Family And Kids events in Renfrewshire
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Events in Renfrewshire
Barshaw Junior Parkrun
Barshaw Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Barshaw Park, Paisley!
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Battery Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Battery Park, Greenock!
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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
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Renfrew Market & Car Boot
Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!
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Erskine Arts Cinema Screenings
Erskine Arts are bringing affordable cinema to Renfrewshire! With a genre spanning line up of films from family sing-alongs to cult classics, there's something for everyone.
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Micro Layouts Model Railway Show
Join Renfrewshire Model Railway Club, Cupar Model Railway Club and Leven Valley Trains for the Micro Layouts Model Railway Show on Saturday 22nd March!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft
Explore the special one acre garden of The Croft, on a steep rocky site facing north overlooking the Clyde just opposite Dumbarton Rock, as part of Scotland's Gardens!
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Browns Lane Market
Paisley's artisan market, Browns Lane Market, showcases a wide range of hand made crafts, food and drink from a whole host of local creatives and producers!
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Big Art Show
One of Scotland's largest open entry exhibitions, Paisley's annual Big Art Show, returns for a fourth edition from Saturday 30th August - Saturday 15th November!
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Musical Mondays
Unleash your creativity with singer-songwriter Erin Hephzibah on Musical Mondays at Art Riot Studio, where kids will learn to write and create their own songs!
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Beat The Street Renfrewshire
Beat the Street is a fun, free initiative that will see the streets of Renfrewshire transformed into a giant game during September and October!
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Children’s Art Classes
Come along to our weekly Kids Art Classes (5-12yrs) where you will make new friends in these chilled out sessions creating an artwork of your choosing!
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Teen Art Classes
Come along to Art Riot's weekly Teen Art Class where you will make new friends in these chilled out sessions creating an artwork of your choosing!
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Teen Sketch Club with AJ Duncan
Teens can have fun developing their observational drawing skills using a variety of materials in new and imaginative ways whilst making new friends at Art Riot's Sketch Club with AJ Duncan!
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GLOW - Creative Classes For Young People With ASN
PACE's Glow sessions focus on building confidence through drama and creative play in a relaxed environment. They are aimed at young people with additional support needs aged 5-18.
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Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Search along the woodland trail for the hidden Halloween themed items as part of this fun family activity at RSPB Lochwinnoch... can you spot them all?
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Big Kid Circus: Paisley
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Paisley's Barshaw Park between Friday 10th and Sunday 19th October!
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Little & Mini Buddies
Join St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation for Little & Mini Buddies, fun and engaging football sessions for 3 to 6 years, at Renfrew Leisure Centre.
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Paisley’s Creepy Creatures Halloween Trail
Paisley First are kicking off the Halloween fun with their FREE event for all the family, can you seek out and name all the Creepy Creatures and complete the trail?
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Pumpkin Town
Taking place between October 10th and October 19th, Pumpkin Town at XSite Braehead is the ultimate autumn celebration for families, friends, and Halloween lovers!
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Farmer Fletcher’s Pumpkin Patch
With thousands to choose from, grab your wellies and come along to Farmer Fletcher's Pumpkin Patch to find your perfect pumpkin in the run up to Halloween!
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Savannah Safari Adventure Weekend At IKEA Glasgow
Looking for some family-friendly fun during the October Half Term? Look no further! Join IKEA Glasgow in their customer restaurant for a range of safari themed activities!
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Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show
Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show is returning to Beacon Arts Centre! If you think science is boring, think again... this is science like you have never seen it before!
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DIY Safari Binoculars At IKEA Glasgow
Kids can craft their very own safari binoculars using recycled materials, stickers, and lots of imagination at IKEA Glasgow this October Half Term!
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Lush Braehead Halloween Party Workshops
Join the team at Lush Braehead this October Half Term for one of their spooky spectacular bath bomb workshops!
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PACE Fest! Little Stars, Big Stage
Perform in your first show! Join PACE for four mornings of drama, movement and music workshops culminate in a performance on the final day!
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PACE Fest! Make Your Own Monster Musical
It's time to get creative; choose your favourite songs and devise a storyline with brand new characters in a never-been-done-before musical - this time with a spooky theme!
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PACE Fest! Musical Showcase - Demon Hunters
Inspired by your favourite scenes, songs and routines, join PACE Youth Theatre for their Musical Showcase - Demon Hunters this October Half Term!
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PACE Fest! Villain Musical Showcase
Come and take part in PACE's Musical Showcase... inspired by your favourite scenes, songs and routines and featuring all your favourite villains!
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Maya and the Whale
Coming to Paisley Arts Centre in October, Maya and The Whale is the story of a young climate activist on the run, grappling for hope amid unfolding global disasters.
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Twist & Hit Presents: Demon Hunters
Twist & Hit are bringing all the high energy and music of the Demon Hunters to their Half Term Holiday Camp on Tuesday 14th October!
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Explorer Dress Up Station At IKEA Glasgow
Dress the part, play the adventure! Strike a pose, stomp like an elephant, or roar like a lion – every moment is a chance to let your imagination run wild.
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Glasgow Clan vs Sheffield Steelers
One of the biggest matchups of the season takes place at Braehead Arena as the Glasgow Clan face off against long-time rivals, the Sheffield Steelers, in Elite Ice Hockey League action.
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Mini Park Rangers At IKEA Glasgow
Join the IKEA Glasgow Park Rangers in store, as they bring safari animals to life with playful stories and fun facts!
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The Eras Experience: Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna
Calling all Swifties! Don't miss The Eras Experience, a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna, at Beacon Arts Centre on Wednesday 15th October!
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Free First Aid Training
Mini First Aid Glasgow are delighted to be hosting a FREE Community Family Event on Restart a Heart Day on Thursday 16th October at St Mirin’s Cathedral Church Hall in Paisley.
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Twist & Hit Presents: Hocus Pocus
Join Twist & Hit on Thursday 16th October for a day of glorious shenanigans and mischief inspired by the Sanderson sisters!
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Galoshans Festival
Inverclyde's annual Galoshans Festival returns for 2025 from Friday 17th October, promising a fortnight of music, mystery, and magic!
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Wild Faces: Safari Paper Plate Animals At IKEA Glasgow
Kids can create their very own safari animal masks using paper plates and their wild imagination at IKEA Glasgow this October Half Term!
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Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland
The Scottish Fire Brigades Heritage Trust is proud once again to host the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland at this annual charity concert.
READ MOREHalloween Pumpkin Hunt
Explore the woodland trail and see how many ghoulish pumpkins you can find on the scavenger hunt with your family at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve!
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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Braehead
By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Braehead this Halloween!
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Repair Fair in Renfrewshire
On Saturday 18th October, RenCAN Hub will host a Repair Fair in The Wynd Centre in Paisley, featuring a Repair Cafe, workshops, family activities and tea & coffee!
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Birding For Beginners
Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!
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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 Beacon Arts Centre on Sunday 19th October!
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Boyle School of Irish Dance New Class
Is your little one ready to jump, hop, and dance their way into the wonderful world of Irish dancing? Join Boyle School of Irish Dance for their new classes in Paisley, beginning on 20th October!
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Glasgow Clan vs Fife Flyers
The Spookiest Game of the Season... Join Glasgow Clan for their Halloween Game Night as they battle Fife Flyers in the Challenge Cup!
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Paisley Halloween Festival
Get ready for Halloween in Paisley, where gothic creatures and macabre masterpieces await... Paisley Halloween Festival, one of the biggest and best of its kind in the UK, returns for 2025!
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Sma Shots Halloween Experience
Step into the shadows of Paisley's eerie past for a night of ghostly encounters and spine-chilling surprises when the Sma Shots Halloween Experience returns this October!
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Pop Divas Ice Disco
From timeless anthems to chart-topping tunes, Braehead Ice Centre's Pop Divas Ice Disco the ultimate night of skating, music, and fun on the ice - perfect for pop lovers of all ages!
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Pup-kin Patch at Dobbies Braehead
Looking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Braehead have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all breeds!
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The Paisley Halloween Market
Part market, part monster mash... The Paisley Halloween Market at Paisley Town Hall on Saturday 25th October promises thrills, chills, and unbeatable vintage shopping!
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Witches Market
The Boo Crew are bringing Halloween to Lochwinnoch with a programme of events including the Witches Market at Route 760 Cafe on Saturday 25th October!
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WICKED Family Fun Day
Join Ingliston for a spellbinding experience where you'll meet your favourite characters from The Wizard of Oz at their WICKED Family Fun Day!
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Hallo-Wee Ones on Ice
Calling all little monsters, pumpkins, and superheroes! Join Braehead Ice Centre for a magical Halloween skating session designed for little skaters under 5!
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Kids Spooky Tour Bus With McGills
This Halloween, join Ardgowan Hospice as they hop on an iconic McGills tour bus for a thirty-minute journey like no other!
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Halloween Howler At IKEA Glasgow
Dress to impress in your scariest, funniest or most creative costumes and join IKEA Glasgow for a range of activities at their Halloween Howler!
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Horror Con Scotland - The Halloween Edition
Horror Con Scotland, The Halloween Edition, is descending on Paisley Town Hall for a weekend of spooky fun!
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Spook & Skate Halloween Ice Disco
Lace up your skates, dress to impress (or scare!), dance to the biggest Halloween hits, and be in the chance to win prizes for the best costumes at Braehead Ice Centre!
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Autumn Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt
Are you a super wildlife spotter? Pop into the visitor centre at RSPB Lochwinnoch to collect your goodie bag and take part in this fun challenge for kids of all ages!
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The Enchanted Snake
Join Dunedin Consort at Beacon Arts Centre for a fantastical, musical adventure and journey with them through magical realms for The Enchanted Snake!
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Greenock Light Opera Club return to Beacon Arts Centre in November with their production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical!
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Paisley Christmas Lights Switch On
The countdown to Paisley's Christmas begins with the switching on of the town's Christmas lights on Saturday 15th November!
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St John Ogilvie Primary School Christmas Fayre
St John Ogilvie Primary School in Paisley will host their annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday 15th November... all welcome!
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Children’s Craft Workshops: Wooden Rudolf Christmas Tree Decoration
Join Restoration Creation for a fun event where you can make your own Christmas Rudolf decoration to hang on your tree!
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Renfrew Christmas Lights Switch On
Renfrew will host a festive day out for all the family on Saturday 22nd November and there's a sleigh-load of free activities on offer to keep even the littlest elf entertained!
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The Goth Market Before Christmas
Come on down and get yourself some gothic goodies at The Goth Market Before Christmas including art, crafts, jewellery, toys, and much more on Saturday 22nd November!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Braehead, and this year it's even more magical!
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PACE presents Snow White
With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young people – PACE's panto, Snow White, is one not to miss!
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Erskine Christmas Lights Switch On
Erskine's Christmas Lights will be switched on at Bridgewater Shopping Centre on Friday 28th November!
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Beauty And The Beast The Panto
Experience the thrill of live theatre as the talented cast from Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group brings another Panto to life, captivating audiences of all ages!
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Breakfast With Santa
Kick off this Christmas with a magical morning of food, fun, and a very special visit from Santa Claus himself at one of Ardgowan Hospice's Breakfast With Santa events!
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Children’s Craft Workshops: Ceramic Christmas Decoration
Join Restoration Creation for a fun-filled ceramic painting session exclusively for kids, where they can create their own festive Christmas decorations!
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Johnstone will once again be transformed into a winter wonderland on Saturday 29th November with a variety of activities on offer to put everyone in the festive spirit!
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Santa Paws at Dobbies Braehead
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Braehead!
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St Vincent’s Hospice Christmas Fayre
Mark your calendar, rally your reindeer, and join St Vincent’s Hospice for a day of sparkle, community, and pure festive joy at their Christmas Fayre on Saturday 29th November!
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Rainbow Valley Christmas Concert
Kick start your Christmas celebrations on 4th December by joining us for an evening of festive fun at Deck the Halls with Rainbow Valley Christmas Concert!
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Linwood will officially light up for the festive season with the switching on of the Christmas Lights on Friday 5th December!
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Sleeping Beauty
There is nothing quite like the joy of a pantomime and the Beacon Arts Centre are looking forward to welcoming you to Sleeping Beauty this festive season!
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Glasgow Phoenix Choir: Christmas with the Phoenix
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing its first Christmas concert in Paisley St George's, in aid of church funds, on Saturday 6th December!
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Santa’s Grotto at Ingliston
If a visit to Santa's Grotto is not on your list, you’d better check it twice and book now to see him at Ingliston Country Club & Hotel!
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Kids’ Christmas Cabaret
Join Ingliston for their annual Kids' Christmas Cabaret featuring Elsa, Anna, and Olaf with The Characters Dance Party & the Dancing Elves, hosted by DJ Steven Clarke!
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Mother Goose
Runway Theatre Company return to The Wynd Centre in Paisley with their traditional Scottish Pantomime... Mother Goose!
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Children’s Craft Workshops: Wooden Christmas Tree
Join us at Restoration Creation for their Kids Christmas Workshop, where children can unleash their creativity by painting their own wooden Christmas tree!
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Christmas At The Movies By Candlelight
Join London Concertante at Paisley Abbey and embark on a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films!
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Festive Family Ceilidh
The much-loved festive ceilidh returns to Paisley Town Hall once again on Sunday 28th December with Clamjamfrie providing the musical entertainment!
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Traditional Hogmanay Ball
It’s the biggest night of the year, so why not pull out all the stops and start 2026 as you mean to go on at Ingliston's Hogmanay Ball!
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Paisley 10k & Fun Run
Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2026 Paisley 10k and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 16th August!
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Top Secret - The Magic of Science
Hang on to your seats as Top Secret transform Beacon Arts Centre into a real life science laboratory, fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science!
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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Cinema Screening: It’s A Wonderful Life
Enjoy a screening of Frank Capra's 1946 classic feel-good movie It's a Wonderful Life at Eastwood Park Theatre on Thursday 18th or Tuesday 23rd December!
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I Love Clarkston Car Boot Sale
Having a clear out and looking for a boot sale you can attend locally? Then join I Love Clarkston for their regular Car Boot Sale!
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October Art Camp For Kids
Kids... get ready for a spooktacular October Art Camp at Studio Two Six One where you can create ceramic pumpkins or spooky pots, print your own ghosts or collage a spooky picture!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
The Wizard of Oz - Pantomime - Haddington
Follow the yellow brick road to the Corn Exchange Haddington for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.
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Brunch with Santa
On the 20th and 21st of December join us at Scottish Gas Murrayfield for Sunday brunch with Santa himself!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Market
One of the most iconic Christmas Markets in Europe, Edinburgh's Christmas Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens showcasing the best in artisan festive products and goods from local makers!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Wonder.Land – An Odyssey Through Dance
A children’s amateur dance show production brought to you by Edinburgh’s premier dance performing arts schools, DN Dance.
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Winter Extravaganza
Don't miss a fantastic show when the ASDS Winter Extravaganza comes to the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on Sunday 23rd November!
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Galaween Ghostal Path
Step into the woodland shadows for an unforgettable Halloween adventure like no other when Galaween Ghostal Path returns to Dalgety Bay!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Community Circles
Join the Unity for Integration Project for Community Circles, a joyful and empowering 6-week programme designed for migrant, refugee, and low-income families living in Glasgow!
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
This Christmas, GAMTA return to the SEC Glasgow with the much-loved family musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from Monday 8th December to Wednesday 10th December!
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Platform Dance
Platform Dance is weekly fun and informal workshops for children and young people, aged between 8 and 16, interested in exploring dance!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Artie’s Singing Kettle - Halloween
Join Artie's Singing Kettle 'Halloween' show for a spooktacular extravaganza at the Henderson Theatre, Shotts Community Centre on Sunday 19th October!
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Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!
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Pumpkin Picking
Craigend Nursery & Coffee Shop's Pumpkin Picking event returns for 2025 with lots of pumpkins to choose from, jumbo games, a carving station and a selection of food and drink trucks!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Weans in the Wood
Grab your magic wands, dancing shoes and full-on-sing-along voices for this year’s panto extravaganza… Weans in the Wood at Macrobert Arts Centre!
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Festive Lunch with Santa
Enjoy a wonderful 2 course festive lunch with your family & friends and a visit to our Santa’s Grotto to meet the jolly man in red himself!
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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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The Wandering Witches of Culzean
Can you help the little witches at Culzean Castle and Country Park find the missing ingredient before the witching hour begins?
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Craigbank Farm Pumpkin Experience
Craigbank Farm in Dunlop are throwing open their barn doors for a pumpkin picking and Halloween extravaganza!
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Kelburn Pumpkin Party
Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival
The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) is back from 20th October to 9th November 2025, exploring the theme of Comfort & Disturb.
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Arran Festival of Food and Drink
The Isle of Arran is looking forward to holding its fourth festival of food and drink that celebrates the local produce that comes from the island's unique terroir and micro-climate!
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Troon Round Table Fireworks
Troon Round Table's annual fireworks display will take place on Saturday 1st November!
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Kilwinning Community Fireworks
Kilwinning Community Events are delighted to host their annual Community Fireworks Display at McGavin Park on Wednesday 5th November!
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Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2025 festival will be held between between the 17th and 23rd November!
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