Events in Edinburgh on 19 November 2023
View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 19 November 2023 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
100 Species Exhibition
The Firth of Forth is teeming with life and the '100 Species Exhibition' celebrates it's vast biodiversity.
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A Walk into Town: Exhibition of photographs by James Carter
The Art & Craft Collective is delighted to present an exhibition of photographs by Collectivist James Carter, showing from Sunday 12th November.
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An Audience with Dolly Alderton
Spend a heart-warming evening in the company of award-winning author, screenwriter and journalist Dolly Alderton to celebrate the release of her much-anticipated new novel Good Material.
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Ant Thomaz
Ant Thomaz will be headlining his first gig at the 02 Academy Edinburgh on 18th November as part of Edinburgh Art Fair.
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Art Tour - Connecting with Edinburgh’s spirit via art and coffee
Come along for an inspiring 2.5 hour art tour around the city of Edinburgh with artist Alena Rogozhkina, stopping in between locations at one of the best Edinburgh artisan coffee places!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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asweetsea – Liza Sylvestre
Liza Sylvestre's first solo exhibition in Scotland, asweetsea, explores what it means to communicate. Catch it at Collective Edinburgh from 21st October!
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Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2023 festival will be held between between the 13th and 19th November!
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Boozy Brushes Street Art Paint Party
Boozy Brushes run unique and experimental events for people of all artistic abilities and we have a variety of themed events that can suit everyone in the family.
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Cab-arette Showtour
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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Cards for Good Causes
The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, once again returns to St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street.
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Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
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Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens
The Christmas Market returns to East Princes St Gardens showcasing the best in artisanal festive products and goods from local makers.
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Christmas Pop-up Shop
The Art & Craft Collective is delighted to introduce our first Christmas Pop-up shop, providing a wider selection of handmade Christmas goods!
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Comedy at Dragonfly
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," a weekly comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter every Thursday & Sunday at Dragonfly!
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Daring Women of Edinburgh - Walking Tour
With all the statues of men in Edinburgh, you may be wondering who are the amazing women who made this city. Come see on our daring walking tour!
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Daring Women of Edinburgh Night Tour
Following on the success of the Daring Women of Edinburgh daytime tour, this walking tour at night gives you a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history.
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Deep Rooted
'Deep Rooted' is a group exhibition featuring work by eight contemporary artists exploring the relationship between people and the natural environment using a variety of media and approaches.
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Dinosaurs!
Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!
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Drama Classes for Children and Young People in Central Edinburgh
Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence and make new friends in a fun and creative way? The Blossom Theatre Project drama classes are the perfect way to do this.
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Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen
Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!
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EBA Social Badminton
Looking to play badminton? Join us for our weekly social badminton sessions, perfect for adult beginner and intermediate players.
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Edinburgh Art Fair
The annual Edinburgh Art Fair, the foremost event of its kind in the UK outside London, returns to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this November!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market
Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!
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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl
Calling all curd nerds and turophiles – yep there’s a word for your love of cheese – Edinburgh’s finest cheeses are being wrapped up into one 2 hour walking tour!
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Edinburgh Diwali
The South Asian festival of Diwali, which is celebrated by different cultures and religions all over the world, returns to Edinburgh with a multi-cultural feast of light, music, dance and food!
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Edinburgh Writers’ Retreat
Edinburgh Writers’ Retreat is a little haven for any writer in desperate need of time and space and support to write. Join us at Tribe Porty!
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Elf Toddle Walk for charity, CHAS
Following the success of our first ‘Elf Toddle Walk’ fundraising event last year for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland, (CHAS), we’re excited to be hosting it again on Sunday 19th November!
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Exhibition : Charlotte Roseberry - WYRMS
'WYRMS' is a solo exhibition by abstract painter Charlotte Roseberry and it's showing in Detail Framing & Gallery from 28th October!
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Exhibition ‘Elegy for Autumn’
'Elegy for Autumn' at Birch Tree Gallery, brings together two artists - Glynnis Carter with mixed media paintings on canvas and Hanna Salomonsson with new ceramic vessels.
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Exhibition: Picture Hooks Emerging Illustrators
Rediscover the magic of picture book illustration at the Picture Hooks exhibition in the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 4th November!
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Festival Wreath Making - Christmas Workshop
Enjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.
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Finding Your Way - 1:1 creative experience
This 1:1 creative experience would suit individuals who believe in the powerful link between art, science, and spirituality and who are open to experiments on their self-awareness journey.
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
Don't miss the spectacular Christmas Illuminations, back for another year at the Five Sisters Zoo!
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Friday Friends
Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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Go Quest Adventures - Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Quest is a fun, engaging way to explore the Old Town/Royal Mile area of Edinburgh from a whole different perspective. Think walking tour, meets treasure hunt with an escape room twist!
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Groove Back Dance Class
Dive into Afro-Fusion, Soca, Jazz, Street dances, different Latin styles, Musical dances and many more with Pirita Tuisku at Blazin' Studios in St. Margaret's House!
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Historical Walking Tour Edinburgh
Historical Walking Tour Edinburgh offers the opportunity to explore the medieval soul of Edinburgh and immerse yourself in its atmospheric and historic charm.
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.
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Islander Handbag Workshop
Come along and create your very own Islander Harris Tweed® Handbag, choose your favourite colours and get creative as you construct all the different components!
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Jewellery Class - Make a sterling silver bangle
Learn how to make a medium weight sterling silver bangle in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
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Jewellery Class - Make a Sterling Silver Spinner Ring
Spinner rings, also known as worry rings are great for the fidgets amongst us. Join Ali Bali Jewellery to make a sterling silver spinner ring with two spinners in this workshop!
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Joan Doerr :: Into the Light
&Gallery is delighted to welcome back Joan Doerr this November with 'Into the Light, her second solo exhibition with the gallery!
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John – Thomas Abercromby
Part of Collective’s Satellites Programme, Thomas Abercromby’s ‘John’ is a moving image work that explores the intricate ties between family, grief and the multifaceted layers of social class.
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Karaoke Club: Sisters Sunday Sesh
Join us every Sunday from 9pm at The Three Sisters Edinburgh for our Karaoke Club and break out your inner Diva on our LIVE stage!
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Legends in the Game
Don't miss this contemporary art exhibition, by local chums William Sherval and James Alexander McKenzie, at Whitespace Gallery from 12 – 6pm, on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th November!
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Legends of American Country
Europe's No.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Reconnect Regal Theatre on 19th November for a fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Moody Monday Textile Printing Workshops
1:1 sessions are now available with all of our existing courses on short taster or longer masterclass courses at a time that suits you or your group.
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National Museum of Flight Conservation Hangar Tours
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the National Museum of Flight's Conservation Hangar with these free guided tours.
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Northern Lights: Postcards from Norway
Northern Lights: Postcards from Norway is an online exhibition by Edinburgh artist Jill Ashforth!
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Nzira Yeparuware: A path upon a rock
Nzira Yeparuware is an artwork exhibition at Edinburgh Castle which has been created by artist Tanatsei Gambura and focusses on discussions linked to Empire and Scotland’s built environment.
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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale
Come along to Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale, open every Sunday on Levels E & F Red Car Park... all welcome!
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Printmaking Classes in Portobello, Edinburgh
Check out these Lino Printing Classes run by Little Axe on Fridays at Bellfield Community Centre, Portobello from September through to December!
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Raeburn’s Edinburgh
This exhibition at The Georgian House marks the 200th Anniversary of the Scottish painter Henry Raeburn’s death by mapping his life and times in Edinburgh through the people he painted.
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Reggaeton Dance Class
Join Pirita Tuisku for these Reggaeton Dance Classes taking place in Blazin' Studios in St. Margaret's House from 12th November!
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Rising Tide: Art and Environment in Oceania
Delve into the most important and pressing issue of our time, humanity’s damaging relationship with planet Earth.
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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RSCDS Scottish Dance Classes for Children (P1 and above) - Saturday mornings
Help your child discover the dances and enjoy the music which Scots have been enjoying for generations with the first 2 classes free!
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RSCDS Scottish dance classes for Young Dancers (P5 and above) -Saturday mornings
The RSCDS has a new class starting on Saturday 2nd September. Aimed at P5 and above we hope this class will allow young dancers to continue dancing as they head towards High School.
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SCO 23-24: Dvořák Serenade
The SCO’s world-renowned wind soloists join forces with some of the most exceptional young players from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in music to charm, thrill and amuse.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Scots Fiddle Festival
Join us at the Scots Fiddle Festival for a fantastic weekend featuring some of the finest traditional musicians from Scotland - and beyond!
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Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year Exhibition
The Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year Exhibition features almost 200 images from 100 photographers and is on display at Bonnie & Wild throughout 2023.
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Scottish Women Artists: 250 Years of Challenging Perception
The world renowned Dovecot Studios is celebrating the works of Scottish women artists across 250 years in a major new exhibition.
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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.
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Starlight Walk Edinburgh
Join Sands, the stillbirth & neonatal death charity on 19th November for the Starlight Walk Edinburgh!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!
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The Ghost Bus Tour Edinburgh
The Ghost Bus Tour Edinburgh offers a thrilling and chilling experience of Edinburgh's dark history and hauntings.
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The Scottish Landscape Awards
The City Art Centre is thrilled to host the inaugural exhibition of Scotland’s newest open call in contemporary art - The Scottish Landscape Awards.
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Time Traveller: Charles Lyell at Work
This exhibition in Edinburgh University's Main Library provides a unique insight into geologist and science writer Charles Lyell's developing ideas about the uniformity of nature.
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Wedding Open Day
Join us at Edinburgh City Chambers for our Wedding Open Day on Sunday 19th November. Have a look around our decorative rooms and meet some of our recommended suppliers!
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Wild Women of Edinburgh - Yes We Can Garden!
This is a different kind of garden walking tour - an inspiring look at Edinburgh's history of women in gardening.
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Windrush Legacy Creative Reflections
Scottish Caribbean writers Jeda Pearl and Courtney Stoddart are co-curating an exhibition of poetry, prose and artworks by people of Caribbean descent.
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Wondrous Woods
Scotland's sensational illuminated trail Wondrous Woods is back this year in the spectacular new setting of Gosford House in East Lothian!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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Gill Chesnutt Glass Christmas Open Studio
Join Gill Chesnutt for her annual open studio event in Clarkston and browse her beautiful collection of fused glass gifts & Christmas decorations!
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Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun
Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Together Levenmouth Crazy Golf
Together Levenmouth Crazy Golf has 18 uniquely designed golf holes perfect for family days out, kids parties or work nights out, also 9 hole packages available.
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Bodyworks
An innovative exhibition led by a group of artists and writers from Fife, Central region and Edinburgh is exploring the feelings which women have about the marks on their bodies.
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Scottish Country Dancing classes for young people age 5+
Join the RSCDS young people's classes at Parkgate Community Centre, Rosyth and learn about traditional Scottish Dancing!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
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Ladies Day - Gin Tasting, Afternoon Tea & Live Jazz
Before the festive season truly begins and schedules fill on up, why not spend a day with the special women in your life at House For An Art Lover's Ladies Day on Sunday 19th November!
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Noir Night Market
Don't miss the Noir Night Market at The Briggait on Sunday 19th November... an evening event featuring stalls from over 70 Gothic & Alternative small businesses!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
MacKinnon Mills Indoor Christmas Carnival
Santa arrives at MacKinnon Mills on Saturday 4th November opening his fabulous Grotto and Indoor Carnival which will run every weekend until Christmas!
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Newmains Christmas Light Switch On & Christmas Fayre
Newmains District Gala Day Committee will hold their annual Christmas Lights Switch On and Christmas Fayre on Sunday 19th November!
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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Reiki Healing Workshops
Learn how to use Reiki to help treat yourself, friends and family on one of these Reiki Healing Workshops with Adele Logan.
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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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Chrissy: Comedy by Misadventure
Come and join Glaswegian comedian Chrissy at Rocknrolla's for a night of uproarious laughter and fun as he weaves hilarious tales of mischief and mayhem!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stirling Folk Club Events 2023
Check out all the upcoming events at Stirling Folk Club this year!
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Energy Efficiency Open Weekend
Learn to make your home more energy efficient this weekend at The Engine Shed when it opens its doors this weekend for a free, family-friendly event run by Historic Environment Scotland (HES).
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Forest School – Trail by Fire
Come and learn how to make fire. Venture on a woodland trail, following the clues to find the answers, then build and light a fire to keep warm.
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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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Crosshouse Children’s Fund Christmas Fair
Kickstart the festive season and experience a magical, family friendly day out at the Crosshouse Children's Fund Christmas Fair!
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