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Borders Book Festival

Join us for four amazing days of talks, comedy, live music, food & drink, and much more. Programme to be released in April 2025....

12th June, 2025 - 15th June, 2025

Wild Writers Festival

The Wild Writers Festival returns to Peebles this winter with an expanded, five-day programme that radiates out from the town’s Eastgate Theatre and also includes…...

22nd January, 2025 - 26th January, 2025

Borders Art Fair

An annual three-day event, the Borders Art Fair is a celebration of Visual Arts. Over 70 exhibition stands showcase work from galleries, collectives and artists,…...

14th March, 2025 - 16th March, 2025

DAYYDREAM + LOUP HAVENITH

Dayydream started as the project of Chloe Trappes, a music and visual artist based in Glasgow, Scotland. Her 2022 debut EP ‘Bittersweet’ received a plethora…...

14th December, 2024 - 14th December, 2024

Theatrical magic show at Robert Smail’s Printing Works

Ages 16+ with themes of death and the afterlife Phantasmagorical is a supernatural spectacle of stories and magic, swirling with dark whimsy. Storytelling, drama, and…...

16th November, 2024 - 16th November, 2024

SABBRA CADABRA

Sabbra Cadabra are back, by popular demand, to entertain with their musicianship and humour. Kev looks, sings and dribbles like Ozzy while the rest of…...

8th February, 2025 - 8th February, 2025

River Tweed Trail – Storytelling Walk (Peebles)

Banish the 'Twixmas' blues with a blast of fresh Borders air and fun local insight on the River Tweed Trail Storytelling Walk. After meeting your…...

29th December, 2024 - 29th December, 2024

SAM NEWBOULD QUINTET

The Sam Newbould Quintet is an award winning five piece international line-up emerging from the vibrant Amsterdam jazz scene. "A pearl in the jazz catch…...

12th April, 2025 - 12th April, 2025

Green Day (Tribute) @ Jedburgh Town Hall

Join Green Days, one of the UKs best Green Day Tribute bands at the epic Jedburgh Town Hall. Local artist support to be announced. Adult…...

4th April, 2025 - 4th April, 2025

Christmas at Demijohn

Christmas at Demijohn is our new festive food & drink event with mulled drinks, mince pies and Christmas Carols at our new main store at…...

7th December, 2024 - 7th December, 2024

Tidelines

Glasgow-based folk pop quartet Tide Lines are thrilled to announce their Homeward Bound Tour, a 12-date run this November and December, marking their biggest Scottish…...

8th December, 2024 - 8th December, 2024

An Audience with Karen Dunbar

Karen Dunbar is a Scottish comedian, actress and writer. Her rise to fame came when she appeared on television on the BBC series Chewin’ the…...

14th November, 2024 - 14th November, 2024

Hello from Heaven – A Psychic Night In Stranraer

Be part of an evening of magical mediumship as Fiona Stewart Williams, International Psychic Medium brings her new amazing tour to Stranraer. Deeply compassionate, compelling,…...

8th November, 2024 - 8th November, 2024

Upland Made

Upland made is a high-quality art and craft fair, selling everything from paintings to pottery, fabrics to jewellery – all made by selected artists and…...

2nd November, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

This Flight Tonight – The songs of Joni Mitchell

AN INTIMATE ACOUSTIC TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JONI MITCHELL.. PRESENTED BY 5 PIECE BAND ‘THIS FLIGHT TONIGHT’ Acclaimed singer songwriters Zervas & Pepper present…...

23rd October, 2024 - 23rd October, 2024

FRANKLY, THE SMITHS – CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT!

Frankly, The Smiths return to The Vault for another fantastic night full of authentic Smiths performances! From all of the greatest hits to the underground,…...

21st December, 2024 - 21st December, 2024

Crichton Conversation with Dr Gary Gillespie FAcSS

Dr Gary Gillespie FAcSS Does structural economic change accelerate in time of crises? Are we in such a period and what does it imply for…...

26th November, 2024 - 26th November, 2024

Big Burns Supper

Big Burns Supper 2025 is the UK’s largest Winter Fringe Festival. With over 150 events in Dumfries, it offers an incredible mix of comedy, cabaret,…...

17th January, 2025 - 2nd February, 2025

South Indian Night

Our super popular foodie event is back for another month! Join us in a celebration of spice with Gather’s South Indian Curry Night. FRIDAY 8TH…...

8th November, 2024 - 8th November, 2024

ASTORIA – CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT!

Astoria, based from South West of Scotland, are a band who have played together since becoming teenagers, travelling across Scotland and the UK performing both…...

20th December, 2024 - 20th December, 2024

BEN MONTEITH – CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT!

Back by popular demand, Ben Monteith’s music is honest and heart felt. He writes from his own pain and life experience. From trauma to joy,…...

13th December, 2024 - 13th December, 2024

THE BOOKSHOP BAND – THE EMERGE, RETURN TOUR

Join us for an intimate and magical concert with The Bookshop Band, celebrating the release of their 14th studio album, Emerge, Return, produced by legendary…...

8th December, 2024 - 8th December, 2024

GREYFOX CONSPIRACY + JOEY PEARCE TRIO

When five experienced musicians get together to form a new rock band, you know they mean business. Greyfox Conspiracy formed to write songs about life…...

7th December, 2024 - 7th December, 2024

DRUDGE + BARSTOOL REBELS

Drudge are a 4-piece stoner rock band from West Cumbria. Formed in 2016 they have been relentlessly gigging and writing new material, playing to larger…...

2nd November, 2024 - 2nd November, 2024

Stitched with Love- An embroidery workshop inspired by The Great Tapestry of Scotland

Join master embroiderer Kirstie Campbell as she guides you on a stitching journey inspired by The Great Tapestry of Scotland and The Spirit of the…...

4th November, 2024 - 4th November, 2024

Josie Duncan Trio – Autumn Trad Festival 2024

Josie Duncan is a captivating folk-inspired songwriter and an award-winning singer from the Isle of Lewis. With a voice that radiates warmth and vulnerability, Josie…...

19th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Lussa + Rose Byers – Autumn Trad Festival 2024

Inspired by the Latin word for "light", Lussa is an upcoming folk band based in Glasgow. We create fresh, spirited arrangements of both original and…...

18th October, 2024 - 18th October, 2024

Queens and Rebels: A Journey Through Historic Fashion

Step into a world where history and fashion intertwine for an unforgettable day of captivating stories. Join us for a journey through historic fashion, comparing…...

9th November, 2024 - 9th November, 2024

Author Talk: The Specimens with Mairi Kidd

Do you think you know the story of Burke and Hare? Think again… We are delighted to welcome Mairi Kidd to the Tapestry as part…...

29th October, 2024 - 29th October, 2024

Makers Market at Borders Textile Towerhouse

Kickstart your Christmas shopping at this vibrant two-day market featuring work from a fantastic range of makers including textiles, jewellery, glassware and so much more.…...

29th November, 2024 - 30th November, 2024

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