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History events in Stirling

View all the upcoming History events taking place throughout Stirling below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.

Events in Stirling

Stirling Ghostwalk

4th January 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!

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Burns an’ a’ that

27th January 2024

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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Talks at The Smith: The Birth of Scottish Political Economy

31st January 2024

Professor Dow will guide us through the origins on Political Economy which Adam Smith and David Hume developed and how it shaped economic ideas.

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Katherine MacInnes: Snow Widows

14th February 2024

Katherine MacInnes reconstructs the lives of five women – wives, mothers and sisters of the men participating in Robert Falcon Scott’s polar expedition!

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Talks at The Smith: Grierson and McLaren: Film Pioneers

28th February 2024

The University of Stirling Archivist introduces two Stirling-born filmmakers who were key figures in the evolution of cinema in the twentieth century.

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Talks at The Smith: Great Scottish Artists: Bet Low

20th March 2024

Learn more about Bet Low’s art and life, in her centenary year, with Hildegarde Berwick, the former Fine and Applied Art Officer at Perth Museum and Art Gallery.

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Talks at The Smith: Highlights: The Smith’s Collection at 150

24th April 2024

In this special talk to celebrate The Smith’s 150th birthday in 2024, we have a delightful two-hander, sharing the views of the professionals.

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Talks at The Smith: The Stirling Heads

29th May 2024

Dr Rush, a consultant during the restoration of the royal palace at Stirling Castle, introduces the cast of characters depicted in the Stirling Heads.

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Talks at The Smith: Sherlock, Darcy and friends revisited

26th June 2024

Jo Ross-Barrett revisits characters from classic fiction and applies the lens of what we know now to their experiences and behaviours.

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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: East Renfrewshire’s Place in Glasgow’s Calico Printing Industry

Heritage Talk: East Renfrewshire’s Place in Glasgow’s Calico Printing Industry

7th December 2023

Join Tracy Harrison Butler as she examines Glasgow's calico printers from the 1750s until 1931 and discusses East Renfrewshire's domination in the calico printing industry throughout that time.

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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:

Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Selected dates between 1st April 2023 - 30th December 2023

Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!

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Carols and crafts: Christmas Activity Day

Carols and crafts: Christmas Activity Day

16th December 2023

Join us at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for a day full of activities for the whole family to enjoy!

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An exclusive evening at Mary’s Court

An exclusive evening at Mary’s Court

8th December 2023

Join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on Mary Queen of Scots' birthday to explore life at Mary's court!

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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:

Yellow Butterflies : The colourful character, costume and culture of Scotland’s Fishwives

Yellow Butterflies : The colourful character, costume and culture of Scotland’s Fishwives

11th November 2023 - 18th March 2024

This exhibition examines the roles of the fishwife in the Scottish fishing industry, exploring how these women and their labour was regarded, represented, censured and celebrated!

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Arts Lecture - The Jacobites in Italy:  The End of a Dream by Dr Patricia Andrew

Arts Lecture - The Jacobites in Italy: The End of a Dream by Dr Patricia Andrew

9th April 2024

The Arts Society Fife's art lecture in April is given by Dr Patricia Andrew and looks at the Jacobite court in Italy!

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Architecture on the Carpet

Architecture on the Carpet

7th December 2023

Join Markinch Heritage Group on Thursday 7th December as Dakers Fleming takes us on a wonderful journey back to childhood and the toys we once played with before the invention of the computer!

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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:

Glasgow Central Station Tours

Glasgow Central Station Tours

5th January 2023 - 31st December 2023

Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!

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Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Guided Tours

Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Guided Tours

Selected dates between 12th August 2023 - 28th December 2023

On selected dates Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust are opening Bridgeton Garage for pre-booked guided tours!

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Geo Natter

Geo Natter

Selected dates between 6th September 2023 - 13th December 2023

Interested in rock or fossils and want to find out more about Scotland's geo-heritage? Come along to the Geo-natter group at Kelvin Hall every 2nd Wednesday afternoon!

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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:

Curling - From Biggar To Olympic Gold

Curling - From Biggar To Olympic Gold

18th November 2023 - 24th March 2024

Curling - From Biggar To Olympic Gold is an exhibition commemorating the Olympic Gold Medal won by a British curling team in Chamonix in 1924!

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National Treasure: South Lanarkshire’s Sir Harry Lauder Collection Exhibition

National Treasure: South Lanarkshire’s Sir Harry Lauder Collection Exhibition

10th June 2023 - 29th February 2024

National Treasure: South Lanarkshire's Sir Harry Lauder Collection Exhibition showcases the famous stage performer's life and work, and his influence at the birth of the modern age of communication!

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History Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 13th September 2023 - 26th June 2024

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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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

28th December 2023 - 31st October 2024

Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!

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Professor Charles Withers: Mungo Park and the Exploration of the Niger

Professor Charles Withers: Mungo Park and the Exploration of the Niger

31st January 2024

Professor Charles Withers examines the achievements of Mungo Park and the many expeditions that followed him as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!

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Popular Events

Aladdin
Grab your boogie shoes and find a spot on that light up dance floor, because this Christmas we guarantee that you will be dancing!
Clackmannanshire’s Whisky Festival 2024
After a sold out event in 2023, Clackmannanshire's Whisky Festival is returning in April 2024, delivered through the organiser's unique strands of Whisky, Heritage and Wellness!
Mulled wine night / Late night shopping
Join us at Made in Stirling on 8th December for some mulled wine and some joyful live music whether you want to do some Christmas shopping or not!
Needle Felting
Give the art of Needle Felting a go with local maker Valerie Martin on the 10th December at Stirling Reuse Hub!
Dunblane Road Race
Planning your race calendar for 2024? The Dunblane Road Race takes place on Sunday 26th May 2024 so save the date!

Popular Venues

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