There’s been SO many festive events, fayres and markets this last week! But if you’ve not had a chance yet to pop along to any, don’t worry! This week coming up there’s LOADS more events in and around Blantyre. Here’s a festive roundup of what’s happening and when this coming week!
📅 Monday 1 December – Calderside Academy Christmas Fayre
📍 Calderside Academy, Calder Street, Blantyre G72
🕕 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Kick off December at this fantastic school fayre packed with festive cheer! Enjoy Santa’s Grotto, raffles, tombola, market stalls, tea & coffee, home baking and loads more for families to explore.
🎟️ Free admission
👨👩👧 Family-friendly
📅 Thursday 4 December – David Livingstone Memorial Primary School Christmas Fayre & Santa’s Grotto
📍 David Livingstone Memorial Primary School
🕕 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Expect a brilliant night of festive fun! The school’s Christmas Fayre features Santa’s Grotto, tombola, raffle, festive refreshments, local business stalls, games, and activities.
🎟️ Free entry
👧 Children must be accompanied by an adult.
📅 Thursday 4 December – Comedy at The Parkville
📍 The Parkville, Blantyre
🕖 Show starts 7:00pm
💷 Tickets £30
A star-studded festive comedy night featuring a multi-award-winning lineup: Bad Santa, Viv Gee, Al Thompson, Tia Boyd, and hosted by Des McLean! Your ticket includes a hot fork buffet plus a pint of Madri or a glass of house wine. A great Christmas night out!
📅 Saturday 6 December – Sip, Snip & Sparkle (Wreath-Making Class)
📍 Blantyre Old Parish Church Hall
🕒 3:00pm – 6:00pm
💷 £45 per person | £10 deposit
Enjoy a luxury wreath-making afternoon led by Kerry from Wild Thistle Floristry. Create your own fresh festive wreath while enjoying prosecco, hot drinks and festive nibbles.
✨ Limited spaces — early booking advised!
📅 Saturday 6 December – Hamilton Christmas Cracker Festive Gala Day
📍 Regent Centre, Hamilton
🕑 Santa visiting 14:15 – 16:00
A huge festive celebration in the heart of Hamilton! Expect a lively family atmosphere, Christmas entertainment, music, activities and Santa appearances. A perfect day out to get into the seasonal spirit!
🎅✨ December is packed with festive magic — make sure you don’t miss out!
Which event will you be heading along to?
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