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A Christmas Carol – performed by Mitch Benn

Mitch's one man dramatic performance of Charles Dickens's "A Christmas Carol" is based on the author's own "Prompt Copy" abridged version which Dickens himself used…...

15th December, 2025 - 15th December, 2025

Christmas Market

Step into the festive spirit at this year’s Drumlanrig Castle Christmas Market, where seasonal magic meets local craftsmanship. Inside a large heated marquee on the…...

6th December, 2025 - 7th December, 2025

The Secrets of Barrenbrook

What is it? The Secrets of Barrenbrook is an interactive storytelling experience that pushes the boundaries of gaming and theatre to build a new story…...

15th November, 2025 - 15th November, 2025

The Secrets of Barrenbrook

What is it? The Secrets of Barrenbrook is an interactive storytelling experience that pushes the boundaries of gaming and theatre to build a new story…...

14th November, 2025 - 14th November, 2025

The Secrets of Barrenbrook

What is it? The Secrets of Barrenbrook is an interactive storytelling experience that pushes the boundaries of gaming and theatre to build a new story…...

8th November, 2025 - 8th November, 2025

The Secrets of Barrenbrook

What is it? The Secrets of Barrenbrook is an interactive storytelling experience that pushes the boundaries of gaming and theatre to build a new story…...

1st November, 2025 - 1st November, 2025

The Secrets of Barrenbrook

What is it? The Secrets of Barrenbrook is an interactive storytelling experience that pushes the boundaries of gaming and theatre to build a new story…...

31st October, 2025 - 22nd November, 2025

Big Burns Supper Dumfries 2026

The Big Burns Supper is back to shake up January in Dumfries — ten days of music, madness and pure magic from 15th to 25th…...

15th January, 2026 - 25th January, 2026

Dumfries Carnival 2026

Get ready — the carnival’s back. Dumfries Carnival 26 lights up the winter night with spectacle, colour, movement and magic. As part of the bigger…...

17th January, 2026 - 17th January, 2026

Northern Lights Dumfries 2026

Dumfries is about to glow up! This winter, discover your town in a whole new light with Illuminate Dumfries — a stunning free trail of…...

15th January, 2026 - 19th January, 2026

Breakfast with Santa at Abbotsford

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

6th December, 2025 - 24th December, 2025

Storytelling with Mrs Claus

Join us for a heartwarming festive storytelling session with Mrs Claus at Ochiltrees Café! Be whisked away to a festive winter wonderland in an afternoon…...

12th December, 2025 - 19th December, 2025

Wreath Making at Abbotsford

Celebrate the season in style with an exclusive three-hour Christmas wreathmaking workshop. Under expert guidance, you will craft your own luxurious festive wreath using a…...

6th December, 2025 - 6th December, 2025

Santa Visits at Abbotsford

Add a little magic this festive season with a visit to see Santa at Abbotsford. Be whisked away to Santa’s grotto and meet the main…...

6th December, 2025 - 24th December, 2025

Family Fridays at Abbotsford – Symbols of Scotland

Once a month, when schools close their doors on a Friday afternoon, families can head over to Abbotsford for Family Fridays! Explore the different chapters…...

28th November, 2025 - 28th November, 2025

Christmas at Abbotsford – An 1820s Christmas

Step back in time this December to experience Abbotsford's historic house at Christmas in the 1820s. A season of celebrations following the completion of the…...

22nd November, 2025 - 31st December, 2025

Family Fridays at Abbotsford – Spooks and Books

Once a month, when schools close their doors on a Friday afternoon, families can head over to Abbotsford for Family Fridays! Explore the different chapters…...

31st October, 2025 - 31st October, 2025

Dumfries Comic Con & Toy Fair

A super fun family friendly event full of all things film, tv, comic con and toys, including loads of people in costume and much much…...

16th May, 2026 - 16th May, 2026

Impulse Wrestling

Prepare for an absolute explosion of entertainment, Dumfries! On April 4th, 2026, IMPULSE Wrestling makes its earth-shattering debut at the Loreburn Hall, and the Sports…...

4th April, 2026 - 4th April, 2026

A Night At The Darts

A Night At The Darts - Dumfries & Galloway Masters 2025 at Loreburn Hall, Dumfries Players: Gary Anderson Fallon Sherrock Robert Thornton Cameron Menzies Timings:…...

29th November, 2025 - 29th November, 2025

Wild Goose Festival Halloween Ceilidh

Join us for a spellbinding evening of music, mischief, and monstrous moves as we celebrate the grand finale of the Wild Goose Festival 2025! Expect…...

31st October, 2025 - 31st October, 2025

Langholm Christmas Lights Switch on

The Switch On of the Christmas Lights takes place in Langholm on Saturday 6th December 2025. The event kicks off from 1pm at The Buccleuch…...

6th December, 2025 - 6th December, 2025

Langholm’s Big Bang

Langholm's popular firework display and bonfire situated on the south side of the Castleholm across the river Ewes opposite the Kilngreen Car Park is happening…...

2nd November, 2025 - 2nd November, 2025

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…...

3rd March, 2026 - 3rd March, 2026

The Mythical Mystery Hunt

As you explore our historic abbey this Halloween, will you bump into a giant, or come face-to-face with a faery? This autumn, follow our family…...

11th October, 2025 - 2nd November, 2025

The Mythical Mystery Hunt

As you explore Caerlaverock Castle this Halloween, will you bump into a giant, or come face-to-face with a faery? This autumn, follow our family trails…...

11th October, 2025 - 2nd November, 2025

Great Big Living History Week

Our Living History characters are back at Caerlaverock Castle Especially for the October Holidays sites all over Scotland will be hosting characters throughout history, get…...

11th October, 2025 - 19th October, 2025

World Porridge Day

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

10th October, 2025 - 11th October, 2025

Wild Goose Festival

Dumfries & Galloway’s much-loved Wild Goose Festival is set to return for its sixth year, running a core programme of activity from 17th to 26th…...

16th October, 2025 - 26th October, 2025

Halloween at Witch Corner: Spirits of the Forest

Meet the creatures who live between worlds at Witch Corner this October and experience Abbotsford's show-stopping folklore sculptures transformed with the sights and sounds of…...

1st October, 2025 - 2nd November, 2025

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