Events in Edinburgh on 23 December 2019
View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 23 December 2019 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
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Disney’s The Lion King
5th December 2019 - 18th April 2020
The story of THE LION KING is miraculously brought to life using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures.
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24 Doors of Advent
1st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Throughout December Edinburgh opens its doors to showcase the unique buildings in the city in this real-life advent calendar. Read more
A Serious Man
23rd December 2019
Michael Stuhlbarg stars as Larry Gopnik, the cursed patriarch of a Midwestern Jewish family, whose life unravels toward an apocalyptic reckoning in this film screening on 23rd December. Read more
A Very Mary Christmas
22nd December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Come and join in the fun and see how Mary Queen of Scots celebrates the Twelve Days of Christmas with her courtiers. Read more
An Edinburgh Christmas Carol
28th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh is delighted to present the world premiere of An Edinburgh Christmas Carol, a magical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale. Read more
Beneath the Surface
16th November 2019 - 1st March 2020
This exhibition features work by nine contemporary artists based in Scotland with the artworks having an economy of gesture in common - a limited tonal palette or a monochrome colour plane. Read more
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Edinburgh
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Edinburgh! Read more
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Livingston
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Livingston! Read more
Children’s Festive Afternoon Tea
7th December 2019 - 30th December 2019
Bring the little ones along to a creatively devised Christmas-themed afternoon tea at Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club this December! Read more
Chinese Oracle Bones
25th October 2019 - 29th March 2020
Discover some of the treasures within the National Museum Scotland's significant collection of oracle bones, the second largest in the world outside of China. Read more
Chocolate and Crafting Workshop
14th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Livingston
Bring the kids along to a festive Chocolate and Crafting Workshop with Gooey Events at Bloom Farm this December! Read more
Christmas 2O19: Scottish Ballet The Snow Queen
7th December 2019 - 29th December 2019
Scottish Ballet’s 50th year will come to a spectacular close with the world premiere of The Snow Queen this Christmas at the Festival Theatre! Read more
Christmas at the Botanics 2019
22nd November 2019 - 29th December 2019
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience at the Royal Botanic Gardens! Read more
Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens
16th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
The Christmas Market will once again return to East Princes St Gardens for a whole host of bespoke and traditional Christmas items! Read more
Christmas Slime!
15th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Livingston
Bring the kids along for some festive fun at Gooey Events seasonal slime workshops held in Bloom Farm Livingston this December!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
29th May 2019 - 31st December 2019
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route. Read more
Curious About Edinburgh
14th June 2019 - 31st October 2020
Have fun discovering Edinburgh with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About! Read more
Disney’s The Lion King
5th December 2019 - 18th April 2020
The story of THE LION KING is miraculously brought to life using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures. Read more
Feast of Fools: Christmas Special
23rd December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Join Daniel Serridge at his dinner table of foolishness as he regales you with tales of deliciously disgusting holiday banquets. Read more
Five Sisters Zoo Illuminations
15th November 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Five Sisters Zoo will once again illuminate the zoo for another year and there is plenty of new surprises in store with our new enchanted riverside walk, stunning lit up water fountains and much more! Read more
Funbox Presents Christmas In Toy Town
21st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
It's time to get 'dolled' up and get your skates on because we're heading to Toy Town for the brand new seasonal spectacular from Anya, Kevin, Gary and Bonzo the Dog at The Brunton! Read more
Giant Lanterns: Lost Worlds
15th November 2019 - 26th January 2020
With an extended route for 2019 and over 600 brand-new lanterns, there’s more to explore this year as Giant Lanterns return to Edinburgh Zoo from 15 November to 26 January 2020! Read more
Glitterfest
29th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Make your Christmas party one to remember by celebrating at Edinburgh’s Biggest Christmas Party with radio legend Boogie from Forth One! Read more
Hobo Cinema
20th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
This Christmas, Hobo Cinema returns to Restoration Yard at Dalkeith Country Park with incredible botanical set designers, Pyrus Botanicals, creating an indoor winter woodland cinema! Read more
Joanna Kessel: Aurum | Gold
26th November 2019 - 26th January 2020
Le Roi Fou is delighted to present Joanna Kessel's Aurum | Gold exhibition, featuring intimately scaled collages in Venetian gold leaf mosaic, glass smalti and concrete. Read more
Johnnie Walker Bothy Bar
16th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
The Johnnie Walker Bothy Bar has officially opened its doors for the festive season and is the perfect place to raise a glass this Christmas. Read more
King’s Panto: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
30th November 2019 - 19th January 2020
Roll up, roll up! Allan Stewart, Andy Gray and Grant Stott are back in a circus-inspired King's Panto spectacular packed full of the thrills, spills, dazzling stunts and jaw-dropping special effects! Read more
Live Music at George IV Bar in December
1st December 2019 - 31st December 2019
Come along and check out the Live music at George IV Bar in December, everything from Rock and Pop to Traditional Folk, Scottish, Irish and Blues! Read more
Live Music at Stramash
16th December 2019 - 31st January 2020
Check out the great variety of Live music gigs on at Stramash - Rock, Pop, Blues, Soul, Funk and much more.... Read more
Live Music at Whistle Binkies
18th December 2019 - 31st January 2020
Check out the great variety of Live music gigs on at Whistle Binkies this November - Rock, Pop, Blues and much more.... Read more
Moments of Magic
23rd December 2019
Classical magician, John Henry Blackwood, brings his intimate close-up magic show to InterContinental Edinburgh-The George Hotel on 23rd December. It's the way magic is meant to be enjoyed! Read more
Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club
17th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Celebrate the festive season and visit some of Edinburgh's most popular bars for some refreshing cocktails at a price you simply can't refuse with Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club wristband! Read more
Moonstruck: 500 years of mental health
14th June 2019 - 23rd December 2019
This exhibition encourages us to examine our own ideas around mental health and aims to show how, even now, many older stereotypes and ideas about these conditions remain unchanged. Read more
Night Walk for Edinburgh
16th November 2019 - 31st January 2020
Edinburgh Old Town
Night Walk for Edinburgh, one of the biggest hits of the Edinburgh international Festival 2019, returns as part of Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay celebrations. Read more
Parasites: Battle for Survival
6th December 2019 - 19th April 2020
This exhibition will explore the fight to eliminate five tropical diseases and the role of research taking place in Scotland to do this. Read more
Pregnancy Yoga at The Yoga Room
14th November 2019 - 27th February 2020
These Pregnancy Yoga classes, run by Jenny at Yoga Links, provide a calm, friendly and safe environment for you to connect to your body, your baby and your breath throughout pregnancy. Read more
Pub Poker Tournament: The Nuts Poker League
23rd December 2019
Starbar has launched a weekly poker game on Mondays, open to players of all abilities and levels of enthusiasm, as part of The Nuts Poker League, made famous by Dragons Den. Read more
Rabbie’s: Edinburgh City Tours
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Discover the stories, secrets, and sights of the city and get the local’s perspective of Edinburgh with Rabbie's Edinburgh City Tours! Read more
Rabbie’s: Tours from Edinburgh
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Make Edinburgh your base for a trip to Scotland and combine the magic of Scotland's capital with the best of the Highlands on a tour with Rabbie's! Read more
Santa’s Farmyard Cottage at Almond Valley
7th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
This festive season, jolly Santa Claus is back for a visit to Almond Valley where he’ll set up home in his magical winter cottage. Read more
Santa’s Grotto
16th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Edinburgh New Town
Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa... it’s the perfect way for children to get into the festive spirit. Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Carberry Tower
8th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa's Grotto! So come and visit him in his enchanting Grotto at Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate this year! Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dalkeith Country Park
30th November 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Santa and his elves are coming to Dalkeith Country Park to give your kids an unforgettably magical experience this Christmas. Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto! Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Livingston for an exciting festive experience at Father Christmas’ Grotto! Read more
Scotland from the Sky
10th October 2019 - 19th January 2020
Discover Scotland's stunning landscapes from a breath-taking new perspective as Scotland from the Sky comes to Blackness Castle! Read more
Spectacle of Light
7th December 2019 - 5th January 2020
Don't miss Dalkeith Country Park’s new winter festive light experience, Spectacle of Light: the magical after-dark adventure for all the family! Read more
Strange Tales
3rd December 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Filled with intrigue, mysticism, magic, sensuality, and a dash of terror, Strange Tales will draw you into a world full of mischievous fox spirits, yearning ghosts and enchanted swords. Read more
The Cauldron Magical Cocktail Experience
28th November 2019 - 19th January 2020
Edinburgh New Town
Try The Cauldron Magical Experience, a 1 hr 45 min immersive class in Edinburgh, where you wield a working magic wand and use molecular mixology to brew drinkable elixirs! Read more
The Ethical and Scottish Christmas Fair
16th November 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Come along to the Ethical and Scottish Christmas Fair at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre with it's great range of local, Scottish, fair trade & ethical gifts, all under one roof!
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The Luxury of Time: Clocks from 1550-1750
4th October 2019 - 26th January 2020
Explore the history of early British clock making in this small display at National Museum of Scotland. Read more
The Power of Perspective Exhibition
22nd December 2019 - 26th January 2020
Edinburgh Old Town
The Rock Trust, illusion expert Professor Richard Wiseman and MagicFest present a new series of mind-bending photographs this winter. Every photograph can be seen in more than one way.
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The Winter Realm of the Paraffin Pixie
6th December 2019 - 5th January 2020
Discover a world of twinkling lights, woodland trails and festive delights as the mischievous Paraffin Pixies arrive at Almond Valley this winter! Read more
Watercolours by Darren Woodhead
22nd November 2019 - 15th January 2020
In this exhibition, at the Scottish Ornithologists' Club, Darren Woodhead presents watercolours created over the past two years, inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of East Lothian. Read more
Welcome to the Jingle: Silent Adventures do the Christmas Market!
16th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Let Edinburgh’s resident silent disco experience transport you into a Yuletide fantasyland on a new adventure to discover the true spirit of Christmas.
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Winter Windows
16th November 2019 - 26th December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Come and see Edinburgh's 2019 Winter Windows, showcasing the creativity of Edinburgh’s school pupils! Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
Christmas at Newton Mearns Baptist Church
11th December 2019 - 25th December 2019
Join Newton Mearns Baptist Church for their Christmas Programme beginning on Wednesday 11th December!
Christmas Brick-tacular - Newton Mearns
23rd December 2019
Calling all LEGO fans! Join Bricks 4 Kidz over the holidays for their 'Christmas Brick-tacular' Workshop at Broom Parish Church, Newton Mearns!
Cinderella
11th December 2019 - 30th December 2019
Eastwood Park Theatre has announced its official panto for 2019 is set to be Cinderella and the cast from GAMTA are set to deliver show stopping, all-singing, all dancing performances!
Elf Academy
23rd December 2019
Back for its fourth year ERCL's Elf Academy returns! Just drop your kids off and let them enjoy a series of creative and fun activities in this jam-packed session!
Festive Family Films at Eastwood Park Theatre
23rd December 2019
Come along to Eastwood Park Theatre for special screenings of some classic festive family films!
Macmillan East Ren Move More
9th July 2019 - 1st February 2021
Move More is a programme of physical activity, advice and support for people at all stages of the cancer journey, contact the Macmillan East Ren team and find out how to get involved.
Netherlee Living Advent
1st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Netherlee's first Living Advent Calendar is set to create some magic for everyone to enjoy in the countdown to Christmas, bringing the community closer together!
Events in Fife
70 percent +
30th November 2019 - 15th March 2020
Over 70% of our planet’s surface is water and in this exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries two artists, Kyra Clegg and Marysia Lachowicz, explore its depths.
Aladdin
10th December 2019 - 28th December 2019
Will good defeat evil? Only one way to find out as the Alhambra Theatre presents the 2019 Christmas Panto 'Aladdin' from 10th to 28th December.
‘Sha Raku En’
20th November 2019 - 29th February 2020
Greengate Gallery in Culross is hosting an exhibition featuring a series of paintings by local artist, Janice Headrick, inspired by the Japanese Garden at Cowden near Dollar.
Blooming Marvellous
9th November 2019 - 13th March 2020
Blast away those winter blues with a vist to our colourful, family-friendly exhibition in Methil Heritage Centre, where we explore the wonders of the garden.
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Dunfermline
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Dunfermline!
Breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Dalgety Bay
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Dalgety Bay!
David Mach: Odyssey
7th October 2019 - 2nd February 2020
David Mach's latest sculpture is made out of shipping containers, seaworn wood, two huge shipping buoys and 7 tonnes of newspaper! See it at Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries!
Jack And The Beanstalk
7th December 2019 - 4th January 2020
Head into the clouds from December 2019 at the Adam Smith Theatre, with the magical festive pantomime, Jack and The Beanstalk!
Jennie Lee: From Lochgelly to The Lords
6th December 2019 - 6th March 2020
A founder of The Open University, this exhibition at the Lochgelly Centre tells the fascinating story of Jennie Lee’s life, from her childhood in Lochgelly to her final years in the House of Lords.
Lines from Scotland
9th November 2019 - 21st February 2020
The many and varied ways that Scottish artists develop and communicate ideas through drawing and physical acts of mark-making are explored by independent curator Amanda Game.
Mother Goose
28th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Get ready for the ultimate egg-stravaganza as the biggest panto story ever takes to the Byre stage in 2019.
Santa Grotto Experience
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Come along to The Scottish Deer Centre this December and meet Santa in his fabulous Grotto with time to play games while you wait.
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dalgety Bay
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dalgety Bay for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dunfermline for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Scotland from the Sky: Part 2
28th September 2019 - 5th January 2020
Discover Scotland's stunning landscapes from a breath-taking new perspective as Scotland from the Sky, Part 2 returns to Aberdour Castle.
Events in Glasgow
A Lad in Maryhill - A Magical Glesga Pantomime!
5th December 2019 - 30th December 2019
Join us for the first ever Maryhill Community Panto from West End Festival & Halo Arts this festive season... A Lad in Maryhill - A Magical Glesga Pantomime!
Ali the Magic Elf
29th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Ali the Magic Elf is a fun-filled festive adventure for 3-6year olds and their adults at the Tron Theatre!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
23rd December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
BAaD Christmas Cinema Club - Elf
23rd December 2019
BAaD Christmas Cinema Club returns with a screening of Elf, this is one modern Christmas movie that's genuinely sweet!
Benny Lynch: The Little King of the Gorbals
16th August 2018 - 30th June 2020
The People’s Palace is hosting a community display which gathers together never seen before objects from Benny Lynch’s life and career.
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Milngavie
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Milngavie!
Christmas at The Experience
16th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Santa and his helpers at The Experience have a host of Christmas-holiday events perfect for children of all ages in the lead up to Christmas Eve!
Christmas Family Show
23rd December 2019
The Wild Cabaret Family Christmas Show offers everything you need to keep the whole family entertained this festive season!
Christmas Movie Experience Glasgow
20th December 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Great news for film fans! The Christmas Movie Experience, a unique pop-up cinema event, is coming to Glasgow this December!
Christmas Reading Challenge
2nd December 2019 - 4th January 2020
Visit your local Glasgow library between 2nd December and 4th January to discover magical festive books and take part in the Christmas Reading Challenge!
Christopher MacArthur-Boyd’s New Material Night!
23rd December 2019
Catch the first-time run-through of fresh material in the run up to the Fringe at Christopher MacArthur-Boyd's New Material Night!
Cinderfella
27th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Who will the princess pick as her husband? Will Cinderella save her family business? And who would leave a pair of glass trainers behind? Find out when Cinderfella comes to the Tron Theatre!
Compassion in Crisis - The fascinating story of 80 years of Royal Voluntary Service in Glasgow
3rd October 2019 - 31st January 2020
The fascinating story of the volunteers of Royal Voluntary Service in Glasgow is being told at a new exhibition in the community exhibition space at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
Dark Escape Room In Aid of RNIB Talking Books
1st October 2019 - 31st December 2019
Experience for an hour what it is like to tackle challenges without your sight by taking part in Dark Room at The Riddle Rooms all in aid of RNIB Talking Books!
Distillery Tour & Whisky Tasting
1st July 2018 - 31st December 2019
Come to The Clydeside Distillery, immerse yourself in Glasgow history and watch the craftsmen distil pure new make spirit by hand, the time-honoured way on the tour followed by a whisky tasting!
Dixie Whittington: The Hamecoming
25th November 2019 - 28th December 2019
Tickets are now on sale for the ever popular A Play, A Pie and A Pint Christmas Panto at Oran Mor, this year's show is Dixie Whittington: The Hamecoming!
Domestic Bliss
8th March 2019 - 31st December 2020
Domestic Bliss is a new exhibition that brings together works from Glasgow Museums' collection to reflect on GoMA's building history as a former house, Royal Exchange and civic space!
Elfingrove
5th December 2019 - 5th January 2020
The world class team behind GlasGLOW is turning Kelvingrove into Elfingrove, with a spellbinding night time tour of Glasgow's best-loved museum, where the magic of Christmas is brought to life!
Exhibition of Alexander Millar Paintings
17th May 2019 - 31st December 2019
An exhibition of Alexander Millar will be on display in Princes Square showcasing a collection of originals, drawings and limited-edition prints!
Glasgow Christmas Markets
9th November 2019 - 29th December 2019
The Glasgow Christmas Markets return to George Square & St Enoch Square again for 2019 offering a wide selection of festive delights!
Glasgow Distillery Company Pop Up
7th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Just in time for the festive season, Glasgow Distillery Company have opened a pop-up shop in Buchanan Galleries selling a selection of their award winning spirits!
Hire a Guide for a Goose Walk
1st November 2019 - 31st March 2020
Hire-a-guide at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond for an exclusive dawn or dusk goose watching experience!
IRN-BRU Carnival
20th December 2019 - 12th January 2020
Come along to the Scottish Event Campus for plenty of festive family fun with Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!
itison Drive-In Movies
19th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Scotland's biggest and best Christmas drive-in is BACK as itison Drive-in Movies returns to Loch Lomond Shores for the seventh year in a row!
Jack and The Beanstalk
30th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
For the first time in over 30 years, a mighty beanstalk will burst out of Bath Street as Jack and the Beanstalk returns to the King's Theatre Glasgow!
Jack and The Beanstalk
29th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Get ready for the climb of your life this Christmas, as The Gaiety Theatre proudly presents their spectacular family pantomime... Jack and The Beanstalk!
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
Kids Baking Class: Mince Pies
7th December 2019 - 7th February 2020
Nothing says 'Christmas' more than the warming scent of mince pies baking in the oven, learn how to make your own from scratch with Bella's Cakes on this class for kids!
Linda McCartney Retrospective
5th July 2019 - 12th January 2020
A major retrospective of photography by Linda McCartney will be shown in the UK for the first time at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow from 5th July 2019 to 12th January 2020!
Mark Campbell: Where has all the Light gone? (A Tinpot Opera)
13th December 2019 - 23rd January 2020
Wasps and South Block are delighted to present the solo exhibition from Mark Campbell, Where has all the Light gone?
Meet Father Christmas at Hamleys!
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
This winter, prepare to make magical memories as Father Christmas arrives at Hamleys Glasgow to spread festive joy to all!
Merchant Square Christmas Craft & Design Fair
23rd December 2019
Avoid the rush and get ahead of the game with your Christmas shopping at the Merchant Square Christmas Craft Fair!
Mother Goose Fae Easterhoose
10th December 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Join us on a madcap adventure for all the family as dear old Mother Goose, a hardworking, no nonsense mum from Easterhouse, is taken on a wild ride!
Mrs Claus at Pollok House
1st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Enjoy a truly magical family Christmas experience when you bring the children to meet the award-winning Mrs Claus at Pollok House!
Pinocchio
7th December 2019 - 4th January 2020
The much loved children's classic Pinocchio comes to life this Christmas at Tramway courtesy of the Citizens Theatre and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland!
Quarriers Glasgow Group Activities
1st July 2018 - 31st December 2019
Quarriers Glasgow Group Activities provides group activities for adults with learning disabilities in the north west and south areas of Glasgow.
Rabbie’s: Tours from Glasgow
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Make Glasgow your base for a trip to Scotland and combine this pioneering city with the best of the Highlands on a tour with Rabbie's!
Raymond Gubbay Presents: Christmas Spectacular
23rd December 2019
Start your Christmas celebrations in style at Raymond Gubbay's Christmas Spectacular at the Royal Concert Hall, it's the ultimate, unmissable Christmas party!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Milngavie for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Magical Express
23rd December 2019
Enjoy a full day out with the family with a train ride, show with Santa & his elves, Christmas street with food stalls, funfair and much more!
Selfie Store: Winter Wonderland
23rd December 2019
You can truly step into Christmas this year at St. Enoch Centre as its Selfie Store returns for the festive season, completely transformed into a Winter Wonderland!
SENSEcity Walking Tour
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
SENSEcity is a self-guided walking tour around Glasgow, which uncovers the hidden stories from all around Merchant City and much more!
Short Courses 2019/20 Launch
7th September 2019 - 6th September 2020
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offer a selection of over 80 weekly and short study courses for children, young people and adults... never too early, never too late!
Slang Art
21st November 2019 - 12th January 2020
Continuing our support for local artists, the Variety bar are proud to announce our next free exhibition, 'Slang Art' by Scott Lang!
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
14th December 2019 - 31st December 2019
For the first time ever, the SEC Armadillo's annual pantomime will be the magical tale 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs'!
Tennent’s Brewery Tour
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Find out how Wellpark Brewery make Tennent's so special on one of their daily Brewery Tours!
The Lost Elves
13th December 2019 - 29th December 2019
The Lost Elves is an original and fun-filled festive show for wee ones from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in the cosy setting of Tramway 4!
The Magical Adventures Of Pinocchio
28th November 2019 - 12th January 2020
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Pinocchio, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow this festive season featuring an all star cast!
The Nightmare Before Christmas
22nd December 2019 - 24th December 2019
This festive season, don't miss a unique showing of Tim Burton's classic animated film, A Nightmare Before Christmas at Glasgow Science Centre's Planetarium!
The Pure Amazing Wiz of Oz
30th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
This Christmas, InsideOut Productions are bringing another of their HILARIOUS, SMASH HIT family pantomimes to Websters Theatre, Glasgow!
Unplugged Jam Session
23rd December 2019
Join the Southside Sessions every Monday night for an informal jam session in Sweeney's live lounge!
We Will Rock You
9th December 2019 - 28th December 2019
The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns to the UK! Don't miss We Will Rock You when it comes to the Theatre Royal Glasgow in December 2019!
Winter in Glasgow - An Art Exhibition
6th December 2019 - 18th January 2020
Join M Gallery for their exhibition, Winter in Glasgow, it's all about Glasgow and all things Weegie by local artists as well as visitors enchanted by our beautiful city and its community!
Events in Lanarkshire
Aladdin
11th December 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Hitch a lift on a magic carpet and fly off to Old Peking for a roller coaster ride of thrills and spills when Aladdin comes to Rutherglen Town Hall this Christmas!
Beauty and the Beast
17th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Tickets are now on sale for Motherwell Concert Hall and Theatre's Christmas pantomime, Beauty and the Beast!
Breakfast With Santa
23rd December 2019
Santa is taking a short break from preparing all your presents in the North Pole so that he can join you and your little ones for an extra special breakfast at Toby Carvery Strathclyde Park!
Christmas at Clyde Valley Family Park
23rd December 2019
Come along to Clyde Valley Family Park and enjoy lots of festive fun for all the family this December!
Christmas Makers Markets
23rd December 2019
Artists, makers, and designers will bring a huge variety of products for sale to the stunning setting of New Lanark World Heritage Site for the Christmas Makers Markets!
Cinderella
29th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Cumbernauld Theatre presents the biggest and best story of them all for Christmas 2019, the magical story of Cinderella!
Festive Fun At Flip Out Glasgow
7th December 2019 - 29th December 2019
With Christmas just around the corner, Glasgow's biggest trampoline and inflatables arena is hosting a series of flip-tastic events for the whole family!
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regualr health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Jackie and the Baked Bean Stock
19th December 2019 - 29th December 2019
From the producers that brought you last year's hit panto, Snow White and the Seven Wee Muppets, Insideout Theatre Productions proudly presents Jackie and the Baked Bean Stock at EK Village Theatre!
M&D’s On Ice
23rd November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Enjoy the perfect festive day out at M&D's... skate day and night with family and friends at Scotland’s most magical ice rink!
M&Ds Santas Magical Wonderland
23rd November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Santas Magical Wonderland returns to M&Ds Theme Park for 2019 - it's festive fun for all the family!
Santa at Chatelherault!
23rd December 2019
Visit Santa himself in his magical log cabin this December at Chatelherault Country Park!
Santa Visits Calderglen
23rd December 2019
Visit Santa in his cosy grotto within the Courtyard Gallery in Calderglen Country Park this December!
Santa’s Reindeer Parade & Grotto
16th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Accompanied by his helpful elves, Father Christmas will swoosh into EK, East Kilbride on his sleigh on Saturday 16th November!
Snow Stories for Wee Ones
23rd November 2019 - 1st February 2020
Snow has fallen and there's a magical world for young children to discover this winter at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre!
Turkey & Tinsel Festive Party
23rd December 2019
Enjoy a three course meal and live entertainment from Jon Gerrard at one of Red Burn Farm's Turkey & Tinsel Festive Parties!
Waiting for Gabriel
23rd December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Running Late Theatre Company present Waiting for Gabriel, an original heavenly comedy at East Kilbride Arts Centre!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Christmas at The Glynhill
23rd November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Christmas starts early at The Glynhill Hotel with their Men of Motown Party Night on the 23rd November and continuing through to the 2nd January with their New Year celebrations.
Jack and the Beanstalk
6th December 2019 - 31st December 2019
Come and join us for the biggest panto in Inverclyde this festive season with Jack & the Beanstalk at the Beacon Arts Centre!
Little Elves Crafternoon Tea
23rd December 2019
Join the Three Sisters Bake team of Elves for some festive baking, crafts and an amazing festive afternoon tea this December!
Little Elves Crafty Brunch
23rd December 2019
Join the Three Sisters Bake team of Elves for a lovely Christmas experience which combines kids festive baking, crafts and their amazing festive Three Tier Bakery Brunch!
Paisley First WinterFest
23rd November 2019 - 30th December 2019
Paisley First's five week Christmas spectacular, WinterFest is returning to the streets of Paisley town centre this festive season!
Public Skating at intu Braehead
9th November 2019 - 1st April 2020
The festive season is just around the corner and what better way to welcome winter than ice skating at intu Braehead!
Santa and the Snow
16th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Back for another White Christmas, Santa And The Snow will take your child on a journey through Elf School, Santa’s Workshop, Meeting Santa himself and a custom built Snow Play Area!
Street Stuff Festive Activities
23rd December 2019 - 5th January 2020
Join Street Stuff for a range of FREE activities across Renfrewshire over the Christmas holidays for ages 8+!
The Snow Queen
27th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young actors you don't want to miss PACE Youth Theatre's pantomime The Snow Queen!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
A Nation of Stone
7th September 2019 - 28th February 2020
Discover the all the diverse skills and expertise it takes to conserve our nation of stone at this exhibition in The Engine Shed!
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Stirling
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Stirling!
Christmas Lunch at Stirling Castle
13th December 2019 - 23rd December 2019
Dine in the intimate Green Room of Stirling Castle and add a little festive magic to your Christmas lunch.
Extinction Rebellion Stirling: Climate Cafe
26th November 2019 - 7th January 2020
Come along to The Climate Cafe, a safe and open space to talk and share your emotions and feelings towards the climate crisis. With no pressure or agenda, we focus on your personal wellbeing.
Handmade Exhibition
20th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Explore our annual Christmas sale of arts and crafts made in Scotland at Macrobert Arts Centre, back for a fifth year, and maybe pick up a Christmas gift or two!
Kids Christmas Yoga
23rd December 2019
Bring the kids along to Shambhala Yoga on 23rd December for some Christmas yoga fun as they get the opportunity to learn fun yoga poses and games, breathing, and relaxation exercises!
Little Elves Crafternoon Tea
23rd December 2019
Join the Three Sisters Bake team of Elves for some festive baking, crafts and an amazing festive afternoon tea this December!
Little Elves Crafty Brunch
23rd December 2019
Join the Three Sisters Bake team of Elves for a lovely Christmas experience which combines kids festive baking, crafts and their amazing festive Three Tier Bakery Brunch!
Panto: Fizzgig Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty
30th November 2019 - 30th December 2019
The famous story of a beautiful Princess who falls under the evil Red Fairy’s wicked spell is brought to Mugdock Country Park as Fizzgig Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty!
Rapunzel: A Hair Braiding Adventure
22nd November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Get ready to boo, hiss and singalong at another Macrobert Panto Extravaganza – written by, directed by and starring the fabulous Johnny McKnight!
Real Christmas Trees at the Lodge Forest Visitor Centres
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Come and buy a real Christmas tree at The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre, pick up a festive trail quiz and discover what Quercus and friends are doing for Christmas on our waterfall trail.
Remembering Empire
21st November 2019 - 1st October 2020
Are you interested in recent history? Researchers in French studies at the University of Stirling have launched a new free online course called ‘Remembering Empire' and it's open to everyone.
Santa Boat Trips at The Falkirk Wheel
14th December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Sail through the sky like Santa on his sleigh as you sing and dance with the Elves on our festive themed boat trips at The Falkirk Wheel this December!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Stirling for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Sleigh Light Keeper
26th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Join us at Macrobert Arts Centre for a fun-filled, interactive adventure in this festive show for wee ones and their grown-ups!
Santa’s Woodland Experience
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Santa's Woodland Experience returns to our woodland at North Ballochruin from 30th November until Christmas Eve 2019.
Scotland through a Lens
15th October 2019 - 9th January 2020
Presenting photography from the archive, this exhibition at Stirling Castle explores life in 19th century Scotland.
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
19th December 2019 - 2nd January 2020
No one's ever really gone... Rey's journey continues and the Skywalker saga concludes in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker screening at Macrobert Arts Centre!
Stirling Reindeer Trail
14th November 2019 - 3rd January 2020
A herd of colourful reindeer designed by local schoolchildren have flown into Stirling again this year. Pick up a map, complete with clues and find all 20 reindeer for a chance to win an iPad!
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