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History Events in Stirling in October 2025

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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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Public Lecture: Nagasaki and the Future of War in the 20th Century

6th October 2025

Hear Professor Holger Nehring discuss the significance of the use of nuclear weapons on Nagasaki in this public lecture at the University of Stirling on 6th October.

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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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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:

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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Going Underground: Giffnock and Clarkston

Going Underground: Giffnock and Clarkston

9th October 2025

Local historian Dr. Stuart Nisbet has spent decades digging into the history of the ground beneath our feet, and this illustrated talk distils his experience gained over many years of walks and talks.

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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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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:

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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An Audience with Philippa Gregory

An Audience with Philippa Gregory

14th October 2025

Join Philippa Gregory, as she takes you on a journey through the history you thought you knew, a fascinating evening of entertaining historical insight and unforgettable storytelling!

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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 28th December 2025

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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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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St Andrews: The Dark Side Walking Tour

St Andrews: The Dark Side Walking Tour

31st October 2025 - 1st November 2025

Back for its fourth year, uncover St Andrews' deepest secrets and darkest skeletons on this 1.5 hour tour run by Walking Tours in St Andrews this Halloween!

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Castles and Towers Bike Ride

Castles and Towers Bike Ride

12th October 2025

Come along to this leisurely bike ride, exploring local history! We will visit various Castles and Towers around Kirkcaldy,

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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:

‘Grenada Ain’t Far from Africa’

‘Grenada Ain’t Far from Africa’

21st October 2025

'Grenada Ain’t Far from Africa': Historical Memories, Human Flight, and the Recovery of Liberated African Biographies.

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Exhibition: A Visual Stroll Through Maryhill

Exhibition: A Visual Stroll Through Maryhill

10th September 2025 - 17th December 2025

The 'A Visual Stroll Through Maryhill' exhibition brings together a selection of photographs from the Maryhill Burgh Halls collection, capturing local streets, landmarks and landscapes.

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Family Friendly Ghost Tour of Provan Hall

Family Friendly Ghost Tour of Provan Hall

18th October 2025

Provan Hall is one of the oldest buildings in Glasgow and is also known as one of the most haunted... Are you brave enough to join History and Horror Tours for a spooky family friendly tour!

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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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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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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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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 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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Paisley Abbey Founders Festival Family Fun Day

Paisley Abbey Founders Festival Family Fun Day

11th October 2025

Join Paisley Abbey on Saturday 11th October for their Founders Festival Family Fun Day, as part of a weekend of special celebrations!

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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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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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Sponsored Links

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ATG
Hostelworld

Sponsored Links

Hilton Glasgow
Renfrewshire Council
Hilton Glasgow
ATG
Hostelworld

Popular Events

Bridge of Allan Fireworks and Bonfire Spectacular
Stirling and Bridge of Allan Round Table are delighted to announce the return of the Fireworks and Bonfire Spectacular in Strathallan Games Park on Wednesday 5th November 2025.
Callendar Park Fireworks
This year’s spectacular Firework Display is back and takes place in Callendar Park on Wednesday 5th November.
Duncarron presents: Guy Fawkes Bonfire Night
Come along to Duncarron Medieval Village for an unforgettable evening at our bonfire night event and enjoy the magical atmosphere!
Rosenethe Singers St Cecilia’s day
Join the Rosenethe Singers' for a concert to celebrate St Cecilia's Day on Saturday, 22nd November at Dunblane Cathedral.
Christmas Craft Fair
Don't miss the Christmas Craft Fair at Victoria Hall on Saturday 8th November in support of Dunblane Cathedral Handbell Ensembles!

Popular Listings

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