Events in Edinburgh on 21 February 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
Above & Below Edinburgh
Above & Below Edinburgh is a unique two-part experience which combines an immersive underground tour with a guided walk through the historic streets of Edinburgh’s Old Town!
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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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Bathgate Market & Car Boot Sale
Bathgate Market and Car Boot Sale is the ultimate shopping experience for the community, it's a fantastic day out filled with unique treasures and local delights!
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Big Kid Circus: Edinburgh
The Big Kid Circus is in town again with a brand new show for 2026, catch it at the Gyle Shopping Centre Car Park in February!
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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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Capital Sci Fi Con
Capital Sci-Fi Con, Edinburgh's not-for-profit pop culture, comic and movie convention for fans by fans, returns to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 21st & 22nd February!
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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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Chinese Dumplings with Shuxin
You have another chance! Join Shuxin at Flavour and Haver Cook School and learn how to make delicious dumplings!
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Chris Stapleton UK Tribute
Experience the soulful voice and electrifying energy of Chris Stapleton, performed live by the UK's premier tribute act, Chris Stapleton UK at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 21st February!
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery at their historic venue for an immersive cocktail masterclass, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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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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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 Loretto School Theatre on Saturday 21st February!
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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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David Remfry In Conversation
Join Dovecot for the opening day of David Remfry: In Residence, featuring a special conversation between the artist and Dovecot Master Weaver Naomi Robertson.
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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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Decade vs Nu Metal
Don't miss the classic, unforgettable sounds of Decade Club Night's pop punk, emo & alt soundtrack at Decade vs Nu Metal at La Belle Angele on Saturday 21st February!
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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret
Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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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 Palace
Discover how the Palace of Holyroodhouse looked in the past and how it has been redesigned various times on this family-friendly sketching trail!
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Drexler Album & Film Launch
Edinburgh-based Drexler launches his moving new album, Olympia-5, at Pianodrome on Saturday 21st February... a stunning fusion of intimate piano, ambient textures, and original film!
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Dvořák’s Cello Concerto and Mahler’s 1st Symphony
Experience the power of the Cello unleased in Dvořák’s landmark concerto and the eruption of nature in Mahler’s ‘Titan’ Symphony!
READ MOREEdinburgh 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 Old Town Guided Walking Tour
Discover the heart of Scotland's capital, beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks on this guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town!
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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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Edinburgh’s Ultimate Fanzone
Delivering wall-to-wall coverage, unbeatable atmosphere, and front-row energy for every fixture that matters... The Three Sisters Edinburgh is the Ultimate Fanzone!
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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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Eva Dijkstra: Quiet Complexity
After first being introduced through their open call exhibition last year, Eva Dijkstra returns to &Gallery with a new body of work!
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Exhibition: Retrospective Eras
The Retrospective Eras exhibition at the Scottish Storytelling Centre features a selection of pictures by the late artist William T Ord.
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February Half-Term at Dynamic Earth
Join the team at Dynamic Earth for a whole universe of discovery this February half-term in Edinburgh!
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Fire Finders
Fancy a braw day out this February break? Then head to the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, grab your kit, follow the clues and become a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Fire Investigator!
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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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Head. Heart. Hand.
Head. Heart. Hand. is a powerful new play by Stef Smith, created to mark the 150th anniversary of the institution that is known today as Queen Margaret University (QMU).
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HelloArt Chinese Lunar New Year Market
Join HelloArt for a vibrant Chinese Lunar New Year Market, a celebration of tradition, culture, and community at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 21st February!
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John Tothill: This Must Be Heaven
John Tothill's critically-acclaimed, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show comes to Monkey Barrel for one night only on Saturday 21st February!
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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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Karen Marshalsay: Traditional Scottish Harps
McDonald Road Library are excited to welcome one of Scotland's leading harpers, Karen Marshalsay, for a live music offering of the Clarsach bray harp and modern lever harp on Saturday 21st February!
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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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Laura Jane Scott :: Instinctive Order
&Gallery is delighted to welcome back Laura Jane Scott for her first solo exhibition 'Instinctive Order', showing from Saturday 7th February!
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Let Me Entertain You - A Tribute To Robbie Williams - CANCELLED
Let Me Entertain You – A Tribute To Robbie Williams is a brand-new unforgettable concert show celebrating the music and energy of the UK's biggest selling artist of the 90s: Robbie Williams!
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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 Designer Outlet Food & Crafts Indoor Event
Expect an exciting mix of talented artisans, handmade crafts, unique gifts, and small businesses, all under one roof at the Livingston Designer Outlet Food & Crafts Indoor Event!
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Mark William Lewis
Don't miss London-based musician and songwriter Mark William Lewis at The Mash House Edinburgh on Saturday 21st February!
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Mediterraneo: Carnevale with The Badwills and Och Vey
Come and celebrate the madness of Mediterraneo Carnevale in style at The Voodoo Rooms, complete with wild live Italian and Klezmer music from The Badwills and Och Vey, on Saturday 21st February!
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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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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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Ray O’ Leary: Laughter? I Hardly Know Her!
Ray O’Leary, this burgeoning comedy legend, is excited to bring his iconic two-piece suit back to Edinburgh.
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Reggaeton Classes
Experience the Rhythm of Reggaeton! Get ready to heat up your week with these dynamic Reggaeton classes, part of Pirita Tuisku's exciting weekly dance program!
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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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Sam Lake: You’re Joking!? Not Another One!
Get ready for a hilarious hour at Monkey Barrel Comedy with the 'glorious' Sam Lake as he tackles life's goals and stereotypes in his new show, You're Joking!? Not Another One!
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Scaredy Cat Exhibition
Celebrate queer identity and self-acceptance with Cat Gordon's vibrant new riso comic and exhibition, Scaredy Cat, created during her residency at Out of the Blueprint!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises, including a shell house built in 2014, rose parterres, a rill and fountains!
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Scottish Explorer: A Taste of Scotland
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at one of Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer: A Taste of Scotland events!
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Six Nations at Brewhemia
Experience the ultimate Six Nations party at Brewhemia with tank-fresh beer, hearty Scottish feasts, and electric big-screen action... gather your clan and ruck 'n' roll for every Scotland game!
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Six Nations at The Hoxton Edinburgh
The Six Nations are back! Catch every pass, try and last-gasp tackle live at The Hoxton, Edinburgh as the drama unfolds on the big screen!
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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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Stand Up Horror
Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!
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Talking Sopranos
Two of The Sopranos' most beloved cast members, Steve Schirripa and Emmy Award-winner Michael Imperioli bring the show to life in hilarious live stage show, Talking Sopranos!
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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 Biba Story: 1964–1975
The Biba Story explores how fashion phenomenon Biba blossomed to become the world’s first lifestyle label, sparking a revolution in how people shopped.
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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 Graduate Show: Featuring The Brightest Graduates From Scotland’s Art Schools
Experience the future of Scottish art at Morningside Gallery's vibrant new showcase of ten award-winning 2025 graduates, featuring must-see paintings, sculpture, and jewellery!
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The Great Wave
The world premiere of Dai Fujikura’s The Great Wave is an extravagant story about artist Katsushika Hokusai and his famous woodblock print The Great Wave off Kanagawa.
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The New Jersey Boys
The New Jersey Boys will take you on a musical journey through the career of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons!
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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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Un fil à la patte by Georges Feydeau
Students from the French Society of the University of St Andrews will perform Georges Feydeau's Un fil à la patte at the Institut Français Ecosse on Saturday 21st February!
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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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Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.
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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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What’s Up: AI and The Sky
In this presenter-led Planetarium show, the team at Dynamic Earth will be diving into some of the ways AI is being used to help understand the cosmos.
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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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Whitelee Walkers Health Walk
Join the Whitelee Rangers for a short health walk on the windfarm on Tuesday mornings - stretch your legs, have a natter and maybe even spot some local wildlife!
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Six Nations at GHA
GHA Rugby warmly invites you to join them to enjoy every tackle, try and triumph of the Men's 6 Nations in their clubhouse at Braidholm!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Dunfermline Dramatic Society presents: Bedroom Farce by Alan Ayckbourn
In this raucous 1975 comedy, Ayckbourn brilliant combines elements of farce and claustrophobia, distilling the drama into three bedrooms over the course of one endless Saturday night.
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Kirkcaldy Youth Music Theatre presents Frozen
Come and see the talented young people of KYMT bring the music and theatre of FROZEN to life at the Adam Smith Theatre this February!
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Late Winter Coffee Morning
Join us at Anstruther Improvements Association's late Winter coffee morning for all the generations.
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Six Nations Rugby International Fan Zone
Perfect for die-hard fans or those looking to soak up the full Six Nations experience, book your tickets now for Drygate's Six Nations Rugby International Fan Zone!
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Books at the Botanics
Glasgow's Book Fair, Books at the Botanics, is held every month in the Hopkirk building at Glasgow's Botanic Gardens!
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Preloved Kids Warehouse Thrift Shopping Event
ApparelXchange are opening the doors of their city centre warehouse on a number of dates, so that you can find great quality, brilliant value preloved kids clothing from ages 4 - 16+!
READ MOREEvents in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Valley View Panto: The Ugly Duckling
Starring the hilarious Ian 'Sheepie' Smith and the incredible Louise Andrée Douglas, The Ugly Duckling is packed with laughter, heart, catchy moments and plenty of audience fun!
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Nashville Country Experience
Get your tickets for a country music night to remember when the Nashville Country Experience comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 21st February!
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Whitney Houston v Madonna Tribute Night - 80’s Revival!
Diamonds in the Community are delighted to bring a fantastic 80's themed Madonna vs Whitney Houston tribute night to Airdrie Workies to raise valuable funds for their Baby And Family Clothing Bank.
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
A Scottish Comedy Collective
Join us for a sensational night of Live Stand-Up Comedy with 'A Scottish Comedy Collective' at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 21st February!
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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
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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!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Painting with Enamel & Lustres with Elizabeth Jane Campbell
Explore the rich and expressive techniques of painting with enamels and lustres to bring colour, pattern, and illustrative detail into your enamel jewellery designs on this two day course.
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Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle
Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle bring their own blend of top-class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie to the Tolbooth Stirling on Saturday 21st February!
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Trail West
Trail West are an explosive six-piece line-up with strong links to the Western Highlands and Islands. Catch them at The Albert Halls on Saturday 21st February!
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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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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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