Events in Edinburgh on 31 January 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
1 World Comedy Film Festival | 2026
Welcome to the 1World Comedy Short Film Festival. Home to the funniest films from the funniest filmmakers from around the world! Coming to the Banshee Labyrinth on 31st January.
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1 World Film Festival 2026
Welcome to the 1 World Film Festival which celebrates and showcases the most original, entertaining, exciting and finely structured films! Coming to the Banshee Labyrinth on 31st January.
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Alastair Savage and Chris Gibb, Fiddle and Border Pipes
Enjoy an afternoon of Scottish melodies at Edinburgh's St Giles Cathedral by two leading exponents, Alastair Savage and Chris Gibb!
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Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer
Take to the skies and discover the world from above the clouds through the remarkable work of Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait.
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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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ARTIST ROOMS
Discover three of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art at Modern One this summer with a series of free ARTIST ROOMS displays in Edinburgh.
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Band Laya Flow
After electrifying live jamming sessions across England, the UK's first Telugu Live Music Band, Band Laya Flow, bring their show to India Kitchen on Saturday 31st January!
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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh
Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange!
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Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works
Discover the music of Hans Zimmer under the gentle glow of candlelight when Fever bring Hans Zimmer's Best Works to St Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh!
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Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Discover the music of Fleetwood Mac, under the gentle glow of candlelight, at this live, multi-sensory musical experience in St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh!
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CATALYST: Art as Activism - A Heart in Exile
A Heart in Exile brings together three bodies of work that trace the inner landscape of migration; its fractures, its expansions, and its quiet, unresolvable tensions.
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CATALYST: Art as Activism - All Day, Waiting For Another Sun to Rise
Within this show at Summerhall, Molly Wickett reimagines a post-apocalyptic landscape through a queer and disabled lens.
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CATALYST: Art as Activism - Any Body Home
Any Body Home features works developed during the Hugo Burge Foundation x Summerhall residency Art as Activism (2024), along with other pieces exploring related themes.
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CATALYST: Art as Activism - Net Worthy
Net Worthy explores how capitalism drives biodiversity loss through its emphasis on extraction via industrial agriculture and aquaculture to produce perpetual profit.
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Chiaroscuro - Light and Dark
In this 2 day workshop we will focus on recognising the tonal values inherent in colour, culminating in creating a still life painting in oils that emphasises and exploits the drama of chiaroscuro.
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Coburg Kiln II
Featuring both emerging and established makers, the Coburg Kiln II exhibition foregrounds practices that test endurance, precision, and intuition at the limits of form and process.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Cowgate Block Party
Cowgate Block Party is a brand new all-day music festival coming to the heart of Edinburgh on Saturday 31st January!
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Creative Needle Felting
Learn how to mend moth holes with creative needle felting in this workshop held by The Edinburgh Stitchers at Dovecot Studio!
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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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Dear Library
To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.
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Definitely Dolly
Definitely Dolly is the best Dolly Parton tribute this side of Tennessee. Catch the show at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 31st January!
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Dovecot Book Day
Kick off the New Year by 'treating your shelf' at Dovecot Studios; buy any art or craft book on Saturday 31st January and snag a free ticket to our exciting Biba fashion exhibition!
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Drawing the Italian Renaissance
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, brings together a wide range of drawings from this revolutionary artistic period, including 45 drawings never exhibited in Scotland before.
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Drawing the Italian Renaissance: BSL Tour
Join our British Sign Language tour of the Drawing the Italian Renaissance exhibition at The King's Gallery, Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in the city... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!
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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour
Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!
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Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).
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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns
Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!
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Enlightenment: An Immersive Light Show
Watch the iconic McEwans Hall in Edinburgh come alive with Enlightenment, a spectacular sound and light show, set to the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons!
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Fabulous Old Town Tour
This free walking tour is fun and funny, performed by local independent tour guides, it will really help you to know the city and understand something about what life is all about!
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Fawlty Towers - The Play
Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger, don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse in 2026!
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Forest Bathing Taster Sessions
Enjoy a mindful connection with nature by joining Wild Rose Forest Therapy at St Mark's Park in Leith for a Forest Bathing taster Session!
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)
Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.
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Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in
Interested in volunteering? Them come along to Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in day on Thursday 20th November - we’d love to welcome you to the team!
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Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction
From heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.
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Improv Workshop Intensives: Viewpoints, Music, Duoprov
Unlock tools for physical storytelling, musicality, and duo-based improv that deepen trust, emotion, and creative freedom in this immersive weekend intensive at Summerhall.
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Interior Design Masterclass part 2
In this hands-on workshop with interior designer Aleksandra J. Hannah of Skela Studio, you’ll explore how to create functional layouts, plan lighting effectively, and present your ideas beautifully.
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Jubilate Children’s Choir
Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.
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KAZrobertson jewellery spotlight
KAZrobertson will take over the Coburg House SPOTlight, showing off her collection of colour popping palettes combined with a signature inlay of mismatching spotty and stripy designs.
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Kids Yoga Class + Neurographic Art Meditation
These weekly classes, at Leith Community Centre, combine Children’s Yoga & Neurographic Art - a gentle, meditative drawing practice - to support Emotional Balance & Psychosomatic Wellbeing.
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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Livingston Players Presents The Full Monty
The Livingston Players Presents The Full Monty at Reconnect Howden Park on Thursday 29th January!
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Méabh Breathnach
In Bodies of Work (in progress), Méabh Breathnach uses ceramics, metal and the body as materials, tools, and sources of inspiration in the creation of both sculptural and functional objects.
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Michael Fullerton
A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!
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Moonspinners
Join the Scottish Storytelling Centre on Saturday 31st January for their quarterly series of full-moon celebrations, this time celebrating Imbolc and the full Snow Moon!
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Musselburgh Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair
Northern Toy Fair returns to Musselburgh Sports Centre in 2026 with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair featuring a fantastic selection of vintage, retro & new toys, models & collectables!
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National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step
Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play The Fifth Step.
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Newbattle Abbey College Wedding Fair
Come join us at the stunning Newbattle Abbey on 31st January for a day filled with wedding inspiration and ideas!
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Out of Chaos: Post-War Scottish Art 1945-2000
Scheduled to complement John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture, this survey exhibition examines the wider context of post-war Scottish art.
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Out of the Blue Flea Market
Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall and find just what you never knew you needed as you browse 45+ stalls packed with pre-loved items!
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Paper Trails
Paper Trails presents a focused selection of works on paper by &Gallery’s represented artists this January.
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People’s Assembly - South Central Edinburgh
Shape the future of your community at this lively People's Assembly in St Oswald's Centre on Saturday 31st January.
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Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry
Dovecot is delighted to welcome a wonderful variety of artists to show their work in The British Tapestry Group’s celebration of its 20th anniversary.
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Royal Mile International Piano Series
Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!
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Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
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Sea Glass Brooch Workshop
Transform a piece of ocean-tumbled sea glass into a stunning silver brooch with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 31st January!
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Small Paintings
Small Paintings, now in its 12th year, features over 500 small, original paintings from some of Scotland's most notable contemporary artists. Catch it at Morningside Gallery from 17th January!
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Snowdrop and Spring Interest Walks
Experience the scents, sights, and emerging delights of early spring on a guided Snowdrop and Spring Interest Walk through the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh!
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Society of Scottish Artists Annual Exhibition
Film, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, paintings and prints by contemporary and emerging artists from across Scotland and overseas feature in this extensive and thought provoking exhibition.
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Stuart Mitchell: Tips Not Included
With over 100M views online see Stuart Mitchell, the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland's 'Breaking The News', live at The Royal Lyceum in his first national tour!
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TBC Improv UK: Intro to Improv Course (101)
TBC Improv's 'Into to Improv Course' is your invitation to explore the fundamentals of improvisation in a supportive, playful environment on this 8 week course — no experience needed.
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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, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!
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The Drifters
The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades, catch them at the Usher Hall on 31st January!
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The Early Saturday Show!
Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!
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The Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition
Are you planning your wedding in Scotland and looking for the best Edinburgh wedding suppliers? Then come along to The Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition, one of the largest wedding shows in Scotland!
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The Greatest Hits Of Catalan Cinema
Come join CinemaAttic for a warm and celebratory night of cinema as they revisit some of their favourite short films from past editions of the Catalan Film Festival.
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The Jack & Jill Market - Edinburgh
Shop smartly, be savvy and save money at The Jack & Jill Market on the Saturday 31st January at Granton Refectory Hall, Edinburgh College!
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The Jersey Notes
No matter what your age, you will recognize the songs and won't be able to stop yourself from tapping your feet and getting down on to the dance floor when The Jersey Notes play Room At The Top!
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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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Time & Motion Studies - Exhibition by Nick Devison
Nick Devison uses printmaking as a medium for exploring ideas, solving problems and creating new visual connections. Don't miss his exhibition, Time & Motion Studies, at Upright Gallery.
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Transient Moments: The City, The Sky, and the Space Between
Experience the magic of the fleeting made eternal at The Atelier Gallery's newest exhibition, featuring the breathtaking works of Fee Dickson Reid and Daniel Roy Sharples!
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Turner in January
Following the incredible success of last year's blockbuster exchange with the National Gallery of Ireland, Scotland's own much-loved Turners are back in Edinburgh for 2026!
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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture
Featuring examples of painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and photography, the exhibition at City Art Centre spans almost 400 years of artistic production.
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Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club
Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club is a lively, hands-on creative experience designed especially for children under five who love to explore, play, and get wonderfully messy.
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We Are The Witches. We Are, Hear
This is an exhibition of textile artwork by 70 wise women artist using their craft to Challenge, Disturb and Disrupt. Catch it at The House of Smalls in August!
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Wetland Wander
Join a ranger on Saturday 31st January to celebrate World Wetland Day and discover Holyrood Park's lochs and bogs!
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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:
Simon Yates of Touching the Void
Touching the Void mountaineer Simon Yates comes to Eastwood Park Theatre with more stories from the last decade... of new adventures and climbs in the far north and south!
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Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying
Join Julie from Core Glow at Stamperland Community Centre for a little indulgence for the soul on this Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying workshop!
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Through The Decades Tribute Night
Get ready to sing and dance the night away to smash hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and more at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's Through The Decades Tribute Night on Saturday 31st January!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Ruby Sippers
Step into a world of magic, music, and movement as the Sarah Hendry School of Dance proudly presents Ruby Sippers at Rothes Halls on 31st January!
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Utopia
Utopia is a book, exhibition and workshop programme that explores our never-ending quest for a perfect life in the towns and cities where we live and work.
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Needle Felting Workshop
Join us at The Stables, Falkland Estate on Saturday 31st January for a fun and creative session where you can learn the art of needle felting with Helen Lawrenson!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Wheels Of Life
Wheels of Life at Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre is a special show which features some of the earliest and most exquisite work created by Eduard Bersudsky in Russia.
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The Glad Community Choir sing Psychedelic Folk
Experience an uplifting evening as the Glad Community Choir perform their vibrant 2025 autumn season hits alongside exciting special guests at Langside Church on Saturday 31st January!
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80’s Brunch
Dust off your leg warmers, tease up that hair, and grab your neon shades - it's time to go totally retro at Arta's Back to the Brunch: An 80's Themed Throwback!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
National Theatre Live: Hamlet
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Biggar Corn Exchange!
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The Taylor Swift Effect
The Taylor Swift Effect, the UK's ultimate tribute to Taylor, is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!
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Showaddywaddy
Don't miss 'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World', Showaddywaddy, when they return to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Micro Layouts Model Railway Show
Join Renfrewshire Model Railway Club, Cupar Model Railway Club and Leven Valley Trains for the Micro Layouts Model Railway Show on Saturday 22nd March!
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Boyle School of Irish Dance New Class
Is your little one ready to jump, hop, and dance their way into the wonderful world of Irish dancing? Join Boyle School of Irish Dance for their new classes in Paisley, beginning on 20th October!
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Queen By Candlelight
Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK, join Concerts By Candlelight for an incredible night of Queen anthems at Coats Paisley on Saturday 31st January!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Record Hide: Pop Up Record Shop
The Record Hide bring their monthly Pop-Up Record Shop to the beautiful Bridge of Allan on the last Saturday of the month throughout 2026.
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Drifters Tribute - Soul & Motown
Motown Brothers Soul & Motown Show brings you all the classic hits you will want to sing along with. Catch it at The Albert Halls on 31st January!
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Craig Hill: Wait ’Til You See My Entrance!
Don't miss Scotland's cheeky, irreverent and uproarious Kilty Comedy Pleasure and join Craig as his hilarious new live tour comes to Macrobert Arts Centre on Saturday 31st January!
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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions
AR26 Charity's Free Football For All Sessions are running between January and April, offering free fun and football on weeknights to kids between 6 and 14 years!
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The Blackheart Market: Ayr
The Blackheart Market returns to Ayr when it takes over the Town Hall on Saturday 31st January featuring horror, goth and alternative merchandise, crafts, art and much more!
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