Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh in November 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This 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.
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Family Print Club
Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!
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Portobello Local Market
Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Makers Market
Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
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Newhailes Market
Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Makers Market at Lind & Lime
Support The Makers is delighted to return to Lind & Lime in 2025 with up to 28 makers!
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
Led 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.
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Your Art World
Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.
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A Trail of Burke & Hare
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, A Trail of Burke & Hare!
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Sunday Market on the Croft
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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IKEA: Magical Patterns
IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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Tang Soo Do
Come and try out the traditional Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do at Gracemount Leisure Centre on Wednesdays & Saturdays!
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Find Out Fridays
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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Royal Rhyme Time
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.
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What’s Up: Dark Matter Detectives
Join our in-house astronomers for the latest edition of our seasonal ‘What’s Up?’ presenter-led Planetarium show!
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German Rhyme Time for Under 5s
You are warmly invited to join us at the German Church for our Rhyme Time for Under 5s, once a month during term time!
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Nurturing Pregnancy Walk
These Nurturing Mothers monthly walks are an informal gathering to meet other pregnant people, to share experiences, ask questions, and prepare together for birth and early parenting.
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Christ Church, Morningside!
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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
With the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.
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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park
Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Monsters and Myths Trail
This October, embark on the Monsters & Myths Trail – a thrilling journey where legendary creatures come to life!
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Family Learning Festival at Museum on the Mound
Join us at the Museum on the Mound throughout the Family Learning Festival for fun, free family-friendly activities, trails and handling tables!
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Saturday Music Classes
Is 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!
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Edinburgh
By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Edinburgh this Halloween!
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By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Livingston this Halloween!
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Jubilate Children’s Choir
Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.
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Curiosity Club
Leave your grown-ups at the door and jump into a Curiosity Club for these exciting, hands-on sessions for curious kids aged 7 – 11 at the National Museum of Scotland!
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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour
Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!
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Pup-kin Patch at Dobbies Edinburgh
Bring your furry friends to Dobbies Edinburgh for a special dog-friendly event where your pup can pick their very own autumn-themed toy from our doggie pumpkin patch!
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Bring your furry friends to Dobbies Livingston for a special dog-friendly event where your pup can pick their very own autumn-themed toy from our doggie pumpkin patch
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Crafternoons
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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Fireflies for Peace - Free Kids Music Workshop
Calling all kids aged 8–14! Join Firefly International for a one-day music and peace workshop on Saturday 1st November at St Cecilia's Hall!
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KIDZ BOP Live Certified BOP Tour
The KIDZ BOP Kids, Aleah, Cliff, Matty and Shila, are bringing their LIVE Certified BOP Tour back to the UK! Don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 1st November!
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Newhailes Haunted Halloween Trail
Come and visit our haunted trail this Halloween, walk through the estate and follow the clues, finishing up in our front lawn for fun games. Its going to be spooktacular.
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RCSEd & SQ Charity Ceilidh
Get ready for a night of dancing, fun and great food at the RCSEd & SQ Staff Ceilidh on Saturday, 1st November!
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Starlight Walk Edinburgh
Join Sands, the UK's leading pregnancy and baby loss charity, on Saturday 1st November for the Starlight Walk Edinburgh!
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The Enchanted Snake
Join Dunedin Consort at the Lyra Theatre for a fantastical, musical adventure and journey with them through magical realms for The Enchanted Snake!
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Urban Market at Potterrow
Urban Market is a new monthly market held in Edinburgh University's Potterrow on the first Saturday of the month!
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Edinburgh Diwali
The South Asian festival of Diwali, which is celebrated by different cultures and religions all over the world, returns to Edinburgh with a multi-cultural feast of light, music and dance!
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Fawkes Festival: Royal Highland Centre - CANCELLED
Get ready to be blown away when Scotland’s fabulous fireworks extravaganza Fawkes Festival returns to the Royal Highland Centre in November!
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Insane Championship Wrestling: We’re No Fae Here
Insane Championship Wrestling heads to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 2nd November!
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Meet the Gruffal...Oh! Storytelling Event
Join Whirly Gig at Bridgend Farmhouse Cafe for a fun and engaging session including a fox in a suit, a rather dashing owl, and who knows.. maybe there is such a thing as a Gruffal.....O!
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Monster Bash
Join us at The Tarbet Edinburgh for a Children's Halloween Party with some dancing, games, loads of fun, and prize for the best costume!
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Pee-wee’s Big Adventure - Family friendly film screening
For one night only on 2nd November, Leith Kino goes family friendly! This cult classic is a more colourful twist on Halloween fun for all ages.
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SLA Fireworks Extravaganza 2025
The Scottish Love in Action Fireworks Extravaganza 2025 is taking place on Sunday 2nd November at Myreside Stadium.
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Edinburgh Gang Show
The Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2025 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!
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Synaesthesia – An interactive photography exhibition by Ben Lesko
Synaesthesia, an interactive photography exhibition by Ben Lesko, is showing at Leith Makers from 5th - 9th November!
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Cosy and Create: Sip and Paint!
Come along to IKEA Edinburgh on Thursday 6th November for a creative night as you decorate your own vase to take home – perfect for winter blooms or holiday décor!
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Edinburgh Magic at The Caledonian
Kevin 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!
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Come along to Leith Makers on Friday 7th November for the Open Reception of Synaesthesia, an interactive photography exhibition by Ben Lesko!
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Bristo Community Concert Band @ Music on the Mezzanine
Enjoy some fantastic music from Bristo Community Concert Band at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 8th November!
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Elf School
This November, Elf School is coming to The Centre, Livingston – a magical (and slightly mischievous) experience where kids become honorary elves-in-training, with help from Santa’s own helpers.
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Ethan Ward Quiet Concert II: Prana: North Indian classical and fusion music
Join us at St Cecilia's Hall on 8th November for this month’s quiet concert featuring music from Prana: North Indian classical and fusion music for sitar, tabla, violin, bansuri and handpan!
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Ronnie Rusack Flotilla of Lights
The ever popular annual Ronnie Rusack Flotilla of Light, organised by the Lowland Canals Association, will return on Saturday 8th November to Edinburgh's Union Canal!
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Spoken Word Supper Club
A vibrant evening of spoken word fuelled by food and fierce new writing by young people living in West Lothian.
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B’s Vintage Market
B's Vintage are back in November with their final event of 2025 at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Sunday 9th!
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Talk and book signing with Nina Six
Come along to the Institut français d’Écosse on 11th November when Nina Six will be discussing her work and signing copies of her graphic novels.
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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns
Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!
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Play and Chat - German Parent-and-Child Group
Come 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.
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3D2D Newbattle Abbey Christmas Fair
Returning to this glorious venue, 3D2D Events bring you Christmas at Newbattle Abbey on 15th and 16th November 2025.
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer
Try 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!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Market
One 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!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: LNER Big Wheel
The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!
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Festive Gold Leaf Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop
Discover eco-friendly resin to create a unique festive tray with gold leaf in this workshop run by Polymorphics on 15th November!
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Meet and Greet with Miraphora Mina
Join us on 15th & 16th November for a special event celebrating one year of House of MinaLima Edinburgh!
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Mozart Mass in C Minor
The Meadows Chamber Orchestra, Scottish Chamber Choir & Calton Consort reunite for Mozart's majestic Mass in C minor, in the Parish Church of St Cuthbert on Saturday 15th November.
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Open Studios
Discover creativity at Wasps Riverside House inaugural Open Studios Day! Meet artists, explore their workspaces and experience our newest creative community!
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Screening of Nina and the Hedgehog’s Secret
Nina and the Hedgehog’s Secret is an exquisite and enchanting new animated feature, featuring the voice talents of beloved French cinema icons Audrey Tautou and Guillaume Canet.
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St Cecilia’s Big Celebration Day 2025
Join us at St Cecilia's Hall on Saturday, 15 November for our annual celebration of the eclectic music-making that goes on across Edinburgh all-year round!
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The Stewart Brothers Guitar Duo: Evocative Covers on Spanish Guitar
The Stewart Brother are delighted to share their instrumental arrangements of songs without words on Saturday 15th November at St Columba's by the Castle.
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Winter Family Trail
Free this Winter at St Cecilia's Hall, can you find all 8 snow-people hidden around the galleries and answer each of their questions?
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German Messy Church for Kids
The German Church in Edinburgh invites families with children of pre-school and primary school age to sing, play, craft and pray!
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Get Ready For Christmas - East Linton
Come along and support this Makers' Market at East Linton Community Hall, featuring local crafters and gifts stalls, also three ticketed Art Workshops in aid of Make 2nds Count.
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Irish Heritage Day
Leith’s favourite Irish bar is hosting a proper celebration of Irish culture, and you’re invited. Don't miss a full day of language, music, sport, food, and serious craic!
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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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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating
Get your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George Street on the magnificent alpine ice rink!
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Luke Combs Tribute
Nearly Combs, the Luke Combs Tribute show, has announced a show at Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Murrayfield on Thursday 20th November!
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Open Evening: Neurodivergent young people aged 16+
An Open Evening is being held at Gate, a West Lothian-based wellbeing and skills development service supporting neurodivergent young people, as they transition from school to adult life.
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Castle Of Light
Make 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!
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!
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Haunted Leith Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares this November on a hair-raising ghost walk through the historic back streets of Leith!
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The Wild Robot
Join us at WHALE Arts on Friday 21st November for a free community screening of The Wild Robot, everyone welcome!
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The Winter Village at Fort Kinnaird
This 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.
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A History of Fashion – For Everyone
Travel through time with Dovecot Director Celia Joicey to learn how fashion influences how we dress, how we feel about ourselves and – significantly – how we look - aimed at everyone from 7+!
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Belesama (Au plaisir des dames)
The Baroque Ménagerie - An exploration of animal and bird life in music from the 16th to the 18th centuries. To include music by Purcell, Monteverdi, Gibbons, Biber, Clérambault & Telemann.
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Christmas at The Chocolatarium
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with indulgent, chocolate-filled fun and hands-on festive chocolate making at The Chocolatarium!
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Come & Try Orienteering at Blackford Hill
Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club is holding a family-friendly, Come and Try Orienteering afternoon at Blackford Hill & The Hermitage at Braid on Saturday 22nd November.
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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show
The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories
Santa is back at Edinburgh's Christmas this year! Make your little one's day and bring them along to our Santa Experience in St Andrew's Square!
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Festive Gold Leaf Bubble Trinket Dish - Eco-resin Craft Workshop
In this workshop run by Polymorphics, explore the world of sustainable resin by adding gold leaf to make a beautiful and festive bubble trinket dish!
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HelloArt Christmas Market
Get ready to step into a world of Christmas magic with HelloArt’s very first Christmas Market at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 22nd November!
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Linlithgow Antique Vintage and Collectors Fair
Don't miss the Linlithgow Antique, Vintage and Collectors Fair with all proceeds going towards Linlithgow Heritage Trust!
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Old Town Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares for a night of thrills and chills in Edinburgh's Old Town that you won't soon forget!
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Tea Green Winter Market: National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait
Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Winter Market at the National Galleries Scotland: Portrait on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November!
READ MOREThe Accidentals @ Music on the Mezzanine
The Accidentals, an Edinburgh based amateur classical guitar ensemble, have a wide-ranging repertoire and you can catch them at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 22nd November!
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The McDougalls: Winter Wonderland
Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at Reconnect Howden Park for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!
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Edinburgh’s Magical Christmas
The Lauriston Christmas magic show is back! Witness startling magic and uplifting mystery, inspired by history and legends of the city of Edinburgh, in a lavish, historic setting.
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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop
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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Hot Chocolate 5k & 10k
Join Blast Running for the Hot Chocolate 5K & 10K on Sunday 23rd November. We’ll be hitting the prom together and celebrating at the finish line with a well-deserved hot chocolate to warm you up!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!
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Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Livingston, and this year it's even more magical!
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The Little Children’s Market Scotland - Edinburgh
The Little Children's Market Scotland is delighted to be making its West Edinburgh debut in Oriam, Heriot-Watt University on Sunday 23rd November!
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Castle Street Christmas Market
Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2025, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.
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Gyle Winter Wonderland
This year, the Gyle Shopping Centre is pulling out all the stops for the biggest and brightest Christmas experience yet!
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Endless Cookie Scottish Premier
Scottish Documentary Institute is delighted to present Endless Cookie (2025), a kooky animated documentary from Seth and Peter Scriver at Filmhouse on 26th November.
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It’s A Wonderful Life
Based on the critically acclaimed Frank Capra movie, Mary Elliott Nelson's reimagining is a joyful story of love, hope and community.
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The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live Orchestra
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 November 26th!
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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market
Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is the place to be for a magical indoor shopping experience.
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Scottish Ballet: The Snow Queen
Scottish Ballet’s spectacular and much-loved production of The Snow Queen returns to the Festival Theatre stage in 2025!
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Bookbug at Abbey Strand
Come along to the very first Bookbug session in the historic Abbey Strand Centre at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Friday 28th November!
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Cinderella: A Fairytale
Coming to the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh Christmas 2025, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK: Cinderella!
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Gathering of the Clans Presented By Lost Shore & 50th Celebration of Scottish Surfing
This special weekend at Lost Shore marks five decades of Scottish surf culture, competition, and community – bringing together surfers, fans, and the public!
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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 28th to 30th November!
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Snow White
Mirror 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’!
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Sundown Adventures
For the very first time Go Ape's popular Sundown Adventures will be available at Dalkeith Country Park between 28th November and 30th December.
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Supper with Santa
This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join Santa for some supper at IKEA Edinburgh.
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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations for Children - Eco Resin Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll immerse yourself in the art of creating eco-resin Christmas decorations.
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The Night Market UK - Edinburgh Christmas Special
The Night Market UK returns to their favourite home, The Biscuit Factory, for a winter edition packed with indie spirit, warm vibes, and small business brilliance!
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The Wizard of Oz - Panto 2025
Join us over the rainbow this Christmas as Reconnect Reconnect Howden Park presents ‘The Wizard of Oz’!
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WinterFest
Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Beyond Monet & Beyond Van Gogh
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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Breakfast with Santa
This festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!
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Christmas Market and Open Days
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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Christmas Markets at The Pitt
Get ready for a weekend of festive cheer as The Pitt transforms into a wintry wonderland of food, fun, and fabulous finds!
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Conifox Christmas Experience
Conifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 8th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!
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Fairy Circle: Part of Fair Saturday 2025
Come along to the home of Scottish storytelling for a drop-in session of traditional tales with storytellers Mark Borthwick and Alice Fernbank on Saturday 29th November!
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Family Drawing Workshop
Take inspiration from drawings in our latest exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance and join us for a special family drawing workshop.
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Family Yoga: Mixed Age Group
Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories.
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Festive Family Films
Big-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.
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Festive Makers Market
Enjoy a unique festive shopping experience at Edinburgh Open Workshop’s Makers Market on 29th November!
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German Christmas Fair
You are warmly invited to the Christmas Fair at the German Church, on Saturday 29th November!
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Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert
For the first time ever, Jim Henson's original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth is to tour the UK in concert, don't miss it live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 29th November!
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Kaizen at Barnton Bunker - A Collaborative Art Experience for Fair Saturday
Barnton Bunker will host Kaizen, a free, hands-on art experience featuring 5–10 evolving artworks across the underground spaces of Scotland’s largest nuclear bunker on Fair Saturday 29th November.
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Runa Simi Screening + Sing-Along
Scottish Documentary Institute is excited to present Runa Simi (2025), a powerful call to action for Indigenous representation and language justice.
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Sangstream Sings Songs of Land and Sea
Join Sangstream, an Edinburgh-based community choir, at the beautiful venue of St Cecilia’s Hall for an afternoon of folk song on Saturday 29th November!
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Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!
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Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!
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Santa’s Grotto
This winter, discover the magic of Santa’s Grotto at Dynamic Earth! Meet Santa, then settle in for a storytelling session.
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Storytime Christmas Special
Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse for a magical Christmas Storytime filled with festive tales and crafts on Saturday 29th November!
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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll create beautiful terrazzo decorations that will sparkle throughout the holiday season.
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The Eric Liddell Community’s Annual Christmas Craft Fair
Get into the festive spirit at The Eric Liddell Community's much-loved Christmas Craft Fair on 29th November – a perfect day out for the whole family!
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Together in Song - A Celebration of Musicals
Join the Chapter House Singers for an evening of songs from the Musicals at St Vincent’s Chapel, Stockbridge on Saturday 29th November!
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Vive la France • Opera Festival •
Join Opera Caledonia for a day of concerts & events celebrating the vast variety of musical & dramatic styles of French opera, set in the stunning surroundings of the Institut français d’Écosse!
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Winter Open Studios
The artists and makers at Abbeymount Studios are once again opening their studio doors for the annual Winter Open Studios Weekend on 29th and 30th November.
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Afternoon Tea with Santa
Bring your little elves into Tigerlily this Christmas for a delicious Afternoon Tea and the chance to meet Santa…
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Family Christmas Bauble Workshop
Create your own Christmas Baubles using Patchwork Fabric Scraps at this family workshop held in Birchwood Art Studio on Sunday 30th November!
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Fashion Sale
Join Volunteer Edinburgh on 30th November for a fabulous day of sustainable shopping, sweet treats, and community spirit at our fundraising fashion sale in aid of the Community Taskforce project!
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Festive Wreath-Making Classes
Join us for a festive afternoon at Rabble Edinburgh as you craft your own beautiful Christmas wreath under the expert guidance from the Edinburgh Craft Club.
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Holistic Ways Festival
The Holistic Ways Festival is back for 2025 and returns to Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 30th November!
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New Voices / Old Stories: Short Film Screening + Q&A
Join the Scottish Documentary Institute on 30th November for a special screening event of short documentaries that explore tradition, identity and community through the eyes of young Scots.
READ MOREThe Little Children’s Market Scotland - West Lothian
The Little Children's Market Scotland comes to West Lothian on Sunday 30th November with amazing baby & children's preloved goodies up for grabs!
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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes
The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at Newton Mearns Parish Church!
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Cinderella
Eastwood Park Theatre has announced its panto production for 2025 will be the magical fairy tale, Cinderella!
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Macmillan Cancer Support Annual Art Exhibition
The Eastwood Macmillan Cancer Support Committee are holding their annual Art Exhibition and Sale at Whitecraigs Tennis Club between November 14th and 16th!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Cupar Youth Musical Theatre presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid
The incredible local young performers from Cupar Youth Musical Theatre are delighted to present Disney’s The Little Mermaid at the Corn Exchange Cupar from 12th to 15th November!
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Late Night Christmas Market
Don't miss Fife Makers and Artists long standing late night Christmas market at the Corn Exchange Cupar!
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Santa Paws at Dobbies Dunfermline
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Dunfermline!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Family Baking Session: Bake Some Scottish Snowballs
In this Family Baking Session at Mackintosh at the Willow their Head Chef, Jaz Spears, will teach you and your family how to bake some Scottish snowballs!
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Rangers Women v Celtic Women
The spotlight shines brightly this week as Rangers and Celtic Women prepare to face off in one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season - a thrilling Friday Night Under The Lights encounter!
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Capturing the Moment: Glasgow Then and Now
To celebrate Glasgow's 850th anniversary, students from Shawlands Academy have teamed up with Glasgow Life Museums to celebrate by curating this touring exhibition!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Lanark Christmas Market & Christmas Lights Switch On
Lanark's Christmas festivities kick off with the enormously popular Lanark Christmas Market on Saturday 15th November, culminating with the switch on of the town's festive lights by Santa!
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Strathaven Hotel Christmas Fair
Stock up on great gifts and get some fabulous and unique ideas for Christmas at Strathaven Hotel's annual Christmas Fair on Sunday 30th November!
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Stargazing at New Lanark
A spectacular stargazing event will take place at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of New Lanark on their rooftop garden on Saturday 15th November!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Johnstone Christmas Lights Switch On
Johnstone will once again be transformed into a winter wonderland on Saturday 29th November with a variety of activities on offer to put everyone in the festive spirit!
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Glasgow Clan vs Guildford Flames
Friday night hockey returns to Braehead Arena as the Glasgow Clan go head-to-head with the Guildford Flames in Elite Ice Hockey League action!
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Cardwell Garden Centre’s Christmas Switch On
Meet Santa & Rudolph, enjoy some Christmas shopping, carol singers, food tasting, and so much more at Cardwell Garden Centre's Christmas Switch On event on Thursday 6th November!
READ MOREFamily And Kids Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stirling Christmas Lights Switch On and Parade
Come and join Santa in Stirling’s free family parade to celebrate switching on the Christmas lights.
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Tim Kliphuis Trio at Music in Dollar
The Tim Kliphuis Trio is one of the world’s top string groups. Don't miss them when they play Gibson Hall in Dollar on Sunday 23rd November!
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Strathcarron Hospice Vintage Fair
Come along to Bridge of Allan Parish Church on Saturday 8th November for the Strathcarron Hospice Vintage Fair!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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The Wandering Witches of Culzean
Can you help the little witches at Culzean Castle and Country Park find the missing ingredient before the witching hour begins?
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival
The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) is back from 20th October to 9th November 2025, exploring the theme of Comfort & Disturb.
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Arran Festival of Food and Drink
The Isle of Arran is looking forward to holding its fourth festival of food and drink that celebrates the local produce that comes from the island's unique terroir and micro-climate!
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Troon Round Table Fireworks
Troon Round Table's annual fireworks display will take place on Saturday 1st November!
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Kilwinning Community Fireworks
Kilwinning Community Events are delighted to host their annual Community Fireworks Display at McGavin Park on Wednesday 5th November!
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Ayr Rugby Club Fireworks Festival
Ayr's biggest and best Fireworks Festival is being held at Dam Park Stadium on Friday 7th November 2025!
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Ayrshire Hospice Winter Fair
Enjoy a magical day browsing festive stalls, listening to live entertainment, visiting Santa and taking part in fundraising activities when Ayrshire Hospice's Winter Fair returns on November 15th!
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Crosshouse Children’s Fund Christmas Fayre
Kickstart the festive season and experience a magical, family friendly day out at the Crosshouse Children's Fund Christmas Fayre!
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Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2025 festival will be held between between the 17th and 23rd November!
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