This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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READ MORETake 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!
READ MOREOn the last Sunday of every month, Slanj-A-Va hosts the Stirling Song Club, providing a platform for musicians and songwriters to form a community and refine their craft!
READ MORECheck out all the upcoming events at Stirling Folk Club in 2025!
READ MORECome and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.
READ MORECome and visit Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale, the biggest and best car boot sale in the region, every Sunday - weather permitting... all welcome!
READ MOREThorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Aberfoyle and the hills beyond to Doune.
READ MORELKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at The Thistles Shopping Centre, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!
READ MOREJoin Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Denny. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
READ MOREGet ready to rock with The Mini Guns at our monthly residency at Slanj-A-Va, Stirling.
READ MOREGet ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take the stage at The Riverside Inn, Callander!
READ MOREDon't miss the Killearn Country Market, a regular craft fayre boasting bakes, woodworking, jewellery, art and more, all hand-crafted by talented makers from around Scotland!
READ MOREGet ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take to the stage at Dalgair House Hotel, Callander!
READ MOREWho was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
READ MOREThe ever popular Stirling Farmers' Market on Port Street is held on the 2nd Saturdays of each month!
READ MOREFeeling inspired to try something new or expand your existing practice? Then join Andriani's Ahimsa Yoga at 3 Wellgreen Lane, Stirling for these Aerial Yoga classes on Mondays & Tuesdays!
READ MORELearn how to weave a beautiful tartan scarf on this one day workshop run by Radical Weavers in Stirling!
READ MOREImmerse yourself in a creative voyage at Radical Weavers 'Design & Weave Your Own Tartan' workshops!
READ MOREThis exhibition at Stirling Castle charts the rise, decline and renewal of Scotland's railways.
READ MORECome along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!
READ MOREJoin Trossachs Wellbeing for a transformative 90-minute breathwork class designed to reconnect, rejuvenate, and restore at The Yoga Tree, Stirling!
READ MOREThe walled garden, acquired in 2013 by the present owners, has been planted with extensive herbaceous borders, box hedging, roses and many unusual plants.
READ MOREIf you want to learn traditional skills, use your hands, and create something wonderful, then this one-day introduction to blacksmithing run by Green Aspirations Scotland is for you!
READ MORECome along to Affinity Sterling Mills Outlet Shopping for FREE family fun every weekend from 28th June - 10th August!
READ MOREDrop the screens, grab the paddle, let the adventure begin on a School Holiday Adventure Day at Roll Outdoors in Callendar!
READ MOREBannockburn House, an A-listed mansion built in 1675 by Sir Hugh Paterson, now sits in 26 acres of woodland and gardens.
READ MORECome along to Trossachs Church and take some time out from busy lives for quiet reflection with a short acoustic musical performance.
READ MORECalling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups! Join the Creepie Crawlie Club at Mugdock Country Park and learn about bugs and beasties.
READ MORESHE CARRIES THE LAND - Folklore of the Cailleach, is a solo exhibition by Scottish printmaker and illustrator Abbie Lois, taking place at Made in Stirling from 16th July.
READ MOREJoin Alba Playtime at Beechwood Scout Hall for these Kids Play Town Sessions this Summer, suitable for toddler to 7 years!
READ MOREDoune the Rabbit Hole will be returning to Cardross Estate under new management from 1st to 3rd August as ‘Back Doune the Rabbit Hole’.
READ MOREStirling Photography Festival in partnership with Street Level Photoworks of Glasgow are delighted to present Ron O’Donnell at the Tolbooth Gallery, in his first ever hometown exhibition.
READ MOREJoin Green Aspirations Scotland on 2nd August for this one-day course in the woods and learn how to make your very own wooden spoon with an axe, knife and spoon knife, following the sloyd tradition!
READ MORECreate a beautiful pair of earrings inspired by Mary, Queen of Scots at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum with Sam Reid (Braw Bumble) on 2nd August!
READ MOREJoin us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a weekend jewellery workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create a stunning silver sea glass pendant & earrings set.
READ MOREStirling's most popular dance music gathering on the grounds of The Old Town Jail returns for another day time dancing housefest on 2nd August.
READ MOREThis workshop is a great follow-on from the Introduction to Blacksmithing workshop, allowing you to use the skills learned on that day, apply them again and learn some new ones!
READ MOREEnjoy a great day out at the 2025 Bridge of Allan Highland Games on the 3rd August at Strathallan Games Park.
READ MORELearn how to use hazel round wood to make a rustic stool, using traditional tools and techniques on this one-day course run by Green Aspirations Scotland!
READ MOREDon't miss a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors as a family and learn more about nature and Mugdock with the support of our Ranger Stuart.
READ MOREIn this lively three-day Aluminium Jewellery Summer School, learn how to create a variety of stunning effects for contemporary jewellery using anodised aluminium!
READ MOREItalian for All is holding various classes in Dunblane for total beginners or those practically fluent, starting from 5th August!
READ MOREBelfast-based Northern Irish folk singer-songwriter Joshua Burnside is on a UK tour in 2025 with a date at the Tolbooth Stirling on 5th August!
READ MOREHeld in Breadalbane Park, Killin, the 2025 Killin Highland Games returns on Wednesday 6th August!
READ MOREAre you aged 11–14? Then join Creative Stirling for two free, fun, hands-on afternoons of cooking, learning, and eating!
READ MORELearn the ways of the wilds on this 3 day adventure in nature at Mugdock Country Park in August.
READ MOREBring the family along for this screening of WALL.E at Creative Stirling on 6th August.
READ MORECalling all quizzers! Come along to the Foresters Arms, Cambusbarron on Wednesdays at 8pm for our fun weekly quiz!
READ MORECODA are the only proper four-piece Zep tribute band in Europe that looks and sounds as close to the real thing as possible. Catch them when they play the Tolbooth Stirling in August 2025!
READ MOREDust off your boots, grab your cowboy hats, and get ready for a night of boot-stompin’, hand-clappin’ good old-fashioned country fun with some Bingo thrown in at Bo'ness Town Hall on 8th August!
READ MORERubber Chicken Theatre proudly invites you to ‘Be Our Guest’ as the most enchanted musical of all time, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Macrobert Arts Centre in August.
READ MOREEnsemble Respiro, musicians who are passionate about early music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, bring this concert to Church of the Holy Rude in Stirling on Friday 8th August!
READ MORECome and join Sam at Made in Stirling for a earring making workshop on Saturday 9th of August!
READ MOREJoin local artist Frances Ryan for a creative day long Gelli Plate Printing Workshop at Central Scotland School of Craft on Saturday 9th August!
READ MOREDevelop your survival skills in wild Mugdock! Bushcraft Survival on Sunday 10th August!
READ MOREJoin us at Central Scotland School of Craft for an introductory workshop and learn the art of Crochet for Beginners crochet with Cynthia, one stitch at a time!
READ MOREGet out in nature as a family and make something special to take home as a keepsake at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday 10th August!
READ MOREJoin us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for this class where you will learn some simple sawing and soldering techniques to turn Sterling silver wire into a tactile and kinetic vortex design!
READ MOREWaterstones Stirling is delighted to be joined by Lucy Lapinska and Jo Callaghan on Sunday 10th August for a discussion about AI in fiction.
READ MOREBraehead Community Garden is an 11,000 square metre outdoor space, enjoying a direct view of Stirling Castle.
READ MORENudy Two is not your average life drawing class—it's an immersive, tutored experience where creativity meets exploration!
READ MOREAs part of their partnership with the Scottish Rugby Union, Scottish Gas are hosting a Community NetZero Roadshow at Stirling County Rugby Football Club on the 15th of August!
READ MOREThe Hoolie is back in 2025 with two back-to-back weekends in August. This first weekend, 15th to 17th, will focus on wood-based crafts - from carving to turning.
READ MORESpend an evening with Tam Cassidy, the square peg, some songs, laughter and chat at the Tolbooth on Saturday 16th August!
READ MOREJoin us at Central Scotland School of Craft for a fascinating day of cyanotype printmaking on paper and textiles – a fascinating darkroom-free photography process.
READ MORECome and visit the Kippen Flower Show in the historic village of Kippen, 10 miles from Stirling, on Saturday 16th August!
READ MORELearn how to create beautiful calligraphy in this 2 hour workshop at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum with Calligrapher Ceri Smart on Saturday, 16th August!
READ MOREThe Stirling Highland Games return in August with an exciting programme of activities to entertain everyone!
READ MOREWhatever your reason. Whoever you walk for. Join Parkinson's UK in Falkirk and help raise vital funds for research into better treatments and hopefully, one day a cure.
READ MOREYou’re warmly invited to a special women’s rugby match like no other – as part of Stirling Pride, we’re taking to the pitch to show that rugby is for everyone!
READ MOREImmerse yourself in the here and now whilst walking Mugdock's quiet wild places on Sunday, August 17th!
READ MORELed by Jackie, this self-defence workshop on Sunday 17th August at Creative Stirling, is designed specifically for LGBTQIA+ individuals aged 16 to 35.
READ MORELearn the mysterious ways of the ancient Nordic alphabet as we follow a trail through Mugdock Country Park on Sunday 17th August!
READ MOREJoin Roll Outdoors at Loch Voil on the 17th August for The Voil Voyage - A Stand-Up Paddleboard Fesitval and test your endurance in your choice of race!
READ MOREExperience Karate for free with instruction at one of Scotland's longest established clubs and with one of her most senior instructors, Mike Bissett 7th Dan.
READ MOREJoin master basket weaver Anna Liebmann for four fun and sociable days of Willow Basketry Summer School and create a selection of willow masterpieces.
READ MOREFeeling tense, tired, or just need a moment for yourself? The join Roz Yoga Lifestyle at The Dunblane Centre for these Slow & Mindful Yoga Wednesday classes!
READ MOREIn this four-day masterclass at Mosaic & Glass English mosaic artist and craftsman Oliver Budd will guide you to transpose an artwork or design into mosaic!
READ MOREAre you semi-retired or retired and looking for something new to do? We look forward to seeing you and sharing information of the 70+ activities going on around the Forth Valley.
READ MOREAre you semi-retired or retired and looking for something new to do? We look forward to seeing you and sharing information of the 70+ activities going on around the Forth Valley.
READ MOREHello Again, the Neil Diamond Songbook is a must see and the only tribute show for fans of the original artist, catch it at The Albert Halls Stirling on Friday 22nd August!
READ MOREThe Hoolie is back in 2025 with two back-to-back weekends in August. This second weekend, 22nd to 24th, will feature other crafts - from blacksmithing to screenprinting.
READ MOREJoin artist and nature enthusiast Liz Gaffney for an immersive Indigo Dyeing workshop, perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills.
READ MOREJoin us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a bite-sized Silver Jewellery Making Taster Session and learn some basic jewellery making skills as you create a beautiful silver ring!
READ MORELearn how animals build cosy hidey-holes and then make your own at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday, August 24th!
READ MORETry your hand at whittling and bring to life wood found in the forest by carving unique creations on this workshop at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday 24th August! Suitable for 8 - 12 year olds.
READ MOREDon't miss singer-songwriter Hannah Rarity when she returns to the Tolbooth Stirling on Friday 29th August!
READ MOREThe Provvy Wummin is a gritty musical comedy, with a soundtrack to the 70s, don't miss it when it comes to The Albert Halls on Friday 29th August!
READ MOREChewin' The Fat star Karen Dunbar is back with her brand new 2025 Scottish Tour. Catch her at the Tolbooth Stirling on 30th August!
READ MOREJoin Creative Stirling for a family friendly drop-in kite-making event, in collaboration with Mothers Against Genocide Scotland!
READ MOREJoin us at Central Scotland School of Craft on 30th August for a meditative day making needle felted corals with world-renowned textile artist and doll maker Johanna Flanagan, aka The Pale Rook.
READ MOREFresh from their acclaimed debut at Tighnabruaich Gallery, the Scottish Contemporary Collective brings this groundbreaking exhibition to Dunblane for three days only.
READ MOREThis one-day, intermediate-level class at Central Scotland School of Jewellery, is a perfect next step for jewellers who are already working in wax and want to expand their skills.
READ MOREThe Record Hide bring their monthly Pop-Up Record Shop to the historic Masonic Hall in Bridge of Allan.
READ MOREGet creatively crafty using the beauty of nature in this family workshop at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday 31st August!
READ MOREJoin us for a fun filled Sunday spoon carving workshop with master wood-worker Louise Forbes, learning all the skills you need to carve your very own wooden spoon.
READ MORECaptain McClintock’s voyage to the Arctic in search of the lost Franklin expedition is told through poetry and music at the Weigh Ahead Gallery, Dunblane on 31st August!
READ MOREAuchenback Active are holding their fantastic annual Community Safety Event on Thursday 7th August at Auchenback Resource Centre, Barrhead!
READ MOREHaving a clear out and looking for a boot sale you can attend locally? Then join I Love Clarkston for their regular Car Boot Sale!
READ MORE8 to 16 year olds are invited to join artist Rosi Nyamakanga for a Summer Art School at Newton Mearns Parish Church's Old Hall!
READ MOREThe unauthorized musical parody of your favorite Canadian TV obsession, Crapp’s River, is coming to the Fringe!
READ MOREThe dark and ugly sister to the movie Black Swan. A chain-smoking, half-swan, half-ballerina turns the tragic story of Swan Lake into a dark and raunchy rom com.
READ MOREThis August, ScotlandShop is thrilled to introduce Great Kilt Demonstrations in our Edinburgh store happening daily throughout the month!
READ MORECalling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Rothes Halls!
READ MOREWhat better way to spend those long winter nights than coming along to a friendly life drawing group at the Dreel Hall in Anstruther?
READ MOREJoin marine biologist Sean Flinn on Saturday 30th August at The Scottish Fisheries Museum for a free, hands-on family workshop exploring the ocean and how we can protect it!
READ MOREWelcome to the Jamaican Food Community Summer Event! Join us at Free Wheel North - Coffee on the Green Community Cafe for a day filled with delicious Jamaican cuisine, music, and fun!
READ MOREExplore the early roots of horror and fantasy in this season of German Expressionist films at The Grosvenor Picture Theatre!
READ MOREFrom Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams at the Scottish Football Museum explores the links between mining and football in Scotland.
READ MOREMeditation on Twin Hearts helps to flush out negative thoughts and emotions that congest our mind and body every day.
READ MOREExperience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On returns to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Friday 15th August!
READ MORELanarkshire Classics Car Club return to Auchlochan Garden Village on Saturday 23rd August for the fourth edition of their Annual Classic Car Show!
READ MOREInterested in quilting? Paisley Patchers meet on the first Monday of each month in Paisley North Church, no experience is necessary all levels welcome!
READ MOREJoin Stitch & Kin at Kilmacolm Community Centre for their beginners sewing class for parents & carers and their children to learn to sew together.
READ MOREJoin Renfrewshire Ancestors, from The Urban Historian, for the Family History Cafe and talk exploring Paisley Poor Relief from the Churches point of view.
READ MOREWhether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
READ MOREScottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
READ MOREAyrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
READ MOREYou'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
READ MOREStep into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!
READ MOREGeraldo's are delighted to offer you the opportunity to taste some of Ardgowan Distillery's award-winning blends, gin and some new single malts!
READ MOREAdventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!
READ MOREJoin the team at Marine Troon for an unforgettable evening of fine dining and exceptional English wine as we present a curated wine-paired dinner in partnership with Gusbourne.
READ MOREFresh Ayr Folk Fest, will showcase an array of incredible live entertainment, family-friendly activities, fantastic food and drinks when it returns to Ayr Town Centre in August!
READ MOREThe 2025 Brodick Highland Games will be held at Ormidale Park on Saturday 9th August, they're a great day out for all the family!
READ MOREMeet Megan from Isle of Harris Distillery at this free in-store tasting to find out more about this incredible distillery and sample their stunning gin and award-winning whisky, The Hearach.
READ MOREThe annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a seventh year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th August!
READ MOREHandmade in Ayr is a creative monthly market showcasing the best of Ayrshire arts and crafts at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, featuring quality Ayrshire & Scottish makers!
READ MOREThe 2025 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between Saturday 30th August and Sunday 7th September!
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