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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,…...

date_range 17th January, 2024 - 2nd February, 2025

Storytelling with Mrs Claus

Meet Mrs Claus and be whisked away to a festive winter wonderland in an afternoon of Christmas storytelling suitable for the whole family. Kids will…...

date_range 13th December, 2024 - 23rd December, 2024

Visit Santa

Santa is coming back to Abbotsford this December! Add a little magic this festive season and come and visit him in his magical grotto. See…...

date_range 1st December, 2024 - 24th December, 2024

Breakfast with Santa

Give the kids a special treat this Christmas with a breakfast date they'll never forget – a breakfast with Santa himself. This magical experience is…...

date_range 1st December, 2024 - 24th December, 2024

Santa’s Grotto at Caledonia Park

The magic of Christmas awaits at Caledonia Park’s all-new Santa’s Grotto! This year, we’ve created an enchanting Christmassy wonderland where families can forge unforgettable holiday…...

date_range 1st December, 2024 - 24th December, 2024

Christmas Fair at Drumlanrig

Located in our heated marquee under the glowing lights, tick off your Christmas list and feel good buying from our local traders. With a variety…...

date_range 30th November, 2024 - 1st December, 2024

Christmas at Witch Corner

Discover the magic of Witch Corner at Christmas. Experience our show-stopping folklore sculptures transformed with the sights and sounds of the festive season. Join Witch…...

date_range 30th November, 2024 - 5th January, 2025

Santa Paws at Caledonia Park

Bring your furry friend for a woof-tastic encounter with Santa in partnership with Oak Tree Animals’ Charity. Date: Saturday, 30th November Time: 10am - 1pm…...

date_range 30th November, 2024 - 30th November, 2024

Santa’s Grotto

The magic of Christmas awaits at Caledonia Park’s all-new Santa’s Grotto! This year, we’ve created an enchanting Christmassy wonderland where families can forge unforgettable holiday…...

date_range 1st December, 2024 - 24th December, 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…...

date_range 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…...

date_range 18th October, 2024 - 18th October, 2024

Spooktacular Halloween Trail

Join us for a wicked good time at our Spooktacular Halloween Trail on 31st October, where from 4pm – 6pm Caledonia Park will turn into…...

date_range 31st October, 2024 - 31st October, 2024

Christmas Lights Switch-on

Join us on Saturday 30th November where we switch on our Christmas Lights. Entertainment for all the family including reindeers, street entertainers, fun fair and…...

date_range 30th November, 2024 - 30th November, 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.…...

date_range 29th November, 2024 - 30th November, 2024

Langholm Bonfire

FREE Event: Langholm Bonfire & Fireworks will take place on Sunday 3rd November 2024 from 6pm. Entertainment for all the family. Food and drink available....

date_range 3rd November, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Spooky story time Part 2

Join us at Peebles Library, Museum & Gallery for unforgettable Halloween drop-in spooky story time. (Suitable for Ages 0-4yrs) FREE, donations welcome...

date_range 24th October, 2024 - 24th October, 2024

Spooky story time Part 1

Join us at Peebles Library, Museum & Gallery for unforgettable Halloween drop-in spooky story time. (Suitable for Ages 5+) FREE, donations welcome...

date_range 17th October, 2024 - 17th October, 2024

Halloween Fun for Monsters of All Ages!

This Halloween, little and big monsters alike can enjoy hands-on crafts and games, with a bit of boo-tiful learning thrown in! Join us for the…...

date_range 17th October, 2024 - 17th October, 2024

Haunted Halloween Scavenger Hunt and Craft Activities

Join us at Peebles Library, Museum & Gallery for unforgettable Halloween drop-in activities. Haunted Halloween Scavenger Hunt (Suitable for Ages 5+) Halloween Craft Activities (Suitable…...

date_range 14th October, 2024 - 2nd November, 2024

Snowdrop Walk

Join the Rangers to learn more about the beautiful snowdrops, heritage trees and wildlife of this special site. Family friendly activities will be delivered throughout…...

date_range 16th March, 2025 - 16th March, 2025

Great Big Living History Week Melrose Abbey

Our Living History characters are back all over Scotland! Especially for the October Holidays Historic Environment Scotland sites all over the country will be hosting…...

date_range 11th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Potion Maker’s Trail – Melrose

Can you free our ancient places from a magic spell? Find the plants scattered around the sites to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme…...

date_range 11th October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Potion Maker’s Trail – Jedburgh

Can you free our ancient places from a magic spell? Find the plants scattered around the sites to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme…...

date_range 11th October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Great Big Living History Week Dumfries

Our Living History characters are back all over Scotland! Especially for the October Holidays Historic Environment Scotland sites all over the country will be hosting…...

date_range 11th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Potion Maker’s Trail – Dumfries

Can you free our ancient places from a magic spell? Find the plants scattered around the sites to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme…...

date_range 11th October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Half Term Halloween in Hawick

Half Term Halloween in Hawick 11-21 October 2024 🎃👻 Calling all little ghouls and goblins! This Halloween half-term, we're bringing the spooky fun to Hawick…...

date_range 11th October, 2024 - 21st October, 2024

World Porridge Day

New Abbey Corn Mill Join us at New Abbey Corn Mill as we celebrate World Porridge Day. Come along and meet the mill worker to…...

date_range 10th October, 2024 - 11th October, 2024

Halloween Trail at Jedburgh Castle Jail

The old bell tolls as the witching hour descends on Jedburgh Castle Jail. Take a walk through haunted hallways and creepy cells while you complete…...

date_range 5th October, 2024 - 31st October, 2024

Santa’s Back at Gilnockie Tower!

Santa had such a delightful experience at Gilnockie Tower last year that he’s returning to spread even more holiday joy! He’s thrilled to meet all…...

date_range 21st December, 2024 - 21st December, 2024

Santa’s Back at Gilnockie Tower!

Santa had such a delightful experience at Gilnockie Tower last year that he’s returning to spread even more holiday joy! He’s thrilled to meet all…...

date_range 14th December, 2024 - 14th December, 2024

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