to the public.
Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC
11th May 2018
Glasgow Musuems Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!
Bounce and Rhyme
11th May 2018
Bounce and Rhyme are free and fun sessions for parents, carers and children 3 or under held weekly in several Glasgow Libraries!
Bridge Music Jazz Series at Swing
11th May 2018
Bridge Music Jazz is a weekly event at Swing featuring UK and international touring bands and original music from Scottish based jazz ensembles!
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
11th May 2018
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
Bright Colours Only
1st May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Pauline Goldsmith resurrects her hilarious and heartfelt legendary Irish wake celebrating the struggle to be ourselves in life and in death.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh: Making the Glasgow Style
30th March 2018 - 14th August 2018
Glasgow Museums celebrates the 150th anniversary of Charles Rennie Mackintosh with Making the Glasgow Style - a major, new exhibition at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
Crystal + Freakwave + Caitlin Buchanan
11th May 2018
Cornerstoned Productions presents Crystal + Freakwave + Caitlin Buchanan at Broadcast Glasgow on Friday 11th May!
Curious About Glasgow
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Have fun discovering Glasgow with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Exhibition: David Mach ‘Against the Tide’
16th April 2018 - 27th May 2018
Artist David Mach will be coming to Glasgow to make a colossal installation ‘Against the Tide’, using 5 tonnes of newspapers, within The Art Space at Cass Art Glasgow!
Fast & Furious Live
11th May 2018 - 13th May 2018
The ground-breaking live-arena tour, Fast & Furious Live, is coming to The SSE Hydro in May!
Gig in the Goil
11th May 2018 - 13th May 2018
Gig in the Goil returns to Drimsynie Estate with three full days of live music, food & drink and a host of family fun!
Glasgow Central Station Tours
3rd January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
Glasgow Contemporary Art Fair
11th May 2018 - 13th May 2018
Browse and buy artwork from an exciting range of galleries and artists when the Glasgow Contemporary Art Fair comes to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in May!
Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
11th May 2018
Join a Historic Tour of Glasgow University the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
Inner City
16th February 2018 - 11th November 2018
Glasgow’s Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) presents Inner City, a group exhibition by Los Angeles-based artist Michael C McMillen and Glasgow-based artists Alberta Whittle and Mitch Miller.
Inspector Drake and the Black Widow by David Tristram
10th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
The Antonine Players present Inspector Drake and the Black Widow by David Tristram at The Fort Theatre, Bishopbriggs!
J M Fulton at McCune Smith
27th April 2018 - 29th June 2018
Award winning artist J M Fulton will be exhibiting several of his paintings featuring history, myth and childhood at McCune Smith Cafe!
Jay Rayner: The Ten (Food) Commandments
11th May 2018
Join Masterchef judge and award-winning restaurant critic Jay Rayner for an audio-visual romp through his Ten Food Commandments at The Mitchell Theatre on May 11th!
Jessica Ramm: Personal Structures
20th April 2018 - 27th May 2018
Working closely with Platform, Jessica Ramm will present a series of temporary structures that will occupy and respond to the architecture of the building.
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
Ma, Pa and the Little Mouths
3rd May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Catch Martin McCormick's extraordinary dark and surreal new work, Ma, Pa and the Little Mouths at the Tron Theatre featuring Nalini Chetty, Karen Dunbar and Gerry Mulgrew.
Mackintosh at the GSA Tour
4th January 2018 - 19th December 2018
Join a daily tour with GSA's talented student guides to view their unique collection of original Mackintosh furniture!
Mansfield Park Partick Retail Market
11th May 2018
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the weekly City Markets Mansfield Park Partick Retail Market!
Maryhill Burgh Halls Free Tours
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Maryhill Burgh Halls run free tours of their magnificent building on request - learn about the history of the building and the local area!
Mental
9th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
This Mental Health Fringe Award-winning play tells the moving and personal story about one son’s relationship with his mother and her mental health, catch it at the Tron Theatre.
OpenJump 7+
1st July 2017 - 31st December 2018
Jump around on over 19,000ft2 of interconnected, world-class trampolines at Ryze Glasgow's OpenJump sessions!
Passing Places
8th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Join a wild ride through Scotland from Motherwell to the Highlands on a riotous journey of self-discovery brought vividly to life by the Dundee Rep Ensemble!
Platform at Argyle St Arches
11th May 2018
Ten of Scotland’s best independent street food traders vendors set up stall every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, within the newly refurbished Argyle Street Arches!
Polygraphs
17th February 2017 - 20th May 2018
The Polygraphs exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art includes some of the most compelling artists working today!
Project Craft
11th May 2018
Learn new skills, create something unique and have lots of fun along the way with Project Craft at Paperchase!
RISOTTO’s Riso Room
23rd March 2018 - 13th May 2018
Scotland’s leading risograph print specialist, RISOTTO comes to The Lighthouse to present a colourful programme of workshops, events and installations celebrating the art of risography.
Roller Disco
11th May 2018
Grab the kids, get your skates on and enjoy a family friendly disco at the Rollerstop Roller Rink!
Ross Birrell: The Transit of Hermes
19th April 2018 - 3rd June 2018
CCA presents Scottish artist Ross Birrell’s 2017 documenta 14 projects, Criollo and The Athens-Kassel Ride: The Transit of Hermes.
Sketch & Destress
11th May 2018
Looking for ways to feel calmer, happier? Join the People's Palace for one of their regular Sketch & Destress workshops!
Son of a Preacher Man
8th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Son of a Preacher Man is a brand new musical featuring the hits of Dusty Springfield! Catch it at the Glasgow King's!
South Glasgow Bookbug Sessions
11th May 2018
Come along and join in the fun at the free and interactive South Glasgow Bookbug Sessions for wee ones!
Tennent’s Brewery Tour
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Find out how Wellpark Brewery make Tennent's so special on one of their daily Brewery Tours!
Tennent’s Tour & Beer Tasting Masterlcass
11th May 2018
Join the team at Tennent's for their tour and beer tasting masterclass... perfect for the ultimate beer lover!
The Drowsy Chaperone
8th May 2018 - 12th May 2018
Join Glasgow Music Theatre as they transport you back to the Roaring Twenties in this perfect pastiche of Hollywood's golden age!
The Early Show
11th May 2018
The Early Show at Yesbar showcases some of the funniest comedians around every Friday & Saturday night!
The Late Show
11th May 2018
Enjoy late night comedy every Friday and Saturday with your host Viv Gee in Yesbar Comedy Club!
Tim Head: Black Light
20th April 2018 - 1st June 2018
Castleforge Partners and Parafin are pleased to announce an exhibition by the influential British artist Tim Head (born 1946) in Glasgow’s iconic Garment Factory as part of Glasgow International!
Toddler Time at Kelvingrove
11th May 2018
Come along to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum for their regular Toddler Time sessions on Fridays!
Toddlers Tales
11th May 2018
Toddlers Tales are free and fun sessions for parents, carers and children aged 3-5 held weekly in Glasgow Libraries!
Tours of The Mackintosh House
11th May 2018
Enjoy a 30 minute guided tour of The Mackintosh House, a meticulous re-assemblage of the principal interiors of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife's Glasgow home.
Wilko Johnson
11th May 2018
R&B legend Wilko Johnson has announced a UK Tour including a date at the O2 ABC Glasgow with special guests Hugh Cornwell & Band!
Wings to War Exhibition
28th March 2018 - 3rd July 2018
The University of Glasgow commemorates the centenary of the Royal Air Force by highlighting the story of the true but often forgotten father of the service.
Your Stories: Before We Were Here
1st March 2018 - 24th June 2018
Annexe Communities have taken a trip through the Glasgow Museums’ store at Kelvin Hall to the Bronze Age. Take a look at the fascinating archaeological artefacts they've discovered!
Events in Lanarkshire
‘At Home in the Southern Uplands: A Painter’s Child’ Art Exhibition
1st May 2018 - 31st May 2018
Local artist brings her exhibition ‘At Home in the Southern Uplands: A Painter’s Child’ to Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum.
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
11th May 2018
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire for their health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Lanark FlowerFest 2018
11th May 2018 - 13th May 2018
Celebrate the horticultural revival of the Garden Valley and the Royal Burgh of Lanark at Lanark FlowerFest 2018 being held between the 11th and 13th May!
MacFloyd
11th May 2018
MacFloyd return to the Motherwell Concert Hall with their new show for 2018... Everything Under The Sun!
Mini Flippers
11th May 2018
Kids under 5 can enjoy unlimited jumps along with their grown ups at Flip Out Glasgow's Mini Flipper sessions!
Seniors 5-A-Side Football
11th May 2018
Over 55 and looking to get back into football or take it up? Come along to Eastfield Lifestyle Sports Complex in Rutherglen for weekly fives!
Singin’ I’m No a Billy He’s a Tim
11th May 2018
Catch Des Dillon’s brilliant satire of bigotry in Scotland in Singin’ I’m No a Billy He’s a Tim at Motherwell Theatre!
The Ariana Experience - Ariana Grande Tribute
11th May 2018
Catch the UK’s hottest tribute to American starlet Ariana Grande when The Ariana Experience hits Airdrie Town Hall on May 11th!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Bishopton Art Group Exhibition
1st May 2018 - 1st June 2018
Bishopton Art Group are holding their latest exhibition at The Bridge, Bridge of Weir from May 1st to June 1st!
Comicrazy Cafe Events
1st December 2017 - 31st December 2018
Paisley's specialist comic book and trading card shop, Comicrazy, have events on everyday for all hobbies including Pokémon, Yugioh and Magic The Gathering!
Dancing Through the Decades
11th May 2018
Dance the night away with The Glynhill Hotel's resident DJ, who will take you on a journey through the decades!
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Buddy!
11th May 2018
Buddy Holly & The Crickets are brought to life by the outstanding Spencer J & the Copy-Cat Crickets, catch them at The Albany!
NNE Presents The Jersey Notes
11th May 2018
After a phenomenal gig in 2017, NNE are delighted to announce the return of the Jersey Notes to Paisley Town Hall in May!
Oak Mall Artisan Market
11th May 2018
Greenock's Oak Mall Artisan Market is held on the second and last Fridays of each month... come along and support your local traders!
Renfrewshire Astronomical Society - Weekly Meetings
11th May 2018
Join Renfrewshire Astronomical Society for their informal weekly meeting at Paisley Museum on Friday evenings!
Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
11th May 2018
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Ali Affleck and The Copper Cats
11th May 2018
Catch award winning vocalist Ali Affleck, accompanied by all star band The Copper Cats, at the Tolbooth on 11th May.
Exhibition: Talking Shops
26th February 2018 - 22nd June 2018
Come along to the Engine Shed's new exhibition 'Talking Shops' exploring traditional shop fronts in all their glory!
Fe Iron: The Falkirk Story
12th April 2018 - 27th May 2018
Fe Iron The Falkirk Story looks at the iron founding history of the area and its impact on the wider world.
Free Your Heart - Fridays
11th May 2018
Learn to free your heart, clear your mind, and release pain in the body at these Friday morning classes with Lillian Fellmann.
Iron: Artefacts and Actions
12th April 2018 - 27th May 2018
This exhibition by artist Gordon Munro and Ewan Robertson explores their interest in iron as a creative sculptural material.
New Swing and Salsa Dance Class
2nd March 2018 - 14th December 2018
Join CoStep.Co's new weekly dance classes starting in Blair Drummond Community Hall on Friday evenings from March 2018.
Paris
11th May 2018
A brand new show from University of Stirling Alumni Christine Bovil - enjoy a magical evening in Paris at Macrobert Arts Centre!
Scotland’s Gardens - Duntreath Castle Gardens
1st February 2018 - 30th November 2018
Scotland’s Gardens - Visit Duntreath Castle Gardens with lake, woodland walk & 15th century keep and chapel.
Scotland’s Gardens - Gargunnock House Garden
27th January 2018 - 28th September 2018
Scotland's Gardens - Gargunnock House Garden with large mature garden, house garden & woodland walks.
Scotland’s Gardens - Rowberrow
1st February 2018 - 31st December 2018
Scotland’s Gardens - Rowberrow is a colourful garden with unusual specimens overlooking Dollar Glen.
Scotland’s Gardens - The Tors
1st May 2018 - 30th September 2018
Scotland’s Gardens - The Tors is an award winning Victorian garden of just over one acre with a secret woodland garden to the side and an orchard.
Scotland’s Gardens - Thorntree
1st April 2018 - 15th October 2018
Scotland’s Gardens - Thorntree is a charming garden with views from Ben Lomond to Ben Ledi.
Scotland’s Gardens: - Kilbryde Castle
1st March 2018 - 30th September 2018
Scotland’s Gardens - Enjoy the twelve acres of formal, woodland & wild gardens of Kilbryde Castle.
Vintage Afternoon Tea
11th December 2017 - 10th December 2018
Enjoy a beautiful vintage afternoon tea with friends, family or colleagues at Friars Wynd Hotel.
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