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Arts And Crafts Events in Edinburgh in December 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

Crafts, Games, Soup!

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!

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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 12th December 2025

This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.

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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Sunday Market on the Croft

Selected dates between 6th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

Earth in Common's weekly Sunday markets return to Leith Community Croft, celebrating local, small businesses, and sustainable products and produce.

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Panorama: New Views of a City

9th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

Collective Edinburgh's Panorama programme takes inspiration from the origins of the panorama to explore how we see, move through and understand the city today.

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ARTIST ROOMS

12th July 2025 - 31st May 2026

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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IKEA: Magical Patterns

18th July 2025 - 17th January 2026

IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.

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Find Out Fridays

Selected dates between 15th August 2025 - 19th December 2025

Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.

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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture

13th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

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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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall

16th September 2025 - 17th December 2025

Reconfigure welcomes all ages and all abilities, in an atmosphere of warmth and creativity, at these Life Drawing classes in Summerhall's iconic Anatomy Lecture Theatre.

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Knit & Natter

Selected dates between 1st October 2025 - 26th December 2025

The knitting group at Care UK’s Cairdean House, on Redford Road in Colinton, brings together residents and local community members for a monthly morning of crafting and conversation.

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Shen Xin: Highland Embassy

3rd October 2025 - 21st December 2025

Highland Embassy brings together three projects by artist and filmmaker Shen Xin and is showing at Collective Edinburgh from October to December 2025.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance

17th October 2025 - 1st March 2026

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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Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry

20th October 2025 - 14th February 2026

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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Beneath the Surface: King’s Gallery Short Talks

Selected dates between 23rd October 2025 - 26th February 2026

Join our team at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for weekly gallery talks as part of the exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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Crafternoons

Selected dates between 26th October 2025 - 20th December 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the winter? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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PINK. Women of Italian Graphic Design. From the Origins to Contemporaneity

30th October 2025 - 12th December 2025

This powerful exhibition uncovers the overlooked contributions of Italian women graphic designers who helped define eras, influence culture, and craft iconic imagery.

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Méabh Breathnach

8th November 2025 - 8th February 2026

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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Winter Wellbeing Challenge

Selected dates between 10th November 2025 - 7th March 2026

As winter begins, the wonderful folk at SHBT are inviting you to take part in a monthly activity in the beautiful Historic Building Riddles Court, just off the Royal Mile.

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Brick and Sip

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

Presented by Brick and Sip, come along to The Gilded Saloon and live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO® Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink!

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The Atelier Gallery, Winter Show

15th November 2025 - 6th January 2026

The Atelier Gallery invites you to our Winter Show, showcasing works from many of our beloved artists.

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STOP

22nd November 2025 - 20th December 2025

Encompassing the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV, STOP is an exhibition of artwork by women who have been affected directly or indirectly by gender-based violence.

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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop

Selected dates between 23rd November 2025 - 13th December 2025

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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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2025 - 22nd December 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2025, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.

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Gyle Winter Wonderland

25th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026

This year, the Gyle Shopping Centre is pulling out all the stops for the biggest and brightest Christmas experience yet!

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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market

27th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is the place to be for a magical indoor shopping experience.

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WinterFest

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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&Gallery Annual Winter Exhibition

29th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

&Gallery is delighted to round off the year with the annual Winter Exhibition, featuring a curated mix of painting, print, sculpture, and ceramics by gallery artists.

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Beyond Monet & Beyond Van Gogh

29th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into a world of light, colour, and imagination with Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience at the Royal Highland Centre this Christmas!

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Christmas Market and Open Days

29th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers will be opening the doors of our historic building Castle Mills to welcome you to a fun-filled weekend of activities, workshops, and our bespoke Christmas Market!

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Home, work, love and hope - Annual Artist Books Exhibition

29th November 2025 - 19th December 2025

The Annual Artist Books Exhibition is taking place at Upright Gallery from 29th November with 32 artists exhibiting over 60 artist books on themes of Home, work, love and hope.

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Christmas Craft Drop-in

1st December 2025 - 13th December 2025

Escape the festive hustle and bustle and unwind with an inspiring day of festive creativity at Dovecot Studios Christmas Craft Drop-In sessions!

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Santa’s Snowy Spectacular!

Selected dates between 4th December 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join us in upstairs in our IKEA restaurant for a holly jolly good time this Winter season! Bring the whole family in for a night full of festive fun, laughter and creativity.

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Christmas at Jupiter

6th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Christmas at Jupiter Artland brings together art, landscape and festive tradition across 9 consecutive days from 6th - 14th December, transforming the park into a Festive Village!

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3D2D Winter in the West End Christmas Market

8th December 2025 - 21st December 2025

Meet the artists, support local businesses and find extraordinary and unique items this Christmas at the 3D2D Winter in the West End Christmas Market in St Johns Episcopal Church!

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Christmas Art Workshops

Selected dates between 8th December 2025 - 16th December 2025

Cygnets Art School Edinburgh Southside is running Christmas Art Workshops for children aged 5-12 years. Join them this December for lots of fun and learn something new along the way!

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Adult and Child Crochet Christmas Workshop

10th December 2025

This workshop at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall is a great way for kids to get started with a creative and mindful hobby, crocheting!

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Festive Hoop Earrings with Charms - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop

10th December 2025

In this workshop, run by Polymorphics, you'll delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create two pairs of colourful earrings with up to ten mixed shaped charms.

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The Winter Atelier Pop-up

10th December 2025 - 13th December 2025

Mark your calendars for the Winter Atelier Pop-Up this December, hosted at the wonderful independent boutique Shop with No Name in Edinburgh.

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Needle Felting Festive Fun

11th December 2025

Create your own enchanting miniature woodland mushrooms using the art of needle felting on this beginner-friendly session at Leith Makers on 11th December!

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Beginners Sewing Course XL

12th December 2025 - 13th December 2025

This 2-day introductory course, run by Artisan Stitch, is a good starting point to learn expert sewing techniques whether you want to progress into dressmaking, soft furnishing or craft projects.

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Christmas Decorations for Children - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

12th December 2025

Come along to discover the joy of working with this sustainable material while creating beautiful decorations that will sparkle throughout the holiday season. Perfect for Children age 8+.

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Annual Festive Studio Sample Sale

13th December 2025

Join Polymorphics at We Make Edinburgh for a special Sample Sale featuring Eco-Resin & Terrazzo Homeware and Eco-Resin Jewellery – each piece is unique and ready to find its new home.

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Christmas Activity Day

13th December 2025

Join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 13th December for a fun festive activity for the whole family to enjoy!

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Christmas Decorations - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

13th December 2025

In this workshop, participants of all ages and skill levels will learn how to work with eco-resin, mix pigments, and cast them into set of six stunning Christmas decorations.

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Community Christmas Party - Gracemount Mansion & Walled Gardens

13th December 2025

Come along to Gracemount Mansion's annual Community Christmas Party when it returns on Saturday 13th December!

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Family Christmas Star Paper Folding

13th December 2025

Escape Christmas shopping mayhem and treat yourself to a few hours peacefully discovering the humble beauty of paper craft on this half day workshop with Lily Dickinson!

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Festive Biscuit Decorating Workshop

13th December 2025

Get into the Christmas spirit and join Kate from Blinkbonnie Biscuits for a beginner’s biscuit decorating class at Leith Makers on 13th December!

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Midwinter Protection Charms Workshop

13th December 2025

Using herbs, roots, berries, charms and a dash of dark magic, you will learn something of the dark traditions of midwinter and create your own protection spell to take home.

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Summerhall Winter Market

13th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

On Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th December, Summerhall's annual Winter Market returns with over 35 stalls to browse each day... it's the perfect opportunity to find truly unique gifts locally!

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Witchcraft Voice Activation

13th December 2025

A ritualistic workshop that explores the natural power and pure magic of the human voice.

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Breakfast with Santa

14th December 2025

Make magical memories this Christmas with our Breakfast with Santa experience at Charwood, it's perfect for the whole family!

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Festive Biscuit Decorating Workshop

14th December 2025

Get into the Christmas spirit and join Kate from Blinkbonnie Biscuits for a beginner’s biscuit decorating class at Newliston Arms in Kirkliston on 14th December!

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Midnight Solar Market - Winter

14th December 2025

Edinburgh's gothic event is a safe inclusive space where you can shop our wonderful traders, grab a drink or catch performers!

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Festive Biscuit Decorating Workshop

16th December 2025

Get into the Christmas spirit and join Kate from Blinkbonnie Biscuits for a beginner’s biscuit decorating class at The Gift Tree in Corstorphine on 16th December!

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Christmas Shop!

21st December 2025 - 22nd December 2025

An extravaganza of original artwork by original artists, The House of Smalls Christmas Shop will be open 21st & 22nd December for all your gifting needs!

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Arts And Crafts Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Community Hub Barrhead: Knit ‘n’ Chat

The Community Hub Barrhead: Knit ‘n’ Chat

Selected dates between 3rd December 2025 - 25th February 2026

Do you knit, crochet or stitch or would you like to learn how? The Community Hub Barrhead welcome people of all abilities to join them for their Knit 'n' Chat group!

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Christmas at Whitelee Windfarm

Christmas at Whitelee Windfarm

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 21st December 2025

Whitelee Windfarm have got the festive season all wrapped up with a selection of events including a Santa's Grotto and their Winter Wonderland Experience!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

18th October 2025 - 15th February 2026

Join us at Wardlaw Museum for this exhibition and uncover Scotland’s identity through the creativity of its artists!

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Small Business Market

Small Business Market

28th March 2025 - 24th December 2025

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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Creative Craft Club For Adults

Creative Craft Club For Adults

Selected dates between 10th October 2025 - 12th December 2025

Come and enjoy a regular Friday morning of creativity at Letham Village Hall this Autumn and Winter with creative artist Deborah Cameron!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Milngavie Market

Milngavie Market

Selected dates between 1st August 2025 - 19th December 2025

You'll find meat, fish, game, Cheese, home baking, plants, Organic soap, jewellery, and more at Milngavie Market on the third Friday of each month!

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Park Lane Christmas Market

Park Lane Christmas Market

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 21st December 2025

Park Lane Market is back over three weekends in December with their festive edition! Come along and pick up some extra special Christmas presents from your local favourites!

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Festive Booze and Fuse

Festive Booze and Fuse

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join Kiln Time at Curlers Rest for one of their festive Booze and Fuse workshops, where you'll design and create your very own fused glass Christmas tree!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!

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Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh

Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh

13th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join the RSPB to enjoy a seasonal wander around Baron's Haugh to gather all kinds of natural craft materials and make your own festive wreath!

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Clydeside At Christmas

Clydeside At Christmas

9th December 2025 - 11th December 2025

Skip the big city crowds and discover the magic right here in Lanarkshire! Clydeside at Christmas brings you 3 cosy, festive nights of shopping, eating, music, and cheer – all under one roof!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Christmas Fayre

Christmas Fayre

13th December 2025

Join Ferguslie Cricket Club on Saturday 13th December for their first ever Christmas Fayre, browse the stalls, pick up some Christmas gifts and enjoy a selection of home baking and mulled wine!

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Christmas Wreath Workshop

Christmas Wreath Workshop

Selected dates between 8th November 2025 - 18th December 2025

Kick off the Christmas season with one of Restoration & Creation's most-loved events — a fun and festive wreath-making workshop that’s guaranteed to get you feeling merry and bright!

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Local Makers & Crafters Christmas Market

Local Makers & Crafters Christmas Market

14th December 2025

Don't miss out on a cosy, heartwarming day filled with shopping, sipping and festive fun at The Boarding House's Local Makers & Crafters Christmas Market!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Introduction to Glass Fusing with Una Galbraith

Introduction to Glass Fusing with Una Galbraith

Selected dates between 20th December 2025 - 20th December 2026

Discover the captivating art of glass fusing in this hands-on workshop suitable for beginners and more experienced participants at Mosaic & Glass!

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Silver Stud Earrings Taster – Xmas Special!

Silver Stud Earrings Taster – Xmas Special!

13th December 2025

Join Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a busy and bustling stud earrings, taster workshop for a bite-sized introduction to all the basic skills involved in making silver jewellery!

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Sea Glass Christmas Trees

Sea Glass Christmas Trees

14th December 2025

Come along to Central Scotland School of Jewellery on 14th December for a fun and festive introduction to jewellery making, using foraged beach treasure to create your own sea glass Christmas Tree!

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Events in Other Areas

Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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Christmas Wonderland

Christmas Wonderland

1st December 2025 - 24th December 2025

This Christmas, we invite all Santa believers to join us for an enchanting journey! Imagine receiving a personal invitation from Santa himself, delivered right to your doorstep!

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Christmas At Culzean

Christmas At Culzean

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join the team at Culzean Castle & Country Park in December for lots of seasonal fun including a visit from Father Christmas, festive trails, a Christmas Market and live music from local choirs!

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Sponsored Links

The Cogency
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Cancer Research UK
The Chocolatarium
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ATG

Sponsored Links

Cancer Research UK
The Cookbook Shop
King Pins
Fayre Play
Wonder & Co
The Cogency
Escape The Past
Cancer Research UK
The Chocolatarium
Edinburgh Dungeon
ATG

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Join Head of Exhibitions at the Fashion and Textile Museum and co-curator of the The Biba Story: 1964–1975, Dennis Northdruft, for an exclusive opening day talk at Dovecot Studios!
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