Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
READ MOREThis wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
READ MORECome along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
READ MORESee behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
READ MORELed by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.
READ MOREEarth in Common's weekly Sunday markets return to Leith Community Croft, celebrating local, small businesses, and sustainable products and produce.
READ MOREIKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
READ MOREMartin 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!
READ MORECome and try out the traditional Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do at Gracemount Leisure Centre on Wednesdays & Saturdays!
READ MOREExplore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.
READ MOREIs your child interested in learning an instrument? Then come along to these Saturday classes for ages 10 and 11 at St Mary's Music School Edinburgh!
READ MOREJubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.
READ MOREDon't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!
READ MORELooking 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!
READ MOREKevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels - The Caledonian!
READ MOREEdinburgh 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!
READ MORECome along to Spiel und Plausch (Play and Chat), a place where children can play freely, parents can take a moment, and new friendships can grow.
READ MORETry it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!
READ MOREOne of the most iconic Christmas Markets in Europe, Edinburgh's Christmas Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens showcasing the best in artisan festive products and goods from local makers!
READ MOREThe LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!
READ MOREFree this Winter at St Cecilia's Hall, can you find all 8 snow-people hidden around the galleries and answer each of their questions?
READ MOREExplore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
READ MOREGet your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George Street on the magnificent alpine ice rink!
READ MOREMake Castle of Light: Fire and Ice part of your festive plans and enjoy the largest annual projection show in the UK when it returns for its sixth year!
READ MORELooking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!
READ MORELooking for festive fun that's a little different? Then gather your team and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room for The Deacon’s Cabinet!
READ MORESanta is back at Edinburgh's Christmas this year! Make your little one's day and bring them along to our Santa Experience in West Princes Street Gardens!
READ MOREBy popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!
READ MOREThis Christmas, Fort Kinnaird will be transformed into a festive wonderland filled with seasonal street food, artisan gifts, fairground rides and spectacular circus shows for all to enjoy.
READ MOREThis Christmas, wrap up warm and follow a tale from Edinburgh's fascinating history as you journey through the very sites and locations where it all took place on outdoor escape room adventure!
READ MORECelebrate the magic of Christmas with indulgent, chocolate-filled fun and hands-on festive chocolate making at The Chocolatarium!
READ MOREStep into The Ice Queen's Castle during our family-friendly sessions at The Polar Ice Bar.
READ MOREEnjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.
READ MORESanta's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MORESanta's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Livingston, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MOREThis Christmas, Six by Nico - West End presents A Hollywood Christmas where each course reimagines the nostalgia, magic and warmth of Christmas through flavour and storytelling!
READ MOREThis Christmas, Six by Nico Edinburgh in Hanover Street presents A Hollywood Christmas where each course reimagines the nostalgia, magic and warmth of Christmas through flavour and storytelling!
READ MORECastle Street Christmas Market returns in 2025, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.
READ MOREThis year, the Gyle Shopping Centre is pulling out all the stops for the biggest and brightest Christmas experience yet!
READ MOREOcean Terminal Christmas Market is the place to be for a magical indoor shopping experience.
READ MOREComing to the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh Christmas 2025, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK: Cinderella!
READ MOREMirror Mirror on the wall, what is the greatest panto of all? Join us deep in the forest this Christmas as the Reconnect Regal Theatre presents ‘Snow White’!
READ MOREFor the very first time Go Ape's popular Sundown Adventures will be available at Dalkeith Country Park between 28th November and 30th December.
READ MOREThis festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join Santa for some supper at IKEA Edinburgh.
READ MOREJoin us over the rainbow this Christmas as Reconnect Reconnect Howden Park presents ‘The Wizard of Oz’!
READ MOREStep into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!
READ MOREStep 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!
READ MOREThis festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!
READ MOREEdinburgh 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!
READ MOREConifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 8th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!
READ MOREBig-screen favourites return to Dynamic Earth, including The Polar Express, The Grinch, Home Alone and Elf, shown on selected weekends and daily in the run-up to Christmas.
READ MOREGive your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!
READ MOREGive your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!
READ MOREThis winter, discover the magic of Santa’s Grotto at Dynamic Earth! Meet Santa, then settle in for a storytelling session.
READ MOREBring your little elves into Tigerlily this Christmas for a delicious Afternoon Tea and the chance to meet Santa…
READ MOREEscape the festive hustle and bustle and unwind with an inspiring day of festive creativity at Dovecot Studios Christmas Craft Drop-In sessions!
READ MOREThis free walking tour is fun and funny, performed by local independent tour guides, it will really help you to know the city and understand something about what life is all about!
READ MOREMuseum on the Mound is delighted to be offering fun, free family-friendly activities, trails and handling tables throughout the Winter holidays.
READ MOREEnjoy a SENSORY FRIENDLY supper session with Santa and his elves and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh this December!
READ MOREJoin 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.
READ MOREHop aboard for a truly unforgettable ride on our Vintage Christmas Lights Bus Tour of Edinburgh this December!
READ MOREFollow the yellow brick road to the Corn Exchange Haddington for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.
READ MOREStep back in time for a festive experience like no other. Journey beneath the streets of Edinburgh and discover how the city’s Victorian residents celebrated the season.
READ MORESanta's elves are taking over Almond Valley in the most dazzling way imaginable, decking the halls from top to toe in twinkling lights, festive cheer, and a generous sprinkle of mischief!
READ MOREChristmas 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!
READ MOREMake your little one's evening at Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns extra special this festive season and meet Santa Claus at our Christmas Grotto, which will be inside our Budongo Trail building!
READ MOREMary Claus is coming to Lost Shore this Christmas for a wonderful short theatrical experience! Expect fun, laughter and a whole lot of feelgood!
READ MORECygnets 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!
READ MORESpyglass Books, a bookshop for children's and illustrated books, will open at a permanent location in 2026, but in the meantime we are running a pop-up at Curioso from 8th to 11th December.
READ MOREDon't miss MAMMA MIA! at the Edinburgh Playhouse from December 2025! Enjoy the ultimate feel-good factor at the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical.
READ MORESet in the intimate and warm acoustic of St Vincent’s chapel, Sound Salon's December concerts will be a violin/viola and cello duo with Justyna Jablonska and Emma Lloyd!
READ MOREJoin us at the Institut français d'Écosse for a vibrant and heartfelt theatrical adaptation, directed by Stéphanie Goud and inspired by Victor Hugo’s timeless masterpiece “Les Misérables”!
READ MOREJoin us in store at IKEA Edinburgh on Thursday 11th December as we celebrate the Swedish tradition of Santa Lucia!
READ MOREEdinburgh Acting School is thrilled to be bringing the first ever panto to Summerhall and it's Snow White like you have never seen it before!
READ MOREHeriot-Watt's ever-popular Christmas Carol Celebration is taking place at the Edinburgh campus on Friday, December 12th. Come along for an unforgettable evening of seasonal music and readings!
READ MORECome 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+.
READ MOREJoin the Dementia Trust for a magical evening filled with beautiful music and festive cheer at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on Friday 12th December!
READ MOREJubilo, a long-established Edinburgh choir, are delighted to once again bring their Christmas Concert with the Edinburgh Players to The Parish Church of St Cuthbert on 12th December!
READ MOREThe iconic Christmas family film Home Alone will be brought to life at this special screening featuring live music from the RSNO at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!
READ MOREEdinburgh People's Theatre presents Sinbad the Sailor, a Traditional Pantomime by Alan P Frayn, at Church Hill Theatre this December!
READ MOREEnjoy a very Rudsambee Christmas selection of Choral arrangements from around the World for our Lunchtime concert at the lovely New Town Church on Saturday 13th December!
READ MOREEdinburgh folk and roots community choir Castle Chorus present our Winter Concert in our tenth anniversary year at St Ninians Hall on Saturday 13th December!
READ MOREJoin us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 13th December for a fun festive activity for the whole family to enjoy!
READ MOREJoin Bristo Community Concert Band for an uplifting evening of seasonal music, mulled wine and home baking at Craigsbank Church on Saturday 13th December!
READ MOREThis winter, step into our beautiful twinkling festive space and watch one of your favourite Christmas films here at Lost Shore!
READ MORECome and join us for carols at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on Saturday 13th December! Followed by seasonal refreshments.
READ MORECome along to Gracemount Mansion's annual Community Christmas Party when it returns on Saturday 13th December!
READ MOREThe Muppets reimagine Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol by adding a hilarious and heartfelt touch of Muppet magic in this Dog-Friendly screening at Cameo Picturehouse on 13th December!
READ MOREJoin Edinburgh Bach Choir for their Christmas Concert on Saturday 13th December at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!
READ MOREOnline entries are open for Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club's last fun local event of 2025 at St Mark's Park on Saturday 13th December.
READ MOREJoin the HarmonyChoir for a fun and fanciful concert combining the magic of Christmas with the wonders of the cosmos at Augustine United Church on Saturday 13th December!
READ MOREJoin Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!
READ MOREJoin the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.
READ MORECome along to the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome back Simmerdim, an Edinburgh based a Capella trio, on Saturday 13th December!
READ MOREOn 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!
READ MOREGather round the Scottish Storytelling Centre's Christmas tree for an hour of stories, songs and live harp music on 13th December!
READ MOREJoin us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
READ MOREMake magical memories this Christmas with our Breakfast with Santa experience at Charwood, it's perfect for the whole family!
READ MOREJoin us at The Tarbet on Sunday 14th December for a magical afternoon! Food, dancing, games, prizes, and even a visit from Santa!
READ MORECelebrate the festive season with an evening of beautiful music performed by the pupils of St Mary’s Music School at their much-loved annual Christmas Concert.
READ MOREThe Cookbook Shop is a new, independent culinary bookshop coming to Edinburgh in 2026. Before we open, we'd like to welcome you to our festive pop-up event at Curioso on Leith Walk.
READ MORECome along on 16th December for a special performance by the Robin Chapel Choir, set in the spectacular Stratosphere at Dynamic Earth!
READ MOREThis Christmas, join Recitals for Wrigglers in the Great Gallery of the Palace of Holyroodhouse for a festive concert specially created for babies and toddlers.
READ MOREJoin Octavoce, the award winning acappella group, when they return to the atmospheric setting of Morningside United Church on Wednesday 17th December!
READ MOREFun for all the family is guaranteed in Dunedin Consort’s interactive, 45-minute Children’s Messiah - specially crafted with little ears in mind!
READ MOREThis Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love!
READ MOREJoin Octavoce, the award winning acappella group, when they bring their Candlelit Christmas concert to Stockbridge Parish Church on Thursday 18th December!
READ MORECome celebrate Christmas with the Salvation Army in St Marys Episcopal Cathedral, as we celebrate everything that makes Christmas so special.
READ MOREJoin Opera Caledonia at Stockbridge Parish Church on 19th & 20th December for 'Carols by Candlelight', for a festive evening of entertainment complete with mince pies and mulled wine!
READ MOREJoin the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! Comedian Josie Long will narrate our popular screening of the magical film!
READ MOREFollow the yellow brick road to the Musselburgh for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.
READ MOREThe Ukrainian Youth Partnership are proud to A Christmas Story, performed by and choreographed by the children and adults of the Ukrainian community.
READ MOREOn the 20th and 21st of December join us at Scottish Gas Murrayfield for Sunday brunch with Santa himself!
READ MOREThe Scottish Chamber Choir invites you to their Christmas Concert on Saturday, 20th December at St John's Church, Lothian Road!
READ MOREStep back in time and experience the magic of Christmas in 18th century Edinburgh at The Georgian House!
READ MOREHome Alone, a Christmas classic, is screening at Cameo Picturehouse on 20th Decmeber including an extra treat - Tea & Festive Cakes!
READ MORELeith Toy Hospital & Picture to Puppet’s are holding a Christmas Open Day on 20th December in their new toy making and repair workshop in Musselburgh and would love to celebrate with local families!
READ MOREJoin us on the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome the return of Edinburgh based Little Big Horns on Saturday 20th December!
READ MOREIt’s time to shout “Oh yes it is!” because Macastory are bringing their Panto for wee ones and big ones back to the Scottish Storytelling Centre – and you’re invited!
READ MOREShape Shifters is a joyful magical dance adventure for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.
READ MORECome along and join the festive fun and help Trixiebelle the Elf. She's just been promoted to Santa’s Workshop! The only problem is, she can’t quite get the hang of what she is supposed to do…
READ MOREGet your little cinephiles dressed up in their most festive pyjamas and come along to Cameo Picturehouse for our extra special Kids' Club screening of this Christmas favourite, The Polar Express!
READ MOREThe Secret Room at Lauriston Castle is an unforgettable journey into history, wonder, and imagination.
READ MOREIt’s the most wonderful time of the year... and what better way to start your festive celebrations than with a concert of epic movie music on the weekend before Christmas.
READ MORECreate those special memories they’ll never forget this Christmas at Breakfast with Santa at Montpeliers on 21st and 22nd December!
READ MORECome along to the Village Hotel Club Edinburgh on Sunday 21st December for an afternoon with Santa's Elves and enjoy singing, games and festive activities!
READ MOREPut on your Santa hat and join Blast Running for festive fun at the Santa & Elf Dash, set in the beautiful Cammo Nature Reserve in north-west Edinburgh on Sunday 21st December!
READ MOREMagician Kevin Quantum and special guests are back with astonishing illusions and big laughs in a riotously fun and magical Christmas show for the whole family at Church Hill Theatre!
READ MOREJoin us for an evening of spectacular music, sung by the wonderful Choir of St Mary's Cathedral with brass ensemble, along with traditional readings for Christmas.
READ MOREJoin us on 23rd December at Greyfriars Kirk for a screening of The Snowman with live music from Whitburn Band.
READ MOREFour of Scotland’s leading magicians come together for an evening like no other — minds will be read, laws of nature will be defied, and dad jokes will be told.
READ MOREInsane Magic finally make their MagicFest debut, ending the year with a bang in a Christmas special packed with festive wonder, jaw-dropping illusions, and a sprinkle of fan-favourite classics!
READ MOREIn this exciting hands-on workshop, young people aged 12+ will explore the world of card magic — not just the techniques, but the theatre behind it.
READ MOREBack by popular demand! Scotland’s favourite trickster is jingling all the way into the festive season with a brand-new magic and comedy spectacular.
READ MOREAfter a hugely successful 2025 Edinburgh Fringe run with five-star reviews, Jamie Leonard returns with his most exciting hour yet: Wonder Boy!
READ MOREThis is the first of three great Laldie Ceilidhs on the last three nights of 2025: the Countdown to Hogmanay at the Assembly Roxy.
READ MOREThe spectacular Torchlight Procession will once again light up the city with a river of fire created by over 15,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world!
READ MOREThe Big Shoogle, the world's rockiest Ceilidh band, is playing the second night of the 2025 Countdown to Hogmanay!
READ MOREWhat better way to bring in the new year than with The Haggis Ceilidh Club's Hogmanay Ceilidh Warm-up at The Old Dr Bells Baths on 30th December!
READ MOREJoin in the fun and enjoy the party atmosphere of a traditional Scottish Hogmanay at the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra's annual festive concert!
READ MOREEnjoy a special Bairn’s Hogmanay Ceilidh Club giving young party-goers a chance to join the celebrations with a huge family ceilidh, live music, dancing and Hogmanay fun for all.
READ MOREThe world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!
READ MOREJoin us for our Annual Hogmanay dinner and party at McGonagalls Gin and Whisky Emporium!
READ MOREA big ceilidh for a big night. Four and a half hours long, up to and after the bells, with HotScotch Ceilidh Band.
READ MORERing in 2026 with an unforgettable Ceilidh Street Party at Edinburgh Street Food - a night of dancing, great food, and electric atmosphere under the neon lights!
READ MOREHaggis Ceilidhs are hosting two family hogmanay parties to give families and friends an opportunity to experience an interactive, fun, authentic and energetic ceilidh during the day!
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Enjoy a screening of Frank Capra's 1946 classic feel-good movie It's a Wonderful Life at Eastwood Park Theatre on Thursday 18th or Tuesday 23rd December!
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Join East Renfrewshire Libraries teams for special one-off Festive Bookbug sessions and jingle all the way with Christmas songs, rhymes and stories!
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Santa will arrive at The Avenue Shopping Centre on Sunday 30th November and will be in centre every Sunday until Christmas!
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Taking place at The Stables from 12pm - 4pm on Sunday 14th December, our Christmas market is packed to the rim with crafters and makers bringing you a wealth of gifts for all.
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Bowhouse Market Weekends are a celebration of the best food and drink from Fife and beyond with a host of food and drink producers and the opportunity to try a great selection of street food.
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Make this Christmas extra special - share a magical morning of good food, festive fun and a sprinkle of zoo adventure with the whole family.
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Make your Christmas Day one to remember and join the team at The Maverick for their Christmas Day Party hosted by Jack Heavenor!
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Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies offer FREE breastfeeding support to families in the Greater Glasgow area, join them for their weekly support group at Hillhead Community Centre on Mondays!
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Enchanting characters are performed by Scottish Ballet's dancers in the Wee Nutcracker, a specially adapted version of the beloved festive ballet at Tramway!
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Looking for something different for your next family day? Swap the screens for live basketball entertainment and enjoy big energy, music, mascots and a safe crowd for all ages!
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Enjoy a traditional Hogmanay Ceilidh at Cumbernauld New Town Hall and welcome in the new year in style!
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Clyde Wind Ensemble are delighted to present a range of fabulous festive music at their annual Christmas concert on Thursday 18th December at Claremont Parish Church in East Kilbride!
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Kick off this Christmas with a magical morning of food, fun, and a very special visit from Santa Claus himself at one of Ardgowan Hospice's Breakfast With Santa events!
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Join Bowfield Hotel & Spa for their annual Christmas Market & Fun Days on Sundays 7th and 14th December... it's completely free to attend, just drop by and join in the fun!
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Unleash your creativity with singer-songwriter Erin Hephzibah on Musical Mondays at Art Riot Studio, where kids will learn to write and create their own songs!
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Shoppers of all ages will be able to get into the festive spirit with a visit to the Thistles Christmas Grotto and help raise vital funds for Strathcarron Hospice!
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Come along to Inglewood House & Spa for Olaf's Adventure and a magical themed Afternoon Tea with entertainment from a special Arendelle resident!
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Still looking for Christmas presents? Then come along to Craft Central Festive Market in Dunblane this December for a beautiful selection of gifts!
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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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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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Step into a world of festive wonder this December at Kelburn's Christmas Tales with Santa — a magical experience with fun for the whole family!
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