Undiscovered Scotland: What's On? Events Around Scotland

October

Today until 31 October: Legacies of Empire This exhibition will examine the varied motivations and circumstances around the acquisition of objects during colonial conflict by individuals in British military service. Daily at the National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh. This is a free event.
Today until 31 October: Science on the Sofa Join in for a digital programme of hands-on activities, talks, shows and more as Glasgow Science Festival aims to entertain and inpsire you from the comfort of your own sofa. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Today until 31 October: Wondrous Woods at Hopetoun House See the majestic grounds of Hopetoun House like you have never seen them before. For the first time in the history of the Hopetoun Estate, the grounds are being extensively lit up with features and effects to create a magical, mystical woodland journey. A fantastic show, not to be missed! For further information and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Today until 1 November: Halloween at Conifox For the most spooktacular month of the year, the bravest of the brave can follow the Spooky Trail around the park, with kids of all ages winning a goodie bag filled to the brim with Halloween treasures (£2 per child, plus park entry). You will also be able to enjoy Pumpkin Carving after walking the trail, choosing your perfect pumpkin from the Conifox haunted field, ready to carve into the most wickedly magnificent monster… For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
31 October: Celtic Samhain at Scottish Crannog Centre Celebrate the night when the veil between the spirit world and the mortal world disappears, when the last of the harvest has been brought in, and the winter begins. For further information and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
31 October - 1 November: M&D’s Spooktacular Outdoor Pumpkin Festival All activities will be outdoors within the grounds of M&D's Theme Park. The festival begins with storytelling from Folksy Theatre, followed by a bash a pumpkin game, a pumpkin treasure trail and the Pumpkin Express. A great day out for all the family. 11am start. Booking essential. For further information and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in October: Abbotsford, The Home of Sir Walter Scott Hosting a variety of events throughout the year including exhibitions, talks, music, theatre, chapel services and more. For information on this month's varied programme, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in October: The Byre Theatre is a vibrant hub of cultural activity in St Andrews and is a focal point for the Arts in North East Fife. The Byre offers a year round programme of events, shows, conferences, music and learning. For information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in October: Cumbernauld Theatre A whole host of events are taking place during October at Cumbernauld Theatre. Check out their website for a full programme of events and information on how to book.
Various dates in October: Events at the University of Edinburgh The University presents a wide range of events throughout the year, including Inaugural Lectures, Exhibitions, Open Days, Events for Schools and Graduation. For details of What's On this month visit the website linked in the title.
Various dates in October: Events in Glencoe & Loch Leven Glencoe & Loch Leven is a year round destination and there is almost always something exciting happening to join in on. Visit the website linked above to see a list of what's on this month and other forthcoming events.
Various dates in October: Historic Environment Scotland Events Programme Check out the HES website to find out what's on in your area this month.
Various dates in October: VisitLanarkshire programme of events Discover what Lanarkshire events have to offer for families, couples, and anyone looking for great days out this month.
Various dates in October: Museum of the University of St Andrews A wide range of events for adults and families are taking place this month at MUSA. Check out their website for a full programme of events and information on how to book.
Various dates in October: National Library of Scotland Events Each month the National Library plays host to a number of exhibitions, lectures, workshops and tours. Further information about forthcoming events is available via the website linked in the title. Most are free, but booking is advisable. The National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EW.
Various dates in October: Events and Activities at the National Museum of Scotland The National Museum of Scotland hosts a wide range of events for children, families and adults only each month including Mini Makers, story telling, family 'Make it at the Museum' sessions and Museum Lates, to name just a few. For a full programme of events this month, visit the website linked in the title. At the National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
Various dates in October: National Trust for Scotland Events Check out the National Trust for Scotland website to find out what's on in your area this month.
Various dates in October: RSPB Loch Leven Events RSPB Loch Leven are hosting a series of events this month at their site at Kinross. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in October: RSPB Loch Lomond Events RSPB Loch Lomond are hosting a series of events this month at their site at Gartocharn. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in October: Strathpeffer Pavilion Events Visit the Strathpeffer Pavilion website for information on a whole host of events taking place there this month. In addition, The Pavilion Café Bar is normally open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 11am to 9pm, and for Sunday lunch from noon to 4pm.

November

1 November: Halloween at Conifox The bravest of the brave can follow the Spooky Trail around the park, with kids of all ages winning a goodie bag filled to the brim with Halloween treasures (£2 per child, plus park entry). You will also be able to enjoy Pumpkin Carving after walking the trail, choosing your perfect pumpkin from the Conifox haunted field, ready to carve into the most wickedly magnificent monster… For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
1-9 November: Science on the Sofa Join in for a digital programme of hands-on activities, talks, shows and more as Glasgow Science Festival aims to entertain and inpsire you from the comfort of your own sofa. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
1-15 November: Wondrous Woods at Hopetoun House See the majestic grounds of Hopetoun House like you have never seen them before. For the first time in the history of the Hopetoun Estate, the grounds are being extensively lit up with features and effects to create a magical, mystical woodland journey. A fantastic show, not to be missed! For further information and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
1-30 November: Legacies of Empire This exhibition will examine the varied motivations and circumstances around the acquisition of objects during colonial conflict by individuals in British military service. Daily at the National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh. This is a free event.
4 November: The Boomtown Rats The Boomtown Rats will mark 2020 (The Year Of The Rat) with a UK tour to support their first new studio album since 1984 and singer Bob Geldof's new book entitled, Tales Of Boomtown Glory. At 7pm at The Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow. For further information and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
5-25 November: Techfest Digital Festival Going online for 2020, Techfest comprises a full programme of events promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) activities to young people and the wider community. For further information and to register for events, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
7-14 November: 2020 Edinburgh Short Film Festival Your one chance to see the world's best short films of 2020 is at the 2020 Edinburgh Short Film Festival, Summerhall, Edinburgh. For a full programme of events and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in November: Abbotsford, The Home of Sir Walter Scott Hosting a variety of events throughout the year including exhibitions, talks, music, theatre, chapel services and more. For information on this month's varied programme, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in November: The Byre Theatre is a vibrant hub of cultural activity in St Andrews and is a focal point for the Arts in North East Fife. The Byre offers a year round programme of events, shows, conferences, music and learning. For information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in November: Cumbernauld Theatre A whole host of events are taking place during November at Cumbernauld Theatre. Check out their website for a full programme of events and information on how to book.
Various dates in November: Events at the University of Edinburgh The University presents a wide range of events throughout the year, including Inaugural Lectures, Exhibitions, Open Days, Events for Schools and Graduation. For details of What's On this month visit the website linked in the title.
Various dates in November: Events in Glencoe & Loch Leven Glencoe & Loch Leven is a year round destination and there is almost always something exciting happening to join in on. Visit the website linked above to see a list of what's on this month and other forthcoming events.
Various dates in November: Historic Environment Scotland Events Programme Check out the HES website to find out what's on in your area this month.
Various dates in November: VisitLanarkshire programme of events Discover what Lanarkshire events have to offer for families, couples, and anyone looking for great days out this month.
Various dates in November: Museum of the University of St Andrews A wide range of events for adults and families are taking place this month at MUSA. Check out their website for a full programme of events and information on how to book.
Various dates in November: National Library of Scotland Events Each month the National Library plays host to a number of exhibitions, lectures, workshops and tours. Further information about forthcoming events is available via the website linked in the title. Most are free, but booking is advisable. The National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EW.
Various dates in November: Events and Activities at the National Museum of Scotland The National Museum of Scotland hosts a wide range of events for children, families and adults only each month including Mini Makers, story telling, family 'Make it at the Museum' sessions and Museum Lates, to name just a few. For a full programme of events this month, visit the website linked in the title. At the National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
Various dates in November: National Trust for Scotland Events Check out the National Trust for Scotland website to find out what's on in your area this month.
Various dates in November: RSPB Loch Leven Events RSPB Loch Leven are hosting a series of events this month at their site at Kinross. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in November: RSPB Loch Lomond Events RSPB Loch Lomond are hosting a series of events this month at their site at Gartocharn. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in November: Strathpeffer Pavilion Events Visit the Strathpeffer Pavilion website for information on a whole host of events taking place there this month. In addition, The Pavilion Café Bar is normally open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 11am to 9pm, and for Sunday lunch from noon to 4pm.

December

1-31 December: Legacies of Empire This exhibition will examine the varied motivations and circumstances around the acquisition of objects during colonial conflict by individuals in British military service. Daily at the National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh. This is a free event.
3-23 December: Conifox Adventure Park Drive Thru Christmas Experience Due to 'elf'-and-safety, visitors will now meet Santa and his gang in an utterly enchanting drive-thru experience, delighting in the highly anticipated winter-wonderland, but at a safe distance. The drive will take around 20 minutes. From 2pm to 4pm (£20 per car) and 4pm to 9pm (£25 per car) at Conifox Adventure Park, Kirkliston, Edinburgh. For further information and to book, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in December: Abbotsford, The Home of Sir Walter Scott Hosting a variety of events throughout the year including exhibitions, talks, music, theatre, chapel services and more. For information on this month's varied programme, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in December: The Byre Theatre is a vibrant hub of cultural activity in St Andrews and is a focal point for the Arts in North East Fife. The Byre offers a year round programme of events, shows, conferences, music and learning. For information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in December: Cumbernauld Theatre A whole host of events are taking place during December at Cumbernauld Theatre. Check out their website for a full programme of events and information on how to book.
Various dates in December: Events at the University of Edinburgh The University presents a wide range of events throughout the year, including Inaugural Lectures, Exhibitions, Open Days, Events for Schools and Graduation. For details of What's On this month visit the website linked in the title.
Various dates in December: Events in Glencoe & Loch Leven Glencoe & Loch Leven is a year round destination and there is almost always something exciting happening to join in on. Visit the website linked above to see a list of what's on this month and other forthcoming events.
Various dates in December: Historic Environment Scotland Events Programme Check out the HES website to find out what's on in your area this month.
Various dates in December: VisitLanarkshire programme of events Discover what Lanarkshire events have to offer for families, couples, and anyone looking for great days out this month.
Various dates in December: Museum of the University of St Andrews A wide range of events for adults and families are taking place this month at MUSA. Check out their website for a full programme of events and information on how to book.
Various dates in December: National Library of Scotland Events Each month the National Library plays host to a number of exhibitions, lectures, workshops and tours. Further information about forthcoming events is available via the website linked in the title. Most are free, but booking is advisable. The National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EW.
Various dates in December: Events and Activities at the National Museum of Scotland The National Museum of Scotland hosts a wide range of events for children, families and adults only each month including Mini Makers, story telling, family 'Make it at the Museum' sessions and Museum Lates, to name just a few. For a full programme of events this month, visit the website linked in the title. At the National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh.
Various dates in December: National Trust for Scotland Events Check out the National Trust for Scotland website to find out what's on in your area this month.
Various dates in December: RSPB Loch Leven Events RSPB Loch Leven are hosting a series of events this month at their site at Kinross. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in December: RSPB Loch Lomond Events RSPB Loch Lomond are hosting a series of events this month at their site at Gartocharn. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
Various dates in December: Strathpeffer Pavilion Events Visit the Strathpeffer Pavilion website for information on a whole host of events taking place there this month. In addition, The Pavilion Café Bar is normally open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 11am to 9pm, and for Sunday lunch from noon to 4pm.

2021

1 January - 4 April 2021: Legacies of Empire This exhibition will examine the varied motivations and circumstances around the acquisition of objects during colonial conflict by individuals in British military service. Daily at the National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh. This is a free event.
19 June 2021: Ben Nevis Trek for Bowel Cancer UK Join us as we climb Ben Nevis to fund vital research in Scotland. This uphill, demanding trek is one adventure you will never forget. In partnership with JT Expeditions, we'll lead you to the top of the UK’s highest peak. For further information, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
16-25 July 2021: Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival Presenting high quality musicians from all over the world, the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival takes place at venues across the city. For further information and to book tickets, visit the website linked in the title of this event.
6-8 August 2021: Edinburgh Foodies Festival The UK's biggest food festival heads to Inverleith Park, with a mouth-watering summer event, live music, workshops, masterclasses and Top Chefs who will all be sharing their favourite recipes and top tips. For further information and to book tickets, visit the website linked in the title.