Events in Edinburgh on 21 December 2018
View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 21 December 2018 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
24 Doors of Advent
1st December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Throughout December Edinburgh opens its doors to showcase the unique buildings in the city in this real-life advent calendar. Read more
A Christmas Fairy Trail
7th December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Enter Archerfield Walled Garden’s mystical Fairy Trail and get lost in a world of fairies, forest folk and folklore when it returns in December! Read more
Able Faces
21st December 2018
Catch Able Faces at Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh! With their fantastic vocal harmonies and energetic performances they are a live act not to be missed. Read more
Awakening Abstraction: Jon Canty - Original Paintings and Prints From Abstract To Reality
6th November 2018 - 18th January 2019
‘Awakening Abstraction’ is an exhibition by Jon Canty featuring a mix of new works and a cross section of his work over the last few years. See it at the Stick Factory from 6th November! Read more
Baby Loves Disco’s Christmas Cheer
9th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
Edinburgh West
Baby Loves Disco returns for Christmas 2018 with its unique dayclubbing experience at the Festival Square Spiegeltent. Read more
Beginners/Intermediate Pilates Classes for Adults
3rd July 2018 - 4th June 2019
Come along and try Pilates for adults with Nicky Pender every Tuesday and Wednesday at Liberton Kirk Halls. Read more
Breakfast or Afternoon Tea with Santa at Clambers Soft Play
21st December 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Bring the kids along to Clambers Soft Play for breakfast or afternoon tea in the party room followed by a visit from Santa and a 45-minute soft-play session! Read more
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Edinburgh
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Edinburgh! Read more
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Livingston
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Livingston! Read more
Breakfast with Santa at Scrambles Soft Play
21st December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Join Santa at Scrambles Soft Play for a Christmas breakfast, before he retires to his office to check the ‘Naughty and Nice’ list. Read more
Brick Wonders
21st November 2018 - 24th March 2019
Historic Environment Scotland presents Brick Wonders at Blackness Castle featuring recreations in LEGO® bricks of amazing sights from around the world, curated by artist Warren Elsmore! Read more
Bugle Boys Christmas Crackers
11th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
After wowing crowds at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Bugle Boys bring their Christmas Crackers show to the Assembly Roxy from 11th December. Read more
Children’s Christmas Baking Afternoon
20th December 2018 - 21st December 2018
Does your child love baking? The Edinburgh New Town Cookery School is holding some Children’s Christmas Baking half days on the 20th and 21st December and suitable for ages 9 to 13. Read more
Children’s Christmas Baking Morning
20th December 2018 - 21st December 2018
Does your child love baking? The Edinburgh New Town Cookery School is holding some Children’s Christmas Baking half days on the 20th and 21st December, suitable for ages 9 to 13. Read more
Children’s Judo Club
2nd March 2018 - 2nd March 2019
Randori Judo will be starting a four week Introduction to Judo Course commencing on Friday 2nd March at 4:30pm at Clovenstone Community Centre. Read more
Christmas Afternoon Tea
21st December 2018
Enjoy a sophisticated seasonal afternoon tea, with cakes, sandwiches and many dainty festive nibbles at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Read more
Christmas at the Botanics
25th November 2018 - 29th December 2018
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas when this magical after dark experience returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens! Read more
Christmas at the Botanics 2018
23rd November 2018 - 29th December 2018
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience at the Royal Botanic Gardens! Read more
Christmas Lunch at Edinburgh Castle
7th December 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Make Christmas 2018 special with a three course lunch in the opulent Queen Anne Room at Edinburgh Castle, and enjoy a dining experience fit for royalty. Read more
Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens
16th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
The Christmas Market will once again return to East Princes St Gardens for a whole host of bespoke and traditional Christmas items! Read more
Curious About Edinburgh
1st December 2017 - 31st December 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Have fun discovering Edinburgh with two self-guided, heritage walks and optional treasure hunt with Curious About! Read more
Dance Scottish with RSCDS Edinburgh
24th September 2018 - 21st May 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Come along, join in and enjoy the benefits of fun, fitness and friendship with RSCDS Edinburgh Dance Scottish classes! Read more
Edwin G. Lucas: An Individual Eye
4th August 2018 - 10th February 2019
This is the first major exhibition to focus on this unusual and enigmatic artist and features over sixty artworks from public and private collections. Read more
Eskmills Christmas Party Nights
14th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Indulge in a festive feast and delicious drinks with your colleagues or friends, then join forces with party-goers on the dance floor at Eskmills Christmas Party Nights! Read more
Festive Party Dinner!
23rd November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Join us for a Festive Party Dinner in the stunning auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, welcomed by a chilled glass of fizz, followed by a decadent 3-course festive meal, live ceilidh band and DJ. Read more
Festive Party Lunch!
23rd November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Join us for a festive party lunch at the Ghillie Dhu and enjoy an unforgettable celebration of food, drink and festive cheer! Read more
Festive Party Nights at Carberry Tower
21st December 2018
What better way to relax and unwind after all those long hours in the office than a Christmas party night in the glorious surroundings of Carberry Tower. Read more
Fit Fridays
21st December 2018
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with Chart/Cheese from DJ Tom Berry! Read more
Funbox presents Once Upon a Christmas at The Brunton
21st December 2018 - 24th December 2018
FUNBOX present their brand new seasonal spectacular – ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS as they return to The Brunton Theatre 21st December through to Christmas Eve! Read more
Gallery Tours at City Art Centre
21st December 2018
Come along to City Art Centre and join one of the excellent guides on a spotlight tour of their exhibition. Read more
Get a Free Workout with Curves
21st October 2018 - 31st December 2018
Curves, a ladies-only gym in Edinburgh Northwest, is offering a free taster workout with a personal trainer that is safe, efficient and effective for women of all ages and fitness levels. Read more
Giant Lanterns of China 2018
16th November 2018 - 17th February 2019
The Giant Lanterns of China are back at Edinburgh Zoo! It's a new and exciting adventure as Scottish myths, ancient Chinese legends and incredible creatures come to life this winter. Read more
Gypsy, Folk and Jazz Nights
21st December 2018
Join us at Hendersons of Edinburgh for our free to attend "Gipsy, folk & jazz night" event series, hosted by the Hendersons exclusive "September Song" formation. Read more
Historic Underground
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Discover a dark, damp world unchanged since the 18th century in this tour of Blair Street Underground Vaults with Mercat Tours. Read more
In Focus: Scottish Photography
7th July 2018 - 12th May 2019
This exhibition showcases the City Art Centre’s photographic collections, charting the development of fine art photography in Scotland from the 19th century to present day. Read more
It’s a Wonderful Life!
15th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Floating Brick Theatre will be putting on a stage production of "It's a Wonderful Life" this December at the Cornerstone Centre.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
27th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
Join us at The Brunton for Jack and the Beanstalk, a fun packed panto with an up to date twist on the well-known story! Read more
King’s Panto: Beauty and the Beast
1st December 2018 - 20th January 2019
Edinburgh panto legends Allan Stewart, Andy Gray & Grant Stott return to the King's Theatre in Beauty and the Beast! Read more
Kinky Boots
10th December 2018 - 5th January 2019
Don't miss the ultimate night out when the Kinky Boots tour comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in December 2018! Read more
La Clique Noël - Part Deux
16th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
Edinburgh West
La Clique Noël returns home to Edinburgh for Christmas with a new seasonal spectacular, La Clique Noël - Part Deux. Read more
Latin Connection with DJ João Tropical
21st December 2018
It's the hottest Latin night in town every Friday at Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh with DJ João Tropical! Read more
Little Red Riding Hood
14th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Join us at Church Hill Theatre as Edinburgh People's Theatre present Little Red Riding Hood, a traditional family pantomime with just a little twist in its tail! Read more
Magic Carpet Minis
21st December 2018
Take a trip on the Magic Carpet, especially for very little ones, at the National Museum of Scotland. Ages 0 - 2. Read more
Martin Aelred Winterland Concert
21st December 2018
Internationally acclaimed Tenor, Martin Aelred, gives an enchanting vocal performance of Puccini and Mozart at St John's Episcopal Church on 21st December. Read more
Mouthpiece
5th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Traverse Theatre Company in association with HighTide present Mouthpiece, a frank and unflinching look at the different Edinburghs which often exist in ignorance of one another. Read more
OpenJump 7+
1st July 2017 - 31st December 2018
Jump around on over 19,000ft2 of interconnected, world-class trampolines at Ryze Edinburgh's OpenJump sessions! Read more
Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
21st December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Don't miss Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook, a well-loved fixture in The Queen's Hall seasonal calendar on 21st and 22nd December! Read more
Recruiting 28-32 Month Old Wee Scientist
27th September 2018 - 31st December 2018
Edinburgh South
Do you know a wee scientist, 28-32 months old? Do they speak English? If so, come help us understand how toddlers learn about the world in our Wee Science language study! Read more
Robert Blomfield: Edinburgh Street Photography | An Unseen Archive
24th November 2018 - 17th March 2019
This exhibition displays a selection of Robert Blomfield's stunning private archive, documenting the dramatic shifts taking place in Edinburgh’s urban landscape during the 1960s. Read more
Santa Breakfasts
21st December 2018
Enjoy a tasty breakfast before visiting jolly old Santa in his magic cottage at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Read more
Santa Suppers
21st December 2018
A warming and yummy evening supper, served at your tables by the kitchen elves, then it's time to visit Santa. Read more
Santa’s Farm Yard Cottage
8th December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Santa visits Almond Valley once again, settling into his farmyard cottage set within a chilly midwinter forest. Read more
Santa’s Grotto
17th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Edinburgh New Town
Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa... when he arrives at Santa Land in George Street. Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Carberry Tower
9th December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa's Grotto! So come and visit him in his enchanting Grotto at Carberry Tower this year! Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto! Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Livingston for an exciting festive experience at Father Christmas’ Grotto! Read more
Scotland’s Gardens - Hunter’s Tryst
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Edinburgh South
Scotland’s Gardens 2016 - Hunter's Tryst is a hidden treasure & was featured on "The Beechgrove Garden" June 2015. Read more
Scottish Ballet: Cinderella
8th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
Discover the enchanted, sparkling world of Christopher Hampson’s Cinderella, when Scottish Ballet bring the show to the Festival Theatre. Read more
Silent Light
19th November 2018 - 29th December 2018
Edinburgh New Town
In a world first, Silent Light brings together the spectacular Street of Light from Edinburgh’s Christmas 2015 and 2016 and silent disco headphones to give you the ultimate street party. Read more
Storyworlds: Paper Sculptures by Edinburgh Young Artists
10th November 2018 - 12th May 2019
Storyworlds is a magical group of sculptures showing tiny enchanted storyworlds under glass domes completed by senior students of art. The exhibition is on at The Writers' Museum from 10th November. Read more
The Comedy Show
21st December 2018
Every Friday and Saturday night, Basement Theatre becomes Edinburgh’s comedy hub and with a different line-up and headliner each week this is the comedy injection your weekend is craving! Read more
The Friday Show
21st December 2018
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh! Read more
The Gospel According to Jesus Queen of Heaven
13th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Almost ten years on from her controversial premiere, Jo Clifford and company bring their legendary production of 'The Gospel According to Jesus Queen of Heaven' to the Traverse for the first time. Read more
The Mother
21st December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s wintry tale, The Mother is a breathtakingly spectacular and compelling production, combining narrative dance and drama. Read more
Traditions and Tales of Christmas
20th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Learn about the traditions and tales of a Victorian Christmas at Edinburgh Castle from 20th - 22nd December. Read more
Village Christmas Party Selection Box
29th November 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Enjoy a real mix of Christmas Parties this year at the Village Hotel Edinburgh. You pick your favourite and we’ll mix the tunes! Read more
Visible Girls/Invisible Spaces
10th November 2018 - 21st December 2018
Visible Girls/Invisible Spaces is a special exhibition brought to Summerhall by Historic Environment Scotland as part of the Year of Young People. Read more
Wee Scientist Wanted: English-Polish Child Language Study
3rd October 2018 - 31st December 2018
Edinburgh South
Bilingualism Matters, Wee Science, and the University of Edinburgh are currently looking for young children (aged 24-30 months) from English-Polish families for a fun study. Read more
Wendy and Peter Pan
29th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
Full of fairy-dust, adventure and all your favourite characters this magical story is everything a Christmas treat should be. Read more
Winter Windows
17th November 2018 - 26th December 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Come and see Edinburgh's 2018 Winter Windows, designed by budding young artists from Edinburgh’s schools to the theme of Kindness! Read more
Yottie Bear Treasure Hunt
3rd September 2018 - 31st December 2018
The Royal Yacht be hiding lots of cuddly Britannia Yottie Bears on board the ship for you to spot. Read more
You Choose
30th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
Edinburgh West
You Choose is a brand new interactive musical show for all the family, but in this show – YOU CHOOSE what happens! Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
Digital Learning at East Renfrewshire Libraries
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
If you’re keen to find out how to tackle a tablet, control a computer or find your way around the web, then your local library is the place to be!
Include Me 2 Club - Junior Youth Club
23rd October 2017 - 31st December 2018
Include Me 2 Club run a Junior Youth Club for ages 0 - 12 and their families at Dalmeny Community Centre on Mondays!
Jack and the Beanstalk II: Return of the Farmer
13th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
Created exclusively for East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure, a brand new Christmas story full of music, magic and, of course, beans is coming to Eastwood Park Theatre this festive season!
Men Of Motown Christmas Party Night
21st December 2018
Enjoy a four course meal with a glass of fizz followed by some top class entertainment from the Men of Motown at the Columba Club Barrhead's Christmas Party Night!
Walking Football
21st December 2018
Over 50? Have you still got a love of the beautiful game? Walking Football at Barrhead Foundry or Mearns Primary School is perfect for you!
Events in Fife
‘Journey Home’ - A new exhibition by artist, Janice Headrick
8th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
This exhibition at Greengate Gallery in Culross brings together a stunning collection of local landscapes by Clackmannanshire painter, Janice Headrick.
Beauty And The Beast: Panto
8th December 2018 - 5th January 2019
Beauty And The Beast, one of the world's greatest love stories floats in on a rose petal to The Adam Smith Theatre this winter.
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Dunfermline
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Dunfermline!
Breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Dalgety Bay
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Dalgety Bay!
Celebrating 120 Years - Kirkcaldy Photographic Society
17th November 2018 - 17th March 2019
To mark its 120th anniversary, Kirkcaldy Photographic Society presents “Kirkcaldy Then and Now” featuring photographs of Kirkcaldy landmarks over the last 120 years.
Christmas Crooners
21st December 2018
Stay cosy inside this Christmas, as Christmas Crooners makes a fond return to the Rothes Halls on Friday 21st December!
Exhibit A
3rd November 2018 - 10th February 2019
A Fife Contemporary exhibition curated by Maggie Broadley combining her knowledge of contemporary craft with her love of Tartan Noir crime fiction.
Explorations 2018
6th October 2018 - 23rd February 2019
Dundee & East of Scotland Embroiderers Guild return to St Andrews with an exhibition of textile art. Anyone who enjoys art in all its forms is welcome!
Lest We Forget: Remembrances of World War I
17th October 2018 - 20th January 2019
An exhibition highlighting the stories of some of those commemorated on our local war memorials, how their lives were touched by war and how our communities remember them.
Making Memories
8th October 2018 - 29th December 2018
An exhibition showcasing a selection of inspiring art work, produced by patients attending the Day Hospice at Victoria Hospice, Kirkcaldy.
Paintings by Colin Joyce
15th October 2018 - 29th December 2018
Come along and see an exhibition of paintings by Colin Joyce at Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries from 15th October.
Paper from across the sea - Washi Umi o Koete
8th September 2018 - 6th January 2019
This exhibition is a creative collaboration between Fife Dunfermline Printmakers Workshop and Mino Art Info, Japan, resulting in a colourful and unique fusion of artistic traditions and cultures.
Santa’s Grotto
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring the little ones along to Santa's Grotto at the Mercat Shopping Centre, Kirkcaldy from 18th November, on selected dates, until Christmas Eve!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dalgety Bay
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dalgety Bay for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dunfermline for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Scotland from the Sky
3rd November 2018 - 13th January 2019
Scotland from the Sky brings a selection of the breathtaking aerial photography, featured in the book of the same name, on a tour which takes in Aberdour Castle and Gardens.
Sleeping Beauty
29th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
Set your alarm clocks for this year's Byre Panto as we join Sleeping Beauty and her pals for an adventure full of danger, excitement and lots of laughs!
Sleeping Beauty Pantomime
7th December 2018 - 29th December 2018
Fife’s biggest panto is back as the Alhambra Theatre Trust presents one of the all-time classic pantomimes, Sleeping Beauty!
SPAN - A Tale of Three Bridges
1st September 2018 - 31st December 2018
This hand-on childrens exhibition will tell the stories of the Forth Rail Bridge, the Forth Road Bridge and the new Queensferry Crossing.
WOW! Incredible Inventions and Marvellous Machines
1st December 2018 - 31st December 2018
Just climb on-board our mobile museum to find out more about light, sound and movement as we explore how science has taken us from the magic lantern to the Raspberry Pi!
Events in Glasgow
Aladdin
1st December 2018 - 6th January 2019
Elaine C Smith returns as Widow Twankey in the magical pantomime adventure Aladdin, catch it at the King's Theatre Glasgow in 2018!
‘Sno Show!
1st December 2018 - 30th December 2018
Bring your wee ones aged 3 – 7 for this interactive festive tale at Scottish Youth Theatre and together we can find out why there ‘Sno Snow this December!
Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC
21st December 2018
Glasgow Musuems Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!
Benny Lynch: The Little King of the Gorbals
16th August 2018 - 30th June 2020
The People’s Palace is hosting a community display which gathers together never seen before objects from Benny Lynch’s life and career.
Black Beauty
18th December 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Saddle up, jump on and gallop headlong into a story where loneliness gives way to hope, friends become heroes, and courage saves the day! Catch Black Beauty at Platform Glasgow this December!
Bounce and Rhyme
21st December 2018
Bounce and Rhyme are free and fun sessions for parents, carers and children 3 or under held weekly in several Glasgow Libraries!
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Milngavie
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Milngavie!
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
21st December 2018
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
Britney and the Beast
1st December 2018 - 5th January 2019
Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd are back for the 4th year running at Websters Theatre Glasgow with this years panto, Britney and the Beast!
Brushes with War
21st September 2018 - 6th January 2019
Brushes with War at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is a powerful and emotive insight into the experience of soldiers from World War I through the drawings and paintings they created.
Cinderella
12th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
With laugh out loud comedy, stunning scenery, 3D special effects, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses make sure you don't miss Cinderella at the SEC Armadillo this Christmas!
Citizens Theatre presents A Christmas Carol
4th December 2018 - 6th January 2019
A Christmas Carol will warm even the coldest of hearts and leave all rejoicing in the Christmas spirit this winter when the hit 2014 production returns!
Clare Teal’s Swingin’ Christmas with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
21st December 2018
Get into the seasonal spirit as jazz singer and BBC Radio 2 presenter Clare Teal joins the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra for a festive Friday night of classic Christmas songs!
Clyde Shopping Centre Christmas Grotto
17th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Come along to Clyde Shopping Centre this festive season and pay a visit to Santa in his magical grotto!
Cracking Christmas Party Nights with Garry Spence
21st December 2018
Go Crackers this Christmas at Hampden Park Stadium and join the party night hosted by Capital FM's very own drive time host, Garry Spence!
Curious About Glasgow
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Have fun discovering Glasgow with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Distillery Tour & Whisky Tasting
1st July 2018 - 31st December 2019
Come to The Clydeside Distillery, immerse yourself in Glasgow history and watch the craftsmen distil pure new make spirit by hand, the time-honoured way on the tour followed by a whisky tasting!
Exhibition: La mode et ses codes vestimentaires
15th October 2018 - 21st December 2018
Each year, the Fondation Alliance Française runs an international photography competition within its worldwide network of Alliances Françaises.
Fairway to Heaven Exhibition
10th November 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Alexander Millar, one of the UK's most popular and collectable artists, has opened his own pop up gallery in Glasgow's Princes Square!
Glasgow Arts presents Sleeping Beauty
4th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Glasgow Arts presents their annual production Sleeping Beauty, a traditional Glasgow panto touring to venues across the city this December!
Glasgow Central Station Tours
3rd January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
Glasgow Christmas Markets
9th November 2018 - 31st December 2018
The Glasgow Christmas Markets return to George Square & St Enoch Square again for 2018 offering a wide selection of festive delights!
Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
Hannah Frank 110th Birthday Exhibition
19th November 2018 - 6th February 2019
Between November and February, Glasgow University Chapel will host an exhibition of the drawings and sculpture of the late Glasgow artist Hannah Frank, who died ten years ago at the age of 100.
Harry Benson: From Glasgow to America
19th May 2018 - 30th December 2018
Pollok House brings together photographs from photo-journalist Harry Benson's native Glasgow alongside images created during an illustrious career in America in this exhibition.
Henry Coombes and Marcella McIntosh: Ayes in Your Head
10th November 2018 - 19th January 2019
Ayes in Your Head is an exhibition bringing together drawings and paintings by award-winning film-maker and visual artist, Henry Coombes and collaborator, Marcella McIntosh.
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
21st December 2018
Join a Historic Tour of Glasgow University the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
IRN-BRU Carnival
20th December 2018 - 13th January 2019
Come along to the Scottish Event Campus for plenty of festive family fun with Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!
itison Drive-In Movies
19th December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Scotland's biggest and best Christmas drive-in is BACK as itison Drive-in Movies returns to Loch Lomond Shores for the 6th year in a row!
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
Live Samba Shows
21st December 2018
Experience a taste of Brazil's carnival night life without stepping foot on a plane at Boteco Do Brasil's Live Samba Shows!
Mammy Goose
27th November 2018 - 6th January 2019
Johnny McKnight returns to the stage in this year's rip-rollicking panto, Mammy Goose, at the Tron Theatre!
Mansfield Park Partick Retail Market
21st December 2018
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the weekly City Markets Mansfield Park Partick Retail Market!
Maryhill Burgh Halls Free Tours
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Maryhill Burgh Halls run free tours of their magnificent building on request - learn about the history of the building and the local area!
Meet Father Christmas at Hamleys!
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
This winter, prepare to make magical memories as Father Christmas arrives at Hamleys Glasgow to spread festive joy to all!
Mr Popper’s Penguins
18th December 2018 - 6th January 2019
The delightful musical adaptation of Mr Popper’s Penguins is coming to the SEC Glasgow this festive season, it's the perfect family treat for ages 4 – 104!
Mrs Claus at Pollok House
1st December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Come and visit Mrs Claus at Pollok House which will be decorated from top to toe in all it's seasonal finery!
Mrs Claus’ Christmas Party
21st December 2018
Join Mrs Claus at Pollok House on December 21st for a fun filled party hour before she leaves for Lapland!
OpenJump 7+
1st July 2017 - 31st December 2018
Jump around on over 19,000ft2 of interconnected, world-class trampolines at Ryze Glasgow's OpenJump sessions!
Oran Mor Christmas Panto 2018: The Lying Bitch and The Wardrobe
26th November 2018 - 29th December 2018
The World famous A Play, A Pie and A Pint return to Oran Mor with their brand new Christmas Panto, The Lying Bitch and The Wardrobe!
Panto-Crime! A Festive Murder Mystery Dinner Party
21st December 2018
Whodunnit Events presents 'Panto-Crime!' a murder mystery event at Glasgow Grosvenor... witness the drama unfold before inspecting the clues and questioning the suspects in order to solve the murder!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
21st December 2018
Get ready to dance like you have never danced before at this year’s unmissable Hilton Glasgow Party Nights featuring Clann An Drumma and The George Bowie Experience!
Platform at Argyle St Arches
21st December 2018
Ten of Scotland’s best independent street food traders vendors set up stall every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, within the newly refurbished Argyle Street Arches!
Quarriers Glasgow Group Activities
1st July 2018 - 31st December 2019
Quarriers Glasgow Group Activities provides group activities for adults with learning disabilities in the north west and south areas of Glasgow.
R-Rated Arcade Gaming
21st December 2018
Every Friday and Saturday R-CADE, Glasgow's retro gaming arcade, kicks out the kids and turns up the gore and mayhem!
Raymond Gubbay Presents: Christmas Spectacular
21st December 2018
Start your Christmas celebrations in style at Raymond Gubbay's Christmas Spectacular at the Royal Concert Hall, it’s the ultimate, unmissable Christmas party!
Remember December
30th November 2018 - 31st December 2018
Remember December is a fun-filled festive adventure for 3 - 6 year olds and their adults at the Tron Theatre!
Robin Hood The Christmas Adventure
21st December 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Some of the fabulous cast of Aladdin return to the stage this year to bring 'Robin Hood The Christmas Adventure' to Saltcoats this festive season!
Roller Disco
21st December 2018
Grab the kids, get your skates on and enjoy a family friendly disco at the Rollerstop Roller Rink!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Milngavie for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Six
20th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic to tell their tales! Catch Six The Musical when it comes to Glasgow!
Soldiers: An exhibition by artist Tom McKendrick
6th November 2018 - 12th January 2019
To mark the centenary of the end of WWI, Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery will host 'Soldiers', an exhibition of portraits of men and women who have served their country.
South Glasgow Bookbug Sessions
21st December 2018
Come along and join in the fun at the free and interactive South Glasgow Bookbug Sessions for wee ones!
Tennent’s Brewery Tour
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2018
Find out how Wellpark Brewery make Tennent's so special on one of their daily Brewery Tours!
The Bodyguard
3rd December 2018 - 29th December 2018
The Theatre Royal Glasgow are delighted to announce that the international smash hit musical, The Bodyguard will open its UK tour at Theatre Royal, Glasgow this Christmas!
The Early Show
21st December 2018
The Early Show at Yesbar showcases some of the funniest comedians around every Friday & Saturday night!
The Late Show
21st December 2018
Enjoy late night comedy every Friday and Saturday with your host Viv Gee in Yesbar Comedy Club!
The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella
29th November 2018 - 13th January 2019
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow this festive season featuring an all star cast!
The Magical Santa’s Grotto at Loch Lomond Shores
17th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
For the most magical Christmas experience this year, visit Santa and his elves at Loch Lomond Shores!
The Nutcracker (May Contain Nuts)
21st December 2018
Join Clara on her adventures to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets when The Nutcracker pantomime comes to the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre!
Toddler Time at Kelvingrove
21st December 2018
Come along to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum for their regular Toddler Time sessions on Fridays!
Toddlers Tales
21st December 2018
Toddlers Tales are free and fun sessions for parents, carers and children aged 3-5 held weekly in Glasgow Libraries!
Tours of The Mackintosh House
21st December 2018
Enjoy a 30 minute guided tour of The Mackintosh House, a meticulous re-assemblage of the principal interiors of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife's Glasgow home.
Travis - The Man Who Live
21st December 2018
Travis, one of both Glasgow’s and Britain’s best loved bands will play their classic album ‘The Man Who’ live in full at The SSE Hydro on December 21st!
Village Hotel Glasgow Christmas Selection Box
1st December 2018 - 1st January 2019
Decisions, decisions! They all look so tasty! Village Hotels has so many
tempting festive parties and celebrations for you in 2018, all choc full of the
best food and entertainment!
Winter Wee Retreat - Meditation, mince pies & mulled wine!
21st December 2018
Join The Wee Retreat at Cathcart Baptist Church for a cosy, seasonal evening of mindfulness meditation, mince pies & mulled wine!
Events in Lanarkshire
Aladdie
16th December 2018 - 24th December 2018
Flying into Carrigan's Blantyre this Christmas with an all-star cast is the family friendly panto, Aladdie, starring Gary Bennet in the lead role!
Aladdin
17th November 2018 - 6th January 2019
This year's family pantomime at Motherwell Concert Hall and Theatre is firm favourite, Aladdin, starring Ian ‘Sheepie’ Smith!
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Cumbernauld
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Cumbernauld!
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Sandyholm
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Sandyholm!
Crackers For Art
3rd December 2018 - 5th January 2019
Local artists, crafters and makers of unusual and wonderful gifts will be taking up residency in the Tolbooth Lanark for a month to raise funds for the continued restoration of the historic building!
Elf School Craft Workshop
21st December 2018
Come along and have fun making your own Christmas decoration with the elves at Calderglen Country Park!
Festive Live Music Nights
21st December 2018
Enjoy a festive dinner followed by a night of live music at Rocca Ristorante & Bar every Friday during December!
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regualr health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Jack and the Beanstalk
8th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
This year's magical panto at Rutherglen Town Hall is Jack and the Beanstalk! Come along on a rollercoaster journey of adventure, laughter, thrills and spills this festive season!
M&Ds Santas Magical Wonderland
16th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Santas Magical Wonderland returns to M&Ds Theme Park for 2018 - it's festive fun for all the family!
Mini Flippers
21st December 2018
Kids under 5 can enjoy unlimited jumps along with their grown ups at Flip Out Glasgow's Mini Flipper sessions!
Paper Moon
6th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Paper Moon is a beautiful and memorable adventure show for under 5s specially created for Cumbernauld Theatre by the acclaimed Shaper/Caper!
Rapunzel: A Hair Raising Adventure
30th November 2018 - 29th December 2018
Cumbernauld Theatre's Christmas show will be Rapunzel: A Hair Raising Adventure, with plenty of magic and mayhem it promises to be a fabulous night out for all the family!
Santa Visits Calderglen
21st December 2018
Visit Santa in his cosy grotto within the Courtyard Gallery in Calderglen Country Park this December!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Cumbernauld
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Cumbernauld for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Sandyholm
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Sandyholm for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Reindeer Parade & Grotto
17th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Accompanied by his helpful elves, Father Christmas will swoosh into EK, East Kilbride on his sleigh on Saturday 17th November!
Seniors 5-A-Side Football
21st December 2018
Over 55 and looking to get back into football or take it up? Come along to Eastfield Lifestyle Sports Complex in Rutherglen for weekly fives!
Snow White and the Seven Wee Muppets
20th December 2018 - 28th December 2018
Insideout Theatre Productions return to East Kilbride Village Theatre this Christmas with their hit family panto, Snow White and the Seven Wee Muppets!
Waiting for Gabriel
21st December 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Running Late Theatre Company present Waiting for Gabriel, an original heavenly comedy at East Kilbride Arts Centre!
Wee Winter Tales Exhibition
17th November 2018 - 9th March 2019
Come and visit our winter exhibition and enjoy some stories, short films dressing up and play area all suitable for younger children!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Active Communities’ Buggy Buddies
21st December 2018
Getting back into exercise after having a baby can be an uphill struggle, Active Communities' Buggy Buddies classes can help!
Bishopton Art Group Exhibition
27th November 2018 - 4th January 2019
Bishopton Art Group are holding their latest exhibition at The Bridge, Bridge of Weir between 27th November and 4th January!
Breakfast or Tea with Santa at Dobbies Braehead
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Braehead!
Christmas at The Glynhill
24th November 2018 - 2nd January 2019
Christmas starts early at The Glynhill Hotel with their Men of Motown Party Night on the 24th November and continuing through to the 2nd January with their New Year celebrations.
Christmas Festive Party Nights
21st December 2018
Grab your friends and family, put on those dancing shoes and boogie on down to the Normandy Hotel for one of their fantastic Festive Party Nights!
Christmas Party Nights in Bar Varia
21st December 2018
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Bar Varia’s Christmas Party nights with a delicious 3 course meal overlooking the snow with drinks and entry to the Ice Bar.
Christmas Tree Tagging
17th November 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Bring the family along to Finlaystone Country Estate to choose and 'tag' your very own Christmas tree.
Comicrazy Cafe Events
1st December 2017 - 31st December 2018
Paisley's specialist comic book and trading card shop, Comicrazy, have events on everyday for all hobbies including Pokémon, Yugioh and Magic The Gathering!
Dine With Santa
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Enjoy a truly magical festive experience for all the family when Santa returns to Snow Factor Braehead from Saturday 24th November!
Festive Disco Party Night
21st December 2018
Why not start your Christmas Celebrations at one of the Erskine Bridge Hotel's Festive Party Nights?
Jack and the Beanstalk
28th November 2018 - 31st December 2018
PACE Theatre Company return to Paisley Arts Centre this Christmas with the exciting tale of Jack and the Beanstalk!
Paisley First Nutcracker Trail
17th November 2018 - 30th December 2018
As part of the annual Paisley WinterFest events, Paisley First is once again holding a free interactive festive Nutcracker Trail throughout the town this festive season!
Paisley First WinterFest
24th November 2018 - 30th December 2018
Paisley First's five week Christmas spectacular, WinterFest is returning to the streets of Paisley town centre this festive season!
Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
21st December 2018
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
Santa and the Snow
17th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Santa And The Snow will take your child on a journey through Elf School, Santa’s Workshop, Meeting Santa himself and a custom built Snow Play Area!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead
24th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Braehead for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Thig a Chluich!
21st December 2018
Bring your wee ones along to Glenburn Resource Centre for FREE Gaelic fun, games and Bookbug at Thig a Chluich!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
A Christmas Carol
21st December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Join critically acclaimed theatre company Chapterhouse as Scrooge’s frozen heart begins to melt and he finally embraces the festive spirit in this most Christmassy of Christmas tales.
A Ladder to the Stars
27th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Visible Fictions & Aberdeen Performing Arts present A Ladder to the Stars at Macrobert Arts Centre this Christmas.
Alhambra Theatre Christmas Party Night
21st December 2018
Enjoy a Christmas party night of fun and frolics with MISS MEATLOAF and her own unique tribute to the great Meatloaf, then dance the night away as Marilyn performs hit songs through the decades.
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Stirling
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Stirling!
Brick Wonders
29th September 2018 - 23rd January 2019
Historic Environment Scotland presents Brick Wonders at Stirling Castle featuring recreations in LEGO® bricks of amazing sights from around the world, curated by artist Warren Elsmore!
Christmas Lunch at Stirling Castle
15th December 2018 - 23rd December 2018
Dine in the intimate Green Room of Stirling Castle and add a little festive magic to your Christmas lunch.
Cinderella
6th December 2018 - 24th December 2018
It's Panto Time as Falkirk Community Trust and Imagine Theatre present Cinderella, a festive family treat, including special effects, song and dance numbers and a hilarious script!
Electric Dreams 80’s Loud and Live!
21st December 2018
Come and dance the night away as Electric 80's bring their live show to The Dobbie Hall on Friday 21 December!
Exhibition: The Scots Who Built the White House
22nd October 2018 - 12th April 2019
In 1794, seven Scottish stonemasons left Edinburgh New Town for Washington DC to help build the official residence of the President of the United States. Explore their story in our new exhibition.
Handmade Exhibition
17th November 2018 - 6th January 2019
Explore our annual Christmas sale of arts and crafts made in Scotland at Macrobert Arts Centre, back for a forth year, and maybe pick up a Christmas gift or two!
Santa at The Falkirk Wheel
21st December 2018
Join Scottish Canals on a special journey as we take a magical boat trip to Santa’s grotto at The Falkirk Wheel this December!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
18th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Stirling for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Woodland Experience
30th November 2018 - 24th December 2018
Santa's Woodland Experience returns to our woodland at North Ballochruin from 30th November until Christmas Eve 2018.
Scotland’s Gardens - Rowberrow
1st February 2018 - 31st December 2018
Scotland’s Gardens - Rowberrow is a colourful garden with unusual specimens overlooking Dollar Glen.
Sleepin’ Cutie
23rd November 2018 - 31st December 2018
Sleepin’ Cutie - Let’s boo, hiss, laugh and sing at this panto extravaganza at Macrobert Arts Centre!
Stirling GhostWalk
21st December 2018
Join the Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul - the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin - on a creepy, comic guided tour!
Stirling Reindeer Trail
18th November 2018 - 5th January 2019
Keep an eye out for 20 cleverly decorated reindeers appearing in Stirling shops over the Christmas period - find them all to win fantastic prizes!
The Crafters Roadshow - Christmas Market at the Thistles
1st November 2018 - 31st December 2018
Join The Makers at The Thistles Stirling first ever Christmas Market on from 1st November to 30th December and shop from the best in Scottish Crafts!
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