Days Out events in Stirling

Scotland’s National Hero

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

Day at the Dobbie

Get ready for a cracking all-dayer of live music at Larbert's wonderful Dobbie Hall on Saturday 18th April, featuring Helicon, Duke Duncan & The Hurricanes, Jasmin Jet and more!

Scottish Petanque Association Home Nations Qualifier

The Stirling Petanque Club invites you to Stirling County Rugby Football Club on 18th and 19th April to watch 32 Petanque teams battle it out to represent Scotland!

The Cat in the Hat

Dr. Seuss' beloved Cat in the Hat turns a rainy day into an amazing adventure at Macrobert Arts Centre that's the perfect first theatre trip for little ones!

Stirling Whisky Festival

Stirling Whisky Festival returns for 2026, welcoming distilleries from all over the country to celebrate with over 100+ drams to sample, it's a whisky connoisseur dream!

Stirling Race For Life

Sign up now for the annual Cancer Research UK Race for Life in Stirling, being held on Sunday 3rd May, and help raise valuable funds for life-saving research.

The Big Bloom Bash

Step into a living, breathing Bank Holiday Festival of Spring on Monday 4th May at Affinity Sterling Mills and enjoy a magical afternoon of FREE family fun!

Clackmannanshire’s Whisky Festival

Clackmannanshire's much-loved Whisky Festival returns to Alloa Town Hall on Saturday 9th May, marking an incredible five years of celebrating whisky, local heritage, community and wellbeing!

K-POP Party

Dress to impress and enjoy an afternoon of K-Pop, featuring live dance performances, themed games and photo opportunities at Inglewood House & Spa on Sunday 10th May!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Dunblane Gardens

Spend an afternoon enjoying the Gardens of St Blane's House and The Old Smiddy Smithy Loan in Dunblane on Sunday 10th May!

Stirling and District Classic Car Club Annual Show

Rev up for a brilliant day out as the Stirling Classic Car Show returns to Bridge of Allan on Sunday 10th May, featuring over 800 stunning vehicles and stalls in aid of charity!

Big Kid Circus: Falkirk

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch it at the Forth Centre, Falkirk from 13th - 17th May!

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Callendar House

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with another selection of incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Callendar House!

Saor Anum Festival

Celebrate your 'Free Soul at Saor Anum, a build-your-own retreat featuring wild swimming, saunas, live music, all topped off with local treats and an incredible makers market!

Sip & Sax

Grab the girls and head to Stirling Court Hotel for an afternoon of dancing and drinking some fizz while listening to a live saxophonist on Saturday 20th June!

Carr Gomm Sports Festival

Join Carr Gomm Futures at The Peak Sports Village on Thursday 25th June when they bring their inclusive and beginner-friendly Summer Sports Festival to Stirling!

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole

Back Doune the Rabbit Hole returns to Cardross Estate between the 17th and 19th July featuring massive line-up of live acts across 5 stages including headliners Ash, Alabama 3 and Huey Morgan!

BBC Radio 2 in the Park Stirling

BBC Radio 2 in the Park is returning to Scotland! The annual festival will be held at Stirling's City Park between Friday 7th and Sunday 9th August!

Home Nations Tournament of Petanque

Join Stirling Wolves Petanque Club at Stirling County Rugby Football Club to watch the top 8 teams from Scotland, Jersey, Wales and England battle it out in the prestigious Home Nations Tournament!

Stirling Highland Games

Experience a cracking day of Scottish spirit at the Stirling Highland Games, featuring world-class heavy athletics, massed pipe bands, and a bustling artisan village right in the heart of Scotland!

Roman Doors Open Day

The Antonine Guard will set up camp in the grounds of Kinneil Estate and engage with visitors on weaponry, armor and fighting techniques as part of Kinneil House's Roman Doors Open Day!

Get ready for the BIGGEST family party of the summer when Include Me 2 Club return to Barrhead's Cowan Park on Saturday 13th June with their Family Festival!

The Neilston Show is an agricultural and livestock show held annually on the first Saturday in May, it's a great day out for all the family!

Beer lovers in the Mearns, rejoice! The Whitecraigs Rugby Club Beer Fest and Family Fun Day returns for Summer 2026 on Saturday 20th June!

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

Northern Toy Fair returns to Musselburgh Sports Centre in 2026 with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair featuring a fantastic selection of vintage, retro & new toys, models & collectables!

K-Pop Live celebrates your favourite K-pop hits, packed with high-energy performances and next-level choreography inspired by K-pop’s most energetic stage shows.

Mark the arrival of summer with family activities, outdoor workshops and creative happenings as Forgan Arts Centre celebrates Beltane 2026 with their annual festival!

Town and gown unite each April for the Kate Kennedy Spring Procession - a joyful, costumed celebration of St Andrews' rich tapestry, with over 150 symbols of local and global heritage!

The famous Kirkcaldy Links Market, Europe's Longest Street Fair and Scotland's oldest, will return to the Esplanade for 2026 between Wednesday 15th and Monday 20th April!

Clydeside Easter Funland is coming to Glasgow's West End this Easter, expect a brand new family-first Easter experience packed with rides, inflatables and live entertainment!

DAY FEVER RETURNS TO GLASGOW! Yes, that's right! Day Fever, the Saturday daytime disco, that doesn't ruin your Sunday, is returning to BAaD in 2026!

Girlypop Live, the ultimate pop party returns to SWG3, expect epic tribute acts, glitter makeovers, confetti, and nonstop pop magic at this ultimate day out for mums, daughters, and besties!

Brought to you by Makers and Merchants Markets, Brewers, Bites & Beats is a family-friendly foodie festival coming to Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 18th April!

National Brick Events comes to Motherwell! Book your tickets now for the ultimate LEGO experience featuring rare sets, minifigures galore, and a LEGO play area for the kids!

Come join the fun as Stagecraft Entertainment return to Valley View this Easter with another brilliant show, The Gingerbread Man, starring Jamie Mac and Louise Andree Douglas!

Whether 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!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Somerset Park between Wednesday 22nd and Sunday 26th April!

Join a host of big-name authors and personalities, celebrating life stories, as the Boswell Book Festival returns to Dumfries House, Ayrshire for 2026.

The Boswell Children's Festival returns to Dumfries House! Authors, illustrators and mischief makers will be back, with a programme of fun filled activities for young readers and their families!

Kick off the Dundonald Highland Games with a welcoming family day at Dundonald Castle where you can explore the grounds, enjoy light activities and take in the views from Castle Hill!

The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!

Keep curious kids entertained at Culzean Castle and Country Park's Nature Nippers sessions exploring the natural world through games, crafts and play!

Inflatable Fun City returns with a brand new location... Barnhill Farm! Bounce, slide, and play all day in an exciting new space made for maximum fun!

Enjoy non-stop R&B, hip-hop and throwback anthems... from No Scrubs to Yeah!, Big Poppa to Family Affair when Ingliston Country Club hosts R&B Behaviour: Bank Holiday Beatz on Sunday 3rd May!

The Scottish Alternative Music Awards' annual Paisley Takeover is back for 2026 with two days of live music, panel discussions and workshops on April 24th & 25th!