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Events in Edinburgh on 22 October 2024

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Events in Edinburgh

An Irish Impressionist | Lavery on Location

27th July 2024 - 27th October 2024

Indulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!

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Art Classes for Adults and Kids

13th May 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st May 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025

Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

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

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Craigies Pumpkin Festival

1st October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Building on the success of last year’s Spooky Days and the hugely popular PYO Pumpkins, Craigies Pumpkin Festival will offer delight and frights to families during the day.

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Craigies Pumpkin Festival ‘After Dark’

12th October 2024 - 26th October 2024

Join us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

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

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour

18th July 2024 - 27th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Come to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!

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Dick and Angel: Forever Home (avec le nitty gritty)

22nd October 2024

Spend an entertaining evening with the stars of Channel 4 hit Escape to the Chateau, Dick and Angel Strawbridge, and experience the Chateau like never before!

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ECHC Game Changers 2024

1st October 2024 - 31st October 2024
Online Event Edinburgh

Welcome to the world of Game Changers! It's a mighty way to raise money for Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity from the comfort of your gaming chair or sofa!

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

19th January 2024 - 20th December 2024

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 Ceilidh Club at Summerhall

Selected dates between 10th September 2024 - 17th December 2024

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!

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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.

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Edinburgh Food Tour

11th May 2024 - 29th November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Eat and drink your way through Scotland’s history and culture on a carefully curated wander through the cobbled streets and historic alleys of Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

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

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Enough of Him - CANCELLED

22nd October 2024 - 26th October 2024

Based on a true story, Enough of Him explores the life of Joseph Knight, an African man enslaved by plantation owner Sir John Wedderburn and brought to Scotland to serve in his Perthshire mansion.

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.

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Everlyn Nicodemus

19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025

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

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Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience

9th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Be part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter at The Scotsman Hotel!

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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

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

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Free Activities: Eerie Encounters

4th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Enter a world of eerie encounters and misunderstood marvels with our Science Communication team at Dynamic Earth in our free drop-in activities that everyone can sink their teeth into.

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Free Watch Valuations

Selected dates between 22nd October 2024 - 3rd December 2024

Looking to find out the value of your watch? Then make an appointment to meet Lyon & Turnbull's Head of Watches, Charles Tearle, for a no-obligation valuation!

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Game On

29th June 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Get set for Game On - the largest interactive exhibition of the history and the culture of video games.

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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room

30th September 2024 - 3rd November 2024

With the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.

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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park

12th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Highlands to Islands

26th September 2024 - 10th November 2024

This art exhibition presents the work of three accomplished wildlife artists: Chris Rose, John Threlfall and Tim Wootton, who draw their inspiration from the North East of Scotland and Orkney.

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

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

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Kaarija

22nd October 2024

Boundary breaking artist Käärijä head out on his ‘Euro Tour 2024’ with a date at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 22nd October!

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Karine Léger :: Found Shapes

5th October 2024 - 30th October 2024

This exhibition, at &Gallery in October, delves into artist Karine Léger's process of creation, where sketches emerge from the "found shapes" of nature.

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Edinburgh

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Edinburgh for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Livingston

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Livingston for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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Live music at Bar 13

30th November 2023 - 30th November 2024

Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!

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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in

1st July 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Every week at various Libraries, trained Macmillan Volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2025

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

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Murder on the Orient Express

22nd October 2024 - 26th October 2024

Agatha Christie's classic Murder on the Orient Express gets a thrilling new stage adaptation. Can Poirot solve the mystery before the final stop? Find out when the show comes to Edinburgh in October!

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Nathan Evans & The Saint PHNX Band

22nd October 2024

Scottish singer-songwriter Nathan Evans headlines La Belle Angele, with the backing of the Saint PHNX band on Tuesday 22nd October!

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October Holidays On Board

1st October 2024 - 31st October 2024

There’s fun for all the family aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this October where kids can listen to their own special children’s audio tour as they explore all five decks.

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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition

27th June 2024 - 24th October 2024

This exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.

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pass shadow, whisper shade

18th October 2024 - 22nd December 2024

As a highlight of its 40th anniversary year, Collective Edinburgh is delighted to announce pass shadow, whisper shade - a group show by artists in the 2024 Satellites Programme.

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Pedal 4 Poverty

1st August 2024 - 31st October 2024
Nationwide

Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!

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Personal PhotoShoot Experience

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

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

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh 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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Planetarium Late: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon

18th October 2024 - 25th October 2024

Inspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.

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Planetarium Lates: What’s Up? The Fright Sky!

18th October 2024 - 25th October 2024

This October we are drawing back the curtain on some of space’s dark secrets in “What’s Up? The Fright Sky!”

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Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion

7th June 2024 - 24th November 2024

A collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.

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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival

10th October 2024 - 27th October 2024
Nationwide

The 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.

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Tania Kovats: SEAMARKS

27th July 2024 - 2nd November 2024

Tania Kovats’ ongoing series SEAMARKS, multiple seascapes captured in brushstrokes, drawings and ceramic, is being expanded with the creation of a new tapestry by Dovecot Studios.

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Terror Walking Tour

12th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?

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The Book of Mormon

15th October 2024 - 2nd November 2024

The Book of Mormon, Broadway’s smash-hit musical written by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 15th October to Saturday 2nd November!

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

5th September 2024 - 27th July 2025

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

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The Mini Guns

Selected dates between 8th October 2024 - 22nd October 2024

Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take the stage at Brewhemia Edinburgh in October!

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The Outlander 1 Day Experience

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!

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The Truth About Ageing

22nd October 2024

The Truth About Ageing is a play exploring how we can reframe ageing and older age from being seen as a problem to be dealt with to an opportunity to thrive.

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Theravāda Buddhism

16th September 2024 - 12th January 2025

This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.

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Trick or Treat Trail

2nd October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Join Blaize the Bat on an adventure through Dynamic Earth's exhibition to explore a world of wonders where creatures past and present slither, swim, flap and sting their way through life.

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

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

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

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Sponsored Links

Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Open Pass Scotland
Fayre Play
St Mary's Music School
Renfrewshire Council
Hilton Glasgow
Hilton Glasgow

Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Chat & Plant Gardening Group

Chat & Plant Gardening Group

Selected dates between 27th August 2024 - 29th October 2024

Have you ever wanted to grow your own vegetables and herbs but don't know where to start? Join Chat & Plant - a gardening group where you'll learn all about how, when, and what to grow!

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The Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival

The Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival

12th October 2024 - 26th October 2024

All About Barrhead have announced that their Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival is making a return for 2024 and they're inviting all residents and businesses within the town to take part!

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The Community Hub Clarkston: MART Money Advice Rights Team

The Community Hub Clarkston: MART Money Advice Rights Team

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 29th October 2024

The Money Advice and Rights Team offer free expert and confidential advice about debt benefits and appeals, drop in to their weekly sessions on Tuesdays at The Community Hub Clarkston.

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Events in Fife

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

Fife Climate Festival

Fife Climate Festival

21st September 2024 - 25th October 2024

The Fife Climate Festival is a celebration of community climate action, filled with inspiring and interesting events and activities throughout Fife.

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Small Business Market

Small Business Market

29th March 2024 - 24th December 2024

Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!

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Veterans Supper Club

Veterans Supper Club

12th December 2023 - 10th December 2024

The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland are hosting suppers for Veterans, Serving Personnel and Reserves every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

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Events in Glasgow

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

Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night

Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night

22nd October 2024

Join Jon Ronson at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!

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Altered Images

Altered Images

22nd October 2024

Much-loved Scottish new-wave band Altered Images, fronted by singer Clare Grogan, will perform the classic album Bite Back at St Luke's Glasgow on Tuesday 22nd October!

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Events in Lanarkshire

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

Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Sandyholm

Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Sandyholm

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Sandyholm for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 19th November 2024

Every Tuesday between September 3rd and November 19th, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Airdrie Leisure Centre.

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Outbreak Presents… Freak Show - Look Into My Eyes

Outbreak Presents… Freak Show - Look Into My Eyes

4th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

Outbreak, M&D's outdoor scare attraction, is back for 2024 with a brand new experience... Freak Show - Look Into My Eyes!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 4th January 2024 - 21st December 2024

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

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Big Art Show

Big Art Show

30th August 2024 - 16th November 2024

Large-scale public exhibition, The Big Art Show returns to The Art Department in Paisley between Friday 30th August and Saturday 16th November!

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Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Selected dates between 1st October 2024 - 25th October 2024

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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Events in Stirling

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

Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Stirling

Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Stirling

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Stirling for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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Andrew Crummy’s Community-Created Cancer Tapestry

Andrew Crummy’s Community-Created Cancer Tapestry

21st October 2024 - 24th October 2024

Come along to Dunblane Cathedral for this exhibition of Andrew Crummy’s Community-Created Cancer Tapestry showing from 21st to 24th October!

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Stirling Jailhouse Horrors

Stirling Jailhouse Horrors

12th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

This autumn let our Prison Surgeon, Dr Forrest, thrill you with the Horrible History of Stirling’s terrible Tolbooth – the worst Jail in Britain!

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Events in Other Areas

BLIGHT - Halloween Scare Trail

BLIGHT - Halloween Scare Trail

10th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Kelburn's 'Haunted Forest' returns with an appetite for fear. By Popular demand, the immersive scare experience is now running even more days throughout October 2024!

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Halloween Trail

Halloween Trail

12th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

Have you got what it takes to conquer the Halloween trail at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum?

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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

28th December 2023 - 31st October 2024

Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!

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Sponsored Links

Kevin Quantum
Wonder & Co
Makers Market The Lothians
Chilcren's Classic Concerts
Escape The Past
Kids Pass
Parkdean

Sponsored Links

Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Open Pass Scotland
Fayre Play
St Mary's Music School
Renfrewshire Council
Hilton Glasgow
Hilton Glasgow
Kevin Quantum
Wonder & Co
Makers Market The Lothians
Chilcren's Classic Concerts
Escape The Past
Kids Pass
Parkdean

Popular Events

Bad Name - A Tribute to Bon Jovi
Bad Name return to The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 8th November for another home town gig!
Communi-tree In Smaland
Bring your imagination to life and help IKEA Edinburgh create a whimsical display that celebrates nature and community this October Half Term!
The World We Share
Award-winning Palestinian dance artist Farah Saleh and collaborators present the world-premiere of multigenerational performance, The World We Share.
ZURU XSHOT Tour
Smyths Toys Edinburgh is hosting the official XSHOT TOUR this October giving families and friends the chance to test out the product range and make memories with XSHOT!
Haunted Gingerbread Houses!
Come along to IKEA Edinburgh on 14th or 16th October and create your own tasty Halloween Haunted House! ​​

Popular Listings

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