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Nights Out Events in Lanarkshire in May 2024

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Events in Lanarkshire

Cinema Live: Carmen

Selected dates between 1st May 2024 - 5th May 2024

Aigul Akmetshina and Vasilisa Berzhanskaya share the title role in Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production of Bizet's ever-popular opera, Carmen!

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Made In Dagenham - The Musical

1st May 2024 - 4th May 2024

ACAOS are returning to the stage at Airdrie Town Hall with Made in Dagenham... based on the real-life events of the 1968 Ford sewing machinists strike in Dagenham, England!

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The Royal Opera: Carmen

1st May 2024

Lanternhouse Cinema are excited to host a screening of the new production by The Royal Opera of Bizet's Carmen on Wednesday 1st May!

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Cinema Screening: Macbeth: Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma

Selected dates between 2nd May 2024 - 5th May 2024

A couple corrupted by their relentless lust for power have blood on their hands. Witness the gripping tale of greed, murder, deception, and superstition at this screening of Macbeth at Lanternhouse!

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David Starr & Erik Stucky

2nd May 2024

Colorado based singer songwriter David Starr will be return to 50rpm on Thursday 2nd May with special guest Erik Stucky joining him on mandolin!

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I Hope Your Flowers Bloom

2nd May 2024

I Hope Your Flowers Bloom, Raymond Wilson's semi-autobiographical show and a hit of the 2023 Fringe, comes to Lanternhouse on Thursday 2nd May!

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An Evening With Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton

3rd May 2024

Join Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton at The Town House on Friday 3rd May as they share their stories from their time at the club!

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Big Vern n the Shootahs

3rd May 2024

The sensational Big Vern n the Shootahs are renowned throughout the live music circuit as the ultimate feel-good band, catch them live at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 3rd May!

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EK Rep Fest

3rd May 2024 - 4th May 2024

This year sees the return of the EK Rep's Festival of one act plays where each night of the festival will see three plays from amateur clubs in the Lanarkshire area.

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The Organ Unleashed With Aaron Hawthorne

3rd May 2024

On Friday 3rd May East Kilbride Old Parish Church host a night of music with a wonderful organ recital from renowned organist Aaron Hawthorne!

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Out of The Blue - A Celebration of Joni Mitchell

4th May 2024

Celebrating the music of Joni Mitchell, Anne Gair and her band explore her most loved album Blue, and other favourites at Strathaven Town Mill on Saturday 4th May!

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Ready Steady 60’s Show

4th May 2024

Ready Steady 60's Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable decade, don't miss it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 4th May!

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Stereofunk Festival

4th May 2024

Stereofunk returns to Chatelherault Park with a MASSIVE lineup on Sat 4th May! Featuring the return of the Vengaboys and a host of all your favourite 90s acts!

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Supersonic Queen

4th May 2024

Supersonic Queen have been touring the UK collectively for over 10 years performing their tribute to Queen, catch them live at Lanternhouse on Saturday 4th May!

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Dreamcoat Stars

8th May 2024

Experience the powerful star vocals of four Josephs, coming together for a magical evening of West End and Broadway musical classics at Lanark Memorial Hall!

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National Theatre Live: Nye

9th May 2024

The epic new Welsh fantasia Nye, which sees Michael Sheen playing Nye Bevan, will be broadcast live from the National Theatre to Lanternhouse on Thursday 9th May!

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80s Live

10th May 2024

The biggest 80s party show to tour the UK, 80s Live, is coming the Town House Hamilton on Friday 10th May!

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Four Clarinets and a Choir

10th May 2024

Enjoy a rich tapestry of folk music from across the globe, brought to life by the haunting harmonies of the Silver Keys Clarinet Quartet, at the Henderson Theatre in Shotts!

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McFleetwood

10th May 2024

Performing the hits you know and love and celebrating the music of one of the most iconic bands of all time, McFleetwood are not to be missed at Rutherglen Town Hall in May!

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Rock Choir Concert

10th May 2024

The Haven is thrilled to announce an upcoming charity evening featuring an inspirational and uplifting performance from Hamilton Rock Choir on Friday 10th May!

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The Counterfeit Seventies

10th May 2024

After an extensive tour with The Counterfeit Sixties show a unique Seventies show is on tour celebrating a decade of glam rock to new wave music and everything in between!

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The Hackles

10th May 2024

50rpm are delighted to welcome the amazing Oregon trio The Hackles to The Georgian Hotel, Coatbridge on Friday 10th May!

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The Springsteen Sessions

10th May 2024

Catch The Springsteen Sessions, probably the finest Boss tribute band in the land, when they return to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Friday 10th May!

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An Intimate Evening With The Hikers

11th May 2024

The Hikers return to ONE Church Scotland on Saturday 11th May for an intimate and interactive show!

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Creedence Clearwater Review

11th May 2024

Creedence Clearwater Review have announced their return to the UK with their 'Green River' tour including a night at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 11th May!

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Nearly Elton

11th May 2024

Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at East Kilbride Village Theatre on Saturday 11th May!

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Rock For Heroes

11th May 2024

Rock for Heroes is back on the road bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artists to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 11th May!

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The Sounds Of Simon

11th May 2024

The Sounds of Simon, This is the UK's longest running tribute to Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, returns to Lanternhouse on Saturday 11th May!

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Cinema Screening: Big Banana Feet

12th May 2024

Featuring iconic stand-up material alongside fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpses, don't miss a special screening of Billy Connolly documentary Big Banana Feet at Cumbernauld Theatre!

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Cumbernauld Folk Club Presents Rachel Newton

15th May 2024

Come along and experience the fine mixture of traditional and folk music, storytelling and good company when Cumbernauld Folk Club returns on May 15th featuring Rachel Newton!

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Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

15th May 2024

Following rave reviews and a sell-out run at the Fringe, BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to East Kilbride!

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42nd Street The Musical

16th May 2024

Starring national treasure Bonnie Langford as Dorothy Brock and featuring iconic songs 42nd Street, We're In The Money and Lullaby of Broadway, this is pure magic on the big screen!

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A New International

17th May 2024

For one night only, A New International present a full band set featuring back catalogue classics and a sneaky peek at new, never-before-seen songs from their fourth album!

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Bob Cheevers & John Goldie

17th May 2024

50rpm presents a very special evening of music from Grammy nominated Nashville & Austin legend Bob Cheevers with very special guest, world renowned virtuoso guitarist John Goldie!

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Choir Concert With Arietta

17th May 2024

Experience a delightful evening of music with Arietta Ladies' choir at Bellshill Central Parish Church on Friday 17th May as part of their 150th Anniversary celebrations!

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Supreme Queen

17th May 2024 - 18th May 2024

Supreme Queen continue to take things to a whole different level, with their homage to the greatest days of one of the planet's greatest ever rock bands, catch them at Airdrie Town Hall in May!

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Foo Fighters GB - CANCELLED

18th May 2024

Foo Fighters GB bring the most authentic and genuine recreation of a Foo Fighters gig in the tribute world to Motherwell Concert Hall on Saturday 18th May!

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Johnny Cash Roadshow

18th May 2024

The Johnny Cash Roadshow, the only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family, is coming to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 18th May!

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The Collie’s Shed

18th May 2024

With dramatization of real stories and experiences, The Collie's Shed brings a powerful and emotional call to arms over injustices and hardships that are arguably still felt to this day.

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Michael English

20th May 2024

Irish Country star Michael English brings you 'A Million Medleys', a hit-filled concert of beloved songs! Sing along to every unforgettable tune in this unmissable show at Airdrie Town Hall!

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Music In The Museum: Around the World with 4 Clarinets!

20th May 2024

Enjoy a rich tapestry of folk music from across the globe, brought to life by the haunting harmonies of the Silver Keys Clarinet Quartet, echoing throughout Summerlee Museum.

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All Our Yesterdays

21st May 2024

Timeless Theatre present All Our Yesterdays... the ultimate feel good show! Catch it at Rutherglen Town Hall on Tuesday 21st May!

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Cinema Live: The Winter’s Tale

Selected dates between 22nd May 2024 - 26th May 2024

Shakespeare's profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act narrative ballet by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon, returns to the Main Stage!

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Maggie & Me

23rd May 2024 - 25th May 2024

Maggie & Me, Damian Barr's award-winning and darkly witty memoir about growing up gay in Thatcher's Britain comes to Lanternhouse in May!

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The Ghost Lodge Mystery

23rd May 2024 - 25th May 2024

The EKO Players return to East Kilbride Arts Centre in May with their latest production, The Ghost Lodge Mystery!

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The Tanner

23rd May 2024 - 24th May 2024

Alex McSherry presents The Tanner, a searing portrayal of the reality of the battles fought by the Scottish freedom fighter William Wallace, as seen through the eyes of a common soldier.

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Acoustic Cafe Nights at the Granary presents Beki Hemingway and Randy Kerman

24th May 2024

Acoustic Cafe Nights @ The Granary are excited to present Beki Hemingway, and her musical partner Randy Kerkman on Friday 24th May!

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The Boy George Experience

24th May 2024

Whiskey Jar Tenerife Nights Presents Keith George and The Boy George Experience live at Glencairn Venue in Rutherglen on Friday 24th May!

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Nicholas McDonald

25th May 2024

Nicholas McDonald returns to The Town House Hamilton for a celebration of the music he has been performing, with some new songs, all backed by a fantastic live band!

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Richard Carroll - Echoes of the King & The Jackdaws

25th May 2024

Don't miss Echoes of the King - Richard Carroll, 2024 Elvis European Grand Finalist, and support band The Jackdaws at the Ballerup Hall, East Kilbride on Saturday 25th May!

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The Mersey Beatles

25th May 2024

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world's favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four, The Mersey Beatles, live at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 25th May!

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Mister Shakespeare

29th May 2024

Direct from an acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival this powerful new play comes to Airdrie Town Hall on Wednesday 29th May!

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Murder - Just What the Doctor Ordered

29th May 2024

Isosceles Theatre Company return to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Wednesday 29th May with their show Murder - Just What the Doctor Ordered!

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Cinema Live: Message In A Bottle

Selected dates between 30th May 2024 - 2nd June 2024

The iconic songs of Sting. The electrifying choreography of Kate Prince. This is a tale of hope. Don't miss a special screening of Message In A Bottle at Airdrie Town Hall!

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Message In A Bottle

30th May 2024

The iconic songs of Sting. The electrifying choreography of Kate Prince. This is a tale of hope. Don't miss a special screening of Message In A Bottle at Lanternhouse Cinema!

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A Night At The Musicals

31st May 2024

From the producers that brought you Girls' Night Oot! Insideout Theatre Productions proudly presents A Night At The Musicals at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 31st May!

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Chameleon Lady

31st May 2024

Chameleon Lady are the latest big noise from Edinburgh, they'll bring their exciting brand of folk, pop and rock to East Kilbride Art Centre on Friday 31st May!

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Coldplace

31st May 2024

Coldplace are a truly authentic tribute to Coldplay in sight, sound and passion! Don't miss them live at The Town House Hamilton on Friday 31st May!

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Coldplace Tribute to Coldplay - CANCELLED

31st May 2024

Coldplace are a truly authentic tribute to Coldplay in sight, sound and passion! Don't miss them live at The Town House Hamilton on Friday 31st May!

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Grease vs Dirty Dancing

31st May 2024

Are you ready to have 'the time of your life' at Buzz Bingo Motherwell's Grease vs Dirty Dancing night on Friday 31st May?

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Lanternhouse Laughs Presents An Evening With Scott Agnew

31st May 2024

Join Scott Agnew for an evening of salacious tales and shaggy dog stories at Lanternhouse Laughs on Friday 31st May!

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Nights Out Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Look Great, Feel Great Charity Event

Look Great, Feel Great Charity Event

30th May 2024

Join The Glen Clinic at Parklands Country Club for 'Look Great, Feel Great' a charity fashion show, aesthetic and health event in aid of Back to SchoolBank East Renfrewshire!

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Down For The Count Orchestra: A Century of Swing

Down For The Count Orchestra: A Century of Swing

2nd May 2024

Join the UK's hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars as they celebrate A Century of Swing at Eastwood Park Theatre on Thursday 2nd May!

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Cinema Screening: Big Banana Feet

Cinema Screening: Big Banana Feet

23rd May 2024

Featuring iconic stand-up material alongside fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpses, don't miss a special screening of Billy Connolly documentary Big Banana Feet at Eastwood Park Theatre!

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Nights Out Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

The White Heather Ceilidh Club

The White Heather Ceilidh Club

Selected dates between 25th April 2024 - 26th December 2024

Join The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!

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Fierce Friday - TJTV

Fierce Friday - TJTV

Selected dates between 5th April 2024 - 24th May 2024

Fierce Friday returns with your Majesty season 2 winner Tina Justina, bringing her very own show to debut at The Three Sisters!

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Video Games Music In Concert

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Video Games Music In Concert

31st May 2024

Experience the full, thrilling sound of gaming, performed live by an 80-piece symphony orchestra when the RSNO bring Video Games Music In Concert to the Usher Hall!

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Nights Out Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Mike Clerk + Davey Horne

Mike Clerk + Davey Horne

25th May 2024

Don't miss a Live Studio Audience double bill extravaganza, featuring Mike Clerk + Davey Horne plus very special guests at the Adam Smith Theatre on 25th May!

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Illegally Blondie: Blondie Tribute Band

Illegally Blondie: Blondie Tribute Band

11th May 2024

Don't miss Illegally Blondie, a Blondie Tribute Band, at St Andrews United Social Club on Saturday 11th May!

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Saint PHNX

Saint PHNX

28th May 2024

Glaswegian siblings Saint Phnx have announced a gig at PJ Molloys on Tuesday 28th May!

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Nights Out Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

The Highstool Prophets

The Highstool Prophets

17th May 2024

The Highstool Prophets are one of the most sought after folk scene bands of the moment, don't miss them live at King Tut's on Friday 17th May!

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Dead Girls Rising

Dead Girls Rising

17th May 2024 - 18th May 2024

Dead Girls Rising is a furious coming-of-age punk cabaret show about trying to survive in a violent patriarchy, our deepest fears, and how we seek to control them.

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Taylor Swift Tribute

Taylor Swift Tribute

17th May 2024

Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at The Classic Grand on Friday 17th May!

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Nights Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Nearly Elton

Nearly Elton

9th May 2024

Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at Beacon Arts Centre on Thursday 9th May!

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Paisley Highlanders Monthly Ceilidh

Paisley Highlanders Monthly Ceilidh

Selected dates between 14th October 2023 - 11th May 2024

Take part in all your favourite dances... Gay Gordons, Dashing White Sergeant, Strip the Willow, St. Bernard's Waltz and many more at Paisley Highlanders' Monthly Ceilidh!

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The Magic of Motown

The Magic of Motown

23rd May 2024

Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year at Beacon Arts Centre as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town!

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Nights Out Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Heart & Prole: New Material Night

Heart & Prole: New Material Night

31st May 2024

Substate are back at the legendary Slanj-A-Va bar in Stirling for a night of knee-slapping and pint-sipping on 31st May.

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Dirty Dancing Tribute Night

Dirty Dancing Tribute Night

11th May 2024

Get ready to have the time of your life on 11th May at Stirling Court Hotel's Dirty Dancing Tribute!

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Into The Light 2024 - Stirling

Into The Light 2024 - Stirling

30th May 2024

Come along to a unique and intimate evening with Scottish medium Graham MacLauren at King Robert Hotel, Stirling on Thursday 30th May!

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Events in Other Areas

Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

2nd May 2024 - 6th May 2024

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at Kilmarnock Rugby Club between Thursday 2nd and Monday 6th May!

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Friday Street Troon Mod Rally

Friday Street Troon Mod Rally

4th May 2024

Glasgow Mod institution Friday Street bring their annual weekend rally to Ayrshire's coastal town, Troon on Saturday 4th May!

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That’ll Be The Day

That’ll Be The Day

15th May 2024 - 16th May 2024

That'll Be The Day returns to The Gaiety Theatre for another momentous celebration of the most iconic moments in music and comedy from the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s!

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Popular Events

Porsche In The Glen
Come along and see the Scottish Porsche owners as they display modern and classic cars on the main lawn at Calderglen on Sunday 12th May!
Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra
Hear the future of jazz in Scotland and further afield as the musicians of the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra showcase their prodigious talent at Strathaven Town Mill!
Aly & Phil
Enjoy an intimate evening at Lanark Memorial Hall celebrating over 30 years on the road with Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham!
Stereofunk Festival
Stereofunk returns to Chatelherault Park with a MASSIVE lineup on Sat 4th May! Featuring the return of the Vengaboys and a host of all your favourite 90s acts!
Lanark Medieval Celebration
Head to Lanark on Saturday 4th May as the town hosts a fabulous free family day out with their annual Medieval Celebration!

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Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Motherwell Concert Hall and Theatre Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton