Events in Edinburgh in October 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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New Monthly Veterans Cafe
Connect with others who understand your background and have shared your life experiences at the monthly Veterans Cafe in the Gyle Shopping Centre.
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Whisky Tasting and Tales
Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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Stand Up Horror
Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror... you decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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Free For All
Free For All is back at Monkey Barrel - with a fresh new vibe! Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone.
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Top Banana
Catch the comedy stars of the future and pro comics trying out new material every Wednesday night at Monkey Barrel Comedy's 'Top Banana'!
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Burly Ceilidh Club
We’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!
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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale
The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!
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Spandex Comedy
Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!
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Clown Extravaganza
Catch Phil O'Shea and friends perform ridiculous, experimental clown and comedy in the Banshee Labyrinth Cinema Room on Friday 17th January!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
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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Family Print Club
Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!
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Susan Morrison is historically funny
Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.
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Crafts, Games, Soup!
Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!
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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh
This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.
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Portobello Local Market
Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!
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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show
Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in this long-running improvised show at The Stand Edinburgh!
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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!
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Portobello Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described
Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Makers Market
Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
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Photo Plate Lithography Weekend
Explore layering images in colour to create painterly prints with a delicacy of mark and tone, characteristic to this medium, at Edinburgh Printmakers' Photo Plate Lithography Weekend.
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Josh Baulf: Lovely Stuff
After bursting on to the comedy scene with his razor-sharp wit and a string of viral videos, Josh Baulf embarks on his debut solo tour and brings it to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 2nd October!
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Kae Kurd: Whats O’Kurd
Stand up sensation and social media star Kae Kurd returns with his highly anticipated brand new tour: What’s O’Kurd. Catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy in October 2025!
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Uptown Girl - The Billy Joel Collection
This stunning new stage production celebrates the legacy of Billy Joel, one of the greatest American musicians of all time!
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Elis & John - That Feels Significant: Live!
Elis James, John Robins and Dave Masterman are hitting the road with their show That Feels Significant, don't miss them at The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Friday 3rd October!
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The Beast UK - 86-87 ‘Somewhere on Tour’ Experience
The Beast UK have taken the Iron Maiden Tribute scene by storm and they play the Assembly Rooms on Friday 3rd October!
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The Complete stone Roses
The Complete Stone Roses are one of the UK's most well-known, most seen and most successful tribute bands, don't miss them live when play The Liquid Room on 3rd October!
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Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone
Don't miss 'Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone', an extraordinary celebration of Nina Simone's timeless legacy at The Voodoo Rooms on 4th October!
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Thomas Green - Brainstorm
Comedian Thomas Green is taking new show Brainstorm across the UK in 2025 with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 3rd October!
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Black Hole Sign
Black Hole Sign takes a razor-sharp scalpel to the absurdities, tragedies and hilarity within of one of our most beloved but besieged institutions... the NHS.
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Tom Houghton: Deep
After a phenomenal, sold-out international tour, the man who asked us, Do you ski? is turning everything upside down and asking, Do you scuba? as Tom Houghton brings his new tour to Edinburgh!
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Jason Mraz
Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer/songwriter and Songwriters Hall of Fame Honoree Jason Mraz has announced a show at the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 10th October!
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Jo Whiley’s 90s Anthems
Prepare for a night of Britpop nostalgia and high-energy beats when the undisputed queen of 90s British music, Jo Whiley, comes to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 10th October 2025!
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Riverdance
To celebrate an incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to the Edinburgh Playhouse in October!
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Comic Con Scotland
Comic Con Scotland, one of Europe's largest pop culture conventions, returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 11th and 12th October 2025!
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Gin & Rum Festival
The UK’s largest touring Gin & Rum Festival returns to Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on 11th October 2025!
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Hayley Ellis: Silly Mare
Join Hayley as she navigates middle age - and as everyone agrees, the middle of anything is always the most delicious part!
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Wet Wet Wet
Wet Wet Wet have announced a huge tour of the UK for 2025 which will see them perform at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 11th October!
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Capella Edina - Enigma
Riddles have fascinated humankind for many thousands of years. Are you ready to crack the code and solve the enigma behind Elgar’s work?
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Daniel O’Donnell
Daniel O’Donnell’s career spans an incredible 40-year. Don't miss him when he returns to the Usher Hall on Wednesday 15th October!
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The Johnny Cash Roadshow
The Johnny Cash Roadshow, the only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family, is coming to the Assembly Rooms on Wednesday 15th October!
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Helena Kay Quartet: Album Launch
This concert will launch Helena Kay’s as yet unnamed third album and will feature Helena alongside Peter Johnstone (piano), Calum Gourlay (bass) and Alyn Cosker (drums).
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Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue
Put on your safari hats and get ready for some ranger danger and roarsome routines when Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue comes to the Assembly Rooms on 17th October!
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Mark McCarney: No Better Man
Hailing from the rural heart of Northern Ireland, Mark McCarney brings his unmistakable wit, charm, and a dash of countryside chaos to Monkey Barrel on Friday 17th October!
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Tom Robinson
Veteran broadcaster and songwriter Tom Robinson presents an evening of songs and stories from fifty years wandering the wilder shores of the Record Industry at The Voodoo Rooms on October 17th!
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Warrington Runcorn New Town Development Plan
Warrington Runcorn New Town Development Plan returns to Edinburgh to play The Mash House on Friday 17th October!
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An Evening with Mary Beard
Step into the world of Ancient Rome with renowned historian Mary Beard as she uncovers the stories that history forgot.
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New Model Army
Storming through their fifth decade and touring their sixteenth studio album 'Unbroken', Bradford's New Model Army will headline the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Saturday 18th October!
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Queen of the Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2025 with a date at the Usher Hall on Saturday 18th October.
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Ziggy Alberts
Australian singer/songwriter, Ziggy Alberts, brings his UK and Ireland Tour to The Queens Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 18th October!
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David Ford
Award-winning songwriter David Ford along with special guest performers will perform his 2005 debut album 'I Sincerely Apologise for All the Trouble I’ve Caused' in it's entirety.
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To Kill A Mockingbird
Aaron Sorkin's riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee's thrilling courtroom drama To Kill A Mockingbird is coming to the Festival Theatre in October!
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The Bon Jovi Experience
Following on from the 30th Anniversary Tour in 2024, which saw their meteoric rise and selling out theatres, The Bon Jovi Experience is back for 2025!
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Jen Brister: Reactive
Critically acclaimed comedian Jen Brister is back with a new tour where she aims to be less reactive. Apparently you don't have to respond to every little thing around you.
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Sex Pistols Exposé / Ultimate Green Day: PUNK@50 Tour
Experience the raw energy of punk when Sex Pistols Expose and Ultimate Green Day bring their PUNK@50 tour to La Belle Angele!
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Matt Richardson: Brash
Attempting to navigate a world of mate’s kids, mortgages and village life is proving a challenge for the guy who can't resist causing a scene.
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Scottish National Whisky Festival
Take a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at The Biscuit Factory on Saturday 25th October!
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The Australian Pink Floyd
The critically acclaimed Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 25th October to celebrate 50 years of the iconic album 'Wish You Were Here'.
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Adam Frost
Award-winning British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter, Adam Frost, is leaving the garden and heading back out on tour, with a date at Assembly Rooms!
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The Birthday Massacre
Synth rock band, The Birthday Massacre, have announced a tour of the UK this autumn which will see them headline La Belle Angele on Sunday 26th October!
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Miss Saigon
A major UK Tour of the musical Miss Saigon has been announced for 2025 including dates at Edinburgh Playhouse!
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Legend - The Music of Bob Marley
Legend, the music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza!
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Walk Like A Man
Coming to the Assembly Rooms on Friday 31st October, Walk Like A Man is the ultimate celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, recreating the iconic powerful falsetto with perfection!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Ready Steady 60’s Show
Ready Steady 60's Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable decade, don't miss it at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 4th October!
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Monteiths Bar Quiz Night
Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!
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Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Barrhead Foundry
Every week at Barrhead Foundry, trained Macmillan volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Life Drawing Anstruther
What better way to spend those long winter nights than coming along to a friendly life drawing group at the Dreel Hall in Anstruther?
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Francis Rossi
Francis Rossi brings his brand new show to the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on Wednesday 15th October as part of a his UK tour!
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Dunfermline City Artisan Market
Pick up some wonderful local produce in the heart of Dunfermline City at the monthly Dunfermline City Artisan Market on St Catherine's Wynd!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Grayson Perry: Are You Good?
Grayson Perry is travelling the country, exploring whether we are as virtuous as we think, don't miss him live at the King's Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 12th October!
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Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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The Billy Joel Songbook
Elio Pace brings his sensational and critically-acclaimed show celebrating the phenomenal music of Billy Joel back to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Wednesday 1st October!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Bothwell Market
SHS Events bring their wonderful markets to Bothwell twice a month on the first and third Saturdays featuring artisan crafts, fresh produce, unique gifts, handmade items and tasty street food!
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Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story
Get ready for a night of solid gold hits when Barry Steele and an extraordinary ensemble of talented musicians and singers bring The Roy Orbison Story to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 25th October!
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Gary Meikle: Neurospicy
Scottish Comedy Award winner Gary Meikle will bring his Neurospicy tour to The Town House Hamilton on Thursday 30th October!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Maggie’s Line Dance Class
Come on your own or with friends for these line dancing classes with Maggie at Gallowhill Community Centre on Wednesday evenings!
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Kilmacolm Farmers Market
Kilmacolm Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday each month in the Village Square, featuring a great selection of local Scottish produce!
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Erskine Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project in Erskine on Thursday afternoons for their inclusive health walk!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Celebrating George Michael
Coming to at The Albert Halls on 10th October and featuring the acclaimed Steve Mitchell, this production focuses on a more mature and seasoned style that George brought us.
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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Stirling Ghostwalk
Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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