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History events in Stirling

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Events in Stirling

Stirling Ghostwalk

3rd January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Scotland’s National Hero

12th April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

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Remembered: 80 years since the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

6th October 2025 - 14th November 2025

In the 80th year since the bombing, the University of Stirling is hosting an exhibition from the Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims. 

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Arts Society Lecture - Catherine the Great

16th October 2025

Join art expert Chris Newlands for this illustrated talk on Catherine the Great, a great patron of the arts and who loved to collect beautiful and precious things!

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Hamish Henderson - An Artist’s Inspiration

17th October 2025

Hamish Henderson - An Artist's Inspiration is being toured around Scotland throughout 2025 with a date at Macrobert Arts Centre on Friday 17th October.

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Stirling: The Dark Side Walking Tour

30th October 2025 - 2nd November 2025
Various Locations Stirling

Back for the fourth year, come and explore the dark history of Stirling this Halloween with Walking Tours In Stirling!

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Andrew John Williamson Memorial Public Lecture 2025

6th November 2025

At a moment of acute geopolitical instability, the Andrew John Williamson Public Lecture, delivered by General Sir Patrick Sanders, will reflect on Antonio Gramsci’s enduring observation.

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Burns an’ a’ that

25th January 2026

Join us at Stirling Castle to celebrate burns an' a' that and why not have a go at addressing the haggis!

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History Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Heritage Talk: Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew

Heritage Talk: Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew

28th October 2025

Join local historian Lorraine Murray to separate fact from fiction as she discusses Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew at Barrhead Foundry on Tuesday 28th October.

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Hands On Heritage

Hands On Heritage

Selected dates between 16th September 2025 - 16th December 2025

Every month the team at East Renfrewshire Culture & Leisure's Heritage Collection will select some of their most interesting treasures and share the stories behind them at Hands On Heritage!

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History of Patterton and Darnley Ranges

History of Patterton and Darnley Ranges

9th November 2025

Here's another chance to visit the Patterton and Darnley rifle and pistol ranges if you missed it last year, and before it takes a break.

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History Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Witches or Healers

Witches or Healers

13th October 2025 - 31st October 2025

Hear the story of Agnes Sampson, a woman accused of witchcraft and discover the scents of some of the herbs Agnes would have been familiar with as she worked as a local healer.

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David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

22nd November 2025

Join David Olusoga at the Assembly Rooms on Saturday 22nd November as he uncovers the story of three firearms that changed the world and the lives of our ancestors!

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Fire and Light, A Candlelight Christmas at 7 Charlotte Square

Fire and Light, A Candlelight Christmas at 7 Charlotte Square

20th December 2025

Step back in time and experience the magic of Christmas in 18th century Edinburgh at The Georgian House!

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History Events in Fife

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Falkland Palace Ghost Tours 2025

Falkland Palace Ghost Tours 2025

Selected dates between 6th September 2025 - 18th October 2025

Come along to Falkland Palace this September and October for an after-hours journey through its dark history and ghostly legends.

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Steaming Ahead : How the Railways Changed the Fish we Eat

Steaming Ahead : How the Railways Changed the Fish we Eat

1st October 2025 - 10th November 2025

In this 200th anniversary year of commercial rail travel in the UK, we take the opportunity to look at the wide-ranging impacts of these technologies on a particular industry – fishing.

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Anster Nicht: More Than Leeches? Weird and Wonderful New Discoveries in Medieval Medicine

Anster Nicht: More Than Leeches? Weird and Wonderful New Discoveries in Medieval Medicine

19th March 2026

Join Professor James Palmer from the University of St Andrews as he gives us an entertaining tour of new discoveries that have transformed what we know about medieval medicine!

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History Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Wild at Mugdock (Adults): The Amazing History of Mugdock

Wild at Mugdock (Adults): The Amazing History of Mugdock

2nd November 2025

Discover the wealth of history connected to Mugdock Country Park on this ranger led guided walk for adults on Sunday 2nd November!

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Our People’s Palace

Our People’s Palace

20th June 2025 - 5th December 2025

Discover fascinating tales of Glasgow with the 'Our People's Palace' touring display! Check out intriguing objects and stories, celebrating Glasgow's vibrant history, coming to a venue near you.

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From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams

From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams

20th November 2024 - 31st December 2025

From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams at the Scottish Football Museum explores the links between mining and football in Scotland.

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History Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

28th June 2025 - 19th October 2025

Come hear the memories of local musicians, see costumes, photos and records through the decades or even just come for a boogie at the Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire exhibition!

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Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.

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Reminisce and Reunite - 1st Hamilton Girls’ Brigade 70th Birthday

Reminisce and Reunite - 1st Hamilton Girls’ Brigade 70th Birthday

23rd October 2025

Join 1st Hamilton Girls' Brigade on Thursday 23rd October as they open their doors to celebrate their 70th Birthday!

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History Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Paisley Heritage Group Walking Tour: The Three Witch Trials Of Paisley

Paisley Heritage Group Walking Tour: The Three Witch Trials Of Paisley

26th October 2025

Join Gayle Pollock and Rachael Smith as they take you on a walking tour of Paisley exploring the history of the town's three witch trials.

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History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire

History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire

18th October 2025

Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 18th October for their in-person History Cafe discussing Views Of Renfrewshire.

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The Witches Of Renfrewshire - Book Launch & Talk

The Witches Of Renfrewshire - Book Launch & Talk

29th October 2025

Join Brian Hannan, author of The Witches Of Renfrewshire as he launches the book with a special event at Skirlies Cafe on Wednesday 29th October.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Popular Events

The City Sinners Play Gram Parsons & Emmylou Harris
The City Sinners features some of the top players on the Scottish country / Americana scene and you can catch them when the play the Tolbooth Stirling on Thursday 2nd April.
Stirling: The Dark Side Walking Tour
Back for the fourth year, come and explore the dark history of Stirling this Halloween with Walking Tours In Stirling!
Festive Decoration making with Green Aspirations
It's never too early to get festive! Join Green Aspirations on this half-day course at Made in Stirling, to make your very own wooden festive decorations.
Storytelling with Santa at the Monument
Join us this December for a festive storytelling session with Santa at The National Wallace Monument!
Music & Meditation
Come along to the Yoga Tree in Stirling on Saturday 25th October for an free exploration of music and meditation!

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Macrobert Arts Centre Stirling Castle The Albert Halls Stirling The National Wallace Monument Tolbooth Stirling