The Machars Arts and Craft Group
Whithorn Community Centre Castlehill, Whithorn, Dumfries and GallowayThe Machars Arts and Craft Group meet every Wednesday at 12.30pm until 3.30pm and is for people of all ages and abilities. Bring along whatever project you’re working on, everyone welcome.
Afternoon Recital: Paul Taylor (piano)
The Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral Abbey Street, Carlisle, CumberlandOur series of free afternoon recitals continues with a special performance by pianist Paul Taylor. While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance to support both the talented artists and the Cathedral. Your generosity will help us continue to bring such events to the […]
Medieval Annandale
Lochmaben Town Hall High Street, LochmabenDiscover the fascinating stories of our area’s past in this special exhibition, from ruined castles and ancient monasteries to fierce battles and holy crosses. The displays explore the treasures of the area which have been too long overlooked. There’s a special focus on the Bruce family, the Lords of Annandale who had one of their […]
When We Were Young
Theatre Royal, Dumfries Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and GallowayThe public and critically acclaimed five star production WHEN WE WERE YOUNG goes beyond the tabloid stereotype of ‘Neds’ to tell a powerful and hilarious story about the realities of gang culture and young team mentality in Glasgow during the 90s, as we follow the lives of one of the many youngteams who polluted the streets of the city during a time it was known […]
VE Day Art & History Exhibition
Our Wee Pop Up Shop The Courtyard, behind 93 High Street, AnnanA special exhibition of new artworks by Annan Art Club and artefacts from Annan Museum will be on show throughout May 2025 to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Wartime artefacts will be on show and many can be handled. Paintings and drawings have been created by Annan artists […]
Golden Day Club, Castle Douglas
Castle Douglas Community Centre Cotton Street, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and GallowayThe Golden Club is a Day Centre for the elderly basted in Castle Douglas. Our aim is to promote independent living while combating loneliness and social isolation by providing social contact and support to the elderly within Castle Douglas and the surrounding area. We offer a wide range of activities/entertainment tailored to help improve the […]
Stroke support group
Could you post this for me please Have you, or a member of your family had a stroke,? do you need help, support, advice ? Or meet other stroke survivors in your area then why not pop along to our free stroke support group organised by my self Sheryl Herring your local Stroke Association Community […]
CO-GREAT Workshop: Flood Resilience Gamification
Rutherford McCowan Building, Crichton University Campus Bankend Road, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway🚆 We are pleased to be hosting the University of Glasgow Games Lab for the CO-GREAT Workshop: Flood Resilience Gamification on the 1st of May. Are you interested in contributing to rail transport's resilience to flooding using gaming? 💠 Location: The University of Glasgow, Dumfries Campus 💠 Time: 1.30 – 3.00pm. 💠 Who? Open staff, […]
Medieval Annandale
Lochmaben Town Hall High Street, LochmabenDiscover the fascinating stories of our area’s past in this special exhibition, from ruined castles and ancient monasteries to fierce battles and holy crosses. The displays explore the treasures of the area which have been too long overlooked. There’s a special focus on the Bruce family, the Lords of Annandale who had one of their […]
Virtual Script writing group
South West Media Factory is hosting a regular scriptwriting group, via Zoom, to help anyone in Dumfries & Galloway who wants to learn the techniques of successful script writing. We will help people develop ideas and work on their short film scripts, within a supportive and friendly group. This is free to all, and there […]
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide Dumfries Peer Support Group
SOBS Dumfries are a welcoming group led by local peer volunteers for those over 18 who have lost someone to suicide. We meet the first Thursday of the month 7-9pm in Dumfries. For more details please contact 07300294137 or email dumfries@uksobs.org
Tombs n’ Tales of Old Anwoth
Anwoth Old Kirk Anwoth, Scotland, United KingdomFamed as an iconic filming location in 1973 cult classic, The Wicker Man, Anwoth Old Kirk is steeped in history; its surrounding graveyard a fascinating library of life stories, honouring love, loss, triumph and tragedy... Join award-winning storytellers Mostly Ghostly in this, as they weave together episodes from the area’s rich past; blending history and […]
An Dannsa Dub LIVE at The Venue
The Venue Church Place, Dumfries, Dumfries and GallowayAn Dannsa Dub, the innovative project fusing traditional Scottish music and digital dub, will be celebrating the release of their highly anticipated second album Through The Storm (out May 1, 2024) with a huge UK tour starting in Dumfries at The Venue.
The New Jersey Boys
Theatre Royal, Dumfries Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and GallowayBack by overwhelming public demand following their previous shows, The New Jersey Boys, based in Devon, take their audience on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling groups of all times –The Four Seasons. This choreographed show, featuring the amazing falsetto voice of Einar Vestmann-Gould and the talented all round singer / entertainer […]
Pop Dance
Whithorn Community Centre Castlehill, Whithorn, Dumfries and GallowayTone up. Lose weight. Get fit. A dance workout class for adults and teens. Tracks from the 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s. Friendly class for all abilities. £30 for eight week block or £5 pay as you go. Please contact us before coming to check the schedule. Contact Emma prior to attending for further details, occasionally […]
CREPE BAR by BAKE
Friday lunchtime treats with CREPE BAR by BAKE. Homemade sweet & savoury crepes every Friday lunch from 11am-2pm out at Heathhall Industrial Estate at the old Interfloor car park behind Hire & Supplies. Also serving hot and cold drinks.
THE MOON with Jesse Beaman
Dark Space Planetarium Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and GallowayTake a closer look at the features of the lunar surface, lunar-landings, and the Moon's impact on Earth.
Reel to Real: Silence
The Stove Network 100 High Street, DumfriesThis month we share a debut feature from Irish documentarist Pat Collins, taking the form of a trip through the West of Ireland as a sound-recordist returning from Berlin seeks to capture the sound of silence, but after meeting the local inhabitants is drawn back to his own roots on Tory Island off the coast […]
Wave Blues Band
Theatre Royal, Dumfries Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and GallowayThe fantastic Wave Blues Band are making their return to the Theatre Royal after their sell out gig last year! Get your mojo working and be spellbound by the soulful driving rhythms that will make you shake your tail feathers. Wave Blues Band pulls you into the electric world of Chicago and Delta blues. The five […]
Jazz Weekend Tommaso Starace Trio
The Fratry Hall, Carlisle Cathedral Abbey Street, Carlisle, CumberlandLaunching ours first ever Jazz Weekend, we welcome Italian saxophonist Tommaso Starace, keyboardist Martin Longhawn and drummer Steve Hanley to the Cathedral for the first time, presenting an evening of modern, classics and jazz standards. Tommaso is an alumnus of the Birmingham Conservatoire and Guildhall School of Music & Drama, with a roster of ten […]
Numb Bum
The Wanlockhead Inn Wanlockhead, Scotland, United KingdomThe Numb Bum is a motorcycle endurance challenge set in Scotland. Ride 1000 from Scotland's highest village - Wanlockhead - and head to the country's most southernly, westerly, northernly and easternly points. Taking photos as you go, you'll try to complete the challenge in 24 hours and finish at the Wanlockhead Inn in time for […]
Wigtown Spring Weekend
County Building Wigtown WigtownScotland’s Book Town Unveils Spring Weekend Festival Line-Up ● Enjoy a May celebration of authors, books and storytelling ● Walks, talks, music, art and craft in the heart of Galloway Scotland’s National Book Town has unveiled the programme for its annual springtime celebration of literature, storytelling and community. This year’s Wigtown Spring Weekend, 3-5 May, […]
Green Fayre
Vibe 75 Victoria Street, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and GallowayNewton Stewart Initiative and GSA Biosphere are coming together again to host the 3rd annual Green Fayre in Newton Stewart. Held in Vibe 75, Newton Stewart on Saturday May 3rd between 10-2pm this event is to raise awareness of sustainable and environmentally friendly products and organisations in the area supporting the green business/economy. Last year […]
The Green Fayre
Vibe 75 Victoria Street, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and GallowayCome along to the Green Fayre! Now in its fourth year, the Green Fayre is a unique gathering of local conservation and nature groups and small local producers for a fun and engaging open day in Newton Stewart. Come along and find out what's going on in D&G. Featuring a range of exhibitors and stands […]
Wigtown Market
Wigtown market starts on Saturday 5th April in the market square, Wigtown 10:00 - 3:00. Every Saturday from now until the end of September. All our usual stalls and some […]
Tombs n’ Tales of Old Anwoth (plus special guest)
Anwoth Old Kirk Anwoth, Scotland, United KingdomFamed as an iconic filming location in 1973 cult classic, The Wicker Man, Anwoth Old Kirk is steeped in history; its surrounding graveyard a fascinating library of life stories, honouring […]
Heritage Exhibition
Kirkbean Village Hall Kirkbean, Dumfries and GallowayKirkbean Parish Heritage Society, are holding a two day exhibition about the history of our Parish, on the 3rd and 4th of May. The event is being held in Kirkbean […]
Family Fun Day
The Jolly Harvester Calside Road, DumfriesEntertainment for all the family Fundraiser for D&G Sands
Movement Medicine with Lynn
Bowlers Hall Cotton Street, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and GallowayThis month D&G Dance Collective are delighted to have Lynn Campbell from North East England returning to offer us some Movement Medicine. About Movement Medicine: Movement Medicine® is a grounding […]
I Can’t Believe it’s not Potter
Auchen Castle Beattock, Scotland, United KingdomOur Murder Mystery Evening is back by popular demand and this time it's Harry Potter themed! On Saturday 3 May, Auchen Castle will be overrun with amateur wizards from 'Dogwarts […]
