Christmas And New Year events in Edinburgh
View all the upcoming Christmas And New Year events taking place throughout Edinburgh below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
Castle Of Light
Expect wonder, enchantment and a spectacle of colour this festive season as Edinburgh Castle, the defender of the nation, becomes the ‘Castle of Light’ once again!
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Edinburgh Zoo’s Christmas Nights
Make your evenings merry and bright this festive season with a magical journey through Edinburgh Zoo!
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Crochet at Christmas - Festive Stars and Brunch
Crochet beautiful handmade stars to decorate the house and gifts this Christmas! Suitable for beginners. All materials and brunch provided.
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Sock Snowmen
Make a beautiful little festive snowman to decorate your home for Christmas at this online family workshop run by Lauriston Castle!
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Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
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The Snow Queen
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh is delighted to present a brand new adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen for Christmas.
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Conifox’s Christmas Experience
Conifox Adventure Park's sell-out Christmas Experience returns in 2021 bigger and better than ever for children and adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Festive ABBA Tribute Night
All we want for Christmas is ABBA! All the festive fun and your favourite 70’s band – it’s the perfect package at Apex Grassmarket.
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Hansel and Gretel 2021
Christmas wouldn't be the same without a trip to The Brunton for their fabulous traditional panto and this year it's Hansel and Gretel!
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Tartan Wreaths
Make a colourful and unique Christmas wreath for your door using tartan remnants, bells, baubles and ribbons. No sewing is required!
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Festival Wreath Making - Christmas Workshop
Get you into the Christmas spirit as you make beautiful Christmas Wreaths for your home or for fabulous gifts this December with The Edinburgh Sewcial Club!
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King’s Panto: Sleeping Beauty
Rise and shine, it's the pantomime of your dreams, as Sleeping Beauty comes to the King's Theatre!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Livingston for an exciting festive experience at Father Christmas’ Grotto!
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Lecture: Tokens of Festive Magic: The Victorian Christmas
Join artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb for an exploration of the 19th century Christmas through antique objects, many from her own collection which inspire her intricate etchings.
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Wreath Making Workshop
Join Ixia Flowers at the most wonderful time of the year and learn how to make your own Christmas wreath to take home and impress this festive season.
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Festive Wreath Workshop - 1st December
Join Kirsty from Boyes Botanics on 1st December for some festive madness! Armed with all the materials you need, you will learn how to make your own traditional wreath.
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
Our ever-popular Christmas Zoo illuminations will return on selected dates this December from 5pm – 9pm.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Join the St Serfs Players at Inverleith St Serfs Church as they bring you the family Pantomime - Jack and the Beanstalk!
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Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker
This winter, banish the dark skies and enjoy a visual feast as we take you and your family on a fantastical adventure with Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker!
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Christmas at the court of Mary, Queen of Scots
Come and see the beautiful Christmas decorations at the Palace and step back in time to discover how Mary, Queen of Scots would have celebrated Christmas over 400 years ago.
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Printmaking for Christmas
Join us online for an adorable Christmas class where you can print Robins, fir trees and other beautiful motifs with artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb!
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Santa’s Secret Storeroom
This year, The Eco Larder is harbouring this years BIGGEST secret. Santa is in our storeroom!
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The Muppet Christmas Carol Live In Concert
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol is live in concert across the UK this winter, featuring its musical score performed live to the film! Don't miss it at the Usher Hall on December 2nd!
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Bairns in the Wood
Join us at Howden Park Centre for another Christmas cracker of a pantomime - Bairns in the Wood!
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Beecraigs Festive Forest
Beecraigs Festive Forest is back for 2021. Even bigger, brighter, longer and more spectacular!
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Join the Cast of Jack and Beanstalk at the Reconnect Regal Theatre for a family adventure that’s got its head in the clouds!!
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Meet our Christmas Queens!
Meet our Christmas Queens! Join us and our dashing drag queens at Apex Grassmarket for an unforgettable night of jingling and mingling!
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The Santa Experience
The Santa Experience returns! Add some magic to your Christmas with a visit to Santa and his elves at Archerfield Walled Garden.
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Enchanted Christmas Pictures
Create a Christmas themed 3-dimensional framed picture that will light up like an enchanted magical forest in this online workshop with Lauriston Castle staff!
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Festive Cabaret Nights
Enjoy wondrous entertainment and sumptuous food at our festive cabaret celebration this Christmas at the Apex Grassmarket Hotel in Edinburgh.
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Festive Wreath Workshop - 4th December
Join Kirsty from Boyes Botanics on 4th December for some festive madness! Armed with all the materials you need, you will learn how to make your own traditional wreath.
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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Edinburgh
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Edinburgh!
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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Livingston
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Livingston!
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Spectacle of Light
Don't miss Dalkeith Country Park’s winter festive light experience 'Spectacle of Light' when it returns in 2021! It's a magical after-dark adventure for all the family!
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An Edwardian Christmas
It’s Christmas 1910 all the family and staff come together to enjoy the season. Walk through Lauriston Castle on a special tour watching the performance by Edinburgh Living History unfold!
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Children’s Classic Concerts: Santa’s Postbox
With plenty of Children's Classic Concerts sparkle, musical magic and seasonal singalongs, Santa's Postbox has got the perfect recipe for an action-packed concert yule never forgot!
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Summerhall Christmas Market
Summerhall’s annual Christmas Market will look a little different as due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, it will be hybrid a Market in 2021.
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Sunday Lunch Spectacular
Simply have a wonderful Christmastime when you join us at Apex Waterloo Place for a three-course lunch and live entertainment this festive season!
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Christmas at the Palace: Family trail
This December explore The Palace of Holyroodhouse with the help of Holly and Rudy and a special Christmas trail!
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Love Actually In Concert - Film With Live Orchestra
Following a sold out 2019 tour, Love Actually will once again be screened live across the UK with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score – just in time for Christmas!
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Paper Garlands and Silver Wings
Using a selection of beautiful papers and foils in silvery colours create a wreath, angel and garland in this relaxing workshop with Artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb!
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The Twang - A Christmas Tradition
The original Christmas night out is back! The Twang are resurrecting their legendary annual bash which will stop off at the Liquid Room Edinburgh on December 6th!
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The Paraffin Pixies Search for Santa
The Paraffin Pixies bring sparkle and magic to dark winter evenings as they lead you to a hidden after-dark world of wonder and mysteries within Almond Valley Heritage Centre this December!
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Abbamania’s 2021 Christmas Party
You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life. So dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas night with Abbamania!
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas
Treat yourself to a Christmas Special as the walls of St Mary’s Cathedral (Palmerston Place) resound to the music of Vivaldi, Corelli and Mozart, performed by the Piccadilly Sinfonietta!
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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle
Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
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Breakfast with Santa!
Rudolph has rounded up the reindeers and Santa is coming to Apex Grassmarket. Bring the family along for some Christmas cheer!
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Festive Afternoon Tea with Live Music
Enjoy a festive afternoon tea with live acoustic performers at the Apex Grassmarket on Sunday 12th December!
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Royal Rhyme Time: Christmas Ceilidh
Join us to hear stories about celebrations and play a special game called the Feast of the Bean. With music and dancing in our Christmas ceilidh, suitable for children aged four and under!
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White Christmas - The Musical
Make it a magical family Christmas in 2021 as the spectacular brand-new production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas lights up Edinburgh Playhouse!
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Festive Decorations
Join us for a festive class making a variety of Christmas decorations to adorn your home!
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas
Treat yourself to a Christmas Special as the walls of St Giles' Cathedral Edinburgh resound to the music of Vivaldi, Corelli and Mozart, performed by the Piccadilly Sinfonie!
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Country Wreaths and Garlands
Make a sweet little natural wreath inspired by Scandinavia with little painted reindeers, stars and hearts and a magical lit garland to decorate your door, stairs or fireplace!
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Green Wreaths
Always the highlight of the season, make not one but 2 stunning natural wreaths to decorate your home using Lauriston Castle greenery and a host of beautiful embellishments.
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Mary, Queen of Scots at Christmas
Come and see the beautiful Christmas decorations at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and step back in time to discover how Mary, Queen of Scots would have celebrated Christmas over 400 years ago.
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Rick Wakeman - Not Quite As Grumpy As Last Christmas
Enjoy an evening of music, laughter and grumpiness when Rick Wakeman brings the Not Quite As Grumpy As Last Christmas Show to The Queen's Hall!
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Descriptive Tour for Visually Impaired Visitors of Lauriston Castle at Christmas
Join us online for a special Christmas Tour at Lauriston Castle specifically designed for visually impaired visitors.
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Fresh Giant Wreaths
Join Margaret Findlay as you gather natural greenery to make 2 giant wreaths for you home!
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RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman
Enjoy a special showing of the festive classic, The Snowman, on a large screen, accompanied by the RSNO at the Usher Hall!
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Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
Phil Cunningham returns to The Queen's Hall with his extremely popular annual Christmas Songbook on 20th & 21st December!
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Funbox presents Santa’s Pyjama Party
Ho Ho Ho! Funbox invite you to a very special sleepover at The Brunton Edinburgh, but you’ll be too excited to snooze cos we're all staying up for Santa!
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A Family Christmas Day
Come along and take delight in every bite of your delicious three-course festive feast before enjoying extravagant entertainment including a DJ hosted disco and a super special guest… Santa!
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The Best of Scottish Comedy
Talk about doing what it says on the tin! The Stand's flagship contemporary Scottish comedy show returns for Hogmanay!
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Edinburgh Hogmanay Snow Ball Ceilidh and Dinner 2021
Edinburgh's world-famous Hogmanay Snow Ball Ceilidh and Dinner returns to the capital on December 31st 2021!
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New Year’s Eve Bash
Bring in the New Year with a bang at Apex Grassmarket! We promise you a party you won’t forget, complete with bubbles on arrival, a live band and an awesome street food buffet.
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New Year’s Day Brunch with entertainment
Come to our stylish space at Apex Grassmarket where spirited people can meet with family and friends for an afternoon of fun and food.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas
The most popular festive event in East Renfrewshire, 'A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas', makes its return to Clarkston Halls & Car Pak on Saturday 20th November!
Peter Pan
You'll be taken on a magical journey back to Neverland with Peter Pan when traditional Scottish Pantomime returns to Eastwood Park Theatre this festive season!
Barrhead’s Winter Wonderland
On Saturday 27th November, Barrhead will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland as the town begins the countdown to Christmas with their annual Christmas Lights Switch On!
Merry Mearns
My Mearns are delighted to announce the first Merry Mearns, taking place on Sunday 28th November at The Avenue Shopping Centre!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
Kick start your holiday season in style with friends, family or colleagues at one of Dalmeny Park House Hotel's fabulous Christmas Party Nights this December!
Big Vern n the Shootahs
The sensational Big Vern n the Shootahs are renowned throughout the live music circuit as the ultimate feel-good band, catch them live at Giffnock North Social Club on Saturday 4th December!
Festive Ladies Day
Enjoy ultimate festive fun with the girls at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's fabulous Ladies Day on Sunday 12th December!
Hogmanay Ball
Celebrate the New year in style and grandeur at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's spectacular Hogmany Black Tie Ball!
Events in Fife
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Santa really is coming to town! Enjoy an extra magical experience this year when Santa comes to the Kingsgate Shopping Centre.
Delta Smoak
It's our Christmas Party Night with Delta Smoak, Scotland's most popular Country Band, come and PARTY!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dunfermline for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Aladdin 2021
Cowdenbeath Community Theatre bring panto back to the Lochgelly Centre from Wednesday 1st to Saturday 4th of December 2021!
Adam Kay: Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas
Following the multi-million-selling success of This Is Going To Hurt, Adam Kay delves back into his diaries for a hilarious peek behind the blue curtain at Christmastime.
Funbox presents Santa’s Pyjama Party
Ho Ho Ho! Funbox invite you to a very special sleepover at Rothes Halls, but you’ll be too excited to snooze cos we're all staying up for Santa!
Christmas Fayre
Don't miss the Crail Christmas Fayre taking place in Crail Community Hall on 4th & 5th December, with stalls, cafe and children's activities there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Cinderella: Panto 2021 - POSTPONED
Polish your pumpkins, dust off your gowns and grab your glass slippers as the Christmas 2021 pantomime Cinderella, is coming to the Adam Smith Theatre!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Dunfermline
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Dunfermline!
Christmas Concert
Get into the Christmas spirit at the Crail Community Hall Christmas Concert on Sunday 5th December! There should be something for everybody to enjoy.
Nardone’s Academy Of Performing Arts Presents: Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs
Nardone’s Academy of Performing Arts are back in business in 2021 bringing to you yet another full fun extravaganza production - Snow White!
Cinderella Pantomime
The Alhambra Theatre presents the Christmas Panto 'Cinderella' from 15th to 27th December 2021.
Whanga Records Christmas Party Presents Twinstown + Special Guests
Whanga Records Christmas Party presents TwinsTown + special guests on Sunday 19th December at PJ Molloys!
Christmas Crooners ‘Santa Baby’ - POSTPONED
Christmas Crooners returns to Rothes Halls on Wednesday 22th December. Come and sing along to great songs from Christmas past!
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
The Chilli's have fast become a global phenomenon, rocking far flung shores from Bangkok to New York and everywhere in between and you can catch them at the Alhambra Theatre on December 30th 2021.
Handel’s Messiah
To launch the Alhambra’s Centenary year the theatre has formed a new choir -The Alhambra Centenary Chorus to present a New Year’s performance of Handel’s popular and uplifting oratorio - The Mes
Events in Glasgow
Park Lane Market
Park Lane Market is a pop-up market held on the first and last Sunday of each month in Shawlands, featuring a range of boutique stalls!
The Princes Square Collective
Every weekend in October until Christmas, Princes Square are showcasing a number of local traders from start-ups to larger independent brands to give you something different each week!
The Creative Craft Show / Crafts for Christmas
Two events for the price of one! The Creative Craft Show and Crafts for Christmas at the SEC Glasgow in October is the ultimate day out for hobbyists and crafters!
Super Market Glasgow at BAaD
Super Market Glasgow is a carefully curated market showcasing a selection of independent retailers from across the city and beyond at Barras Art and Design!
Ayrshire Hospice Winter Fair
The Ayrshire Hospice and their elves have been working hard to bring some much-needed Christmas cheer this winter with the return of their Winter Fair on Saturday 13th November!
Glasgow Christmas Markets
The Glasgow Christmas Markets return to George Square & St Enoch Square again for 2021 offering a wide selection of festive delights!
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - POSTPONED
Book your tickets for this year's Tron-take on the classic tale, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and get ready to boo, hiss and click your heels together three times!
Jamie And The Unicorn... A Legend of A Panto!
The Gaiety Theatre, Ayr announce a return to live pantomime in 2021 with Jamie And The Unicorn – A Legend of A Panto!
3D2D Glasgow Christmas Craft, Art & Design Fair
Don't miss the annual 3D/2D Glasgow Christmas Craft, Art & Design Fair at the Royal Concert Hall on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th November!
Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass
Join Beewild Blooms for their Christmas masterclass where you will be sure to get into the festive spirit creating your very own door wreath to hang out in style!
Cinderella
Join Cinderella at the King's Theatre Glasgow as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming!
Helensburgh Winter Festival
Helensburgh Winter Festival, one of the most popular events on the local calendar, returns for 2021 on 27th & 28th November!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Milngavie for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
House for an Art Lover Christmas Fayre
Pick up a selection of local festive treats and gifts at House for an Art Lover's annual Christmas Fayre on Sunday 28th November!
Mission Start Christmas - Elf Takeover!
Go Wild Glasgow are hosting the ULTIMATE start to the festive season with their brand new event Mission Start Christmas where your child joins the elves and becomes part of the action!
Winter Wonderland
On the 28th November, hop on the Fun Street express, and join them for their Winter Wonderland event!
Cinderella 2: I Married a Numpty
Panto is back - oh yes it is! Enjoy an hour of sublime seasonal silliness, non-pc pantomonium, sassy songs and badass buffoonery when A Play, A Pie and A Pint return to Oran Mor this Christmas!
Sleeping Senga - POSTPONED
Insideout Theatre Productions return to Websters Theatre Glasgow with their all-singing, all-dancing banterous family Pantomime... Sleeping Senga!
The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in December 2021 featuring an all star cast!
The Muppet Christmas Carol Live In Concert
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol is live in concert across the UK this winter, featuring its musical score performed live to the film! Don't miss it at the SEC Armadillo on December 1st!
Country Living Christmas Fair
Get in the festive spirit when the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair returns to the SEC Glasgow between the 2nd and 5th December!
Elfingrove
Skate under the stars on a fully covered, purpose designed track against the stunning setting of Elfingrove outside Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
Hilton Glasgow's party nights with the GBX experience are back. George Bowie will once more electrify the Ballroom with his GBX anthems for 90 spectacular minutes!
Drag-Opticon Holiday Spectacular
It's the most wonderful time of the year and Drag-Opticon is getting into the festive spirit with a Holiday Spectacular at the Britannia Panopticon!
Oh Aye It Is!
Insideout Theatre Productions in association with Websters Theatre Glasgow proudly present 'Oh Aye It Is!' an all-singing, all-dancing Christmas concert extravaganza!
Chan Conducts The Nutcracker
Don't miss a bumper musical selection box full of fantasy, wonder and mouth-watering sounds when the RSNO perform The Nutcracker at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Saturday 4th December!
Children’s Classic Concerts: Santa’s Postbox
With plenty of Children's Classic Concerts sparkle, musical magic and seasonal singalongs, Santa's Postbox has got the perfect recipe for an action-packed concert yule never forgot!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Milngavie
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Milngavie!
The GSA Christmas Concerts
Celebrate the start of the festive season with The GSA Choir as they perform live for the first time in two years at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall's New Auditorium!
Epilepsy Scotland Ladies Lunch
Bring your sparkle to the Hilton Grosvenor Glasgow in December and join Epilepsy Scotland for their fabulous annual Ladies Lunch!
Festive Concert with Afternoon Tea
A firm favourite in House for an Art Lover's calendar, this is a truly festive afternoon of music and singing with Stuart on the Piano in the atmospheric surroundings of the Music Room!
Grosvenor Cafe - Brunch With Santa
Join the Grosvenor Cafe once again this December for their magical 'Brunch With Santa' mornings on Sunday 5th and 19th!
Love Actually with Live Orchestra
Following a sold out 2019 tour, Love Actually will once again be screened live across the UK with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score – just in time for Christmas!
Santa’s Piping Hot Party
Enjoy an afternoon of festive disco classics when Santa's Piping Hot Party returns to The National Piping Centre on the 5th, 12th or 19th December!
Sing Along With Santa
Get your wee ones in the festive spirit with a Christmas sing along with Santa and his elves at The National Piping Centre!
The Twang - A Christmas Tradition
The original Christmas night out is back! The Twang are resurrecting their legendary annual bash which will stop off at the Garage Glasgow on December 5th!
When Christmas Comes To Town
Don't miss an exciting evening of festive music by Glasgow Community Concert Band at Hampden Park on Sunday 5th December!
A Christmas Carol - A Hauntingly Hilarious Family Panto
Halo Arts announce their new panto for 2021, A Christmas Carol - A Hauntingly Hilarious Family Panto! Coming to Govan AND Maryhill this December!
The Overtones
Multi-platinum selling vocal harmony group The Overtones are delighted to be returning to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall during their 10 year anniversary tour!
The Wizard of Shawz - The Panto wi’ Jawz
Panto is back at The Shed in Shawlands, in a jawz achingly funny take on the family favourite, The Wizard of Oz! Expect plenty of family fun, with sing-a-long and banter that bites!
Christmas Special With Complete Madness
Listen up Buster, get ready for Complete Madness, the UK's Number 1 Tribute to The Nutty Boys, live with a Christmas special at Platform on Friday 10th December!
Aladdin
Starring Gary: Tank Commander, don't miss Aladdin the high-flying family pantomime that will make everyone's Christmas wishes come true at the SEC Armadillo in 2021!
DEBRA Ladies Lunch Christmas Party
Kindly sponsored by Comply 2 and supported by Alba Facilities Services and Grand Central Hotel Glasgow, DEBRA invites you to their annual Ladies Lunch on Saturday 11th December!
Funbox presents Santa’s Pyjama Party
Ho Ho Ho! Funbox invite you to a very special sleepover at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, but you’ll be too excited to snooze cos we're all staying up for Santa!
Lunch With Santa Christmas Party
Get ready to step into Christmas at Go Wild Glasgow's Lunch With Santa Christmas Party designed to give your little one the most magical and memorable festive experience!
Mrs Claus at Pollok House
Enjoy a truly magical family Christmas experience when you bring the children to meet the award-winning Mrs Claus at Pollok House!
The Unicorn Disco Ball - Christmas Wonderland
The Unicorn Disco Ball touches down in Glasgow on Saturday 11th December at the legendary Platform (formerly The Arches) celebrating all things DISCO!
Michael Ball & Alfie Boe
The nation's favourite and most-loved musical duo Michael Ball and Alfie Boe join forces again for a 2021 UK Tour, catch them live at The SSE Hydro on 12th December!
The Rat Pack at Christmas
Back by popular demand and following sell-out performances across the globe, The Definitive Rat Pack brings an evening of festive classics to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
Olive The Other Reindeer
Family audiences with children under 12 are in for a treat when the newly commissioned festive show, Olive the Other Reindeer, comes to the Tron Theatre!
Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
Phil Cunningham returns to The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with his extremely popular annual Christmas Songbook on Thursday 16th December!
Christmas Country with the Stars
Back by popular demand the 'Christmas Country with the Stars Show' returns for another unmissable night of toe-tapping festive magic with four of Irelands top stars all on one terrific bill!
Glasgow Phoenix Choir: A Christmas Celebration
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be returning to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with their annual Christmas concert on Friday 17th December!
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas
Treat yourself to a Christmas Special as the walls of St Mary's Cathedral Glasgow resound to the music of Vivaldi, Corelli and Mozart, performed by the Piccadilly Sinfonie!
RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman
Enjoy a special showing of the festive classic, The Snowman, on a large screen, accompanied by the RSNO at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
Bongo’s Bingo Glasgow - Christmas Specials
The award-winning Bongo's Bingo return to SWG3 Glasgow this December with their Christmas Specials featuring special guests... East 17!
Christmas Spectacular
Start your Christmas celebrations in style when the annual Christmas Spectacular returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, it's the ultimate, unmissable Christmas party!
Monday Night Improv - Christmas Special
It's time to laugh your Christmas baubles off with the most unpredictable show in comedy live on Monday 20th December from The Stand Comedy Club Glasgow!
Uh Huh: the Janice & Frank Story - Part 1 Christmas
Brido Hingwy presents Uh Huh: The Janice & Frank Story – Part 1 Christmas for two nights only this festive season at Oran Mor Glasgow!
Christmas Family Ceilidh
Come along and enjoy a good old traditional knees up here at The National Piping Centre's family ceilidh on the 22nd or 23rd December!
IRN-BRU Carnival
Come along to the Scottish Event Campus for plenty of festive family fun with annual Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!
ABBAMANIA
Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas night out with ABBAMANIA at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on 23rd December 2021!
The Xmas Xtravaganza - Shantay You Sleigh
Don't miss the biggest Christmas drag show, hosted by dynamic duo The Vivienne and Baga Chipz at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 23rd December!
Wizard of Oz
After amazing previous productions of Elf, Cinderella and Peter Pan, WIZARD OF OZ is the brand-new spectacular Christmas show coming to The SSE Hydro this December!
The Wee Hogmanay Party
The kids don't need to miss out this New Year... come down to the Wee Hogmanay party at The National Piping Centre!
Hogmanay at Hilton Glasgow
Polish your dancing shoes, grab your favourite people and join us for Glasgow’s hottest New Year party at Hilton Glasgow featuring The Red Hot Chilli Pipers!
Hogmanay at House for an Art Lover
Join House for an Art Lover for their annual Hogmanay celebrations kicking off with bubbles and canapés followed by a sumptuous 3 course meal and accompanying wine in the atmospheric Mackintosh Suite
Bad Manners
Bad Manners featuring Buster Bloodvessel and co. will give a crackin' good show of aggressive and highly danceable good-time ska at Slay Glasgow on 1st January 2022!
Sleeping Beauty
Fresh from the dizzy heights of success of Jack and The Beanstalk, the enchanting writing duo Fraser Boyle and Ken Alexander spin you into the magical tale of Sleeping Beauty!
Events in Lanarkshire
Seasonal Craft Fairs
Back by popular demand... LEAP's market stalls are back in Cambuslang, this time bringing you seasonal gifts galore!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
Christmas Fayre
It's never too early to start your festive shopping - or just treat yourself! Join LAMS for their Christmas Fayre at The Tolbooth Lanark on 6th November!
Creative Strathaven Christmas Makers Market
Get all of your Christmas shopping done under one roof at Creative Strathaven's annual Christmas Makers Market on November 13th and 14th!
Crossbasket Castle - Shopping & Dining Experience
Gather your friends and family and get those Christmas decorations and presents in, before enjoying a sumptuous lunch at Crossbasket Castle's Shopping & Dining Experience this November!
Christmas Ceilidh
Back by popular demand... the ever popular Clyde Valley Ceilidh Band return to Rutherglen Town Hall for another lively Christmas Ceilidh dance!
Christmas Pony Event
Join the team at Turlood Equestrian Centre for their 'Ride & Play' sessions with a Christmas twist!
The Wizard of Oz
Motherwell Theatre again team up with Spillers Pantomimes to present this adventure over the rainbow!
Kids Christmas Craft Workshops: A Very Hogwarts Christmas & Santa’s Slime Studio
Join the Material Geeks at The Gillespie Centre in Biggar for this year's CHRISTMAS SESSIONS: A Very Hogwarts Christmas & Santa's Slime Studio!
Biggar Museum Late Night Christmas Shopping
Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum is hosting a late night Christmas Shopping event featuring specially invited guests who'll be selling their products from the Old Victorian street inside the museum!
M&D’s On Ice
Enjoy the perfect festive day out at M&D's... skate day and night with family and friends at Scotland’s most magical ice rink!
Santa’s Magical Circus
Santa Claus has been kidnapped by an evil witch who is trying to ruin Christmas, with the help of a fairy and clown, can you help save Santa and Christmas by finding his outfit, reindeer and more!
Christmas at New Lanark
Enjoy a magical family day out this Christmas at New Lanark, take a magical journey on The Spirit of Christmas Ride, visit Santa's Grotto or catch 'Freezin' this year's festive panto!
Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market
Purchase personalised and hand crafted gifts for friends and loved ones at the annual Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market on Saturday 27th November!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Sandyholm
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Sandyholm for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Sleeping Beauty
Wakey Wakey South Lanarkshire! Set your alarm clocks to panto time! Sleeping Beauty is coming to The Town House Hamilton between the 27th November and 5th December!
Robin Hood
Robin Hood at Lanternhouse, Cumbernauld is an out of this world Christmas show that you don't want to miss!
Snow White
Studio 32 and East Kilbride Arts Centre present Snow White... the fairest pantomime of all!
Christmas Carols in the Assembly Room
Join South Lanarkshire Workplace Choir at the Assembly Room in Low Parks Museum as they kick off the festive season with a programme of traditional Christmas Carols!
Mother Goose
Lanark Panto Club are delighted to present their 60th anniversary production of Mother Goose at Lanark Memorial Hall between the 2nd and 5th December!
Christmas Party Nights
Join Functions R Us for one of their fantastic annual Christmas Party Nights this December in the New Town Hall Cumbernauld!
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Create a unique hand-made Christmas wreath in this fun workshop at Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum!
Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh
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!
Hibernate
Hibernate at Lanterhouse, Cumbernauld is a joyous, romp-filled adventure to catapult you from the dreamy, quiet lands of silent snoozing to the bright, fun-filled great outdoors!
Santa Visits Calderglen
Visit Santa in his cosy grotto within the Courtyard Gallery in Calderglen Country Park this December!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Sandyholm
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Sandyholm!
A Magical Christmas Afternoon Tea With Santa
Enjoy a truly magical Christmas themed afternoon tea for adults and children at the 4 Star Alona Hotel on 5th or 23rd December!
Lanark Loch Festive Fun Run
Lanark Loch's Festive Fun Run is back for 2021, join the South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture team for their second Santa Dash on Sunday 5th December!
Sleeping Beauty
Wakey Wakey South Lanarkshire! Set your alarm clocks to panto time! Sleeping Beauty is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall between the 8th and 22nd December!
Cinema Live: The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet – and makes for a delicious seasonal treat for all the family!
Tribute Night with Lisa Hart
Multi tribute artist Lisa Hart will perform live at The Clydesdale Inn, Lanark on Thursday 9th December... this is sure to be the best Christmas Party you go to this year!
Christmas Party Nights
Don't miss out on Hamilton's premier party night, featuring entertainment from Big Vern n The Shootahs, returning to The Town House this December!
Paul Phillips as Kenny Rogers Tribute Act
Paul Phillips IS Kenny Rogers in this terrific tribute act live at The Clydesdale Inn, Lanark on Friday 10th December!
Britney and the Beast
Join Insideout Productions at Lanark Memorial Hall this Christmas as they take you on a hilarious journey through Pantoland with this new Scottish twist on the old classic tale!
Christmas Afternoon Tea and Cocktails
Dust off the Christmas jumper and bring your festive cheer and join Crossbasket Castle for an afternoon tea with a Christmas twist!
Santa at the Museum
Ho, ho, ho! Christmas is coming to Biggar Museum! Come along for some festive fun and meet Santa, the man in the big red suit himself on Sunday 12th December!
Pips and Panda’s Christmas Party
Join Pips, Panda and the Christmas Fairy for this special Christmas puppet show at Lanark Memorial Hall on 14th December!
Britney and the Beast
Join Insideout Productions at East Kilbride Village Theatre this Christmas as they take you on a hilarious journey through Pantoland with this new Scottish twist on the old classic tale!
Red Hot Chilli Pipers
This festive season it's time to come close to the fire, join Red Hot Chilli Pipers as they return to Motherwell Concert Hall on Friday 17th December as part of their 20th Anniversary Tour!
Christmas Craft Fayre and Festive Family Fun Day
Make a day of it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 18th December at SLLC's annual Christmas Craft Fayre and Festive Family Fun Day!
Lanark Christmas Ceilidh
Lanark Memorial Hall welcomes the Clyde Valley Ceilidh Band back for an evening of foot stomping tunes and Christmas ceilidhing on Saturday 18th December!
Festive Wildlife Wander
Wrap up warm, stick on your boots, grab a flask of something hot and come along to experience what winter has to offer at RSPB Baron's Haugh!
Christmas Crooners
Guaranteed to get you in the festive mood, come and sing along to great songs from Christmas past with the Christmas Crooners at Motherwell Concert Hall on December 21st 2021!
It’s a Wonderful Life
Enjoy Frank Capra's 1946 classic feel-good movie It's a Wonderful Life at Lanark Memorial Hall on Tuesday 21st December!
Funbox presents Santa’s Pyjama Party
Ho Ho Ho! Funbox invite you to a very special sleepover at The Townhouse Hamilton, but you’ll be too excited to snooze cos we're all staying up for Santa!
The McDougalls In Toyland
All aboard the Toyland express and join everyone's favourite children's theatre company, The McDougalls, for five star festive family fun at East Kilbride Arts Centre!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Santa’s Grotto & Christmas Market
Come see Santa Claus at the Christmas Market and Funfair being held beside Braehead Shopping Centre from 11th November until Christmas Eve!
Early Bird Christmas Gift and Craft Fair
Get ahead and beat the Christmas rush at the annual Early Bird Christmas Gift and Craft Fair in Kilbarchan Guide Hall!
Erskine Christmas Cracker Market
Get set for Christmas with an array of unique gifts to choose from and indulge in a wonderfully festive shopping experience at the Erskine Christmas Cracker Market!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Braehead for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Braehead
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Braehead!
Cinderella
Cinderella is the hilarious family pantomime suitable for all ages, with tons of slapstick comedy and stunning musical numbers that guarantee you'll be singing to for days afterwards!
Wizard of Oz Pantomime
Jazz Hands Glasgow Productions are proud to present The Wizard of Oz Pantomime at Renfrew North Parish Church on the 10th & 11th December!
Tinsel Walk
Join the Clyde Muirshiel Rangers and the Renfrewshire Walking Network for a festive singsong around Lochwinnoch on the annual Tinsel Walk!
Winter Party & Christmas Eve Box Making
Join Wish Upon A Star Entertainment at Dance2inspire, Paisley for their Winter Party & Christmas Eve Box Making event!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Christmas Spectacular at Blair Drummond
Plan a magical family day out at the Safari Park with our Christmas market, dinosaur illuminations, festive fairground rides, Santa procession and Scotland’s biggest Christmas tree!
Maw Goose - Postponed until Christmas 2022
POSTPONED - It's panto time! Boo, hiss and singalong with your friends and family when Maw Goose comes to Macrobert Arts Centre this festive season!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Stirling for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!
Celebrate the Festive Season at Stirling Court Hotel
Whether you’re planning an office Christmas Party, a Santa Lunch with the kids or a Christmas Day Feast, Stirling Court Hotel has your festive season all wrapped up!
Festive Party Night
Celebrate the festive season with friends and colleagues at Stirling Court Hotel's legendary Christmas Party Nights.
Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Stirling
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Stirling!
Autism Santa Lunch
Stirling Court Hotel is proud to offer a unique family experience with an autism inclusive Santa lunch on 5th December.
Elf Family Fun Run 2021
Kick off the festive season with Maggie's Forth Valley Elf Family Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 5th December!
A Christmas Miracle at Rough Castle
Enjoy some festive fun with your family and loved ones as Rough Castle Experiences once again brings the woodland to life in a blaze of colour and light!
Beauty and the Beast
Panto returns to FTH Theatre this festive season with the spectacular Beauty and the Beast, starring Barbara Bryceland as Fairy Fiona and Scott Watson as Wee Frankie McClunkey.
Swede Dreamz
Join us at The Albert Halls Stirling on 10th December for an Abbatastic night out with all the hits you can sing along to!
Drive Thru Santa
Due to popular demand the Edenmill Farm Drive Thru Santa event returns for 2021. Book your ticket now!
Santa Lunch
Join us this year to create special memories for your little ones in a relaxed, fun and fuss-free environment as we welcome Santa back to the Stirling Court Hotel!
Xmas Fayre
Join Maggie's Forth Valley for their annual Christmas Fayre on Sunday 12th December at Dobbie Hall Larbert!
Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
Phil Cunningham brings his massively successful Christmas Songbook back to The Albert Halls on 15th December. What better way to get into the festive spirit!
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Join critically acclaimed theatre company Chapterhouse as Scrooge’s frozen heart begins to melt and he finally embraces the festive spirit in this most Christmassy of Christmas tales.
Alloa Christmas Gin Festival
Welcome to Alloa Christmas Gin Festival 2021. Join us at Alloa Town Hall on Saturday 18th December for local music, fizz bar, games corner and of course... gin!
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