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Monday

30 November

Featured · 29 November to 20 December

Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside Railway

A steam train, a mince pie and a visit to Santa is a lovely way to start Christmas, and the Royal Deeside Railway at Milton of Crathes does it beautifully.

Crathes
9.30am · ExhibitionsInside & Out Art Exhibition at Colinton Arts GalleryColinton Arts10am · ExhibitionsMapping Scotland - Andrew Redmond Barr Art ExhibitionRising Tide Cafe, Portobello10am · ArtRainNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · TheatreKids in Space!Nomad Beat, Peebles10am · ArtFakes and ForgeriesNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · WorkshopsAbertarff House Christmas Wreath WorkshopAbertarff House (National Trust for Scotland), Inverness10.30am · TalksFestive Walk and Talk plus tea and cakeDalkeith Country Park12pm · WalksPeebles Witch Trials Walking ToursTWEED GREEN Peebles12pm · WorkshopsBusy Elves Christmas WorkshopAt Birkhill House, Earlston1pm · WorkshopsPilates taster class. We focus on pain relief and are experts in hypermobility and EDSLeith Pilates1pm · WorkshopsFestive hanging decorations workshopGreyhope Bay Centre, Torry1pm · DanceTea Dance with Benita and WalterRaeburn Hall, Kirkcaldy2pm · WellnessMothers Space | Gentle Yoga & Creative JournallingLīla Yoga, Bruntsfield2pm · WorkshopsBetter Than Therapy: Wreath Making Workshop (The Steading, Rosewell)The Steading, Rosewell3.30pm · BooksNature Club at Caol's Green LibraryCaol Library, Fort William4pm · Books‘Sumptuous’ Rosslyn Chapel: Pious Experience in Late Medieval ScotlandA talk by Dr Lizzie Swarbrick on Rosslyn Chapel and religious life in late medieval Scotland.Augustine United Church, Edinburgh5pm · ChristmasHand Painted & Gilded Ceramic Baubles | McManus MondaysThe McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum5pm · MusicGlasgow - No Music on a Dead Planet x People Planet Pint @ King TutsKing Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow5pm · MusicNo Music on a Dead Planet x People Planet Pint Tickets, Tour and Concert DatesKing Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow6pm · WorkshopsBelly Dance Classes with Bloom Belly DanceSt. Oswald's Centre, Bruntsfield6pm · TalksTalk: (Re)Discovering Gaelic - A journey of reclaiming the languageMaryhill Burgh Halls, Glasgow6pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making workshopsAn evening making a Christmas wreath with the Thornhill florists Blossom + Bloom, with a festive platter.Easterbrook Bistro, Bar and Spa, Dumfries6.30pm · EventPlaceboThe band of Brian Molko, loud and androgynous since the 90s, behind Pure Morning.Glasgow6.30pm · BooksScience in the Atrium (at Inverness Royal Academy)Inverness Royal Academy6.30pm · ComedyBook Launch - The Pocketbook Guide to Scottish Superheroes by Kirsti WishartEdinburgh Central Library, Old Town7pm · DanceThe AlmightyGlasgow hard rock band, back in their original line-up for the first time in 32 years.Glasgow7pm · EventTinieThe London rapper Tinie Tempah, behind Pass Out and Frisky.Glasgow7pm · Traditional musicGarethRising singer blending traditional country with Irish folk.Glasgow7pm · HistoryNorman Reid in St AndrewsThe Gateway, St. Andrews7pm · Workshops5 string banjo Adult education classesSt Thomas Of Aquin's R.C. High School, Tollcross7pm · MusicThe Fat Lady SingsÒran Mór, Glasgow7pm · HistoryTram-trains for Edinburgh: reopening Edinburgh's lost railway - MorningsideThe Eric Liddell Community, Myreside Suite, Bruntsfield7pm · MusicThe University of Edinburgh St Andrew's Day ConcertSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, Old Town7.30pm · MusicQuatuor AgateA French string quartet known for refined playing and great energy.The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh7.30pm · ChristmasSwing into ChristmasOne of the largest swing bands touring the UK plays festive and year-round classics.Perth7.30pm · MusicBasement Gig – BerthajuNice N Sleazy, Glasgow8pm · TheatreSoundhouse: Malin LewisA bold, vibrant set from the musician Malin Lewis and her trio.Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh8pm · MusicHaiver - Live — Old Bridge Inn & BunkhouseThe Old Bridge Inn, AviemoreAll day · Highland gamesCelebrate St Andrew's Day in the HighlandsThe Fife Arms, BraemarAll day · FilmFFF: A Man of His TimeGlasgow Film TheatreAll day · MusicLove Actually in ConcertThe Christmas romcom on a big screen, with its music played live.GlasgowAll day · SportNovember Finale RacedayA day of jump racing at Ayr, the last fixture of November.Ayr RacecourseAll day · ArtJohn Bellany : AnchoredAn exhibition of John Bellany's paintings of the fishing communities of Scotland's east coast.FifeAll day · WorkshopsPower Tools IntroductionLearn to use drills, saws, sanders and routers over two evenings with workshop manager JJ. Sold out.Edinburgh Open WorkshopAll day · Christmas marketChristmas Fayre at the Harbour Cottage GalleryA Christmas fair of work by local artists and makers at the Harbour Cottage Gallery in Kirkcudbright, for presents with a story.Harbour Cottage Gallery, KirkcudbrightAll day · ToursLast Day of The Season TourEdinburghAll day · GardensEvents at the Japanese GardenDollarAll day · MusicMonday at One: StringsRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · MusicBlue MondaysRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · HistoryCordite ClubThe Devil's Porridge Museum, EastriggsAll day · ChristmasHand Painted & Gilded Ceramic BaublesDundeeAll day · FilmJo Mango + Louis Abbot (Admiral Fallow)Montrose PlayhouseAll day · FilmJo Mango and Louis Abbot at the Montrose PlayhouseMontroseAll day · FamilyDiary for My ChildrenGlasgow Film TheatreAll day · Food and drinkFood ChainDeveron Projects, HuntlyAll day · ChristmasAberdeen Nativ­i­ty Scene 2026AberdeenAll day · ChristmasTiny Tam`s Trail - Rozelle Christmas MouseBackAll day · WorkshopsFestive Wreath Making WorkshopsCromlix, Kinbuck, DunblaneOn now · FestivalsUntil 30 NovemberSoundhouse Winter FestivalA five-day winter music festival of musicians from or based in Scotland.EdinburghOn now · Highland gamesUntil 5 DecemberColour, Shape, Line: Hand-stitched mini quilts with Cloth CollectiveInverness Museum and Art GalleryOn now · TheatreUntil 5 DecemberMatilda The MusicalThe RSC's musical of Roald Dahl's story about a girl with a gift for reading and mischief.GlasgowOn now · ChristmasUntil 2 DecemberAshbrook NurseryA workshop making a festive wreath at a garden centre outside Arbroath.ArbroathOn now · ChristmasUntil 9 DecemberChristmas Shopping at Glamis CastleChristmas shopping evenings at Glamis Castle, the Queen Mother's childhood home, decorated for Christmas.GlamisOn now · ChristmasUntil 12 DecemberFestive Jingle Alpaca TrekA festive walk with alpacas at Loch Ness Alpacas, near Inverness, with bells on.Loch Ness Alpacas, InvernessOn now · WalksUntil 13 DecemberLeith Creative TrailGalleries, studios and independent venues across Leith open their doors for two weeks of art and making.LeithOn now · ChristmasUntil 13 DecemberLuxury Festive Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea ExperienceFairmont St Andrews - ScotlandOn now · TheatreUntil 5 DecemberThe Wee MermaidGlasgowOn now · ChristmasUntil 11 DecemberNewhailes quieter and ASN friendly Santa experienceNewhailes House & Garden, MusselburghOn now · WildlifeUntil 4 DecemberWinter in the HighlandsThe Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel, Grantown on SpeyOn now · FilmUntil 3 DecemberYou Can See EverythingGlasgow Film TheatreOn now · PantomimeUntil 6 DecemberScrooge the PantomimeDundeeOn now · FilmUntil 30 NovemberMaking Marie AntoinetteEden Court, InvernessOn now · FilmUntil 30 NovemberMarie AntoinetteEden Court, InvernessOn now · TheatreUntil 2 DecemberKlara and the SunEden Court, InvernessOn now · ChristmasUntil 5 DecemberChoose Your Own Culloden Christmas TreeCulloden Battlefield Visitor Centre, InvernessOn now · TheatreUntil 3 DecemberComédie-FrançaiseEden Court, InvernessOn now · TheatreUntil 3 DecemberWild Horse NineEden Court, InvernessOn now · TheatreUntil 3 DecemberMinotaurGlasgow Film TheatreOn now · TheatreUntil 1 DecemberRockyGlasgowOn now · Traditional musicUntil 30 NovemberUpstairs – Sunday Folk ClubNice N Sleazy, GlasgowOn now · TheatreUntil 3 DecemberPeter Asher: Everywhere ManGlasgowOn now · Christmas marketUntil 12 DecemberDelgatie Castle Victorian Christmas Santa VisitDelgatie Castle, AberdeenOn now · ChristmasUntil 12 DecemberEvent: The EOW Festive MakeEdinburghOn now · WorkshopsUntil 30 NovemberWinter Wreath WorkshopA cosy session making a festive wreath to take home.The Sand Bothy, AberdeenOn now · WorkshopsUntil 6 DecemberGlamis Castle Festive Wreath Making WorkshopA workshop making a Christmas wreath to take home, led by the florist Helen C Ormiston.GlamisOn now · WorkshopsUntil 6 DecemberCulloden Christmas Wreath WorkshopMake a Christmas wreath at Culloden, the battlefield's visitor centre near Inverness, where you can choose a tree too.Culloden Battlefield (National Trust for Scotland), InvernessOn now · WorkshopsUntil 3 DecemberFestive Wreath Decorating WorkshopInverurie Garden CentreOn now · WorkshopsUntil 5 DecemberChristmas Wreath Making WorkshopsThe Wheel House, Longniddry Steading, LongniddryOn now · WorkshopsUntil 3 DecemberWreath Making Workshops at BowhillBowhill House & Grounds, SelkirkOn now · WalksUntil 13 DecemberOpen Studio: Leith Creative Trail Returns for its Biggest Year YetLeithOn now · MarketsUntil 13 DecemberOpen Studio: Winter Open Studios WeekendBackOn now · WorkshopsUntil 12 DecemberWreath-making workshopThe Bothy Cafe, Ayr

Tuesday

1 December

Featured · 28 November to 31 December

Cinderella

Cinderella is the Citizens Theatre's Christmas show this year.

Glasgow
10am · WildlifeThird Stage Art: Mixed Media with Katie HammondThe Barn, Banchory10am · BooksParents/ Carers: Understanding Anxiety ManagementThe Old Library, Kirkwall10am · WorkshopsBeginners Qi gong classThe Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith10am · ExhibitionsMapping Scotland - Andrew Redmond Barr Art ExhibitionRising Tide Cafe, Portobello10am · ExhibitionsInside & Out Art Exhibition at Colinton Arts GalleryColinton Arts10am · ToursFestive ToursThe Burrell Collection, Glasgow10am · ArtRainNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · WalksWinter Family TrailSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, Old Town10am · ArtFakes and ForgeriesNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · WorkshopsFinding Your Purpose: An Ikigai Inspired Creative WorkshopDunoon11am · BooksBehind the Smile: the story of the Mona LisaNairn Community & Arts Centre11am · ArtCopy of Coffee Sketch Club DecemberDingwall Community Centre12.45pm · WalksDunoon Buggy Walk for Under 5'sDunoon1pm · ChristmasA Public Reading: The Snowman and The Grinch Who Stole ChristmasGladstone's Land, Edinburgh1pm · BooksParent/Carers: Understanding Anxiety ManagementThe old library, Kirkwall2pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making Class, Archerfield Walled GardenA class with the garden's own gardeners, making a Christmas wreath from sustainable and foraged greenery.Archerfield Walled Garden, Dirleton2pm · TheatreStories & Scones: Ailsa DixonAnne Younger Studio Eastgate, Peebles, EH45 8AD6pm · Christmas marketChristmas Craft Fayre, Tong HallTong Community Hall6pm · BooksKit's No Homework BookclubEdinburgh Community Bookshop, Leith6pm · Books"The Democratic Curse": Analysis of the Identity Crisis of DemocraciesThe Humanities Lecture Theatre, Glasgow6.30pm · EventUB40 featuring Ali CampbellAli Campbell's UB40, singing Red Red Wine and the band's reggae hits.Glasgow6.30pm · EventEvergreySwedish progressive metal band of crushing riffs and soaring melodies.Glasgow6.30pm · WorkshopsPilates by Catrin - Mat Pilates ClassesMorningside6.30pm · WorkshopsEight Wishes Festive BookArt WorkshopWaterstones, Oban7pm · ChristmasThe Big Christmas Sing-a-long with Aled Jones & Alexander ArmstrongAled Jones and Alexander Armstrong lead a festive sing-along of carols and Christmas songs.Glasgow7pm · MusicDave Hill's SladeSlade's lead guitarist and his band play the glam rock hits, Merry Xmas Everybody included.Glasgow7pm · EventTony Christie and RanagriThe Amarillo crooner, up close and unplugged with the folk band Ranagri.Glasgow7pm · ComedyPaddy Young: Will Sir Be Laughing Alone?Stand-up from one of the stars of the British version of SNL, with a new show.The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen7pm · MusicThe ProclaimersAlhambra Theatre, Dunfermline7pm · BooksThe Science of The Multiverse: Do parallel universes exist?Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh7.15pm · FilmRBO Season: The Royal Ballet, The Nutcracker (Live Screening)The Barn, Banchory7.15pm · TheatreLive from the Theatre: Royal Ballet & Opera - The NutcrackerDunoon7.30pm · MusicThe Haunted YouthBelgian band of Joachim Liebens, with dreamy, shoegazing pop.Glasgow7.30pm · MusicMakthaverskanGothenburg post-punk band led by the singer Maja Milner.Glasgow7.30pm · EventMilo KorbenskiAnonymous Brighton musician who only appears in a featureless white mask, Stetson and denim.Glasgow7.30pm · ChristmasThe Best of Buble – Home for ChristmasWhitehall Theatre, Dundee7.30pm · BooksFlyteCottiers, Glasgow7.30pm · ChristmasWe Fell In Love Festive Wedding Supplier SocialPolo Lounge, Glasgow7.30pm · SportPeebles Poker LeagueThe Crown Hotel, PeeblesAll day · MusicThe Choir of ManEdinburghAll day · ChristmasFestive Wreath Making with Occasions of EyemouthA wreath-making session in the house's picture gallery, with foliage from the estate and a local florist.Paxton HouseAll day · ChristmasChristmas Wreath Making at Forbes of KingennieA wreath-making workshop with seasonal foliage and ribbon, led by a florist from Olive's Flower Shop.DundeeAll day · ChristmasThe Royal Ballet: The NutcrackerA screening of the Royal Ballet's Nutcracker, the Christmas tale of Clara and her magical nutcracker doll.MontroseAll day · ChristmasFestive Wreath MakingMake a Christmas wreath for the door with Avec Amour Flowers at Westerton Farm, near Laurencekirk.Westerton Farm, LaurencekirkAll day · Christmas marketThe Christmas Night MarketAn evening Christmas market at Balgove Larder, the farm shop outside St Andrews, with hot food and stalls.Balgove Larder, St AndrewsAll day · Christmas marketChristmas Night Market at Balgove LarderAn evening Christmas market at Balgove Larder, the farm shop outside St Andrews, with hot food and stalls.FifeAll day · SportSkiing in the CairngormsThe Fife Arms, BraemarAll day · TheatreFrozen: The West End MusicalEdinburghAll day · TheatreAladdinMontroseAll day · WalksReclaim the Night WalkBackAll day · ChristmasCarols at the CastleInverness CastleAll day · ChristmasRenfrewshire Schools Christmas Evenings of MusicPaisleyAll day · ChristmasRupert Robin’s Christmas TrailGirvanAll day · BooksAuthor Event (East Linton)Night Owl Books, EdinburghAll day · WorkshopsSewing Techniques WorkshopLearn essential sewing machine techniques for beginners and novices.Edinburgh Open Workshop

Wednesday

2 December

Featured · 13 November to 20 December

Oban Winter Festival

The Oban Winter Festival opens on 13 November at 5pm with a parade through the town and the switch-on of the creel tree.

Oban
10am · WellnessDru YogaLodge St John (37), Masonic Hall, Forres10am · ExhibitionsInside & Out Art Exhibition at Colinton Arts GalleryColinton Arts10am · ChristmasFamily Christmas Crafts at the Wellbeing WoodsWellbeing Woods 56°42'56.8"N 2°38'58.7"W, Brechin10am · WalksWinter Family TrailSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, Old Town10am · ArtRainNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · WorkshopsMindful Slow Stitching workshopDunoon10.30am · WellnessGentle YogaEdinburgh Greenbank Parish Church of Scotland, Morningside12pm · FilmThe Boy and the Suit of LightsEden Court, Inverness12pm · WorkshopsPilates taster class. We focus on pain relief and are experts in hypermobilty and EDSLeith Pilates1pm · ChristmasSpirit of Christmas, Steamship Cruise, Loch Katrine CruisesA one-hour festive sailing on the old steamship across Loch Katrine, with mulled wine, mince pies and carols.Loch Katrine, Trossachs Pier1.30pm · WorkshopsBlock Printing with Celie Byrne36 Houstoun Ct, Johnstone2.30pm · TalksHighlight Talk - Noralyn Divers on The Bonnie Wee ThingsRobertson Room, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway4pm · ChristmasMorningside & Bruntsfield Christmas shopping evening is back - the best start to the festive season!Morningside & Bruntsfield5pm · ChristmasDiscovery Sessions (Festive Drinks)The House of Botanicals, Aberdeen5pm · ChristmasChristmas Lights Switch On at The Eric Liddell CommunityThe Eric Liddell Community, Bruntsfield5.15pm · DancePenicuik Dance Sharing: Active Schools & Dance Pointe AcademyRoslin Primary School5.30pm · ComedyIan BaggCanadian comic famed for his quickfire crowd work.Glasgow5.30pm · MusicTony Christie and RanagriThe crooner of Amarillo on his farewell unplugged tour, with the folk band Ranagri.The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen5.30pm · WorkshopsPilates by Catrin - Mat Pilates ClassesMorningside5.30pm · WorkshopsFree 55 minute Qi gong Taster SessionLifeCare Edinburgh, Stockbridge5.30pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making Workshop at The Black Faced SheepBallater Road, Aboyne6pm · ComedyStuart Mitchell & Friends: On The RoadWhitehall Theatre, Dundee6pm · ChristmasChristmas Floral CenterpieceAuchengree Farm Shop, Beith6pm · Food and drinkSociograss - Deep south Jam SessionPopulus Cafe (Leith Community Croft)6pm · BooksBookpoint Book ClubDunoon6.30pm · ChristmasHebriden Baker: A Scottish Christmas - Sadie Hall, ObanSadie Hall, Fort William6.30pm · PantomimeNewtonhill PantomimeThe village's own pantomime, staged by a local amateur company.Bettridge Centre, Newtonhill6.30pm · Food and drinkCook the Books: Roberta Hall-McCarronA Cook the Books supper with Roberta Hall-McCarron at Stocks, in the Bowhouse at St Monans.Stocks, Bowhouse, St Monans6.30pm · ChristmasHebriden Baker: A Scottish Christmas - Sadie Hall, ObanSadie Hall, Oban6.30pm · TalksThe Real Talk Business Lounge - FifeThe Haberdashery Bistro, Dunfermline7pm · MusicThe VeilsLondon indie rock band of Finn Andrews, known for intense live shows.Glasgow7pm · PantomimeUry Players Pantomime: Hansel & GretelThe local players' pantomime of Hansel and Gretel, in a village where people keep going missing.Stonehaven Town Hall7pm · ChristmasThe Muppet Christmas CarolKermit, Michael Caine and Dickens' Scrooge on the big screen, with the score played live by an orchestra.Glasgow7pm · MusicBoy HarsherAmerican dark electronic duo with brooding synths and dance beats.Glasgow7pm · ArtWhen Rivers MeetHusband and wife blues-rock duo Grace and Aaron Bond.Glasgow7pm · MusicConanLiverpool doom metal band, slow and crushingly heavy.Glasgow7pm · ChristmasThe Best of BubléA festive tribute to Michael Bublé, with his hits and Christmas classics sung by Josh Hindle.Home for Christmas | THE ALBERT HALLS |7pm · MusicFestive Recital with Fiona JoiceA festive recital from the mezzo-soprano Fiona Joice in a historic music room.House For An Art Lover, Glasgow7pm · EventDel AmitriThe Glasgow band Del Amitri on a tour marking four decades of songs and live shows.Perth7pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath ClassAn evening making a Christmas wreath with a florist, with nibbles and a drink.Inverness Ice Centre7pm · TalksHumanitarian Aid in the Gambia: a talk by Ian DowIan Dow talks about humanitarian aid work in the Gambia, an evening at the Garioch Heritage Centre in Inverurie.Garioch Heritage Centre, Inverurie7pm · ChristmasChristmas Cheese and Wine, Troon Art ClubTroon Art Club7pm · WorkshopsAre you sitting comfortably? Alexander Technique introductory courseAlexander Technique in Portobello, Edinburgh7pm · ChristmasA Christmas Carol - SECRET SEATSRoyal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh7.30pm · TheatreDave Arcari with special guest Andres Roots at The Glad CafeGlasgow7.30pm · MusicDave Arcari wsg Andres RootsScottish slide guitarist mixing Delta blues with punk and trash country, with Andres Roots.Moulin7.30pm · MusicConcerts by CandlelightScottish Ensemble, the string orchestra, playing by candlelight in Old Aberdeen's medieval cathedral.St Machar's Cathedral, Aberdeen7.30pm · MusicRestraining OrderNew England hardcore punk band playing it fast, early-80s style.Glasgow7.30pm · PantomimePeter Pan Pantomime (Upstage Aboyne)Aboyne7.30pm · FilmDie Hard Cert 18Comrie Rural Hall7.30pm · BooksSeanchoíche Storytelling Night Glasgow JoyGlasgow7.30pm · ChristmasThe Eric Liddell Community Christmas Lights Switch OnEric Liddell Community, Edinburgh7.45pm · FilmDead Mountaineer's HotelEden Court, Inverness7.45pm · WildlifeScottish Premiership: Rangers vs Dundee UnitedPaisley8pm · MusicLive Music: Boat Road Sessions — The TaybankThe Taybank, Dunkeld8pm · Traditional musicFolk Session — Old Bridge Inn & BunkhouseThe Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore8pm · SeasonalCaptain Georgie's Quiz at Tamson's Bar!Tamsons Bar, LeithAll day · TheatreThe Witching Hour: A Work In Progress PerformanceAn early look at a new piece of theatre set in the witching hour.Traverse Theatre, EdinburghAll day · ChristmasKelty Musical Assocation Present: Calamity JaneA local musical society's festive staging of Calamity Jane, the Wild West musical.FifeAll day · WorkshopsWoodturning Lathe IntroductionTurn a wooden candlestick or spurtle on the lathe over two evenings with tutor Jonny Taylor of Widden.Edinburgh Open WorkshopAll day · BooksCelebrating Robert Louis Stevenson and Five Years of Manderley Press wGolden Hare Books, EdinburghAll day · MusicLaura Macdonald and Paul Harrison DuoRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · MusicDPerf Performance: Janáček and Martinů with Mujie YanRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · WorkshopsHebrides Ensemble & RCS ConductingRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · MusicThe Music Of Coldplay by CandlelightEdinburghAll day · MusicThe Courier & Evening Telegraph Christmas ConcertDundeeAll day · MusicHm Rm Band Charity Xmas ConcertDunfermlineAll day · BooksDPerf Performance: Tianshu LiRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · TheatreBeauty and the BeastBrechinAll day · BooksEICC Live - When Life Doesn’t Follow the ScriptEICC, EdinburghAll day · WildlifeCreative Nature JournallingDysartAll day · FilmFFF: Jim QueenGlasgow Film TheatreAll day · ChristmasWild About Argyll | Argyll & the IslesObanAll day · Food and drinkWelcome to the Seafood Capital of Scotland and the Gateway to the IslesObanAll day · ChristmasCambusbarron's Christmas ExtravaganzaStirlingAll day · WildlifeCreative Nature Journalling - KinghornFifeAll day · FilmVioletteMacrobert Arts Centre, StirlingAll day · ChristmasMerry PrintmasAyrshireAll day · Christmas marketMerry Printmas at The Wee School Art Space, GirvanGirvan

Thursday

3 December
A crenellated sandstone castle with corner turrets stands on a wooded hill above a river, seen from across the water.

Featured · 3 December to 18 December

A Festive Gathering at the Castle

For a few afternoons this December, the North Tower Bar at Inverness Castle turns festive.

Inverness
9.30am · WellnessVinyasa Flow Yoga, Yoga with VeronicaMorningside Parish Church10am · WorkshopsHand-bound Brush MakingBind up to three working brushes from natural plant fibres with Simon Cooper, the Bumbling Basketeer.Scottish Craft School, Craft Central, Dunblane10am · ExhibitionsInside & Out Art Exhibition at Colinton Arts GalleryColinton Arts10am · WalksWinter Family TrailSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, Old Town10am · ArtRainNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · WorkshopsSewing Techniques WorkshopLearn essential sewing machine techniques for beginners and novices.Edinburgh Open Workshop10am · WorkshopsFestive Wreath Making WorkshopBranklyn Garden, Perth10am · WorkshopsToy Dance & Song WorkshopNotorious Dance, Arbroath12pm · ChristmasPerfect Christmas at BallintaggartA full day at Ballintaggart Farm that takes the stress out of Christmas dinner, the turkey included, with most of it done ahead.Ballintaggart, Grandtully12pm · ChristmasWomen in Drinks Christmas Lunch: Connect, Celebrate & EnjoyForth Valley College, Stirling12pm · WalksPeebles Witch Trials Walking ToursTWEED GREEN Peebles12.45pm · MusicLunchbreak Concert: Opus13Aberdeen Art Gallery1pm · BooksThe Commonwealth War Graves CommissionGlasite Hall, Dundee1pm · ChristmasCreative Nature Crafts for ChristmasGreener Kirkcaldy, Edinburgh1pm · WorkshopsWreath making Workshop in Fort William LibraryFort William Library2pm · ChristmasChristmas Wreath MakingA gardener from the estate shows how to make a Christmas wreath from foliage cut on the estate, over mulled wine.Balmoral Castle, Ballater4.30pm · WorkshopsMakaton Level 2UHI North, West and Hebrides, Portree4.30pm · WorkshopsWreath making at Loch LevenLoch Leven Car Park, Kinross5pm · WalksBrodie Illuminated – The Land of the PictsBrodie Castle5pm · WorkshopsLebanese Cookery Workshopramekin + rollingpin cookery school, Glasgow5.30pm · Highland gamesEdinburgh Democracy DrinksOX184, Old Town5.30pm · WorkshopsEvening Wreath making Workshop in Fort William LibraryFort William Library6pm · EventThe Snow Queen - Bsl/Relaxed PerformanceA signed and relaxed performance of the family panto, with gentler sound and lighting.Aberdeen Arts Centre6pm · WorkshopsDrink and PrintEtch polystyrene into stamps and print your own Christmas wrapping paper with Morven Ferguson.Edinburgh Printmakers6pm · ChristmasChristmas Drinks PartyHoebridge House, Gattonside, MELROSE, Roxburghshire, TD6 9NB6pm · Christmas marketDunoon Grammar School - Christmas FairDunoon6pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making Workshop (18+) | TOLBOOTHStirling6.15pm · TalksChristmas Lecture: Hari Budha MagarRoyal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, New Town6.30pm · DancePete Tong Presents Ibiza ClassicsThe Radio 1 DJ's Ibiza club anthems reworked for a full orchestra.Glasgow6.30pm · GardensCandies and CocktailsRoyal Botanic Garden Edinburgh6.30pm · ChristmasGraft & Grow Christmas Event – Boots To Billing Live & Uncensored!The Penthouse, Argyll Chambers, Glasgow6.30pm · WorkshopsCrochet coursePortobello Art School6.30pm · ChristmasLate Night Grazing at Mellis (Morningside, Edinburgh)Mellis Cheese Morningside, Edinburgh6.30pm · BooksBook, Brew and a Blether - Women's Book ClubThe Cardross Inn6.30pm · WorkshopsWinter Wreath Workshop with FlowermugAyr Town Hall6.45pm · ComedyChristmas Comedy SpecialA festive night of stand-up with a Christmas dinner of one, two or three courses.Glasgow7pm · Food and drinkExploring Mid-Winter Light FestivalsLegends Coffee House, Stirling7pm · Highland gamesLara well presents Still HereThe Shoreline, Stranraer7pm · WorkshopsCovenantSwedish electronic band, pioneers of dark, danceable synth-pop.Glasgow7pm · EventKurupt FMThe garage crew from the BBC comedy People Just Do Nothing, live as their fictional pirate radio station.Glasgow7pm · Traditional musicThe ProclaimersThe Leith twins behind 500 Miles and Sunshine on Leith.Glasgow7pm · DanceThe Pretty RecklessNew York hard rock band fronted by the former Gossip Girl actor Taylor Momsen.Glasgow7pm · EventGenesis OwusuThe Australian artist behind Smiling With No Teeth, mixing funk, punk and hip-hop.Glasgow7pm · EventThe HaraRock trio of Josh Taylor, Jack Kennedy and Zack Breen.Glasgow7pm · MusicTransmission: The Sound of Joy DivisionA Joy Division tribute band recreating the feel of a live gig.The Tunnels, Aberdeen7pm · EventSkipinnishSkipinnish play the Nevis Centre in Fort William.Nevis Centre, Fort William7pm · MusicCallum BeattieTroon Concert Hall7pm · ComedyIgnacio Lopez: NadaThe Stand Comedy Club, Glasgow7pm · Christmas marketNoir At The Bar - A Very Merry MurderThe Tower Digital Arts Centre, Helensburgh7pm · ChristmasCarols by CandlelightThe Cutty Sark Centre, Ayr7pm · TheatreSt. Andrew's Dinner With James CosmoLochgreen House Hotel, Troon7pm · MusicSmokehouse Blues Band at the First Thursday Blues ClubLeith Dockers Club Ltd, Edinburgh7.30pm · MusicDave Arcari wsg Andres RootsThe Scottish slide guitarist, whose alt-blues draws on punk, rockabilly and Delta blues.The Noose and Monkey, Aberdeen7.30pm · MusicSCO 26/27: Bartók's Music for Strings, Percussion & CelesteThe Scottish Chamber Orchestra plays Bartók's Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta.The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh7.30pm · EventBucketDublin trio of DIY garage punk.Glasgow7.30pm · MusicChildLine Christmas ConcertA Christmas concert by young musicians from across Perth and Kinross, in aid of Childline.Perth7.30pm · MusicSing Forth Christmas ConcertChoral songs and Kirkintilloch Brass Band open the festive season in Grangemouth.Grangemouth Town Hall7.30pm · TheatreSleeping BeautyCulter Village Hall, Aberdeen7.30pm · TalksJack and the Beans TalkTown Hall, Banchory7.30pm · PantomimeRapunzel PantomimeBarrfields Theatre, Largs7.30pm · ChristmasBen Mervis in St AndrewsTopping & Company Booksellers of St Andrews7.45pm · TheatrePerth Film Society: The Ballad of Wallis IslandA gentle British comedy about a lonely lottery winner who pays his favourite folk duo to play on his island.Perth8pm · TheatreFreya Rae and Tim Lane – Divergence , An Tobar and Mull TheatreAn Tobar, Tobermory8pm · Traditional musicLive Music: Thursday Night Trad Session — The TaybankThe Taybank, Dunkeld8pm · WorkshopsSeasonal Yoga ClassAbbey Church, Large Hall, North Berwick11pm · FestivalsFly | Joss DeanA late club night from Fly with the DJ Joss Dean.GlasgowAll day · MusicBBC SSO/27: Beethoven's Choral Symphony with Hallé ChoirThe BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and the Hallé Choir in Beethoven's Ninth, the Choral Symphony.GlasgowAll day · MusicSwing Into Christmas with the Down for the Count Swing OrchestraThe Down for the Count Swing Orchestra in a festive night of big band swing.GlasgowAll day · EventAladdin LewisThe Christmas pantomime of Aladdin in Stornoway, with shows for the public and for schools.An Lanntair, StornowayAll day · TalksIn Conversation: David Patterson, Duncan Macmillan and Kenneth DingwallThe artist Kenneth Dingwall in conversation with two writers on art, alongside his exhibition.EdinburghAll day · ComedyStuart Mitchell & Friends: On The RoadThe Scottish comedian with over a hundred million views online, in a night of stand-up with friends.RothesAll day · PantomimeSnow White PantoA family pantomime of Snow White, with a twist or two on the story.LochgellyAll day · WorkshopsPhoto-Lithography Refresher ClassA hands-on refresher in photo plate lithography for people who have already done a class, with Alastair Clark.Edinburgh PrintmakersAll day · ToursNorrie MacIver: Roots Beneath island tourNorrie MacIver, once the singer of Skippinish, brings songs and stories from his new album Roots Beneath to Tarbert Community Centre.Tarbert Community CentreAll day · FamilyAnniversary Tree Planting at MurtonA family day of tree planting at Murton Farm and Nature Reserve, one of the events marking its 25th year.Murton Farm & Nature Reserve, ForfarAll day · Christmas marketA Merry Wee Market at Forgan’sSt AndrewsAll day · WildlifeSimply…Baubles & BirdsThe Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel, Grantown on SpeyAll day · ChristmasFestive Dining at Glamis CastleGlamisAll day · ChristmasPiano Man at The Stravaig, AyrAyrshireAll day · TheatrePrince: Music, Fashion and CostumeDovecot Studios, EdinburghAll day · Christmas03.12.2026 - Perfect ChristmasBallintaggart, GrandtullyAll day · ChristmasChristmas Carols by the PianoThe Fife Arms, BraemarAll day · PantomimeOch Aye the PantoArbroathAll day · ChristmasOpera Caledonia - Carols By CandlelightAyrshireAll day · ChristmasDecorate Your Own Christmas Box At Carnegie LibraryAyrshireAll day · ChristmasLate Night Grazing at Mellis (St Andrews)St AndrewsAll day · WorkshopsDrink & PrintEdinburgh PrintmakersAll day · WildlifeCreative Nature Journalling - TayportDysartAll day · FilmFFF: Jacquot de NantesGlasgow Film TheatreAll day · TheatreWild About Argyll | Argyll & the IslesObanAll day · Food and drinkWelcome to the Seafood Capital of Scotland and the Gateway to the IslesObanAll day · WildlifeCreative Nature Journalling - NewburghFifeAll day · TalksEvening talk: Tweed ForumBerwickshireAll day · MusicGreyfriars@12: St Mary's Music School Senior CollectiveGreyfriars Kirk, EdinburghAll day · MusicInverclyde Schools’ Music Groups Christmas Concert | Music, VarietyBeacon Arts Centre, GreenockAll day · BooksWish I Was Here Poetry EventEdinburgh PrintmakersAll day · FilmWarren Miller's Days OffHippodrome Cinema, Bo'nessAll day · ChristmasStobswell Festive Celebration Morgan AcademyDundeeAll day · WorkshopsCharcuterie WorkshopLearn to lay out a charcuterie board with Westerton Farm's head chef, Natalia McLeod, in time for hosting at Christmas.Westerton Farm, Laurencekirk

Friday

4 December

Featured · 4 December

Dundee Winter Brew Fest

Dark nights call for dark beer, and Dundee Brew Fest has a new winter edition to go with them.

Dundee
7am · EventDiscover Inverness! Interactive Treasure Hunt & Exploration Game with a TwistA self-guided treasure hunt round Inverness, with a clue on every street.Falcon Square, Inverness7.15am · WorkshopsPilates by Catrin - Mat Pilates ClassesMorningside9.30am · WorkshopsPet First Aid For Pet Professionals Classroom Day CoursePremier Inn Perth City Centre hotel9.30am · ChristmasChristmas Wreath Making at Falkland PalaceFalkland Palace & Garden9.30am · WellnessBeginners Yoga, Yoga with VeronicaMorningside Parish Church10am · MarketsRosemarkie Community MarketA community market in Rosemarkie with local makers, plants, art, fresh produce and home baking.Fortrose10am · ChristmasFalkland Palace Santa ExperienceSanta in Falkland Palace, the Stuart kings' country palace in the old Fife village, on December weekends.Falkland Palace & Garden10am · WorkshopsEnvelope Bookbinding: Making MemoriesMake a hardback memory book with envelope and pocket pages and a collaged cover, with Cass.Scottish Craft School, Craft Central, Dunblane10am · ArtPeace PinsSaw a dove lapel pin from brass or copper sheet, then texture, solder and polish it, at the Central Scotland School of Jewellery.Craft Central, Dunblane10am · ChristmasFestive Weekend at Dalwhinnie DistilleryDalwhinnie10am · ChristmasEvent: Santa at Brodie Castle.Brodie Castle, Forres10am · DancePrincess & Superhero DayNotorious Dance, Arbroath10am · ArtRainNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · WalksWinter Family TrailSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, Old Town10am · ChristmasFalkland Palace Christmas Trail - A Christmas Stocking MysteryFalkland Palace & Garden (National Trust for Scotland)10am · WorkshopsGarment Techniques WorkshopLearn essential garment sewing techniques and leave with a reference sampler.Edinburgh Open Workshop10am · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making WorkshopWalled Garden, Fochabers10.30am · EventWee WildlingsA woodland walk, a story and nature play at Loch Leven for two- to five-year-olds.RSPB Scotland Loch Leven, Kinross10.30am · ChristmasJewellery Pop Up ShopDunoon10.30am · ChristmasChristmas Crafts and ConcoctionsScottish Wildlife Trust, Montrose Basin Visitor Centre and Wildlife Reserve12.30pm · ChristmasFestive Friday Lunch at Marine & LawnMarine & Lawn, North Berwick1.30pm · FilmYou Can See EverythingEden Court, Inverness1.30pm · WorkshopsWreath Making Workshop at Ardkinglas HouseDunoon2pm · MusicClassical RevolutionRachel Podger directs the SCO in JC Bach, Haydn's 99th and Beethoven's First Symphony.Glasgow2pm · ChristmasChristmas Star Willow WeavingThe Green, Portree2pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath WorkshopAn afternoon making a Christmas wreath from seasonal foliage with Gloam, then a festive drink and the park to walk.Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston2pm · WorkshopsGLOAM Christmas Wreath Workshop at Jupiter ArtlandJupiter Artland, Edinburgh2.10pm · ChristmasSanta's Quiet GrottoA quieter visit to Santa's grotto for children with additional needs.Dobbies Aberdeen2.30pm · WorkshopsFestive Wreath Making WorkshopMaking a living Christmas wreath basket, with afternoon tea as an option.Dobbies Aberdeen3pm · BooksWinter Tales - Storytelling in the Lady ChapelStorytelling for the season inside the medieval chapel at Roslin, lasting under an hour.Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin4pm · Christmas marketBoat of Garten's Christmas MarketThe village's annual Christmas market of handmade gifts, seasonal treats and hot drinks.Boat of Garten4pm · ChristmasA December to Remember at DrumlanrigDrumlanrig Castle & Country Estate, Thornhill4pm · Workshops"First Fridays: Reformer Pilates & Barre then drinks and nibbles with the Luma CommunityLuma Pilates, New Town5pm · ChristmasCHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING WITH ROSIE STEER — Guardswell FarmGuardswell Farm, Kinnaird5.30pm · ChristmasChopin & Champagne at ChristmasEdinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland6pm · ChristmasA Public Reading: Charles Dickens: A Christmas CarolGladstone's Land, Edinburgh6pm · ComedySOUP! / MOONSLIDE (Suzi Cunningham & Alex McCabe)A’ The Airts, Sanquhar6.30pm · EventJessie WareThe London singer of elegant, soulful disco-pop.Glasgow6.30pm · MusicJools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues OrchestraGlasgow6.30pm · BooksPremium Whisky Tasting at the Kirk of St NicholasKirk of St Nicholas, Aberdeen6.30pm · ChristmasLate-Night Festive Shopping at The Cookbook ShopThe Cookbook Shop, Edinburgh6.30pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Workshop at La RoseDufftown6.45pm · ChristmasChristmas at the Movies by CandlelightPaisley7pm · ChristmasMacArts Christmas PartyA Christmas party night with Party Fears Three playing the sound of the eighties.MacArts, Galashiels7pm · Traditional musicPa SheehyIrish indie-folk singer, touring his EP Lost in a 90s Arcade.Glasgow7pm · DanceJesus JonesThe Wiltshire band behind Right Here, Right Now, mixing indie rock with samples and dance beats.Glasgow7pm · DanceThe Highstool ProphetsBand of foot-stomping anthems and soulful ballads, played with a lot of heart.Glasgow7pm · EventThe ClauseIndie band mixing 60s swagger, 80s groove and 90s attitude.Glasgow7pm · MusicDel AmitriThe Glasgow band behind Always the Last to Know and Nothing Ever Happens.Music Hall, Aberdeen7pm · MusicSkipinnishThe Highland band behind Walking on the Waves, playing high-energy Scottish trad-rock.Glasgow7pm · WorkshopsCallum Beattie Plus Special Guests Pistol DaisysThe Edinburgh singer-songwriter with a working-class voice, with the band Pistol Daisys in support.The Queen's Hall, Dunoon7pm · MusicA Wild Night In: A Celebration of MountaineeringAn evening of mountaineering stories, from tragedy to survival on the world's great peaks.Perth7pm · ChristmasChristmas Party NightsA Christmas party night with a buffet, a glass of fizz and a ten-piece show band.Eden Court, Inverness7pm · Traditional musicSkerryvoreThe Scottish band mixing fiddle, pipes and accordions with rock guitar, bass and drums.Inverness Leisure7pm · MusicÙrlar: Giles Lamb liveGlasgow7pm · MusicBen WalkerThe Tunnels, Aberdeen7pm · ComedyCowal Comedy Club presents: Scott Agnew and FriendsDunoon Burgh Hall7pm · TalksPretenders by Talk of the TownPaisley7pm · BooksHugh Miller: the David Attenborough of his dayElgin Museum7pm · ComedyCowal Comedy Club with Scott AgnewDunoon7pm · MusicMusic 4 U's Christmas ConcertRosemount Community Education Centre, Aberdeen7.15pm · ChristmasHannah Rarity and Anna Massie at Live At The LawThe Scottish folk singer Hannah Rarity and the guitarist Anna Massie, in a festive concert in a village hall.1st North Berwick Scout Group7.30pm · MusicThe Farmers’ Choir in Concert – Supporting Maggie’s DumfriesThe Farmers' Choir, formed by young farmers, sings musical theatre and pop to raise funds for Maggie's.Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries7.30pm · MusicBartók's Music for Strings, Percussion & CelesteMaxim Emelyanychev leads the SCO in Schnittke, Dvořák's Serenade for Winds and Bartók.Glasgow7.30pm · MusicSwing Into Christmas with the Down for the Count Swing OrchestraA thirty-piece swing orchestra's annual festive show of big band Christmas songs.The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh7.30pm · ComedyViv GeeStand-up from a comic who has played from Los Angeles to Bangkok.Breakneck Comedy Club, Aberdeen7.30pm · TheatreCurious Minds: The Story of BirdsThe palaeontologist Steve Brusatte on how birds came from the dinosaurs.AK Bell Library, Perth7.30pm · ChristmasChristmas at the Movies by Candlelight - 4th December, PaisleyPaisley Abbey Church of Scotland7.30pm · MusicSimple Minded and Deacon BluesTroon Concert Hall7.30pm · ComedyMarc Jennings – If & When | TOLBOOTHEdinburgh7.30pm · WhiskyThe Deceivers – A Live Traitors-Style Immersive Game NightStirling Distillery7.30pm · PantomimeSleeping Beauty - Kemnay PantoKemnay Village Hall7.30pm · ToursNew Town Hall - Pittenweem - Fife - Whirl Tour Of ScotlandNew Town Hall, Pittenweem8pm · DanceAcoustic SessionsDunoon9pm · FestivalsStrictly Bangerz Indoor Winter FestivalA big indoor club night of dance anthems, billed as a festival.Glasgow9pm · MusicThe AC/DC ExperienceAn AC/DC tribute band playing songs from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson years.Drummonds, AberdeenAll day · FilmIndian Film Festival EdinburghSeven Indian films over three days at Filmhouse, in Hindi, Tamil, Assamese and Gujarati, all with English subtitles. Tickets are free.Filmhouse, EdinburghAll day · MusicScottish National Jazz Orchestra presents Acoustic DukeGlasgowAll day · FestivalsThe Festival of Christmas & Santa's Cosy Cottage VisitsAlmond Valley Heritage Centre, LivingstonAll day · Christmas marketAn Talla Solais Christmas MarketAn Talla Solais's Christmas market of textiles, crafts and paintings at the Ceilidh Place in Ullapool.The Ceilidh Place, UllapoolAll day · ChristmasA Tale with Santa in The Christmas CabinSanta and his singing elf tell a Christmas story in The Christmas Cabin at Dalkeith Country Park, with time to meet Santa and a photo.Dalkeith Country ParkAll day · Christmas marketChristmas Market at Drumlanrig CastleFood, drink, crafts and gifts from local traders in a heated marquee on the oval lawn at Drumlanrig Castle.Drumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · ToursNorrie MacIver: Roots Beneath island tourNorrie MacIver, once the singer of Skippinish, brings songs and stories from his new album Roots Beneath to Carloway Community Centre.Carloway Community CentreAll day · Christmas marketBethany Christmas MarketArt and craft stalls, live music and light refreshments at St Stephen's Comely Bank Church, raising money for the charity Bethany.St Stephen's Comely Bank Church, EdinburghAll day · Traditional musicFairy & Elf TrailA new trail through Drumlanrig's gardens to find the fairies' and elves' homes, lit up after dark.Drumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · Christmas marketChristmas Launch NightDrumlanrig's Christmas begins with a night market at the castle and Santa's arrival.Drumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · FamilySto­ry­time in PantolandAberdeen Arts CentreAll day · MusicSimple Minded X Deacon BluesAyrshireAll day · TheatreOrlandoRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · ChristmasFridays at One: Connaught BrassRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · WorkshopsWreath Making Masterclass & Afternoon TeaCairndale Hotel, DumfriesAll day · ChristmasFestive Sip & Paint at The BothyGlamisAll day · ChristmasWinter WonderlandPrestonfield, EdinburghAll day · ToursCaird Hall Backstage Festive ToursDundeeAll day · ArtMembersV&A DundeeAll day · ArtMember Preview Day: The Art of CommemorationEdinburghAll day · Food and drinkWelcome to the Seafood Capital of Scotland and the Gateway to the IslesObanAll day · ChristmasGreat Peterhead Christmas Events organised by Light Up PeterheadPeterheadAll day · ChristmasThe Muppet Christmas CarolGlasgow Film TheatreAll day · WalksMagical Winter NightsAngusAll day · FilmI Play Rocky (12A)Hippodrome Cinema, Bo'nessAll day · FilmWildwood (12A)Hippodrome Cinema, Bo'nessAll day · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making WorkshopsMake a Christmas wreath at Hopetoun House from greenery the ranger has cut in the grounds.Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Saturday

5 December
Loch Lomond Christmas Festival, Argyll and Bute

Featured · 5 December to 6 December

Loch Lomond Christmas Festival

Loch Lomond Christmas Festival is held at Loch Lomond Shores in Balloch as part of the winter season calendar.

9am · MarketsHuntly Farmers MarketLocal producers in Huntly Square on the first Saturday of the month, 9am to 1pm.The Square, Huntly9am · ChristmasTinsel, Toys and all the Joys. Christmas at BowhillChristmas at Bowhill near Selkirk: Santa in the Victorian kitchen, craft workshops, wreath making and festive films.Bowhill House & Grounds, Selkirk9am · ChristmasBreakfast with SantaDavron Hotel, Rosehearty9am · Christmas marketEastgate In The City Christmas MarketEastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness9.30am · ChristmasSanta's Magical RoomA family visit to Santa and his team in the castle, where children share their Christmas wishes.Banff Castle9.30am · ChristmasMaking Christmas WreathsRoyal Botanic Garden Edinburgh9.30am · WorkshopsTraditional Basket Making CourseNairn Museum9.30am · ChristmasChristmas Fayre at St Donat's Castle (Saturday Entry)Bridgend9.45am · WorkshopsForaging Walk and Wreath Making WorkshopKailzie Estate, Peebles10am · ChristmasChristmas at DemijohnMulled drinks, mince pies and carols at a food and drink shop's steading near Castle Douglas.Demijohn, Castle Douglas10am · ChristmasChristmas Nature CraftsA drop-in for families making festive crafts with pine cones and other natural treasures.Glasgow10am · MarketsWinter Craft Fair in HelensburghA craft fair by the local artisans of Helensburgh and Lomond.Helensburgh10am · MarketsMunlochy Community MarketA village market in Munlochy on the Black Isle, with local stalls and a community cafe.Fortrose10am · ChristmasFestive wreath making at Callendar HouseMake a winter wreath from fresh evergreens at Callendar House, with Christmas baking from its kitchens.Callendar House, Falkirk10am · MarketsPeterhead Producers MarketLocal producers at Drummers Corner in Peterhead, 10am to 3.30pm.Drummers Corner, Peterhead10am · ChristmasFestive Wreath Making at Baron's HaughGather willow and greenery at Baron's Haugh and make a wreath to take home.RSPB Scotland Baron's Haugh, Motherwell10am · WildlifeFelted Fungi with The Pale RookNeedle-felt a wool mushroom over a wire frame with Johanna Flanagan, known for her work as The Pale Rook.Scottish Craft School, Craft Central, Dunblane10am · ChristmasSea Glass Christmas TreesArrange sea glass into a tree, drill it and mount it on a wire frame, in a one-day workshop at the Central Scotland School of Jewellery.Craft Central, Dunblane10am · WorkshopsScreenprinting: Beginner/Refresher (weekend)A weekend learning screen preparation, stencils and printing a small edition, starting from the basics.Glasgow Print Studio10am · ArtPaper Flower Making: MistletoeMake paper mistletoe with Jen of Edinburgh Paper Flowers; no experience needed.Dovecot Studios, Edinburgh10am · WorkshopsMulti-Plate Etching: AdvancedA weekend of multi-plate etching and colour printing, offsetting images between plates; prior etching experience needed.Glasgow Print Studio10am · WorkshopsScrap-busting Soft ToyA Saturday at Edinburgh Open Workshop turning fabric scraps into a soft toy on the sewing machine.Edinburgh Open Workshop10am · MarketsEndless Love Creative Winter Makers MarketMore than forty independent makers at the Fruitmarket for a winter weekend; entry is £2, and free for under-18s.Fruitmarket, Edinburgh10am · ChristmasSanta Experience at the House of the BinnsHouse Of The Binns, Linlithgow10am · Christmas marketMNB Winter Craft MarketOut Of The Blue, Edinburgh10am · GardensKids craftsPentland Plants, Loanhead10am · ChristmasFamily Christmas Fun in the LibraryLoch Leven Community Library10am · FilmBeginners Black and White PhotographyThe Inverness Darkroom10am · WalksLaunch of the James McBey AppNewburgh Village Hall, Ellon10am · Christmas marketLogie Steading Christmas MarketGrantown-on-Spey10am · MarketsOpen Studios Winter20 Milnbank Rd, Dundee10am · ChristmasIntroduction to Free Motion StitchingReTweed, Eyemouth10am · WalksBird Walk around Airthrey Loch with the RSPBLegends Coffee House, Stirling10am · Christmas marketRare At Fyvie Castle - A Christmas Shopping EventFyvie Castle10am · MarketsInverness Farmers Market – DecemberInverness High Street10am · ChristmasMrs Claus at The Hill HouseThe Hill House, Helensburgh10am · WorkshopsButchery Masterclass with Industry ExpertEdinburgh Food & Drink Academy, New Town10am · MarketsPamoja Fashion Sale - preloved clothes at great prices.St. John The Evangelist, Portobello10am · ChristmasSanta Dash for Mairi Semple FundOfficers Mess, Campbeltown10am · ArtRainNational Library of Scotland, Old Town10am · ChristmasChristmas Bazaar at Aboyne-Dinnet Church HallHuntly Road, Aboyne10am · Christmas marketInverness Farmers MarketThe Highland Club, Fort Augustus10am · Christmas marketVisit Kelso Christmas MarketThe Tait Hall, Kelso10am · ChristmasPlant Trees, Press ApplesThe Pole Barn, Glencanisp, Lairg10am · WorkshopsMachine Knitting IntroductionLearn the basics of knitting on a domestic knitting machine with knitter Lucy.Edinburgh Open Workshop10am · WorkshopsFestive/Christmas Willow Wreath Making WorkshopPortessie Public Hall, Buckie10am · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making WorkshopWalled Garden, Fochabers10am · WorkshopsChristmas Willow Wreath-Making Workshop at Falkland EstateThe Stables, Falkland Estate10am · MarketsOpen Studio Sale20 Milnbank Rd, Dundee10am · Christmas marketFestive Wreath WorkshopGlen Tanar, Aboyne10am · WorkshopsClay Candlestick WorkshopFruitmarket, Edinburgh10.10am · ChristmasSanta's Grotto at Peel FarmPeel Farm's Santa signs in Makaton, so every child can talk to him: ten-minute slots with a small gift, and breakfast with Santa too.Peel Farm, Bridgend of Lintrathen10.10am · ChristmasEvent: Santa at Brodie Castle.Brodie Castle, Forres10.15am · ChristmasSail with Santa , Loch Katrine CruisesA family sail on Loch Katrine where children meet Santa and take home a gift, followed by a festive buffet.Loch Katrine, Trossachs Pier10.30am · MarketsFocus Craft Fair (Festival of Crafts Unique to Scotland)A fair of Scottish-made arts and crafts from the North East's longest-established makers' group.Scout Hall, Aberdeen10.30am · ChristmasSkye EventsSkye10.30am · ChristmasA Christmas SpectacularWhitehall Theatre, Dundee10.30am · ChristmasWreath making and children's crafts at the Ben Nevis Visitor CentreBen Nevis Visitor Centre, Fort William10.30am · WorkshopsFestive Wreath Making Workshop - Deposit TicketCrarae Woodland Garden (National Trust for Scotland), Inveraray10.30am · WorkshopsWinter Warming Yoga WorkshopOld Course Hotel, St Andrews10.30am · WorkshopsFestive Singing WorkshopSt Joseph's Neighbourhood Centre, Peebles10.30am · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath WorkshopFloors Castle, Kelso11am · ChristmasVictorian ChristmasLiving history at Edinburgh Castle: how the Victorians kept Christmas, shown on December weekends.Edinburgh Castle11am · ChristmasSanta Train at the Fife Heritage RailwaySanta trains from Kirkland Sidings in Leven, leaving through the day on one weekend only, so book early.Kirkland Sidings, Leven11am · FamilyChristmas Baking for ChildrenHill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden (National Trust for Scotland), Cupar11am · ChristmasKids Crafty Christmas, An Tobar and Mull TheatreAn Tobar, Tobermory11am · ChristmasWreath Making with GATHERBowhouse, St Monans11am · ChristmasUig Christmas Fayre, Community CentreUig Community centre, Uig, Isle of Lewis11am · ChristmasSanta's Grotto at the House of Dun (Saturday)House of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature Reserve11am · MarketsAdvent Sale - 11am to 1pm OR 2pm to 4pmCamphill Blair Drummond11am · ChristmasVictorian Christmas FayreAden Country Park Courtyard, Mintlaw11am · WalksWinter Family TrailSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh, Old Town11am · WorkshopsDIY Basics Workshop: Household FixesFix common household snags such as loose handles and dated light fittings in a hands-on Saturday workshop. Sold out.Edinburgh Open Workshop11am · WorkshopsWreath Making Workshop at Culzean CastleCulzean Castle, Maybole11am · WorkshopsSinging for wellbeing workshop with Xan TylerGreener Kirkcaldy11.45am · WalksGaelic Landscape Walk - KilmoryKilmory Hall & Bunkhouse, Isle of Arran12pm · ChristmasEdible Christmas Gifting at BallintaggartMake five Christmas presents at Ballintaggart Farm, from chutneys and jams to biscotti, and take them home wrapped.Ballintaggart, Grandtully12pm · Christmas marketSauchiehall Makers MarketGlasgow12pm · Christmas marketWinterfestLairg Community Centre12pm · ChristmasHeather Lodge Winter Fayre, BrodickHeather Lodge Holistic and Well Being Centre, Brodick12pm · ChristmasParents/Carers Pilates and Christmas PunchPeedie Kirk, Kirkwall URC Church12pm · ChristmasPancakes With SantaPaisley12pm · WalksPeebles Witch Trials Walking ToursTWEED GREEN Peebles12pm · ArtThe Art of Conscious BreathingAlba Chiropractic Clinic, Dundee12pm · WorkshopsFestive Wreath WorkshopsHelensburgh12pm · WorkshopsCandle Making WorkshopAnnan Harbour12.30pm · Christmas marketCromarty Brewing Co Festive TourCromarty12.30pm · GardensSACT - Out & About Club - Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair - BeithAyrshire12.30pm · ChristmasVisit Santa at Aden Country ParkAden Country Park, Aberdeen1pm · ChristmasChristmas Afternoon Tea at Stirling CastleChristmas afternoon tea in the Great Hall of Stirling Castle, the banqueting hall built for James IV.Stirling Castle1pm · ChristmasChristmas Wreath MakingThe Summerhouse, Cardross1pm · Christmas marketChristmas Fair, Balallan HallBalallan Hall, Isle of Lewis1pm · ToursGuided Tour: Dunoon and the Fight for Women's SuffrageDunoon1pm · WorkshopsLebanese Cookery Workshopramekin + rollingpin cookery school, Glasgow1.30pm · PantomimePeter Pan Pantomime (Upstage Aboyne)Aboyne1.30pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Workshop at La RoseDufftown2pm · SportDufftown FC v Forres ThistleDufftown2pm · WellnessYoga in the GlenPittencrieff Park, Dunfermline2pm · ChristmasCHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING WITH ROSIE STEER — Guardswell FarmGuardswell Farm, Kinnaird2pm · ChristmasOrigami With Jess - Festive Napkin Folding!Abbot House, The Flight Room, Dunfermline2pm · ChristmasCoorie in for ChristmasFern Bothy, Longniddry2pm · WorkshopsChristmas Calligraphy WorkshopCarnoustie Baptist Church2pm · WorkshopsWinter Botanical Blending – Perfume WorkshopFruitmarket, Edinburgh2.30pm · FilmArtists Film International: A Kind of PowerTramway, Glasgow3pm · ChristmasA MacRobert Christmas Gathering (Tarland)The Square, Tarland3pm · MusicThe GSA Choir Christmas ConcertA 150-voice choir in a concert of familiar Christmas music and a new commission.Glasgow3pm · SportScottish Premiership: Aberdeen vs Dundee UnitedAberdeen at home to Dundee United in Scotland's top football league.Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen3pm · ComedyAn Idiots Guide to Wine: Comedy Over WineGlasgow3pm · DanceGlitterboxPaisley3.30pm · EventPeter AntoniouThe mind reader who amazed the judges on America's Got Talent.Glasgow4pm · GardensAn Evening of Live Music with Ali, Gerry & Martin and Scott WilsonGirvan Community Garden4pm · ToursSoul on Sunday Live Here Comes the Girls TourPaisley5.30pm · MusicAGP Christmas GigSeven Scottish acts in one big night, hosted by the BBC Radio Scotland DJ Vic Galloway.The Tunnels, Aberdeen5.30pm · ToursCastle By Candlelight - A Christmas Guided TourCastle Fraser, Inverurie5.30pm · WorkshopsMastering Sourdough - The Quest for the Perfect LoafScran + Roadie, Glasgow5.30pm · SportScottish Premiership: St Mirren vs HeartsPaisley6pm · Traditional musicLittle QuirksIndie-folk band from the Central Coast of New South Wales, known for explosive live shows.Glasgow6pm · DanceEcstatic Dance Oban DecemberOban Yoga Studio6pm · ChristmasThe Outrageous Billy Porter – Live at the Dalearn SuiteLochys Dalearn Suite, Glasgow6pm · ChristmasChristmas Vehicle RunShetland6pm · ChristmasFestive Printing with GailEvery One Every Day at The Mercat Shopping Centre, Kirkcaldy6pm · ChristmasRiffmasShetland6pm · WorkshopsFestive Wreath Making Workshop at Essence of HarrisMake a wreath in the Essence of Harris shop in Tarbert with Aliyssa of Abhainn Ghlas, from materials gathered on her croft on Lewis.Essence of Harris, Tarbert6.30pm · ArtP&J LiveP&J Live, Aberdeen6.30pm · EventBlossomsThe Stockport band of Tom Ogden, with catchy, polished indie pop.Glasgow6.30pm · ChristmasFestive House for an ABBA LoverA festive evening of food, drinks and ABBA hits in a house built to a Mackintosh design.House For An Art Lover, Glasgow6.30pm · ChristmasBring a Party to a Party: Aboyne Golf ClubGolf Road, Aboyne6.30pm · ChristmasChristmas Cocktail DinnerMackays Hotel, Wick6.30pm · ChristmasFree Go Mad With Dad Christmas Family Movie & Supper With SantaThe Fraser Centre, Tranent7pm · ToursThe Scottish Pink Floyd TourAn eleven-piece Pink Floyd tribute, playing two and a half hours of the greatest hits.Loreburn Hall, Dumfries7pm · MusicDayseekerOrange County progressive metalcore band.Glasgow7pm · EventPeter PanJ.M. Barrie's Peter Pan, staged by a local amateur dramatics company.Ellon Parish Kirk Centre7pm · DanceSkipinnishThe Highland trad-rock band, one of Scotland's biggest live draws, in a night of songs and tunes.Glasgow7pm · EventDave Mccabe (the Zutons)The Zutons frontman, out on his own with new solo songs.Glasgow7pm · EventAn Abba Dream | THE ALBERT HALLSAn ABBA tribute show with all the hits, platforms and glitter.Stirling7pm · MusicCallum BeattieThe Edinburgh-born singer-songwriter Callum Beattie, who worked his way up from pub gigs to big stages.Strathpeffer Pavilion7pm · ChristmasA Magical Night of Christmas songsChristmas songs from local singers, with dance routines from local troupes.Ness Bank Church, Inverness7pm · ChristmasGTM Lates: Grinch (PG)Grampian Transport Museum, Alford7pm · MusicBootleg Blondie at Ayr PavilionHarris7pm · ChristmasPROBLEM PATTERNS, LANDE HEKT, Mono Vegan Cafe Bar & VenueMono, Glasgow7pm · MusicLive from the Theatre: André Rieu's Christmas Concert - Let it snow!Dunoon7pm · ChristmasMaria's Norwegian Christmas DinnerStation Square, Aboyne7pm · MusicFajitas With Fair Tricket - PortlethenAberdeen7pm · MusicUniversity of Glasgow Christmas ConcertThe Crichton, Dumfries7pm · PantomimeDumbarton People's Theatre - PantomimeDenny Civic Theatre, Helensburgh7pm · ChristmasIbrox GlitterballPaisley7.30pm · FilmWarren Miller’s "Days Off" Film PremiereThe premiere of Warren Miller's new ski film, an evening of big lines and deep powder to start the season.Cairngorms7.30pm · Traditional musicRed Hot Chilli PipersThe bagpipe band that plays rock anthems on the pipes, with drums and guitars behind them.Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries7.30pm · ChristmasBach: Christmas OratorioThe city's Bach choir sings parts of the Christmas Oratorio to mark its seventieth year.St Machar's Cathedral, Aberdeen7.30pm · MusicHorse | TOLBOOTHThe Scottish singer-songwriter Horse, with stripped-back songs and tales between them.Stirling7.30pm · MusicScottish Ensemble: Concerts by CandlelightThe string orchestra Scottish Ensemble plays by candlelight in a medieval kirk.Perth7.30pm · MusicThe Choir of ManA show of pub songs and stories from a band of men singing round the bar.Edinburgh7.30pm · TheatreSpiders On Mars at The TowerThe Tower Digital Arts Centre, Helensburgh7.30pm · ChristmasNutcracker Suite at ChristmasPaisley7.30pm · ChristmasA Christmas Songbook - Perth Amateur Operatic SocietyPerth8pm · MusicNorthsideThe Manchester band from the Madchester years of the early 1990s.Drummonds, Aberdeen8pm · MusicTrevor HornThe record producer behind Frankie Goes to Hollywood and much of the sound of the eighties.The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh8pm · WhiskyFireside Whisky Tasting at the Lochranza Country InnLochranza Country Inn8pm · ChristmasArea Renaissance XmasPaisley8pm · Christmas marketTraditional Music, Barvas Community CentreBarvas Community Centre, Isle of Lewis8.30pm · MusicThe Music of Harry Potter by Mystery EnsembleSt Stephen’s church, InvernessAll day · FestivalsLoch Lomond Shores Christmas FestivalA free Christmas festival on Loch Lomond's shore, with street food, children's rides, entertainers and Santa.Loch Lomond Shores, HelensburghAll day · ChristmasSanta at the National Wallace MonumentSanta comes to the Wallace Monument for festive stories on December weekends.The National Wallace Monument, StirlingAll day · Traditional musicThe MG ALBA Scots Trad Music AwardsGlasgowAll day · MusicCome and Sing Christmas Carols with The Cecilian Choir DundeeDundeeAll day · ArtThe Art of CommemorationAn exhibition on the story of the Scottish National War Memorial and the art that made it.EdinburghAll day · EventHayley EarlamA multi-sensory performance made for young audiences with complex needs.BrrrAll day · ChristmasChristmas Cracker Festive Shopping ExtravaganzaTwo days of Christmas shopping stalls in the decorated Georgian house near Berwick.Paxton HouseAll day · ChristmasSanta's GrottoA grotto for meeting Father Christmas at the mountain resort by Fort William.Nevis Range, Fort WilliamAll day · EventDel Amitri plus Special GuestsThe Glasgow band behind Nothing Ever Happens, marking four decades of songs on tour.DundeeAll day · MarketsMontrose MarketA producers' market on the High Street, with food and crafts from around Angus.MontroseAll day · MusicAndré Rieu’s Christmas Concert: Let it SnowA screening of the Dutch violinist's Christmas concert, full of festive classics with his orchestra.MontroseAll day · ChristmasChristmas in the GalleryA festive afternoon in the botanic garden's gallery, with music, a quiz and refreshments.Benmore Botanic Garden, DunoonAll day · MusicPop Up Jazz Funk ClubThe Allan Wylie Quintet, some of the Scottish jazz scene's brightest players, at a pop-up jazz funk club.DouglasAll day · ChristmasSanta Trains, Keith and Dufftown RailwaySanta trains on the Keith and Dufftown Railway, through Speyside's whisky country, on December weekends.DufftownAll day · EventBeauty and the BeastBeauty and the Beast is the Macrobert's Christmas panto this year, written by Johnny McKnight.Macrobert Arts Centre, StirlingAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with Santa at Glamis CastleBreakfast with Santa at Glamis Castle, the Queen Mother's childhood home, decorated for Christmas.GlamisAll day · ChristmasWesterton Festive EventWesterton Farm's festive event in the barn comes back, with Santa's Grotto and hot food and drink.Westerton Farm, LaurencekirkAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with Santa at Dalkeith Country ParkBreakfast with Santa in The Kitchen at Restoration Yard, Dalkeith Country Park, on mornings through December.Dalkeith Country ParkAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with Santa at Drumlanrig CastleBreakfast with Santa at Drumlanrig Castle from 9am to 10am, on December weekends and the days before Christmas, a gift for each child.Drumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · ChristmasA Tale with Santa at Drumlanrig CastleA Christmas story with Santa at Drumlanrig Castle, in afternoon sessions on December weekends and the days before Christmas.Drumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · ChristmasSanta's Grotto at Drumlanrig CastleMeet Santa in his grotto at Drumlanrig Castle near Thornhill, a gift for each child, on December weekends and the days before Christmas.Drumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · ChristmasMillie's Dinky Donkeys at The Mains of DrumMeet Millie's Dinky Donkeys at the Mains of Drum near Drumoak, with a family photo taken in time for the Christmas cards. Booked by time.The Mains of Drum, DrumoakAll day · ChristmasCLAYA weekend of ceramics at the Arts and Crafts house in Arbroath: talks and a preview on Saturday night, then a market of over twenty makers on Sunday.Hospitalfield, ArbroathAll day · ToursNorrie MacIver: Roots Beneath island tourNorrie MacIver, once the singer of Skippinish, brings songs and stories from his new album Roots Beneath to Cnoc Soilleir.Cnoc Soilleir, South UistAll day · ChristmasSanta Steam TrainsChristmas trips by steam train from Bo'ness, with a visit from Santa on board.Bo'ness & Kinneil RailwayAll day · ChristmasSanta’s Grotto Tickets Discovery PointSanta's grotto at Discovery Point, beside the ship that took Scott to the Antarctic, on Dundee's waterfront.DundeeAll day · ChristmasChristmas on the Farm at BriarlandsSanta and his elves on the farm at Gargunnock, west of Stirling, every December weekend and on a few weekdays before Christmas.Briarlands Farm, GargunnockAll day · ChristmasSanta and the Grinch at Monikie Country ParkSanta's grotto and the Grinch's rather less cosy one at Monikie Country Park near Dundee, with festive trails, on December weekends.Monikie Country ParkAll day · Christmas marketThe Haven Christmas Market,StonehavenAll day · Christmas marketHandmade In Ayr Christmas MarketAyrshireAll day · ChristmasWaggy Wonderland at Ayr RacecourseAyrshireAll day · ChristmasJingle All The Day Day Dancin` at Ayr RacecourseAyrshireAll day · MusicPop-Up Jazz ClubDouglasAll day · ChristmasMaking Christmas Wreaths Saturday PM (1)EdinburghAll day · ChristmasMaking Christmas Wreaths Saturday AM (1)EdinburghAll day · ChristmasSoul On Sunday Live: Here Come The GirlsGlasgowAll day · WalksGaelic Landscape WalkKilmory Hall & BunkhouseAll day · ChristmasStory with Santa @ Dunbar Garden CentreDunbar Garden Centre, DunbarAll day · WorkshopsJocky Wilson Memorial Cup XIIAlloaAll day · MusicJunior Conservatoire Music Choral ShowcaseRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · ChristmasNew Identity BandCairndale Hotel, DumfriesAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with Santa at Peel FarmKirriemuirAll day · Christmas marketChristmas FairStirlingAll day · ChristmasChristmas Shopping DayDovecot Studios, EdinburghAll day · TalksTapestry Talks: The Scottish Tapestry TrailDovecot Studios, EdinburghAll day · Christmas05.12.2026 - Edible Christmas GiftingBallintaggart, GrandtullyAll day · ChristmasSanta’s Grotto at MurtonForfarAll day · TheatreSaturday Drama ClubsAn Lanntair, StornowayAll day · ChristmasBreakfast or Lunch with SantaStirlingAll day · Christmas marketChristmas Fair at Glasgow Prestwick AirportPrestwickAll day · Christmas marketChristmas at McManusDundeeAll day · Christmas marketOban Bay, Christmas ExtravaganzaObanAll day · ChristmasEdinburgh Sings!EdinburghAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with Santa at Charleton FarmMontroseAll day · ChristmasSantas Grotto at Charleton FarmMontroseAll day · ChristmasSanta’s Grotto at the House of DunMontroseAll day · MusicAyrshire Voices Christmas ConcertSt Nicholas Church, PrestwickAll day · ArtDungeons, Dragons & David BowieV&A DundeeAll day · Food and drinkWelcome to the Seafood Capital of Scotland and the Gateway to the IslesObanAll day · WalksJunior Rangers at Forfar Loch • ANGUSaliveForfarAll day · TheatreYouth TheatreAn Lanntair, StornowayAll day · HistoryWhat Were You Wearing?Perth MuseumAll day · WildlifeDuloch Park Community Tree PlantingDunfermlineAll day · FilmTake 2: KlausGlasgow Film TheatreAll day · ToursCastle ToursDrumlanrig Castle, ThornhillAll day · FilmThe Great Gatsby [Lauriston Castle Film Screenings]EdinburghAll day · ChristmasElgin IlluminationsElgin PlainstonesAll day · ChristmasChristmas Fayre at Dundonald Church HallBackAll day · Christmas market3D2D Christmas FairEdinburghAll day · WorkshopsAutism Friendly Family WorkshopA family workshop on the giant circus that once came to the hall every year, for children with autism.GlasgowAll day · WorkshopsSanta's Breakfast and Workshop at MurtonPancakes and breakfast rolls in the tearoom at Murton near Forfar, then Santa's workshop to make something festive and a photo with him.Murton Farm & Nature Reserve, ForfarAll day · WorkshopsPainting Workshop with David MitchellAngus

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6 December

Featured · 6 December

Festive Wreath Workshop at Glen Tanar

Glen Tanar is a beautiful place to make your own Christmas wreath.

Aboyne
8.30am · WellnessSEA SWIM WELLNESS EVENT - Yoga, Dance, Cold Water ExperienceGullane Beach9.30am · ChristmasGlasgow Santa DashGlasgow9.45am · WorkshopsForaging Walk and Wreath Making WorkshopKailzie Estate, Peebles10am · WorkshopsCyanotype PrintingMake cyanotype prints, photographs taken without a camera, with daylight and everyday objects. Sold out.Scottish Craft School, Craft Central, Dunblane10am · ChristmasWeave Willow Stars for ChristmasPortessie Public Hall, Buckie10am · ChristmasWreath Making at Kinmount HouseKinmount House, Annan10am · Christmas marketMNB Winter Craft MarketOut Of The Blue, Edinburgh10am · PantomimeFairfields Community Panto - AladdinFairfield Community Sports Hub, Dundee10am · ChristmasEvent: Santa at Brodie Castle.Brodie Castle, Forres10am · Christmas marketFestive Wreath WorkshopAboyne10am · WorkshopsWinter solstice yoga workshopOld Course Hotel, St Andrews10am · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Making WorkshopWalled Garden, Fochabers10am · WorkshopsMarble Pattern Christmas Decorations WorkshopGlasgow10am · WorkshopsFramed Embroidered Letter WorkshopFruitmarket, Edinburgh10.15am · ChristmasSail with Santa, Loch Katrine CruisesA family sail on Loch Katrine where children meet Santa and take home a gift, followed by a festive buffet.Loch Katrine, Trossachs Pier10.30am · ChristmasBadaguish & Speyside Trust Christmas Fayre and Santa’s GrottoA Christmas fair and Santa's grotto at an outdoor centre near Aviemore, run for a local charity.Cairngorms10.30am · ChristmasChristmas Fayre and Santa’s GrottoBadaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore11am · Christmas marketChristmas Market at Cove Burgh HallA Christmas market in the village hall at Cove.Cove Burgh Hall, Helensburgh11am · MarketsCulross Community MarketCulross Village Green11am · ChristmasHands on Art Family Session: Mini Wooden Winter CottagesPerth Art Gallery11am · ChristmasSanta's Grotto at the House of Dun (Sunday)House of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature Reserve11am · ChristmasMorning Festive Wreath MakingCrathes Public Hall, Banchory11am · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath Workshop at La RoseDufftown11.30am · MusicThe Lord Of The Rings In ConcertGlasgow12pm · MusicFestive Concert with Afternoon TeaFestive music and singing at the piano, with afternoon tea in a historic music room.House For An Art Lover, Glasgow12pm · ChristmasWreath Making & Afternoon Tea at RBBMRobertson Room, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway12pm · ChristmasChristmas Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea (Belwade Farm, Aboyne)Aboyne12.30pm · ComedyThe Stand Comedy Club’s Improv ShowThe Stand Comedy Club, Glasgow1pm · PantomimeInverurie Panto - Jack & the BeanstalkThe town's pantomime of Jack and the Beanstalk, with a giant and plenty of laughs.Inverurie Town Hall1pm · ChristmasThe Magic of Christmas | Festive Afternoon with JC Lee & FriendsAberdeen Douglas Hotel1pm · Christmas marketFestive Afternoon Tea & Christmas MarketLaggan1pm · ChristmasAndre Rieu: Let It SnowEastgate Theatre Eastgate, Peebles, EH45 8AD1pm · MarketsInKeith Indoor Sunday MarketKeith1pm · ChristmasBig Phat Festive BrunchGlasgow1.15pm · WorkshopsXmas Slime WorkshopDumbarton Football Club Ltd1.30pm · ChristmasA Very Blonde XmasChristmas chaos, games and wild behaviour with Jade and Lorri of Relatively Blondes.Berlinkys, Glasgow2pm · ChristmasSanta PawsA visit to Santa for dogs.Dobbies Aberdeen2pm · Christmas marketChristmas Craft FairA Christmas craft fair of local makers, with teas, home bakes and games, run by a Lerwick swimming club.Shetland2pm · MusicLive from the Theatre: André Rieu's Christmas Concert - Let it snow!Dunoon2pm · ChristmasChristmas Afternoon Tea @ Tea With a DifferenceDunoon2pm · ChristmasAfternoon Festive Wreath MakingCrathes Public Hall, Banchory2pm · BooksBringing the Deep Sea to the Lab - In Silico ReefsScottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick2pm · WorkshopsChristmas Wreath WorkshopAn afternoon making a Christmas wreath from seasonal foliage with Gloam, then a festive drink and the park to walk.Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston2pm · WorkshopsNatural Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop15 Adamson Ave, Perth2.30pm · Christmas2026 Santa's Steam Train Trip for adoptive familiesMuseum of Scottish Railways, Bo'ness3pm · ComedyVery Important Panel ShowThe Stand Comedy Club, Glasgow3pm · WorkshopsBookbinding workshop: Concertina SketchbookFruitmarket, Edinburgh3.30pm · MusicStirling OrchestraThe Snowman | THE ALBERT HALLS |, Stirling3.30pm · MusicTea and Craft ConcertSt Laurence Church, Forres5pm · FilmSkye Bridge Studios 123Skye Bridge Studios, Kyle of Lochalsh5pm · FilmSunday Screening I The Crime is Mine - Dec 6th 5pmSkye Bridge Studios, Kyle of Lochalsh5.30pm · MusicThe Lord of the Rings – The Fellowship of the Ring in ConcertOVO Hydro, Glasgow6pm · FamilyBill Bailey: VaudevilleanThe comic and musician's family show celebrating the old tradition of vaudeville.P&J Live, Aberdeen6pm · ChristmasCarols By Candlelight at The TowerThe Tower Digital Arts Centre, Helensburgh7pm · MusicVistasEdinburgh indie rock band with big, upbeat songs.Glasgow7pm · MusicTaliskThe genre-bending Scottish folk trio, among the most in-demand acts in trad music.Music Hall, Aberdeen7pm · EventImperial TriumphantMasked New York avant-garde metal band, with jazz and Art Deco style.Glasgow7pm · EventMartin McAloon (Prefab Sprout)A founder of Prefab Sprout, playing a two-hour show of the band's songs.Glasgow7pm · EventBarenaked LadiesCanadian band behind One Week, with humour in every song.Glasgow7pm · MusicEthan ReganCharlotte-born singer-songwriter with thoughtful, introspective songs.Glasgow7pm · MusicDel AmitriThe Glasgow band behind Nothing Ever Happens, with four decades of songs.Glasgow7pm · MusicGwenifer RaymondWelsh guitarist of American primitive and fingerstyle folk.Glasgow7pm · MusicGWENIFER RAYMOND — Mono Vegan Cafe Bar & VenueMono, Glasgow7.30pm · Traditional musicThe RabbittsBand blurring folk, alternative and atmospheric pop.Glasgow7.30pm · ChristmasChristmas PartyA Christmas party in the hall at Quarff, raising money for the hall.Shetland7.30pm · MusicPerth Choral Society presents Handel’s MessiahThe Perth Choral Society sings Handel's Messiah.Perth7.30pm · MusicLaura Cortese & Romeo Stodart (Magic Numbers)Mareel, Lerwick7.30pm · TheatreWe Will Rock You MusicalVictoria Halls, Helensburgh7.30pm · MusicChristmas ConcertSt Andrew's Parish Church, Aberdeen8pm · FilmP&J LiveP&J Live, Aberdeen11pm · ComedyNorth Dogs @ West BarnsWest Barns Bowling Club, EdinburghAll day · ChristmasJingle Bell Party at Forbes of KingennieA festive party for families, with Santa, a gift for the little ones and a magician.DundeeAll day · FestivalsLoch Lomond Christmas FestivalLoch LomondAll day · ChristmasA Christmas CarolA retelling of the Dickens tale woven with carols sung a cappella, among them O Holy Night and Silent Night.Rosslyn Chapel, RoslinAll day · TheatreCinderella | Theatre | Family, TheatreThe Christmas pantomime of Cinderella, with a signed and a relaxed performance in the run.Beacon Arts Centre, GreenockAll day · ChristmasChristmas WishesA musical soundscape of winter wonders and Christmas cheer.Byre Theatre, St AndrewsAll day · ComedyPolish Comedy NightA night of Polish cabaret comedy, in Polish, from two well-loved sketch troupes.EICC, EdinburghAll day · ChristmasSanta Experience at Hill of TarvitSanta at Hill of Tarvit, the Edwardian mansion above Cupar, which opens its doors for its Christmas days.CuparAll day · Christmas marketAlloa Tower Victorian Christmas FairA Victorian Christmas fair inside Alloa Tower, with stalls and crafts for children.AlloaAll day · Christmas marketThe Glenturret Distillery Christmas Fair: SundayA Christmas fair at the Glenturret distillery near Crieff, with stalls, wreath making and free tours.The Glenturret, CrieffAll day · ToursNorrie MacIver: Roots Beneath island tourNorrie MacIver, once the singer of Skippinish, brings songs and stories from his new album Roots Beneath to Castlebay Hall.Castlebay HallAll day · ChristmasMake Your Own Fine Silver KeepsakeBowhouse, St MonansAll day · ChristmasPaws & Presents with Santa at TarvitCuparAll day · WalksBDHC - Xmas Walk, BankfootDunkeldAll day · MusicChristmas in Benholm ConcertMill of Benholm, JohnshavenAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with SantaThainstone House, ScotlandAll day · Traditional musicAn Afternoon of Traditional MusicRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland, GlasgowAll day · WorkshopsWreath Making Masterclass & Afternoon TeaCairndale Hotel, DumfriesAll day · ChristmasFestive Trail Runs at Glamis CastleGlamisAll day · ChristmasBreakfast with Santa at The Abbotsford Hotel, AyrAyrshireAll day · MarketsBellevue Farmers MarketBellevue Farm, BlackwaterfootAll day · MusicAyrshire Symphony Orchestra Christmas ConcertsAyr Town HallAll day · ChristmasFestive Wreath Making with Kay HaspellInverness CastleAll day · ChristmasMerry Buys, Mince Pies & Mulled CiderInverness CastleAll day · Food and drink06.12.2026 Slow SundayBallintaggart, GrandtullyAll day · ChristmasSanta's Grotto at Glencorse CentrePenicuikAll day · ChristmasSanta Fun Run & Santa PawsEdinburghAll day · WalksJunior Rangers at Crombie • ANGUSaliveAngusAll day · ChristmasReindeer at the ParkBo'nessAll day · ChristmasWreath Making & Afternoon TeaAyrshireAll day · Christmas marketTea Green Christmas Market at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and MuseumGlasgowAll day · ChristmasSanta SundaysInvernessAll day · WellnessSeasonal Serenity Mini-Yoga RetreatDunoonAll day · ChristmasAyr Churches Together Carol Service, Auld Kirk, AyrBackAll day · ChristmasShoreline presnets Santa RoastStranraerAll day · WorkshopsBrass Hair Pin WorkshopShape, forge, texture and finish brass to make a sculptural hair pin in a one-day jewellery workshop.Craft Central, DunblaneAll day · FamilyMrs Claus Storytime at SloansMrs Claus reads stories to young children at Glasgow's oldest bar, with hot chocolate, a cookie and reindeer food to take home.Sloans, GlasgowAll day · ChristmasChristmas Crafternoon: DecorationsAn afternoon at DCA making tree ornaments, paper stars and a wreath, with no glass, plastic or glitter in sight. Tickets £50.Dundee Contemporary ArtsAll day · WorkshopsSanta’s Workshop at MurtonForfar

On for weeks

On now · ExhibitionsUntil 30 NovemberExhibition: Made by Mary Beck - Dressmaking through the DecadesGarments made by the dressmaker Mary Beck, tracing changes in style and fabric across the decades.Hawick MuseumOn now · ExhibitionsUntil 30 NovemberPrint & Page - Group ExhibitionNew printmaking and artists' books from Print & Page, a collective from south-east Scotland.Hawick Museum & GalleryOn now · WorkshopsUntil 30 NovemberSew Your Own Roll-Top BackpackSew a roll-top backpack from a basic pattern, from cutting to construction, with maker Nicola.Edinburgh Open WorkshopOn now · WellnessUntil 30 NovemberSafe Dynamic Yoga, Monday 10:30am5th floor suite 384, 93 Hope St, GlasgowOn now · ToursUntil 30 NovemberTour: Newhailes UncoveredNewhailes House & Garden, MusselburghOn now · ToursUntil 30 NovemberGuided Battlefield Tour with Museum Entry (November)Culloden Battlefield, InvernessOn now · FamilyUntil 30 NovemberNevis Club - Science SundayEastgate Shopping Centre, InvernessOn now · WorkshopsUntil 30 NovemberMeditation classes - Monday evenings at Shoreline PortyShoreline Studio, EdinburghOn now · WalksUntil 30 NovemberMictlan Cocktail TrailVarious Locations Edinburgh
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V&A Catwalk: The Art of the Fashion Show, DundeeMore info3 April to 17 JanuaryV&A Catwalk: The Art of the Fashion ShowDundeeFrance-Lise McGurn: The Charm OffensiveMore info22 August to 15 NovemberFrance-Lise McGurn: The Charm OffensiveDundeeMore info1 September to 26 NovemberDrawing InspirationGlasgowMore info5 September to 30 NovemberJohn Bellany: AnchoredAnstrutherMore info18 September to 21 NovemberClann-Nighean an Sgadain / Following the FishStornowayMore info26 September to 12 DecemberAlyth Arches ToursAlythA museum exhibit recreates a Victorian street with a horse-drawn cart, gas lamp and a shopfront reading 'Subway' beneath a glazed roof.More info1 October to 31 DecemberMagic on Main Street TrailGlasgowMore info3 October to 18 NovemberCitizens Theatre heritage building toursGlasgowA visitor centre with pitched timber-clad gables and a conical-roofed entrance pavilion stands at the end of a gravel path, bare winter trees surrounding it.More info20 October to 14 NovemberMunro Legacy ExhibitionGlencoeMore info3 to 19 NovemberSignature Food FestivalAberdeenA gothic sandstone building with pinnacled towers and a spired roof stands behind a paved forecourt, stone benches and potted plants lining the entrance steps.More info10 NovemberDesigning a Universe: Science, Art and Imagined WorldsDundeeA stone building with a banner hangs beneath overhanging trees, people seated on a bench outside.More info12 NovemberGreyfriars@12: Magnus Turpie and FriendsEdinburgh

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