Family And Kids Events in Glasgow in May 2025
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Events in Glasgow
Celtic Park Stadium Tour
Experience the magic within, soak up the history and feel the passion at Celtic Park Stadium, Scotland's largest football stadium, on this one hour guided tour.
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Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!
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St Bride’s Organ Recitals
St Brides beautiful William Hill organ, nearly 160 years old, has been restored to its former glory! Join them for a monthly recital from a selection of experienced and talented organists.
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Taylormania
Katy Ellis a self obsessed 'Swiftie' with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see at The Pavilion Theatre!
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Family Fun Sundays At The Grosvenor
Come join the Family Fun at The Grosvenor, Ashton Lane every Sunday from Midday, it's free to attend, all you need is your party outfit!
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Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!
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Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: King’s Park Walled Garden
Come along and explore the C-listed Walled Garden within King's Park as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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All Ages Retro Gaming Sessions At R-CADE
Get your game on at Glasgow's only family friendly retro gaming venue by booking one of their Retro Gaming Sessions!
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Discover! Weekend Sessions
Join The Burrell Collection each weekend for a free drop in family session where you can get hands on and find out more about the collection through crafts, music and object handling!
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Take 2: Family-Friendly Films
Everything from kid-friendly classics to family foreign language and the latest blockbuster releases, Take 2 screenings at Glasgow Film Theatre will keep even the littlest film fans entertained!
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The Barras Market
With its iconic archways The Barras Market is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!
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The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at Mount Vernon Community Hall!
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Elder Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Elder Park!
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Springburn Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Springburn Park!
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TrySkating: Indoor Skating
Join TrySkating for their weekly Sunday morning open skating sessions at Arc Sports Hall, new skaters always welcome!
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Victoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies Support Group - Gorbals
Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies offer FREE breastfeeding support to families in the Greater Glasgow area, join them for their weekly support group at St Francis Community Centre on Mondays!
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Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies offer FREE breastfeeding support to families in the Greater Glasgow area, join them for their weekly support group at Hillhead Community Centre on Mondays!
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Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
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All Ages Retro Quiet Gaming Sessions At R-CADE
R-CADE host Quiet Gaming Sessions, suitable for all ages, every Wednesday afternoon!
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Polmadie Car Boot Sale
Held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, Polmadie Car Boot Sale is Scotland's only fully undercover car boot sale!
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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!
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Saturday Art Club
The Gallery of Modern Art holds a regular, drop in, Saturday Morning Art Club for 5 to 12 year olds!
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Music Bus - Family Sunday Sessions
Music Bus Glasgow South are bringing their Sunday Sessions, designed with busy families in mind, to The Glad Cafe on selected dates through the year!
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Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
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Art For Baby
Art for Baby is a fun informal workshop that offers a space for rest and wellbeing in the Burrell Collection for parents, carers and babies.
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Discover - Make And Create, Handle And Discuss Objects
Kelvingrove's Discover - Make And Create, Handle And Discuss Objects weekly sessions offer free hands-on fun designed for families with children!
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The Wee Ceilidh
Bring your wee ones along to Sloans for an afternoon filled with dancing and tunes at their monthly Wee Ceilidh, the most wholesome family event in town!
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Books at the Botanics
Glasgow's Book Fair, Books at the Botanics, is held every month in the Hopkirk building at Glasgow's Botanic Gardens!
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The Market at Loch Lomond Shores
Browse homemade treats, arts & crafts, artisan food & drink and local produce at Loch Lomond Shores' regular Market Days on the first and third Sunday each month!
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Merchant Square Market
Spend a relaxing afternoon browsing the stalls at the fortnightly Merchant Square Market... featuring a selection of local producers and crafters there's something for everyone!
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I Like Things I Remember - An Exhibition by Jonathan McKinstry
Jonathan McKinstry's solo exhibition 'I like things I remember' is a collection of paintings inspired by childhood memories of fun, games, and tasty treats!
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LKP Markets & Events: St Enoch Centre Market
LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at St Enoch Centre, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!
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VIP Record Fair Glasgow
Browse the biggest selection of vinyl, CDs and memorabilia ever assembled in Scotland at the regular VIP Record Fair Glasgow in Bellahouston Leisure Centre!
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Park Lane Market
Park Lane Market is a pop-up market held on the first and last Sunday of each month in Shawlands, featuring a range of boutique stalls!
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Pollok United Soccer Academy Mini-Kickers
Was your child born between 2019-21, and looking to take their first steps in football? Join Pollok United Soccer Academy for Mini-Kickers!
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North Kelvin Utd Netball
NK Netball is back with a brand new venue at North Kelvinside Primary School and they are looking for girls between 5 and 12 years to join their team!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Glenarn
Glenarn survives as a complete example of a ten-acre garden which spans from 1850 to the present day, come and explore as part of Scotland's Gardens!
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In The Folds
In the Folds, at Glasgow Women's Library, is an installation created by Alexandra Compton, a writer and artist from Bridgeton, Glasgow.
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Gothic Glasgow
Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!
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Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Located in one of Scotland's most charming villages, join Loch Lomond Faerie Trail for a delightful adventure through our enchanting woodlands!
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Bute Yard Market
Bute Yard is a food and drink hub and home to a monthly producer market which showcases the best local, artisan and craft fare on the Isle of Bute!
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Spring and May Holiday Activities at GoMA
Inspired by their new show 'Undoing it' by artist Ciara Phillips, join the team at GoMA and experiment with different printing techniques.
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Not To Be Sniffed At: An Aromatic History of Sauchiehall Street
Follow your nose to Sauchiehall Street for this immersive exhibition on scent and memory - a collaboration between Glasgow Building Preservation Trust and perfumer Clara Weale!
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After School Club
Join The Wee Retreat for their new After School Club for kids aged 7 to 11. Enjoy six weeks of taster sessions across a wide range of wellbeing focused activities.
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Greg Coultas and Struan Robb
Project Ability presents this two-person exhibition, featuring work by Greg Coultas and Struan Robb, both young painters from their Create studios.
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Glasgow 850 Theatre & Entertainment Tour
Enjoy an edifying, amusing and sensational walking tour of the entertainment and theatre history of Glasgow over the last 850 years!
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Mini Museum Explorers at Kelvingrove
Join Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum for an exciting adventure at their Mini Museum Explorers event, where little ones can embark on a journey of discovery and imagination!
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Byres Road Market
Taking place in the heart of Glasgow's West End at Hillhead Library, the Byres Road Market features stalls from 25 independent sellers selling a variety of products including jewellery, gifts and art!
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The EDIT Market - A Curated Shopping Experience
Discover something truly special at The EDIT Market, a carefully curated shopping experience held on selected Saturdays and Sundays at the historic House of Toad CIC!
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Glasgow Blythswood Festival
Glasgow Blythswood Festival blends arts, music, performance, exhibitions, heritage and culinary delights in this celebrated area of Glasgow city centre!
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Fridays At One
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's 'Fridays at One' series features performances from International guest artists, chamber ensembles, soloists and orchestras!
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Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One in IMAX
Before Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning get back into the heart-pounding action and experience 2023’s Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One in IMAX at Glasgow Science Centre!
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Junior Conservatoire Student Concert
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Junior Conservatoire students perform in their regular concert series.
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Spring Flower Show
The Scottish Rock Garden Club are holding their annual Spring Flower Show at Baljaffray Parish Church, Bearsden on Saturday 3rd May!
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Top Dogs Day Out
Loch Lomond Shores' Top Dogs Day Out is a celebration of all things doggy with lots of fun activities for you and your four-legged family members!
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Yardworks Festival
Yardworks Festival returns to SWG3 in Glasgow for another electrifying year. Join us for a celebration of graffiti, street art, culture, and community on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th May!
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Holistic, Craft & Psychic Fayre
A Holistic, Craft & Psychic Fayre, with over 100 stalls featuring tarot, healers, hand crafted items and more, is held at Bellahouston Sports Centre throughout the year!
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Partick Youth Theatre
Partick Youth Theatre, open to all young people ages 5-12, is back for their new term at Partick Burgh Halls on Tuesdays from 6th May!
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The Baddies
Coming to the King's Theatre Glasgow, The Baddies is a wickedly hilarious adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's smash-hit story, and laugh-out-loud fun for all the family!
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Ariana Grande Tribute by Bella Grande
Ariana Grande Tribute by Bella Grande is coming to The Classic Grand, expect a magical performance featuring all her greatest hits plus songs from Wicked!
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Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour
Join Walking Tours in Glasgow to explore the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy!
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Glasgow Botanic Gardens Orchid Fair
Come along to the Glasgow Botanic Gardens on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th May for the annual Orchid Fair hosted by the Scottish Orchid Society!
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Loch Lomond Shores Continental Market
The Continental Market returns to Loch Lomond Shores on May 10th & 11th, expect to find tasty street food options, tempting sweet treats and a range of authentic craft offerings!
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Paediatric First Aid Awareness
This two-hour Paediatric First Aid Awareness course is designed for those seeking essential skills to handle first aid situations involving infants and young children.
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Waverley Weekend
Learn more about the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, the famous PS Waverley, when Riverside Museum hosts their Waverley Weekend on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th May!
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Epilepsy Scotland’s Country Twirl
Love Line Dancing? Then join Epilepsy Scotland for their fabulous Country Twirl at Glasgow's Grand Ole Opry on Sunday 11th May!
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Glasgow Music Festival
Glasgow Music Festival is an annual festival featuring thousands of amateur performers, come and enjoy the performances and, if you like, compare your views with the adjudicator's assessment!
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Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Super Sundays
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public for their Super Sunday events throughout the year!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 18 Duchess Park with Westburn
Spend an afternoon exploring two of Helensburgh's beautiful private gardens on Sunday 11th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Hidden Histories
It has been 100 years since the original Kelvin Hall was destroyed by fire. Join us for an evening of surprising stories exploring what has happened in this beloved building since then!
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Fungi: Web of Life 3D
Join Glasgow Science Centre to celebrate Glasgow Climate Week by experiencing Fungi: Web of Life in stunning IMAX 3D.
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Park Lane Market at SWG3
Much-loved Southside pop-up Park Lane Market returns to SWG3 as part of the venue's Spring Sessions!
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Shoebox Street Crafternoon
At this fun family crafternoon you can design and create your own building to add to the shoebox street at National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall!
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Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event
Whether you're 5 or 95, Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event will leave you bubbling with joy!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Ross Priory
Explore the beautiful grounds of Ross Priory complete with glorious views over Loch Lomond on Sunday 19th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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DIG 2025: Starcatchers / Kerry Cleland and company - Float (Scotland)
A beautiful and immersive world for babies from birth to 12 months old and their grown-ups, with a performance that will ebb and flow through the space during the 3-hour experience.
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DIG 2025: The Unlikely Friendship of Feather Boy and Tentacle Girl (Scotland)
Exploring the universal yearning to belong and sharing the joy of friendship, The Unlikely Friendship of Feather Boy and Tentacle Girl is a dynamic and visually stunning aerial show!
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Ideal Home Show Scotland
Ideal Home Show Scotland makes a welcome return to the SEC Glasgow with a wonderland of inspiration for your home and garden between the 23rd and 26th May!
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Lomond Unplugged
A free festival is coming to Loch Lomond Shores in May, Loch Lomond Unplugged is set to shine the spotlight on Scotland's buskers!
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Latin American Food Festival
PB Events bring the Spring Edition of the Latin American Food Festival back to Reidvale Neighbourhood Centre on Sunday 25th May!
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The Market at Holmwood: May Edition
Whether you're looking for unique finds, local produce, or simply a fun day out, The Market at Holmwood on Sunday 25th May has got you covered!
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Flowers And Friendship Bracelets - The Ultimate Pop Concert
Get ready for a dazzling explosion of music dance, and excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets, the ultimate pop concert, comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Clyde Chorus
In celebration of Glasgow's 850th anniversary, Clyde Chorus, a spectacular three-day music event, will shine a light on the city's rich musical heritage and its status as a UNESCO City of Music!
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Family Baking Session: Bake Fruit Scones with Jaz Spears
In this Family Baking Session at Mackintosh at the Willow their Head of Pastry, Jazmine Spears, will teach you and your family how to bake fruit scones!
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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Muddy Monsters Club
Muddy Monsters a nature club for 2-5 year olds ran by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers held every month between March and December!
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Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes
The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at Newton Mearns Parish Church!
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Tongue Twister by Greg Sinclair
Humorous, colourful, rhythmical and odd, Tongue Twister by Greg Sinclair is a celebration of the musical beauty of language!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition
Star Harmoneez MTS presents: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at the Howden Park Centre on 31st May & 1st June!
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Edinburgh Tradfest: Family Beltane
This delightful Beltane Fire Society tradition allows parents to share in the magic of the Beltane story with their little ones through storytelling, face painting and arts & crafts.
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Your Art World
Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Fife Race for Life 3k, 5k and 10k
Sign up now for Cancer Research UK Race for Life 3K, 5K or 10k and Pretty Muddy at Beveridge Park on 11th May and raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craig Cottage
Situated a few hundred yards from South Flisk is the charming Craig Cottage - a total contrast to South Flisk but the two gardens complement each other perfectly.
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The Fife Show
Don’t miss The Fife Show on 24th May! It's a great day out for all the family but is still, first and foremost, a traditional agricultural Show.
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Wylde Thistle Spring Artisan Market
Enjoy a sunny Sunday at Wylde Thistle Events' Spring Artisan Market at the beautiful David Livingstone Birthplace museum!
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Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!
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The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long
Sing along to such wonderful hits as 'The Greatest Show', 'This is Me' and 'Never Enough' when The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long comes to Lanternhouse on Sunday 25th May!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Erskine Arts Cinema Screenings
Erskine Arts are bringing affordable cinema to Renfrewshire! With a genre spanning line up of films from family sing-alongs to cult classics, there's something for everyone.
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Battery Park Junior Parkrun
Battery Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Battery Park, Greenock!
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School of Rock
The Theatre School of Scotland is thrilled to present the electrifying musical 'School of Rock' at Beacon Arts Centre in May!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Sunday Forest School
Come join us for a Sunday afternoon of family fun in the great outdoors at Mugdock Country Park!
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Wildlife Weans: Dens & Camouflage
Learn how animals build cosy hidey-holes and then make your own at Mugdock Country Park on Saturday 3rd May!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shrubhill
Explore two acres of mixed, informal planting of some unusual rhododendrons, azaleas, specimen trees and other shrubs at Shrubhill!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Boswell Book Festival
Boswell Book Festival, the world's only festival of biography and memoir, comes to Dumfries House for 2025 between the 9th and 11th May!
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