Events in Edinburgh on 11 May 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
A Jaunt Round Auld Reekie - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Join mad auld Auntie Bee and her long-suffering niece Bonnie McRee on a tour of Auld Reekie, past and present, real and imagined, without leaving the cosy Storytelling Court!
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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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Alice in Eurovision Wonderland Watch Party
Join our hostess and Edinburgh sensation Alice in Eurovision Wonderland at Grassmarket Community Project for fun, frolics, food, fizz and best of all we will be streaming the final live!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Author Talk- Margaret Lillie
Join us at McDonald Road Library as we welcome the children's author Margaret Lillie on Saturday 11th May! Suitable for ages 4-7.
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Average White Band
Scotland's very own legendary funk 'n soul band Average White Band will be touring Scotland for one last time in 2024, don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 11th May!
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Basket Weaving for Beginners Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of basket-weaving, from sourcing materials, to the techniques to create a basic basket, and to create a handle for it in this one-day course on 11th May at Leith Makers!
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BMX Lessons
The Scottish BMX School is offering BMX lessons for kids of all ages, currently being held at Victoria Park in Leith.
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh
Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!
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Bowie by Candlelight
Bowie by Candlelight returns to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on Saturday 11th May. Enjoy an incredible night of Bowie anthems!
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Cab-arette Showtour
Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
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Candle Making Workshop
Get inspired with a new skill and learn the basics of candle making with Flow Candles on 11th May at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall!
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Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
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Coding After-School Club at The Pavilion, Myreside
Code Cadets are looking for young tech minds to join their after-school coding club on Thursdays at The Pavilion, Myreside!
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Collective Play Weekend
Join Collective Edinburgh on 11th & 12th May for a weekend of of playful and creative outdoor activities, suitable for ages 5-12 years!
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Comedy At Canon’s Gait
Don't miss out on the uproarious experience that has Edinburgh and beyond rolling in laughter at The Canon's Gait!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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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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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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David Lemm | Fixings
Fixings is an exhibition of recent work by David Lemm taking place in Detail Framing & Gallery from 2nd May.
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Drama Classes for Children and Young People in Central Edinburgh
Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence and make new friends in a fun and creative way? The Blossom Theatre Project drama classes are the perfect way to do this.
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Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen
Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!
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EDGAS: The Gondoliers
The Edinburgh Gilbert & Sullivan Society celebrates their centenary year with an enchanting new production of The Gondoliers.
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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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. Come check us out!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
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Edinburgh Folk Club
We've been the home of regular folk nights in the capital for 50 years. Join us every Wednesday night at 8pm. All welcome!
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Edinburgh Food Tour
Eat and drink your way through Scotland’s history and culture on a carefully curated wander through the cobbled streets and historic alleys of Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh Gin Cocktail Tour
Discover the best gin in Edinburgh on the Edinburgh Gin Jaunt and savour the city’s diverse gin culture. Book your gin-tinted adventure today!
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Edinburgh Magic
Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!
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Edinburgh Opera Company Seeking New Singers For Carmen
Aria Alba is looking for new members to join our exciting production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024.
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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service
Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.
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Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale
Collective presents the first solo presentation in the UK of Sicilian artist Elisa Giardina Papa's work, in an exhibition titled "U Scantu": A Disorderly Tale (2022).
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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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Eurovision Viewing Party
Flags at the ready...head to YOTEL Edinburgh for an unmissable Eurovision viewing party, streaming live from our immersive 360 degree screen!
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Festhailes Music Festival
Newhailes is once again hosting its family friendly music festival in the grounds of Newhailes House on Saturday 11th May!
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Festival of Europe
Scotland's first international Festival of Europe takes place on May 11th and 12th at Summerhall. Come along for a fantastic weekend of discussion, art and socialising!
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Festival of Freedom
Beetroots Collective CIC invites you to their 'Festival of Freedom - Poland 20 years in the European Union' which will be held at Southside Community Centre!
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Fire from the Woods - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
By reimagining old tales from Lithuania and around the world, storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė and musician Gaynor Barradell explore the silence between generations.
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FISHING: An Exhibition by Stephanïe Vandëm
FISHING is a modern exploration of contemporary identities and heritage from artist Stephanïe Vandëm at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 3rd May!
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Flowers from Jericho Exhibition
Flowers from Jericho is a new exhibition of riso prints created by Matilda Bull during her residency at Out of the Blueprint in the Spring of 2024.
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Friday Friends
Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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Fused Glass course
Join Honey Pot Creative Cafe for 6 weeks or individual workshops to learn how to create art using different techniques with fused glass.
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Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival
Let's raise a glass and celebrate local brews at the Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival on Saturday 11th May!
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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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Haunted Leith Ghost Walk
Join John and Kerrie of North Edinburgh Nightmares on a suitably spooktacular ghost walk through Leith!
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Holy Corner Booksale
The Holy Corner Booksale for Christian Aid is back in Morningside United Church from 11th to 13th May with a wide variety of categories for sale!
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Inception Art Show
Inception returns to Dalkeith Palace from 3rd to 12th May 2024, showcasing a curated collection of artists.
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Japanese Language for P1-P7 kids
This is a special chance in Edinburgh for kids (P1-P7) to learn Japanese language, crafts, food, art, and culture from a qualified Japanese teacher this May!
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Jewellery Class - Make a set of skinny stacking rings
Learn to make a set of three different sterling silver skinny stacking rings in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
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Julian Clary - Fistful of Clary
Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket, is fixing to saddle up and head on out for his 2024 UK tour and you can catch him at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 11th May!
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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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Live Music
Come and enjoy all your favourite singalongs and some of Scotland's best musical talents at The Three Sisters Edinburgh!
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Music at Moonwake - Dara Dubh
We are hosting our very first concert in the Moonwake taproom on Saturday 11th May with Dara Dubh!
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Naming trees - Spring edition
Join Earth in Common on 11th May for an exciting morning of observing, learning together and paying attention to the trees around the Croft and the Links Park.
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Nature Re-imagined
This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of three artists who apply unusual approaches and media to the subject of wildlife.
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North Edinburgh Community Festival
The North Edinburgh Community Festival is a free, family friendly and community-led event taking place in West Pilton Park on 13th May.
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Northern Kentucky University Chamber Choir
Join the Northern Kentucky University Chamber Choir at St Giles Cathedral on Saturday 11th May when they perform beautiful classical, spiritual and sacred music!
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OnOne Salsa: 6 week Salsa Beginners Course
Join OnOne Salsa for these 6 week Monday Salsa Dance Classes for Beginners starting on 6th May at The Mash House!
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Pauline Caulfield Textiles
This exhibition features over 20 large pieces ranging from fans, chasubles and fabric panels, illuminating Pauline Caulfield’s versatile yet distinctive work!
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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh
This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Reassembled
Reassembled, presents a group exhibition featuring new works by JFK Turner, Laura Jane Scott and Derek Wilson, showing at &Gallery from 4th to 29th May.
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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Sanctum Sanctorium
Sanctum Santorium, a 6-piece band that recreate classic hits by artists such as The Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Siouxsie & The Banshees and more play La Belle Angele on 11th May!
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Saturday Science Sessions with Dino
Join us at Dynamic Earth on selected Saturdays throughout the year for a variety of hands on activities!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Redcroft
An attractive Arts and Crafts house, Redcroft is a mature walled garden with a variety of different features and habitats.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Regent, Royal and Carlton Terrace Gardens
The largest of Edinburgh's New Town gardens still in private ownership, it remains largely unchanged since its formation in 1830.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Sea Glass Jewellery Workshop - Creative 2
Come along to Joy Revival Design Studio for a relaxed and creative workshop where you will learn to make your very own sea glass jewellery!
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Seinnidh Sinn
Air Dimàirtean bho seo a mach bhith seisean ‘Seinnidh Sinn’ a’ tòiseachadh aig Leith Depot bho 5-6 uairean feasgar. (Seinnidh Sinn is a Gaelic Singing Circle)
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Self-Defence for Women (16+)
Self-Defence Scotland is holding a Self-Defence class for Women (16+) at Inch Community Education Centre on Saturday 11th May.
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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.
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Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan
Together, Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan create dazzling, quirky arrangements of reels, jigs, strathspeys, and airs from their native Scottish tradition, and beyond.
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Spring Serenade
Join one of Edinburgh's leading mixed voice choirs, Cadenza, as they celebrate spring in works by Ravel, Elgar and Saint-Seans on 11th May in support of Kindred!
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SPRING SWING
Enjoy an evening of swinging jazz with vocalist Marjory Morrow and All-Star Trio: Brian Kellock, Roy Percy and Ross Milligan on Saturday 11th May at Wellsprings!
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Storytelling for Musicians with Svend-Erik Engh - Part of Tradfest 2024
This workshop with Svend-Erik Engh is for musicians who want to be better storytellers on stage!
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Summertime Sadness Club
Join us for a night dedicated to Lana Del Rey and friends! join us for the most joyfully miserable Sad Girl club night experience!
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Tamsyn Kelly: Kicking Off In Aldi (WIP)
Duchess of Cornwall Tamsyn Kelly talks witches, sex and Aldi in a brand new show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 11th May!
READ MOREThe Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - Edinburgh
This May, join the movement to create safer, more bike-friendly streets with the Bike Month Challenge and #MakeEveryRideCount!
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The Deadly Winters
The Deadly Winters released "ever onwards", a new collection of songs in 2023 and are on stage at The Voodoo Rooms in May to play the songs live to you!
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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic
Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!
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The Mercians
Scruff of the Neck presents Midlands based Indie band The Mercians at The Mash House on Saturday 11th May!
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The Saturday Show
The Edinburgh Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!
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This Is Where We Get Off
This Is Where We Get Off is a 'confident, hilarious play full of truth and heart' don't miss it when it comes to Reconnect Regal Theatre in May!
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Two Day Mosaic Abstract Workshop
Join Helen Miles at OOTB Abbeymount Studios for this two-day mosaic abstract workshop, giving you the essential skills needed to make beautiful mosaic abstracts using found and salvaged materials!
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UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19
This exhibition looks behind the masks, to explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences of nursing staff during COVID-19 and past pandemics.
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Warhol Inspired Quilting Workshop
Join us at Dovecot Studios on 11th May for a bespoke quilting workshop which celebrates the work of Andy Warhol.
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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:
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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Just Beatles
You'll think you're experiencing the Fab Four live in concert when you catch Just Beatles when they return to Eastwood Park Theatre, Giffnock on Saturday 11th May!
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The Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - East Renfrewshire
This May, join the movement to create safer, more bike-friendly streets with the Bike Month Challenge and #MakeEveryRideCount!
READ MOREEvents in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirklands Garden
Enjoy a day out at Kirklands, built in 1832, it has been the Hart family home for 45 years!
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Veterans Supper Club
The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland are hosting suppers for Veterans, Serving Personnel and Reserves every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
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Illegally Blondie: Blondie Tribute Band
Don't miss Illegally Blondie, a Blondie Tribute Band, at St Andrews United Social Club on Saturday 11th May!
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Japanese Shodo Calligraphy
Learn about Shodo calligraphy using traditional materials such Japanese sumi ink and fude brushes on washi paper with Drawing and Painting Studio!
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The George Ward Collection: Images of Old Maryhill
The George Ward Collection exhibition at Maryhill Burgh Halls captures a Maryhill suspended in time, invoking nostalgia for a long-lost city landscape, along Maryhill Road and beyond.
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Scottish Opera - La Traviata
This beloved production, which began life at Scottish Opera in 2008, has been seen at opera houses around the world! Don't miss La Traviata when it returns to Glasgow in May!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
An Intimate Evening With The Hikers
The Hikers return to ONE Church Scotland on Saturday 11th May for an intimate and interactive show!
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3rd Anniversary Bouldering Competition
Join the team at Hang On Climbing Centre in Hamilton as they celebrate the third anniversary of their opening with a bouldering competition!
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Creedence Clearwater Review
Creedence Clearwater Review have announced their return to the UK with their 'Green River' tour including a night at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 11th May!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
MacFloyd: All That Is Now
MacFloyd bring their new show 'All That Is Now' to Paisley Town Hall on Saturday 11th May, join them on their journey for over two hours of great music and an experience to remember!
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Paisley Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!
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Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Ecstatic Dance Gathering - Spring Awakening
Join Commune Gatherings on Saturday 11th May for an enchanting evening of ecstatic dance to uplifting melodies and fresh soulful sounds as well as nourishing practices!
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Granulation Masterclass with Linda Lewin
Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery on 11th & 12 May for an intriguing two day masterclass in the delicate art of granulation!
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Preschool Activities With Active Stirling
Come along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!
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FREE Loch Lomond Whisky Tasting
This free in-store tasting in Geraldo's of Largs is the excellent opportunity to sample some of the award-winning drams from Loch Lomond Distillery!
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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