Events in Edinburgh Today
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Events in Edinburgh
Absolute Elvis Ft Johnny Lee Memphis
Elvis Tribute Act Johnny Lee Memphis is the official and current World Cup and European Elvis Tribute Champion and you can catch him at Reconnect Regal Theatre in April.
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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‘Le Monde sans fin’: An exhibition on the ecological transition
Le Monde sans fin is an original and eco-designed exhibition constituting a visual variation of the comic strip Le Monde sans fin by Jean-Marc Jancovici and Christophe Blain.
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Be a Chorister Day
If your child is in P3 to P5 and loves to sing, then join St Mary's Music School for this special afternoon, as we aim to give children and parents an insight into what life is like as a chorister!
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Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
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Coding After-School Club at The Pavilion, Myreside
Code Cadets are looking for young tech minds to join their after-school coding club on Thursdays at The Pavilion, Myreside!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Dating & Tasting - FLINT NIGHT with Bludge, Closet Brewing, & Sett Studios
Join Bludge Wine and Closet Brewing for a night of beer and wine tasting and queer joy in Sett Studios on Leith Walk.
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Debut :: Inaugural Open
&Gallery is delighted to host our inaugural open call exhibition, showcasing thirty-eight artist representing a spectrum of disciplines from across the globe!
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Deeper Purple Live - 10th Anniversary Tour
Celebrating 10 years of the band, Deeper Purple bring their anniversary tour to The Voodoo Rooms on 19th April!
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Drama Classes for Children and Young People in Central Edinburgh
Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence and make new friends in a fun and creative way? The Blossom Theatre Project drama classes are the perfect way to do this.
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Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen
Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Beer Tour
Discover the enchanting history and vibrant beer culture of Edinburgh's Old Town with ScotBeer Tours!
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Edinburgh Dungeon Lates - 18+
It's darker, it's scarier... It's Dungeon Lates! That’s right, The Edinburgh Dungeon will be opening into the darker hours of the night to bring back its infamous adults-only Lates shows!
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Edinburgh Folk Club
We've been the home of regular folk nights in the capital for 50 years. Join us every Wednesday night at 8pm. All welcome!
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Edinburgh Opera Company Seeking New Singers For Carmen
Aria Alba is looking for new members to join our exciting production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024.
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Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale
Collective presents the first solo presentation in the UK of Sicilian artist Elisa Giardina Papa's work, in an exhibition titled "U Scantu": A Disorderly Tale (2022).
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Encountering political texts: 1640 to 1770
This exhibition asks 'what makes a text political?' and follows this question through a period of great political uncertainty in Scotland and England.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Eternal x 2nd Face
This April 19th Eternal & 2nd Face collaborate to bring you Berlin based duo BAUGRUPPE90 to the Mash House for their Scottish debut!
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Exhibition: To the North
Come along to this new exhibition of landscapes by French/Swiss artist Emmanuel Matt showing at Birch Tree Gallery!
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Exhibition: Word of Mouth
Word of Mouth (WOM), at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, is an exhibition of new artworks and writing exploring our relationship to food, cooking and kitchens.
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Fergus McCreadie Trio
Fergus McCreadie Trio's live performances are exuberant, uplifting and soul-stirring experiences! Don't miss them live at The Queen's Hall on Friday 19th April!
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Fierce Friday - TJTV
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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Fit Fridays
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with DJ Josh Scott!
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Flirty Thursdays
It's free entry at Subway Cowgate's Flirty Thursdays with DJ Rawzi, so come along for some Cheese, Pop + Dance Floor Favourites!
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Free Live Music at The Fiddlers Arms
Come along to The Fiddlers Arms every weekend from 9pm and enjoy free live music with something to suit everyone’s tastes! Entry is always free.
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Friday Friends
Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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Fused Glass course
Join Honey Pot Creative Cafe for 6 weeks or individual workshops to learn how to create art using different techniques with fused glass.
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Holyrood Art Club - 66th Annual Exhibition
Holyrood Art Club is holding it's 66th Annual Exhibition at the Edinburgh Photographic Society from 13th to 20th April. Original paintings in all media will be on display, and also for sale.
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James V: Katherine
Rona Munro’s renowned James Plays continue with this fifth standalone production, presenting an up close and intimate performance, with focussed, raw storytelling.
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John Burgess - Standards, Ballads and Blues
Enjoy the outstanding playing and audience engagement of a master musician from John Burgess at St Peters Scottish Episcopal Church, Linlithgow on 19th April!
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Live events at McGonagall’s
Enjoy Live music and quiz nights at McGonagall's Gin and Whisky Emporium in Edinburgh's Old Town!
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Live events at The Canons Gait
Check out the Live events at The Canons Gait in Edinburgh Old Town, everything from music, comedy and pub quizzes!
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Live Music
Come and enjoy all your favourite singalongs and some of Scotland's best musical talents at The Three Sisters Edinburgh!
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Live Music at George IV Bar
Come along and check out the Live music at George IV Bar, everything from Rock and Pop to Traditional Folk, Scottish, Irish and Blues!
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Live Music at Stramash
Check out the great variety of Live music gigs on at Stramash - Rock, Pop, Blues, Soul, Funk and much more....
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Live Music at Whistle Binkies
Check out the great variety of Live music gigs on at Whistle Binkies - Rock, Pop, Blues and much more....
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Loud Poets Central Slam Heat
After the massive success of the inaugural Loud Poets Slam Series in 2023, I Am Loud Productions are back to do it all over again on Friday 19th April!
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MAMA’s Annual Revue: Spotlight Awards
Join us for our annual revue "M.A.M.A. Spotlight Awards", where we will take you to a fun filled evening of iconic Musicals and Artists through the years.
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Murder On The Dancefloor
After a sell out launch party we’re taking you back to Saltburn for a night of 2000s nostalgia at La Belle Angele on Friday 19th April.
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Nature Re-imagined
This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of three artists who apply unusual approaches and media to the subject of wildlife.
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Nearly Dan
Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan are real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old. Catch them at La Belle Angele on 19th April!
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Okean Elzy
Ukrainian rock band Okean Elzy bring their 30th anniversary tour to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 19th April!
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Pauline Caulfield Textiles
This exhibition features over 20 large pieces ranging from fans, chasubles and fabric panels, illuminating Pauline Caulfield’s versatile yet distinctive work!
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Portraits that Pop! Workshop - Paintbox School of Art
Dovecot Studios is delighted to welcome back Paintbox School of Art for this two-day workshop on 19th & 20th April.
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Print 24: Group Exhibition
Detail Framing & Gallery looks forward to welcoming you to this Group Exhibition, offering a closer look at 18 artists' approach to printmaking!
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: The Planets
The incredible John Wilson, the conductor whose own orchestra packs out the Proms, brings his special flair to the RSNO in an all-British programme with a difference!
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S h i f t i n g | Hazel Frost & Kim Minuti
This exhibition at Upright Gallery brings together two Edinburgh based artists, ceramicist Hazel Frost and printmaker Kim Minuti.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Seinnidh Sinn
Air Dimàirtean bho seo a mach bhith seisean ‘Seinnidh Sinn’ a’ tòiseachadh aig Leith Depot bho 5-6 uairean feasgar. (Seinnidh Sinn is a Gaelic Singing Circle)
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Sgeul / Story: Folktales from the Scottish Highlands
Sgeul / Story, at the National Library of Scotland, is an exhibition in Gaelic and English about stories and storytelling traditions.
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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.
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Skerryvore
Three time winners of Scotland's 'Live Act of the Year' award, Skerryvore kick off their 2024 Scottish Spring Tour with 2 shows at the Howden Park Centre in April.
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Slice Saturdays
Our gal QUEEN ROISIN will be blasting your commercial chart and R&B at Subway Cowgate every Saturday!
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Slug & Lettuce: Flamingo Bingo
Get ready for a night of bingo with a twist, where you can dance, party, win prizes and fla-mingle with friends!
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Stuart McPherson: Work in Progress
Don't miss this brand new hour of jokes from Stuart McPherson, the co-host of the Some Laugh podcast and Scot Squad star, ahead of this year's Fringe.
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Sunday Service
Don't miss Sunday Service at Subway Cowgate, it's the perfect way to round off the weekend!
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Tamagotchi Tuesdays
Edinburgh's weekly throwback clubnight at Subway Cowgate brings you the hits of 80’s, 90’s, 00’s.
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The Biscuit Factory Beverage Festival 2024
The Biscuit Factory has launched a new Festival for 2024, showcasing outstanding beer, whisky, craft spirits and alternative drinks from independent producers and renowned artisans.
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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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The Girls of Slender Means
The Girls of Slender Means is a story of glamour in austerity, women at work, women at play, and women’s wit.
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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic
Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!
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The Music of Adele by Candlelight
Featuring hit after hit, The Music of Adele by Candlelight comes to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on 19th & 20th April.
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The Way We Live Exhibition
‘The Way We Live’ is a photography exhibition that explores the different ways the humans interact with the past, present and the future. Catch it at Out of the Blue Drill Hall from 16th-19th Apri
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Tracks Mondays
Each week we are bringing Scotland’s most beautiful queens to Edinburgh’s biggest drag stage. As always the drinks are cheap and the queens are ready to party.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Twista Wednesdays
A tasty, free new night has arrived at Subway Cowgate and it’s going to be BIG! Banger after banger all night long.
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UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19
This exhibition looks behind the masks, to explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences of nursing staff during COVID-19 and past pandemics.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
Every week, trained Macmillan volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
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Nrutyarang नृत्यरंग
On occasion of Gudhipadwa, Maharashtra Mandal Scotland invites you to enjoy an evening of music and dance at Eastwood Park Theatre!
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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Gathering Surface – Dan Drage
We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.
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Veterans Supper Club
The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland are hosting suppers for Veterans, Serving Personnel and Reserves every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
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Small Business Market
Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
A Play, A Pie and A Pint's fabulous Spring Season features 18 wonderful new plays which will shine a spotlight emerging writers, many of whom have never written for them before!
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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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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Glasgow!
READ MOREEvents in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Acoustic Cafe Nights at the Granary presents Claire Coupland
Acoustic Cafe Nights @ The Granary are super excited to be hosting the hugely talented Claire Coupland from Toronto, Canada for the first part of her UK tour!
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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
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We Three Kings of Rock n Roll
Don't miss an evening of pure Rock n Roll featuring the music of Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison courtesy of We Three Kings at Rutherglen Town Hall on Friday 19th April!
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Lochwinnoch Arts Festival: D’eldorados
A first for Lochwinnoch Arts Festival! A night of 'Good Rockin' is in store when the D'eldorados perform live at the McKillop Institute on Friday 19th April!
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Renfrewshire’s Big Spring Clean
Renfrewshire's Big Spring Clean is back, and this year it's going to be bigger and better than ever before! So grab your litter picker and get set to make your neighbourhood a little brighter!
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An Audience With Sir Bradley Wiggins
Cycling legend Sir Bradley Wiggins has conquered track and road, winning Olympic medals and the Tour de France, now's your chance to hear him discuss his career at Beacon Arts Centre!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stirling Future World Exhibition
40 years since its release, Tolbooth Gallery will show ‘Stirling Future World’ a short film hosted by journalist and historian Magnus Magnusson.
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Deep Roots Gathering
Don't miss this immersive 3 days of (re)connecting with Gaelic culture, landbased roots, practices and ways of being at Cardross Estate from April 19th to 21st!
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Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding
Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding, run by Loch Ard Adventure Centre, is fun filled session for beginners, novices and anyone needing some extra help or support.
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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