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Music Events in Renfrewshire in May 2025

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Events in Renfrewshire

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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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 20th December 2025
Various Locations Renfrewshire

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

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Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Concerts

Selected dates between 25th January 2025 - 21st June 2025

Throughout the year Paisley Abbey hosts a varied programme of Lunchtime Concerts by local musicians, singers and choral groups.

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Fèis Bheag - Saturday Morning Music Sessions

Selected dates between 22nd February 2025 - 14th June 2025

Looking for a fun way to introduce your child to music? Fèis Phàislig's Fèis Bheag sessions offer a fun experience of trad music and Gaelic, every Saturday morning!

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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland at Beacon

Selected dates between 23rd February 2025 - 25th May 2025

Experience the unparalleled talent of Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's Vocal Performance students as they take the stage at Beacon Arts Centre!

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Dancing Through the Decades

Selected dates between 28th March 2025 - 2nd August 2025

Dance the night away with The Glynhill Hotel's resident DJ, who will take you on a journey through the decades!

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Pai-Slay Is Drag

Selected dates between 9th April 2025 - 17th September 2025

Paisley's premium drag show! Featuring outstanding Scottish drag performers, Pai-SLAY is an exciting, fun and inclusive night!

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Hello, Dolly!

30th April 2025 - 3rd May 2025

Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group are proud to present their latest production of the classic musical Hello, Dolly! at Johnstone Town Hall from Wednesday 30th April!

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Beyond Madness

3rd May 2025

Beyond Madness are a 6 piece live Madness and Ska tribute band, don't miss them live when they return to The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 3rd May!

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Paul Gannon

3rd May 2025

Get ready for an electrifying night as Paul Gannon, one of the brightest rising stars in electronic dance music, takes over the decks at Lumins Bar on Saturday 3rd May!

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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

3rd May 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Beacon Arts Centre!

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Clyde Coast Strathspey and Reel Society Fiddlers Rally

4th May 2025

Clyde Coast Strathspey and Reel Society are delighted to be hosting their annual Fiddlers Rally at the Beacon on Sunday 4th May!

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Sing a Song: A Tribute to The Carpenters

4th May 2025

Sing a Song: A Tribute to The Carpenters celebrates all the hits of Karen and Richard, they're a must-see for Carpenters fans and music lovers alike!

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Spring Into Country Festival

4th May 2025

Spring Into Country is an annual one day festival of Country Music & Linedance being held at The Glynhill Hotel on Sunday 4th May!

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PACE May Fest!

5th May 2025 - 26th May 2025

Fest! is PACE's hugely popular school holiday performing arts festivals for young people aged 3-21 and are open to members and non members!

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School of Rock

7th May 2025 - 8th May 2025

The Theatre School of Scotland is thrilled to present the electrifying musical 'School of Rock' at Beacon Arts Centre in May!

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A Vision of Elvis

9th May 2025

Put on your blue suede shoes and come celebrate the music of the King of Rock 'n' Roll with the UK's supreme Elvis – Rob Kingsley – and his talented cast at Beacon Arts Centre in May!

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The M65s Plus Guests The Nine Tens

9th May 2025

Don't miss Glasgow Mod band The M65's live at The Bungalow Paisley on Friday 9th May with special guests The Nine Tens!

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The Music Of Taylor Swift By Candlelight

9th May 2025

Swifties, get ready to Shake It Off! The Music of Taylor Swift by Candlelight is coming to Coats Paisley, and it’s pure Magic!

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Line Dancing in Paisley with Maggie and The Jaybees Band

10th May 2025

Line dance is coming to Paisley! Enjoy an evening of country music by The Jaybees Band and line dancing lessons by Maggie at Venue Paisley on Saturday 10th May!

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Queen By Candlelight

10th May 2025

Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK, join Concerts By Candlelight for an incredible night of Queen anthems at Coats Paisley on Saturday 10th May!

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The Gerry Rafferty Songbook

10th May 2025

The magic and majesty of Gerry Rafferty's enduring music is brought to life in this emotive, evocative and extraordinary live musical celebration at Paisley Town Hall!

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Lux Cabaret Variety Night

Selected dates between 11th May 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Get ready for a night of glitz, glam, and entertainment at the Lux Cabaret variety night at The Bungalow Paisley... it's gonna be a show to remember!

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Paisley Arts Centre Open Mic Night

Selected dates between 15th May 2025 - 7th August 2025

Experience the best of Renfrewshire's musical talent at Paisley Arts Centre's Open Mic Night!

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Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote

16th May 2025

Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Beacon Arts Centre, with an interactive screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode 'Paint Me a Murder'!

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SPACE

16th May 2025

Absolute Brit-Pop legends SPACE will play the Bungalow Paisley on Friday 16th May!

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The Arkleston Singers Summer Concert

16th May 2025

The Arkleston Singers return to Paisley South Church for their summer concert featuring a selection of songs which promise something for everyone and all ages!

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The Gleniffer Singers Annual Concert

16th May 2025

Come and join the Gleniffer Singers for an evening of music with a programme ranging from West End hits to modern classical pieces that is sure to have something for everyone!

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Brownbear

17th May 2025

Brownbear returns to Paisley for an evening of songs & stories celebrating his award-winning album 'Demons' as well as debuting new material!

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Definitely Oasis

17th May 2025

Definitely Oasis triumphantly return to The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 17th May for a headline show and over two hours of non stop monster OASIS hits!

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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Selected dates between 17th May 2025 - 21st June 2025

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of Paisley Abbey!

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The Rocket Man - A Tribute to Sir Elton John

18th May 2025

Book your tickets now for an unmissable concert spectacular... The Rocket Man - A Tribute to Sir Elton John at Paisley Town Hall on Sunday 18th May!

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Desperados - A Tribute To the Eagles

23rd May 2025

Desperados will deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles at The Bungalow Paisley on Friday 23rd May!

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Girls’ Night Oot!

23rd May 2025

Join the girls on a hen night that you won't forget with a smash hit retro soundtrack when Girls' Night Oot! returns to Beacon Arts Centre in May!

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Rain of Animals

23rd May 2025

Rain of Animals have performed across Europe and now you can catch them live in Lochwinnoch at the McKillop Institute on Friday 23rd May!

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The Hangar: BMX Bandits (Duo) / Duglas T Stewart Takeover

23rd May 2025

The Hangar is a series of multi-arts evenings curated by musicians Sushil K Dade & Radhika at Paisley Arts Centre join them on Friday 23rd May for a BMX Bandits (Duo) / Duglas T Stewart Takeover!

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King Creosote

24th May 2025

King Creosote brings his 'Any Storm In A Teacup' tour to Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 24th May!

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Pretty As Pink

24th May 2025

Don't miss Pretty as Pink, at The Bungalow, with a spectacular light show and live band the experience is only beaten by Pink herself!

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Kate Young

25th May 2025

Don't miss Kate Young, one Scotland's most innovative composers and musicians, live at Paisley Arts Centre on Sunday 25th May!

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W2

25th May 2025

W2, Scotland's tribute to U2, will perform live in The Bungalow on Sunday 25th May... you won't want to miss this!

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Mike Peters, from The Alarm - Love Hope Strength

28th May 2025

Expect acoustic hits, remarkable stories, and an intimate evening with one of rock's great survivors... Mike Peters at Beacon Arts Centre!

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Big Vern n the Shootahs

30th May 2025

The sensational Big Vern n the Shootahs are renowned throughout the live music circuit as the ultimate feel-good band, catch them live at The Bungalow on Friday 30th May!

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Illegally Blondie

31st May 2025

Don't miss Illegally Blondie, one of the UK's top tributes to Blondie, at The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 31st May!

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Sponsored Links

Renfrewshire Council
RSPB
Paisley Radio
WSS Media Scotland
Napier Uni

Music Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Glasgow Piano Man

The Glasgow Piano Man

30th May 2025

An evening of live music and great food when The Glasgow Piano Man tribute returns to Mr MacGregor's on Friday 30th May!

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Disco Through The Decades

Disco Through The Decades

24th May 2025

Join Mearns Kirk Helping Hands for a fantastic night of music when they host their Disco Through The Decades at Giffnock North Social Club on Saturday 24th May!

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Giffnock’s Summer Jamboree

Giffnock’s Summer Jamboree

31st May 2025

Giffnock's Summer Jamboree, on Saturday 31st May, is set to be a summer celebration, blending the charm of a traditional Scottish gala day with the buzz of a summer fête!

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Music Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

Frigg, Marvara, Me Lost Me

Frigg, Marvara, Me Lost Me

31st May 2025

This event at the Usher Hall is part of a new captivating series of folk and traditional music, curated by award-winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis.

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Ben Kearsley @ Music on the Mezzanine

Ben Kearsley @ Music on the Mezzanine

10th May 2025

Join solo guitarist, Ben Kearsley at Music on the Mezzanine in Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 10th May!

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Riffs Tuesdays

Riffs Tuesdays

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 24th June 2025

Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!

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Music Events in Fife

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

Rich Hall: Chin Music

Rich Hall: Chin Music

3rd May 2025

Catch the sharp, quick, splenetic, and sublimely improvisational Rich Hall live at Carnegie Hall on Saturday 3rd May!

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Inspiral Carpets

Inspiral Carpets

24th May 2025

Madchester legends Inspiral Carpets return to PJ Molloys on Saturday 24th May!

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Langtoun Jazz Proms Vocal Concert

Langtoun Jazz Proms Vocal Concert

31st May 2025

For our 2nd Langtoun Jazz Proms event we are delighted to be collaborating with 5 community vocal groups who will take on tunes that are not normally in their repertoire!

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Music Events in Glasgow

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

Sloans Ceilidh

Sloans Ceilidh

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 21st November 2025

Sloans Famous Friday Ceilidh is back and it's bigger and better than ever... it's a must for everyone visiting Glasgow and any true weegie!

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The Deadlians

The Deadlians

7th May 2025

One of Ireland's best kept secrets, The Deadlians are a Dublin based band with a cult following playing folk songs, punk rock, psychedelic segues... catch them at Glasgow's King Tut's on 7th May!

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The Fixx

The Fixx

5th May 2025

Alternative rock pioneers The Fixx have announced a five-date tour of the UK which will see them headline Oran Mor Glasgow on Monday 5th May!

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Music Events in Lanarkshire

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

The Springsteen Sessions

The Springsteen Sessions

15th May 2025

Catch Dougie Robertson's Springsteen Sessions at Rutherglen Town Hall... as far as tributes to The Boss go, there's none finer!

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What A Girl Wants Experience

What A Girl Wants Experience

31st May 2025

A celebration of fashion, beauty, health and entertainment is set to take place at Hamilton Park Racecourse on Saturday 31st May, with the highly anticipated launch of What A Girl Wants Experience!

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JJ Gilmour

JJ Gilmour

10th May 2025

Don't miss your chance to see internationally acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter JJ 'Jinky' Gilmour live at Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 10th May!

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Music Events in Stirling

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

Journeyings

Journeyings

11th May 2025

Popular Scots Actor Crawford Logan takes us on a Voyage of Readings from Orkney to Egypt at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum on 11th May, with poetry, prose and music to suit everyone!

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Kim Carnie

Kim Carnie

30th May 2025

Kim Carnie has become one of the most sought-after singers and session vocalists that Scotland has to offer and she plays The Tolbooth on Friday 30th May!

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Maud the Moth + Sevendeaths

Maud the Moth + Sevendeaths

17th May 2025

Don't miss Maud the Moth plus Sevendeaths at the Tolbooth Stirling on Saturday 17th May!

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Events in Other Areas

STREETrave Ayr Beach Festival

STREETrave Ayr Beach Festival

4th May 2025
Ayr

STREETrave returns to its spiritual home for another installment of STREETrave Ayr Beach Festival on Sunday 4th May!

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Sponsored Links

Pace Youth Theatre
Pawrade
ATG
Go Radio
Hostelworld

Sponsored Links

Renfrewshire Council
RSPB
Paisley Radio
WSS Media Scotland
Napier Uni
Pace Youth Theatre
Pawrade
ATG
Go Radio
Hostelworld

Popular Events

PACE May Fest!
Fest! is PACE's hugely popular school holiday performing arts festivals for young people aged 3-21 and are open to members and non members!
Paisley Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!
The Elmer Adventure
Join three friends on a joyful jungle adventure in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the much-loved Elmer books by David McKee at Johnstone Town Hall!
Murder Mystery Evening: Little Rock Shop Horror Murder
Enjoy a fun filled couple of hours on this fully scripted murder mystery event, Little Rock Horror Shop Murder, at Skirlies Cafe in Paisley!
Johnstone Burgh Ladies FC
Johnstone Burgh Ladies are looking to recruit new players and build their squad. They are looking for players age 18+ of any ability who can join them for training on Monday evenings!

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