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History events in Stirling

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Events in Stirling

Stirling Ghostwalk

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026

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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Inspiring the Nation: 300 years of Libraries in Scotland

19th January 2026 - 2nd March 2026

Celebrate a century of the National Library of Scotland Act by exploring how libraries evolved from private collections into vibrant, innovative hubs at the very heart of our communities!

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Scotland’s National Hero

7th February 2026 - 25th October 2026

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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Portraits in Stone: The Great Cathedrals

19th February 2026

This lecture by Mark Cottle, follows the evolution of cathedral building with particular reference to structural and aesthetic details together with the fascinating figures and events behind them.

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A Celebration of Scottish Football, Scots Poetry, and Heritage

5th March 2026

Join poet Hamish MacDonald and curator Aoife McKenna at Bridge of Allan Library for an inspiring blend of Scottish football history, poetry, and rare artifacts!

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Celebrating International Womens Day

8th March 2026

Come along to Stirling Castle this international women's day to meet some of Scotland's most influential, powerful women as they wander around the Castle.

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200 Years of Scottish Railways Exhibition

18th May 2026 - 27th June 2026

Balfron Heritage Group and Balfron Library will host a FREE mini-exhibition in May and June, to mark 200 Years of Scottish Railways!

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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 Screening - The Village that Disappeared

Heritage Screening - The Village that Disappeared

21st April 2026

Experience the nostalgic charm of Newton Mearns as Eastwood Theatre debuts Tom Marchant's heartfelt 25-year-old documentary in their brand-new cinema room on Tuesday 21st April!

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Heritage Class: The Story Of Clarkston: An Adventure in Time

Heritage Class: The Story Of Clarkston: An Adventure in Time

12th March 2026

Join local historian Stuart Nisbet as he takes you on a detective trail exploring the origins of Clarkston, Stamperland and Netherlee, and the people who have lived there.

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Heritage Walk: Stamperland & Netherlee

Heritage Walk: Stamperland & Netherlee

28th April 2026

Uncover local secrets on this 1.5-hour detective trail through Stamperland and Netherlee as expert Stuart Nisbet brings local history to life!

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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:

Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

25th October 2025 - 27th December 2026

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

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Royal Tea on Britannia

Royal Tea on Britannia

Selected dates between 10th February 2026 - 31st March 2026

Step behind the ropes of the Royal Yacht Britannia for an enhanced guided group tour, featuring an exclusive 'Royal Brow' entrance, State Apartment tours and a delicious tea in the Royal Deck Tearoom!

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Giants

Giants

31st January 2026 - 14th September 2026

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!

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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:

The Arts Society Fife Lecture Series

The Arts Society Fife Lecture Series

Selected dates between 10th February 2026 - 9th June 2026

The Arts Society Fife hosts a great programme of 10 lectures a year at the Corn Exchange Cupar, by renowned art specialists, on topics from Brueghel to Brutalism and beyond!

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The Herring Year : Following the Fish, the Fleet and the Folk around the Coast

The Herring Year : Following the Fish, the Fleet and the Folk around the Coast

5th January 2026 - 2nd March 2026

Every year the shoals of herring moved around the coasts of Britain and every year an army of workers followed them. This exhibition, by local artist Jake Brown, illustrates the routes they took.

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Gu’un the fish n’ that

Gu’un the fish n’ that

5th January 2026 - 2nd March 2026

Gu’un the fish n’ that is an immersive sound installation by East Anglian based artist Beverley Carruthers, celebrating the migrant worker and their importance to the fishing industry.

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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:

Specialist Tour: The Secrets of Lacquer and Cinnabar

Specialist Tour: The Secrets of Lacquer and Cinnabar

18th August 2026

Join Curator of East Asian Art Yupin Chung and Ann Ainsworth on intriguing tour looking at a selection of superb lacquer objects and cinnabar on Tuesday 18th August!

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Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Walking Tour

Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Walking Tour

Selected dates between 4th April 2026 - 26th September 2026

Feel the beat of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of the city centre with Glasgow Music City Tours!

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Harbour and Horizon Exhibition

Harbour and Horizon Exhibition

22nd January 2026 - 20th June 2026

Harbour and Horizon brings together artworks, historical photographs and artefacts from the last two centuries to the Scottish Maritime Museum in Dumbarton.

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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:

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Selected dates between 11th February 2026 - 25th November 2026

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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Ship Ahoy!

Ship Ahoy!

26th April 2026

Ship Ahoy! is an exciting and unique event from Scottish Maritime Heritage including displays of model ships, ship photographs and historic video footage, as well as displays of working model ships.

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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:

History Talk: Royal Renfrew

History Talk: Royal Renfrew

24th February 2026

Join the Urban Historian at Paisley St George's Church on Tuesday 24th February for this history talk and discover how Renfrew gained its status as a Royal Burgh around 1127!

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The Scottish Geologist: Luisa Hendry

The Scottish Geologist: Luisa Hendry

7th March 2026

Get ready for a rockin' day at Erskine Arts on Saturday 7th March as Luisa Hendry, aka The Scottish Geologist, shares her infectious passion for Scotland's incredible geology!

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 7th January 2026 - 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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Valentine’s Day Castle Tour & Afternoon Tea

Valentine’s Day Castle Tour & Afternoon Tea

14th February 2026

Celebrate Valentine's Day in timeless elegance with a guided tour of Kelburn Castle, followed by a romantic afternoon tea in its enchanting surroundings!

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Mother’s Day Castle Tour & Afternoon Tea

Mother’s Day Castle Tour & Afternoon Tea

15th March 2026

Celebrate Mother's Day in timeless elegance with a guided tour of Kelburn Castle, followed by a delightful afternoon tea in its charming surroundings!

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Popular Events

One of Two
One Of Two, at Macrobert Arts Centre, is a one-man comedy-drama by Jack Hunter about two twins growing up with cerebral palsy: Bec (a wheelchair user) and Jack (who walks with a limp).
Karen Dunbar: Aw Roon The Hooses!
Bafta award winner Karen Dunbar comes to the Tolbooth Stirling on Thursday 10th September with her brand-new show 'Aw Roon The Hooses'!
Simple Silver Rings Taster Session
Join the 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!
200 Years of Scottish Railways Exhibition
Balfron Heritage Group and Balfron Library will host a FREE mini-exhibition in May and June, to mark 200 Years of Scottish Railways!
Malin Lewis Trio
Don't miss the innovative and award winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis live at the Tolbooth Stirling on Friday 8th May!

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