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Events in Edinburgh on 08 February 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

AC/DC Experience

8th February 2025

The AC/DC Experience perform classics from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras, providing a live show second only to the legends themselves!

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Big Kid Circus: Edinburgh

7th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

The Big Kid Circus is in town again with a brand new show for 2025. Catch it at the Gyle Shopping Centre Car Park in February!

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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour

Selected dates between 25th January 2025 - 30th March 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!

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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh

Selected dates between 18th January 2025 - 29th March 2025

Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!

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Bowie Experience

8th February 2025

Bowie Experience is a breathtaking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie.

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Bring It On - CANCELLED

6th February 2025 - 8th February 2025

Bring It On The Musical takes audiences on a high-flying journey that is filled with the complexities of friendship, jealousy, betrayal and forgiveness.

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st December 2024 - 30th March 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 28th March 2025

Discover the music of Taylor Swift at St Marys Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh under the gentle glow of candlelight at this live, multi-sensory musical experience!

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Candlelight: Rings and Dragons

Selected dates between 17th January 2025 - 14th March 2025

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Rings and Dragons at St Mary's Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection

26th October 2024 - 16th March 2025

Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.

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Chicago

4th February 2025 - 8th February 2025

Chicago returns to razzle dazzle theatres across the country in 2025, don't miss your chance to see it when it returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse in February!

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Clown Extravaganza

17th January 2025 - 17th January 2026

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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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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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 4th January 2026

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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Comic Con Alba

8th February 2025

Don't miss Comic Con Alba, Scotland’s new event, at The Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 8th February!

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Crafternoons

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 5th April 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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Craig Hill: I’ve Been Sitting On This For A While!

8th February 2025

Don’t miss this unfiltered and hilarious evening with Scotland’s favourite high octane Kilty Pleasure as Craig Hill brings his new show to the Corn Exchange Haddington in February!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 31st August 2025

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!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Dave Arcari & Trevor Babajack Steger

8th February 2025

Catch SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari & musician Trevor Babajack Steger at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 8th February!

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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House

9th November 2024 - 23rd February 2025

For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.

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Eco Resin Earrings - Craft Workshop

8th February 2025

Join Polymorphics for this workshop on 8th February and learn how to work with eco resin and how to create colourful earrings for any occasion!

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Edinburgh Farmers Market

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

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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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.

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Edinburgh Vintage Kilo Sale

8th February 2025

Check out the fashion when The Edinburgh Vintage Kilo Sale comes to The Pitt on Saturday 8th February!

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st December 2024 - 31st December 2025

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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet

12th December 2024 - 31st December 2025

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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Everlyn Nicodemus

19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025

Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.

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Exhibition: Postcards For Perec

5th February 2025 - 28th February 2025

Postcards for Perec - Two Hundred and Forty-Three Postcards in Real Colour is a travelling exhibition curated by alum Linda Parr and you can see it at the Institut français d'Ecosse in February!

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Exhibition: Sea and Wind by Tea Bendix

8th February 2025 - 2nd March 2025

The Scottish Storytelling Centre is delighted to present an exhibition of illustrations by Tea Bendix, inspired by the collection Danish Folk Tales by storyteller Svend-Erik Engh.

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Fables Stage Taster Sessions: Take Two: Electric Boogaloo

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 22nd February 2025

Enjoy this new, free 2-hour theatre taster sessions from Fables’ Stage Community Theatre at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 8th or 22nd February!

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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

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FoxTrail Winter Running Series Race 4

8th February 2025

Setting off from Harvest Moon Holidays, this FoxTrail Winter Running Series Race has been the series highlight for many previous runners and may be one of Scotland’s toughest half marathons.

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Grassmarket Market

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

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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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4

29th November 2024 - 16th March 2025

This exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers invites you to explore the many forms hope takes, as demonstrated by over 96 artists and 105 works, the biggest display of members work to date.

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Hyper Arousal feat. CØLIBRI

8th February 2025

Come along to Dundas Street Gallery on 8th February for the sole performance of Hyper Arousal, a distorted otherworld by local artists and a special French guest - CØLIBRI.

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Illuminate Women’s Music Scotland

8th February 2025

Illuminate Women's Music Scotland are taking their concert series across Scotland including a night at the Fruitmarket in Edinburgh on Saturday 8th February!

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Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine

25th January 2025 - 27th April 2025

Injecting Hope is a new, free exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland that presents the science behind the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.

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Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance

8th February 2025

Join Earth in Common and learn how to carry out essential bike maintenance that saves you money, extends the life of your bike, and keeps you riding smoothly!

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Joe Sutherland: Miss World

8th February 2025

Joe ‘could have been a dancer’ Sutherland is bravely talking about something that, until recently, he’s suffered in silence: being a total hunk!

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Leith Market

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 27th December 2025

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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Longarm Quilting Workshops

14th November 2024 - 30th June 2025

Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

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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Mary Poppins

22nd January 2025 - 15th February 2025

Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!

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Mindful Movement: 5-week course

11th January 2025 - 8th February 2025

Join Karma Yoga Edinburgh at the new OMH Therapies location in Atholl Place for this 5 week Mindful Movement course starting on Saturday 11th January!

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

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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Painting with Thread: Floral Embroidery Workshop

8th February 2025

Learn how to use four simple stitches to paint with threads, creating your own floral embroidery at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 8th February!

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Pop Life

2nd November 2024 - 9th March 2025

Pop Life explores the intersection of popular culture and contemporary figurative drawing, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low art.

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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

9th November 2024 - 15th March 2025

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!

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RaMFest

8th February 2025

Edinburgh Rock and Metal Society present the third RaMFest with an eclectic lineup ranging from doom metal to hardcore punk on 8th February at Legends Edinburgh.

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Reggaeton Party

8th February 2025

The UK's biggest Reggaeton Party returns to Edinburgh on 8th February. Come and celebrate all things Reggaeton at La Belle Angele!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

4th February 2025 - 31st July 2025
Musselburgh

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!

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Scottish Dance Classes for Children

11th January 2025 - 14th June 2025

Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!

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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 29th May 2025

Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.

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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic

25th October 2024 - 20th December 2025

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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Six Nations at Brewhemia Edinburgh

1st February 2025 - 15th March 2025

Brewhemia is back with another exhilarating rugby season. Join us for The Scottish Six Nations fixtures on our big screens!

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Six Nations at The Three Sisters

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 15th March 2025

With 4 different spaces and 30+ screens throughout the venue, come and watch the Six Nations in the ULTIMATE FANZONE at The Three Sisters!

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Six Nations Fan Zone At Malones Edinburgh

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 15th March 2025

The Six Nations is almost upon us, so it’s time to get the jersey on, gather yer mates and watch every match live at Malones Edinburgh!

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StillMarillion - Misplaced Childhood

8th February 2025

StillMarillion are Europe's tribute band dedicated to the music of the British progressive rock band Marillion. Catch them at Howden Park Centre on Saturday 8th February!

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Sunil Patel: Work In Progress

8th February 2025

Catch Sunil Patel, a wild man, an unpredictable force, a donkey with an arse full of dynamite, at Monkey Barrel comedy on Saturday 8th February!

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The Big Show

Selected dates between 3rd January 2025 - 27th July 2025

Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

2nd January 2025 - 27th July 2025

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!

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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller

28th November 2024 - 1st June 2025

This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.

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The Early Saturday Show!

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 31st May 2025

Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!

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The Merchant Of Venice

18th January 2025 - 15th February 2025

The Royal Lyceum presents the Theatre for a New Audience production of The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, featuring John Douglas Thompson as Shylock.

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The Micro Band - Album Fundraiser + Thundermoon & DJ Juan Mare

8th February 2025

The Micro Band are back to celebrate their latest single 'Lamb's Tongue Tango' at Leith FAB Cricket Club on 8th February with support from Thundermoon & DJ Juan Mare!

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The Musselburgh Comedy Night starring Jo Caulfield

8th February 2025

Join us on 8th February at The Wiremill Social Club for the first Momentum Entertainment comedy show in Musselburgh since 2016, starring the fabulous Jo Caulfield!

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The Mysterines

8th February 2025

Merseyside alternative rock band The Mysterines are heading out on tour in support of their new album, Afraid of Tomorrows, don't miss them live at La Belle Angele on 8th February!

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The Quadrophenia Project - A tribute to The Who

8th February 2025

The Quadrophenia Project, its not just a band, its a way of life. A superb WHO tribute featuring Gary White from Them and Us.

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The Saturday Show

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 10th May 2025

Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!

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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives

7th February 2025 - 28th June 2025

Discover this groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with the Fleming Collection, which for the first time showcases the Scottish Colourists in the context of their European contemporaries.

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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!

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Through Line

9th November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.

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Through the Night with Henry Purcell

8th February 2025

Join director/tenor Nicholas Mulroy and a small group of Dunedin Consort’s outstanding string players for a captivating evening of music at St Michaels Parish Church in Linlithgow on 8th February!

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

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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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25

9th September 2024 - 15th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!

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Whisky Tasting and Tales

12th November 2024 - 12th November 2025

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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Wrest: Acoustic Show with Stewart & Stephen

8th February 2025

wrest return to Dreadnoughtrock in Bathgate for a superb acoustic special show on Saturday 8th February!

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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

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

13th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!

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Giffnock Litter Pickers

Giffnock Litter Pickers

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 28th December 2025

Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!

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Events in Fife

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

Snowdrop Festival

Snowdrop Festival

26th January 2025 - 9th March 2025

Cambo Country House and Estate has announced that's its upcoming renowned Snowdrop Festival, now in its 16th year, which will run throughout February and early March 2025.

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Making Pottery Glazes

Making Pottery Glazes

8th February 2025

This workshop at Forgan Arts Centre on 8th February is for pottery students with a basic understanding of pottery glazes and interest in ceramics.

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Don’t Stop Believin’

Don’t Stop Believin’

8th February 2025

Jump aboard the midnight train as the greatest end-of-the-night anthems spectacular roars into the Alhambra Theatre on Saturday 8th February!

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Events in Glasgow

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

Every Brilliant Thing

Every Brilliant Thing

4th February 2025 - 8th February 2025

Following a totally sold-out run at the Fringe Every Brilliant Thing, the smash-hit show by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe comes to the Tron Theatre!

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Billy Lockett

Billy Lockett

8th February 2025

Northampton born singer-songwriter Billy Lockett will play a headline show at Glasgow's King Tut's on Saturday 8th February!

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The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour

The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour

11th January 2025 - 14th December 2025

Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!

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Events in Lanarkshire

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

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.

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Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day

8th February 2025

Enjoy a day of bouncy castles, stalls, rides, face painting, candy floss, popcorn, and so much more at Hillhouse & Earnock Community Centre in Hamilton on Saturday 8th February!

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Foam Dart Thunder: Battle Royale

Foam Dart Thunder: Battle Royale

8th February 2025

Join Foam Dart Thunder on Saturday 8th February when they return to EK East Kilbride Centre West for their Battle Royale Fortnite inspired Nerf event!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Paisley Ceilidhs Monthly Ceilidh

Paisley Ceilidhs Monthly Ceilidh

Selected dates between 12th October 2024 - 10th May 2025

Take part in all your favourite dances... Gay Gordons, Dashing White Sergeant, Strip the Willow, St. Bernard's Waltz and many more at Paisley Ceilidhs' Monthly Ceilidh!

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80s & 90s Nostalgia Boogie

80s & 90s Nostalgia Boogie

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 12th April 2025

Relive some of the biggest hits from the 80s & 90s with the Glynhill Hotel's resident DJ, who will have you on the dance floor from start to finish!

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Hannah Read & Michael Starkey plus special guest Cahalen Morrison

Hannah Read & Michael Starkey plus special guest Cahalen Morrison

8th February 2025

Hannah Read and Michael Starkey have fast become one of the most sought-after fiddle-banjo duos on the UK acoustic music scene, don't miss them live at Paisley Arts Centre in February!

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Events in Stirling

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

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle

1st February 2025 - 30th September 2025

Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.

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Substate Comedy Club: New Material Night

Substate Comedy Club: New Material Night

8th February 2025

The Substate Comedy Club returns to The Royal Oak in Alloa for New Material Night on Saturday 8th February!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gargunnock House Garden

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gargunnock House Garden

1st February 2025 - 1st June 2025

The garden at Gargunnock House has a walled garden, well-established house garden, woodland walks with species and hybrid rhododendrons, massed plantings of azaleas and wonderful specimen trees.

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Events in Other Areas

Sponsored Links

The Society for Reproduction and Fertility
Cancer Research UK
Edinburgh Dungeon
ATG

Sponsored Links

Fayre Play
Escape The Past
Great Run Company
The Society for Reproduction and Fertility
Cancer Research UK
Edinburgh Dungeon
ATG

Popular Events

Mary Poppins
Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!
Boro + Sashiko Basics Workshop
This workshop, run by Leith Makers on Saturday 1st February, will introduce you to Boro Mending and Sashiko Embroidery techniques!
The Stumble
The Stumble have been wowing audiences with the energy and virtuosity of their live performances for the past 20 years and they play The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 27th September!
Nati.
Kirkcaldy singer/songwriter Nati. has a global army of fans and a music career on fast-track, catch her live at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 3rd May as part of The Golden Tour!
Disco Days Edinburgh
Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall