Workshops Events in Edinburgh in October 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh
This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh
Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.
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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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Forest Bathing at Lauriston
Join Dr Eve Hepburn on a relaxing forest bathing journey at in Lauriston Castle Gardens!
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Photo Plate Lithography Weekend
Explore layering images in colour to create painterly prints with a delicacy of mark and tone, characteristic to this medium, at Edinburgh Printmakers' Photo Plate Lithography Weekend.
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Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop
Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!
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Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
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Forest Bathing Taster Sessions
Come along to these lovely Forest Bathing taster sessions with Wild Rose Forest Therapy in St. Mark's Park!
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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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Artphobes Anonymous Workshop
Does the thought of drawing a picture on a blank page fill you with a sense of self doubt, frustration and certain failure- before you have even begun? If so, this workshop is for you.
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Scots Music Group Classes
Join the Scots Music Group for their new session of classes in traditional music taking place on various dates and venues through September to November!
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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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Copperplate Minuscules – Half-Day Workshop
Discover the beauty and rhythm of Copperplate script in this focused 4-hour workshop dedicated to minuscules (lowercase letters) with Panda Scribes in Linlithgow.
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Full Moon Sound Bath Meditation
Come and tap into living in balance with cycle of the moon and through it rediscover and strengthen your instinct and intuition at this Full Moon Sound Bath Meditation with Marcela Tršová!
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Castle Chorus Weekly Rehearsal
Castle Chorus is a small, friendly choir open to anybody who loves singing. If you’re interested in coming along, singing some songs and meeting new people, feel free to just turn up on a Thursday!
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Kizomba Beginners Course
Learn a new skill and join Dança Kizomba Edinburgh's structured kizomba beginners course every Monday for 4 weeks, starting on 15th September!
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Have fun learning Salsa!
Join OnOne Salsa's beginner-friendly 7-week Salsa Crossbody Beginners Foundations course, starting on 16th September!
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Ready to Dance Cuban Rueda
This 7-week course run by OnOne Salsa is perfect for dancers who want to start learning Rueda Casino in a fun & friendly way!
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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall
Reconfigure welcomes all ages and all abilities, in an atmosphere of warmth and creativity, at these Life Drawing classes in Summerhall's iconic Anatomy Lecture Theatre.
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Historical Georgian Dance Classes
Join the Edinburgh Quadrille Society and learn dances from the Jane Austen / Bridgerton era at Institut français d'Écosse!
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Learn French with Comic Books in Edinburgh
Decode French comics, boost your French, and meet fellow learners over snacks & drinks at these free Edinburgh workshops run by Say Oui To Français!
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European Wooden Surfboard Meet 2025
The European Wooden Surfboard Meet 2025 comes to Scotland for the first time at Lost Shore Surf Resort from 3rd to 5th October.
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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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Drawing the Female Form
Come along to The Salisbury Centre on 4th October for a fun and empowering session where we celebrate the beauty and strength of the female form through art!
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Edinburgh BMX Workshops
If your kid loves bikes (or just needs a bit of encouragement), The Scottish BMX School's workshops are a brilliant way to get them moving, learning, and smiling!
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HelloArt Asian-Led Market
This October, HelloArt invites you to experience the traditions and creativity of this festival through our Asian-Led Market at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 4th October!
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Interior Design Masterclass with Lunch
Join Aleksandra J. Hannah from Skela Studio for this full-day Masterclass on 4th October at The Scotsman Hotel, perfect for anyone looking to transform their space or explore their creative side.
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Make Your Own Upcycled Vest from a Quilt - Sewing Course
Design and sew your own upcycled vest from a quilt or blanket over this 3-week sewing course in Edinburgh, starting on Saturday 4th October.
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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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Spinner Ring Workshop
Make your own fashionable silver spinner ring with Leith Jewellery Studios at the Out of The Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 4th October!
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Workshop: Funding & Finances with Ailie Robertson
In this practical workshop at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Ailie Robertson will demystify the funding landscape and share tools and strategies to help you take control of your finances.
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Workshop: Recording & Releasing Your Music with Tom Oakes
Join multi-instrumentalist and producer Tom Oakes at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for a practical workshop on recording and releasing your music, from initial concept to final release.
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An Introduction To Papercut Art
Have you always fancied learning how to papercut? The join Edinburgh artist Papercut Punk for this entertaining and relaxing workshop in Portobello Town Hall on Sunday 5th October!
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Drawing in the Autumn
Join Drill Hall based artist Felicity Inkpen for a seasonal series of drawing workshops, suitable for beginners and more experienced artists alike!
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Forest Bathing Walk & Nature Clay Impressions Experience
Embrace the calm of the forest and awaken your creativity with a guided experience that blends the restorative practice of Forest Bathing with the tactile joy of creating Nature Clay Impressions.
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Chickens Painting Party at Brew Dog Dog House
Join The Paint Club on 7th October as we painting 3 quirky and colourful chickens this month!
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Intermediate Embellishment: Motif Workshop
Join us at Dovecot Studios on 10th October for this motif workshop and create a small, embroidered patch that can be sewn onto an old item of clothing, cushion or bag.
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Know Your Overlocker
Overlockers are amazing machines. This Know Your Overlocker workshop run by Artisan Stitch will show you how versatile your overlocker can be.
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Autumnal Pressed Flowers Tray
Learn how to create your own flowery tray using Eco-friendly materials in this craft workshop run by Polymorphics on Saturday 11th October!
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Decorative Felt Letter Workshop
Create your own hand embroidered felt letter decoration, filled with colourful folk art patterns and floral details on this workshop at Dovecot Studios.
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Eco-Flock Printing on Handmade Paper
Join the FLOCC Team — Sara Robertson, Sarah Taylor and Annika Syrjämäki — for a relaxed, hands-on afternoon exploring the art of eco-flock printing at Dovecot on Saturday 11th October.
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HARVEST: Contemporary Craft Fair
Craft Scotland is delighted to present HARVEST: Contemporary Craft Fair, our new living showroom and multi-disciplinary selling exhibition, coming to the City Art Centre from 11th to 19th October.
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Linocut Workshop
Learn the basics of making a linocut print in this beginners class at Dovecot Studios on 11th October.
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Storytime: The Fables of La Fontaine
Join us at the Institut français d’Écosse on 11th October for a special Heure du conte dedicated to the famous Fables of La Fontaine, with tales and craft workshop!
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The Greatest Showman Workshop: Live and Online
Join Pirita on 11th October for a magical dance experience inspired by The Greatest Showman – no experience needed, just bring your energy and a touch of circus flair!
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The Greatest Showman Workshop: Live and Online
Ready to let your inner star shine? Join us for a magical dance workshop inspired by The Greatest Showman on Saturday 11th October – no experience needed!
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Uncial Calligraphy - Half-day workskop
Step back in time and join Panda Scribes for this 4-hour workshop exploring the timeless beauty of Uncial script, a rounded, majuscule hand used in medieval manuscripts.
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Crafternoons
Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the October break? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions at the Scottish Parliament every day (except Sundays)!
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Edinburgh October Camp 2025 at George Watson’s College
Exercise your child's mind this October Half Term at the Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!
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Magical Patterns: Family Craft Day
Step into a world of colour, creativity and imagination at Dovecot and enjoy a visit to IKEA: Magical Patterns during our Autumn drop-in Family Craft event on 13th October!
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October Holiday Club
Join the Dynamic Earth team for four days of discovery and adventure this October with our October Holiday Club in Edinburgh.
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Witches or Healers
Hear the story of Agnes Sampson, a woman accused of witchcraft and discover the scents of some of the herbs Agnes would have been familiar with as she worked as a local healer.
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Autumn Explorers
Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Jungle Threads!
Kick off October half-term at IKEA Edinburgh and let your little ones unleash their creativity with crafts inspired by our new SANDLÖPARE range!
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One-Day Kids Sewing Workshop
Join Remode Collective for this hands-on workshop focuses on practical sewing techniques that kids can use right away to repair, create, and customise their own items. Suitable for 8-14 years.
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After Hours Creative club: Collage Workshop
Join Concrete Nature at Field Studio in Edinburgh on Wednesday 15th October for a playful collage workshop to celebrate the arrival of autumn!
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Pumpkin Storage Jar
Add some festive charm to your home this autumn with a handmade pumpkin-shaped eco-resin storage jar!
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Family Afternoon: Story Collage / Histoires en papier
In this hands-on workshop at the Institut français d’Écosse, kids will dive into the colorful world of collage to create their very own stories.
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Sculpted Seashores
Dive into a world of texture, colour, and movement in this 1-day Sculpted Seashores workshop run by Artisan Stitch on Friday 17th October!
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Book event: Sibeal Pounder
Do you have the GUTS to join the Fright Club? Join bestselling children’s author Sibeal Pounder to celebrate the publication of her brand new spooky book series, Fright Club.
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Halloween Ghost Tray - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Get into the spirit of the season and join Polymorphics for a fun workshop where you'll learn to create a spooky Halloween ghost tray with eco-resin!
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Hotpod Yoga Open Day - Free Classes
Hotpod Yoga Edinburgh is opening the doors to welcome new faces on Saturday 18th October. Join us in the studio and experience what the pod is all about!
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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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Needle Felting Workshop: 3D Wool Pumpkins with Felting Scotland
Come and enjoy a relaxing creative session learning the art of needle felting while making your very own charming 3D felt pumpkin on this workshop run by Village Green Gatherings on 18th October!
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Rooted in Love: Autumn Pregnancy Retreat
Enjoy a day of self care and connection on this Autumn Pregnancy Day Retreat at the serene Beechbraes Woodland Centre on the 18th October!
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Soul Gathering
Join us for the Soul Gathering Festival, a one-day celebration of connection, creativity, and wellbeing at The Pitt on Saturday 18th October!
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Macrame Wall Hanger Workshop
Spend a fabulously relaxing Sunday afternoon with us in the sewing & textile studio and craft a beautiful macramé wall hanging!
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Beginner’s Sewing Class - Weekday Workshop
Join us for a full day in the sewing & textile workshop and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a fabulous cushion cover with your newly learned skills.
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Journaling for Mad Minds
This workshop celebrates a unique writing practice offering refuge, reflection and playtime to the busy mind.
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Pumpkin Candle Holders
Celebrate the cosy charm of autumn with a creative evening of crafting and make a set of two pumpkin-shaped eco-resin candle holders — perfect for bringing seasonal warmth to your home.
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Bookbinding with Woven Spine Workshop
Join Edinburgh based Bookbinder Cass Barron on 23rd October at Dovecot Studios to create a leather or pleather bound sketchbook with a woven spine!
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Breton Dance Workshop
Step into the lively world of Breton dance with BreizhAlba at the Institut français d'Ecosse on 25th October!
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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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Viking Weave Pendant Necklace Workshop
Learn how to double loop Viking Weave with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 25th October!
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Watercolor Workshop inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Discover the iconic Scottish artist’s delicate floral designs, and learn step by step how to mimic his style in elegant watercolours, all this in a creative and welcoming atmosphere.
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Creating Space
Creating Space is a creative workshop supporting wellbeing, open to Health All Round participants in Edinburgh.
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Paint a Stag at Brewhemia with The Paint Club
The Paint Club is back with Brewhemia in Edinburgh on 28th October, this time painting a stag in an autumnal forest.
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The Power of Place
Join artist Ian Macintosh as he delves into place as a compelling subject, exploring how our surroundings have the power to comfort or disturb.
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Autumn Forage and Feast with mycologist Nev Kilkenny
Join Village Green Gatherings on Wednesday, 29th October for a delicious foray with mycologist Nev Kilkenny, as we explore the hidden larder of Gifford Community Woodland!
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Two-week Upcycling, Alterations & Repair Class for Clothes
Whether you want to fix a garment, alter a skirt, or transform a dress into a top or cover up a stain, Jen will teach you the skills to bring new life to your wardrobe.
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Workshops Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Restart A Heart Day
Newton Mearns Community First Responders are hosting an open CPR training day for everyone at The Avenue Shopping Centre on Thursday 16th October.
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October Week Children’s Yoga Workshop
Join Roots Children's Yoga this October week at The Moon Rooms for a special yoga workshop for children aged 8-12 years!
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Wednesday Morning - Knitting & Crochet Class - 4 Week Block
Whether you're picking up needles or a hook for the very first time, or looking to build on your existing skills, The Orry Mill's knitting and crochet classes are designed just for you!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Life Drawing Anstruther
What better way to spend those long winter nights than coming along to a friendly life drawing group at the Dreel Hall in Anstruther?
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Creative Craft Club For Adults
Come and enjoy a regular Friday morning of creativity at Letham Village Hall this Autumn and Winter with creative artist Deborah Cameron!
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Experimental Landscapes
In this class on 25th October, explore the use of false colour, printing from plants, collaging and wax resist to produce mixed media paintings.
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Autumn Flower Arranging
Join Rook Botanics for a lovely sessionof flower arranging and celebrate the changing of seasons with this fun and creative workshop!
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Art Factory
Art Factory is a weekly group for adults who enjoy drawing, painting and getting creative. Sessions take place in The Den, a relaxed and informal space at The Bridge.
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October Week Family Activity: Make a Spooky Castle Afternoon Tea Stand
Learn about the connections between Mackintosh and Dracula, while decorating your own spooky Scottish castle-themed afternoon tea stand to take home and use at Mackintosh at the Willow!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Creative Comfort Zones: Brave Spaces and the Edges of Ease
Bazooka Arts hosts a series of participatory workshops, performances and an exhibition, inviting participants to explore their comfort zones through therapeutic arts.
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Back To The Dark
'Back to the Dark' is a two-day workshop in traditional black and white photography and darkroom development, led by artist and filmmaker Wilma Smith at Summerlee Photomedia Studio in Coatbridge.
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Spoon Carving with Touchwood Glasgow
Full day immersive greenwood carving workshop inviting participants to learn the basic skills required to hand-carve small useful objects, with the focus on a traditional wooden spoon.
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Physio Led Antenatal Pilates
Grace Ferguson Pilates will launch an antenatal (pregnancy) Pilates class on Thursday evenings in Paisley at the lovely SANA Yoga & Massage from January 9th.
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Paisley Docs: Rebels and Innovators: Filmmaking Masterclass with Director Luke Fowler
Refractive are delighted to welcome filmmakers and digital artists to participate in a Filmmaking Masterclass with Director Luke Fowler as part of Paisley Docs: Rebels and Innovators.
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Love Your Body
Love Your Body! This 8 week programme is designed to help challenge the beliefs and habits that prevent us from truly loving our bodies and ultimately ourselves.
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Muckhart Handmade Pottery Decorations
Come along to Muckhart Coronation Hall and create our own handmade pottery decorations, with artist and workshop tutor Deborah Cameron!
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Autumn Needle Felting
Create a fabulous Autumn canvas tote bag using preloved textiles & wool on this workshop at Stirling Reuse Hub on Thursday 23rd October!
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Introduction to stained glass: Halloween Special
Get into the Halloween spirit on this haunted beginners copper foiling workshop at Made in Stirling on Saturday 18th October!
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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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