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Cocktail Craft Masterclass

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!

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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 28th December 2025

Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!

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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025
Edinburgh South

Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.

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Chinese Dumplings with Shuxin

Selected dates between 7th June 2025 - 21st February 2026

You have another chance! Join Shuxin at Flavour and Haver Cook School and learn how to make delicious dumplings!

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Rugby for Beginners

29th July 2025 - 28th April 2026

Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!

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Edinburgh Sound Healing Chamber

Selected dates between 5th September 2025 - 5th June 2026

Join Susaidh Soundsphere Scotland and lull your mind, body and spirit into a physically restful state with skilled weaving of gongs, crystal and Himalayan singing bowls!

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Yoga in the Dark at The Kimpton Hotel

Selected dates between 19th September 2025 - 6th February 2026

Step into the heart of Edinburgh for a little self care magic with Yoga in the Dark at The Kimpton Hotel, Charlotte Square!

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Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat

Selected dates between 28th September 2025 - 29th March 2026

Join The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park.

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WinterFest

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Christmas Market and Open Days

29th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers will be opening the doors of our historic building Castle Mills to welcome you to a fun-filled weekend of activities, workshops, and our bespoke Christmas Market!

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Family Drawing Workshop

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 20th February 2026

Take inspiration from drawings in our latest exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance and join us for a special family drawing workshop.

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Making Magic workshop with Tim Licata

27th December 2025 - 28th December 2025

In this exciting hands-on workshop, young people aged 12+ will explore the world of card magic — not just the techniques, but the theatre behind it.

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Book Log Bookbinding Workshop

8th January 2026

Join Cass on 8th January for a crafty evening making your own Book Log, mini pamphlet stitch book and a nifty ‘library book inspired’ pocket!

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Artist Bootcamp

13th January 2026

Are you an Artist, working away in your own studio, stuck in a big of a rut, and feel like you need an injection of energy?! Well the 5 week Artist Bootcamp course is for you!

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Spring Term - After School Art, P3-P5

13th January 2026

Birchwood After School Art offers the perfect space to unwind and develop skills in a relaxed and fun environment, it's ideal for children who love to draw.

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TBC Improv UK: Intro to Improv Course (101)

13th January 2026 - 3rd March 2026

TBC Improv's 'Into to Improv Course' is your invitation to explore the fundamentals of improvisation in a supportive, playful environment on this 8 week course — no experience needed.

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Acting for Adults Taster Session

Selected dates between 14th January 2026

Ever wanted to try Acting? Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall for a Free one hour Acting for Adults taster session with Melodramatic Productions!

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Adult and Child Crochet Workshop

14th January 2026

This a beginners workshop at Out of the Blue Drill Hall is for children and their adults to learn how to crochet together.

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DIY Printmaking Course

15th January 2026

Learning a variety of accessible printmaking methods on this Paintbox School of Art's 10 week DIY Printmaking Course starting Thursday 15th January.

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Spring Term - After School Art P5-P7 Thu

15th January 2026

Exploring all aspects of drawing, painting and making, Birchwood After School Art offers the perfect space to unwind and develop skills in a relaxed and fun environment.

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Spring Term - Teen Art Club 2

16th January 2026

Bring along your playlist, relax and sketch Friday afternoons away at this Teen Art Club held in Birchwood Art Studio!

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Spring Term - Teens Drawing & Painting

16th January 2026

This course at Birchwood Art Studio is designed for secondary school students who want to strengthen their drawing and painting skills.

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Textured Silver Ring Workshop

17th January 2026

Come along to the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 17th January for a fun half day course with Leith Jewellery Studios where you'll make your own textured silver band ring!

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Harris Tweed Coin / Credit Card Purse Making Workshop

18th January 2026

Join The Edinburgh Sewcial Club for this one-day workshop and make a gorgeous credit card/coin purse made from vintage Harris Tweed on Sunday 18th January.

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8-Week Mindfulness Based Living Course (in-person & online combined course)

Selected dates between 19th January 2026

This 8-Week course will be facilitated by Gary Young from The Mindful Enterprise and is based on the work of international mindfulness teacher Rob Nairn.

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Refillable Journal Evening Workshop

22nd January 2026

Join Cass for this this workshop on 22nd & 29th January and learn how to make a functional and fabulous refillable journal!

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Interior Design Masterclass

24th January 2026

Join Aleksandra J. Hannah from Skela Studio for this full-day Masterclass, perfect for anyone looking to transform their space or explore their creative side.

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Matching Pendant & Earring Set Workshop

24th January 2026

Design and create your own beautifully coordinated silver pendant and matching earrings with Leith Jewellery Studios on 24th January at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

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Paint & Wine: Pentlands in Winter

24th January 2026

Relax in our twinkly, airy studio with complimentary fizz (or red or white) and be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of the Pentlands in Winter!

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Winter Skies in Acrylics Workshop

24th January 2026

Join artist/tutor Morven Ferguson for a fun, informative and relaxed day of painting winter skies in acrylic paints at Birchwood Art Studio on 24th January!

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Workshop: Along the Banks o’ Nith with Emily Smith

24th January 2026

Join award-winning singer Emily Smith at the Scottish Storytelling Centre and learn some of the songs Burns wrote while living at his inspirational Dumfriesshire home of Ellisland Farm.

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Refillable Journal Day Workshop

26th January 2026

Join Cass to make a functional and fabulous refillable journal in this full day workshop on Monday 26th January!

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Sound and Gong Bath

28th January 2026

Leave your troubles behind for 90 minutes and drift on a magic carpet of vibrations at this Sound and Gong Bath!

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Slient Disco Yoga - Greyfriars Kirk

29th January 2026

Coyama is bringing a Silent Disco Yoga to one of Edinburgh’s most atmospheric and historic spaces, Greyfriars Church, for a night of movement, music and pure 90s nostalgia.

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Floating Sound Bath - George Watson College

30th January 2026

Coyama is bringing a Floating Sound Bath Experience to Edinburgh for the very first time on 30th January, Simply lie back, float and listen!

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Chiaroscuro - Light and Dark

31st January 2026 - 1st February 2026

In this 2 day workshop we will focus on recognising the tonal values inherent in colour, culminating in creating a still life painting in oils that emphasises and exploits the drama of chiaroscuro.

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Improv Workshop Intensives: Viewpoints, Music, Duoprov

31st January 2026 - 1st February 2026

Unlock tools for physical storytelling, musicality, and duo-based improv that deepen trust, emotion, and creative freedom in this immersive weekend intensive at Summerhall.

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Interior Design Masterclass part 2

31st January 2026

In this hands-on workshop with interior designer Aleksandra J. Hannah of Skela Studio, you’ll explore how to create functional layouts, plan lighting effectively, and present your ideas beautifully.

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Sea Glass Brooch Workshop

31st January 2026

Transform a piece of ocean-tumbled sea glass into a stunning silver brooch with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 31st January!

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The Blacksmiths Knife Making

Selected dates between 6th February 2026 - 27th March 2026

Learn the fundamental basics of blacksmithing in a supportive and engaging environment on this one day course run by Work of Iron at The Pitt.

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Portrait: Head & Shoulders Workshop

7th February 2026

Join artist Suzanne Kemplay for this Portrait: Head & Shoulders Workshop at Birchwood Art Studio on Saturday 7th February.

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Valentine Jewellery Workshop

7th February 2026

Celebrate love with a day of creativity and craftsmanship with Leith Jewellery Studios for their special Valentine Workshop on 7th February at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

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Linlithgow Family Adventure

11th February 2026

Aimed at age 5yrs+, come along and discover more about Linlithgow's wildlife, history and landscape with these fun filled sessions at at Linlithgow Loch and Peel.

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Paint & Wine: Dance Me to the End of Love

14th February 2026

Be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of 'Dance Me to the End of Love' by Jack Vettriano on this workshop at Birchwood Art Studio on 14th February!

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Valentine’s Portraits Workshop

14th February 2026

In this Valentine's workshop at Birchwood Art Studio, you'll learn how to draw a simple, charming portrait and bring it to life with soft watercolours.

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Cabochon Textured Ring Workshop

28th February 2026

Join Leith Jewellery Studios on 28th February at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall and create your own beautifully textured silver band ring, complete with a cabochon stone!

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Don’t Be Afraid Of Colour! Workshop

28th February 2026

Working with colour is so appealing, but can sometimes be overwhelming - where do you start? How about starting with this one day workshop at Birchwood Art Studio!

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Paint & Wine: View of Collioure, Matisse

28th February 2026

Create your own painting of View of Collioure by Henri Matisse as you relax in Birchwood Art Studio and enjoy complimentary fizz (or red or white)!

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Yoga in the Dark at Fruitmarket Gallery

6th March 2026

Treat yourself to a little self care magic at Yoga in the Dark's biggest and 'coolest' venues to date, the newly renovated Fruitmarket Gallery above Edinburgh Waverly Station!

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Charm Bangle Workshop - Make a Personalised Silver Bangle

7th March 2026

Design and create your own beautiful silver bangle with Leith Jewellery Studios at this Charm Bangle Workshop at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 7th March!

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Draped Figure Drawing Workshop

7th March 2026

Join artist Suzanne Kemplay for this Draped Figure Drawing Workshop at Birchwood Art Studio on Saturday 7th March.

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Gelli Printing Workshop

14th March 2026

If you are interested in trying out a versatile and playful printing technique then this gelli plate printing is for you!

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Paint & Wine: Mum with the Pearl Earring

14th March 2026

Spend an evening creating your own painting of your mum (or loved one!) as the Girl with the Pearl Earring by Vermeer.

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Spoon Carving Course

14th March 2026 - 15th March 2026

This Spoon Carving Course, on 14th & 15th March at the Chippendale International School of Furniture, is led by Louise Forbes, a talented wood carver and the founder of Louise Forbes Designs.

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Trio of Earrings Workshop - Make Three Unique Pairs

14th March 2026

Learning how to make your own silver earrings with Leith Jewellery Studios in this fun and creative hands-on workshop at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

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Wax Ring Carving Workshop - Sculpt Your Own Signature Ring

21st March 2026

Step into the world of wax carving and create a ring that's as unique as you are with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

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Spring Sound Bath Meditation Workshop

22nd March 2026

With guided meditation, tune into the energy of the season followed by a creative session with Marcela Tršová on Sunday 22nd March!

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Baking with Spices

28th March 2026

Join us at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 28th March 2026 for a spice filled morning with our Food Education manager Sue!

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Lino Cut Printing Workshop

28th March 2026

Join tutor and artist Anupa for this half day workshop in which participants will explore different ways of mark making on easy-cut or traditional lino with the help of gouges to carve your blocks.

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Paint & Wine: Water of Leith a la Monet

28th March 2026

Be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of the Water of Leith a la Monet on this workshop at Birchwood Art Studio.

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Spinner Ring Workshop

28th March 2026

Design and craft your own spinner ring (also known as a worry ring or fidget ring) with Leith Jewellery Studios at the Out of The Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 28th March!

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Edinburgh Science Festival

4th April 2026 - 19th April 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

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Kids & Teens Easter Club (8 - 15)

6th April 2026

Build your very own sculpture from sketches created at a visit to the museum exhibition 'GIANTS' and use your MAMMOTH creativity to fill the week with a MASSIVE array of artwork.

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Tiddlers Easter Holiday Workshop

10th April 2026

Arty session for ages 6-8. Step into the Birchwood and spend two and a half hours drawing, painting, crafting and maybe getting a bit messy...

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Guest Workshop: Solo-Prov & Being Obvious

19th April 2026

Learn to be present, obvious, and boldly simple as David Elms guides you through grounded improv and the joyful art of solo-prov in this workshop at Summerhall.

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Sacred Fire: A Boutique Festival

2nd May 2026 - 3rd May 2026

Sacred Fire is a two-day intimate gathering at Beechbrae Woodland, where we will sing, dance, eat, relax and sauna to kick off the festival season!

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Guest Masterclass: Shortform & Calvinball

13th June 2026 - 14th June 2026

Boost your short form skills and embrace rule-breaking creativity in Calvinball with Hayley Kellett. A weekend of joyful, fearless play.|

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Workshops Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Adult Sunday Sessions: Painting Atmospheric Landscapes into the Light, In Oils

Adult Sunday Sessions: Painting Atmospheric Landscapes into the Light, In Oils

25th January 2026

Learn techniques on how to create an atmospheric, landscape painting looking against the light for great artistic effect, at The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston on Sunday 25th January!

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Adult Sunday Sessions: Mixed Media, Expressive Landscapes Using Collage, Ink, Watercolour and Pastel

Adult Sunday Sessions: Mixed Media, Expressive Landscapes Using Collage, Ink, Watercolour and Pastel

22nd February 2026

Express yourself using collage, mark-making and other mixed media to create fabulous, colourful landscapes on this workshop at The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston on Sunday 22nd February!

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Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying

Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying

Selected dates between 31st January 2026 - 28th November 2026

Join Julie from Core Glow at Stamperland Community Centre for a little indulgence for the soul on this Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying workshop!

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Workshops Events in Fife

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

Creative Craft Club For Adults

Creative Craft Club For Adults

Selected dates between 9th January 2026 - 13th March 2026

Join our weekly Crafty Makers Club at Letham Village Hall for a brand new year of fabulous hands on crafts with creative artist Deborah Cameron!

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Garden Mini Quilt Workshop

Garden Mini Quilt Workshop

7th February 2026 - 8th February 2026

Join Eilidh Weir at Forgan Arts Centre on 7th & 8th February for a two-day mini quilt workshop celebrating the transition from winter to spring.

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Flamenco Experience

Flamenco Experience

15th March 2026

Enjoy an intimate, raw and expressive flamenco experience, featuring the TuFlamenco Trio of Inma Montero, Danielo Olivera and Jara Pérez at Crail Community Hall on Sunday 15th March!

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Workshops Events in Glasgow

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

1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Workshop

1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Workshop

Selected dates between 13th December 2025 - 7th February 2026

Join Suti Glass Art for their 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Workshop and create your own beautiful glass artwork to take home and treasure!

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RCS Strings Festival

RCS Strings Festival

10th March 2026 - 13th March 2026

RCS Strings Festival 2026 celebrates the beauty and breadth of music for strings through a series of concerts and masterclasses!

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Adult Art Workshop: Make a Botanical Plaster Cast with Hannah Gregory

Adult Art Workshop: Make a Botanical Plaster Cast with Hannah Gregory

11th July 2026

Learn how to create a botanical plaster cast with tutor Hannah Gregory, inspired by the Charles Rennie Mackintosh plaster casts in the front saloon of Mackintosh at the Willow!

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Workshops Events in Lanarkshire

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

OUWM - Open Up With Me

OUWM - Open Up With Me

8th February 2026

Step into a powerful three-hour chakra healing experience designed to realign your energy, release old patterns, and help you to connect deeply with your higher self.

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Breast Cancer Now - Moving Forward Course

Breast Cancer Now - Moving Forward Course

4th February 2026

Breast Cancer Now know it's not always 'back to normal' when you finish hospital treatment for primary breast cancer, that's why their Moving Forward course is here.​

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Chair Yoga for Every Body

Chair Yoga for Every Body

Selected dates between 7th November 2025 - 18th December 2026

Join Nicki from Superstar Yoga for some gentle Chair Yoga, suitable for all, at David Livingstone Birthplace on Friday afternoons!

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Workshops Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Paisley Alive Festival

Paisley Alive Festival

4th July 2026

Paisley Alive is more than just a festival; it's a community movement designed to reconnect neighbours, inspire healthier lifestyles, and showcase the rich cultural heritage of the area!

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Sound Bath With Extra Magic

Sound Bath With Extra Magic

11th February 2026

Join The Boo Crew at Lochwinnoch Bowling Club for a soundbath to tie in with the energy of the faerie.

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Full Moon with the Fairies

Full Moon with the Fairies

2nd February 2026

Explore the healing energy of the moon, and learn how to use your energy like fairies do on The Boo Crew at Lochwinnoch's Full Moon with the Fairies workshop!

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Workshops Events in Stirling

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

Silver Sea Glass Rings

Silver Sea Glass Rings

24th January 2026 - 25th January 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a two-day silver sea glass rings workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create stunning jewellery.

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Yoga for Stress and to Enhance Well Being

Yoga for Stress and to Enhance Well Being

4th January 2026

Starting on Sunday 4th January, this 6 week block of classes at The Yoga Tree Stirling, has been designed to teach you tools to balance and sooth the nervous system and regulate the mind.

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Crochet For Beginners

Crochet For Beginners

15th February 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Craft for an introductory workshop and learn the art of Crochet for Beginners crochet with Cynthia, one stitch at a time!

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Events in Other Areas

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