Discover events in Dumfries & Galloway – South West Scotland
Design your own ghostly image printing block and use ink rollers to create printed cards with the spooky scene. You can also follow a special spectre trail around the museum. This is a free family event, no need to book, just drop in any time between 11am and 3pm.
Enjoy some spine-tingling tales of weird happenings, then mix up a witch's brew with curious ingredients such as eye of newt, powdered fairy, and vampire blood to create a potion […]
In the main hall of Dumfries Museum, the award-winning nature writer Stephen Rutt will deliver a talk about the birds of the River Nith. Using the museum’s recently refreshed taxidermy displays as a starting point, he will explore what they can tell us about the River Nith and what the river can tell us about […]
A special presentation by the Medieval Bruce Heritage Trust for International Women's Day. Bringing to life some of the women who knew and loved Bruce to audiences, the Bruce Women presentation is an invitation to walk through the mists of time to a catch a glimpse of the courage and tenacity of those women. The […]
Find out about the earliest printmakers in Dumfries, the role of newspapers in the town's history and explore our latest exhibition 'Fighting for Justice: Strikes and Protests in Dumfries 1770-1920'. Organised as part of The Stove Network's 'Off the Margin: Micro Festival', this special evening event will include a short talk and tour of the […]
Find out about the sock making factories in Dumfries then choose from an enormous selection of socks to get creative and make your own puppet character. Free family crafts, no need to book, just drop in between 11am and 3pm
A free illustrated talk exploring the development of the town through the 19th century. We'll look at the industries, entertainments, public events, and entertainments. Free event, no need to book, […]
An opportunity to see trade banners and hear a short talk about the history of different trades and examples of different banners. There were Seven Incorporated Trades in Dumfries and […]
Talk: - The Politics of Dumfries Food, 1770-1914 Local historian Ian Gasse will trace the history of attempts to ensure a supply of food for the town’s working people. Free […]
Join us for a stroll and chat in good company for a boost in wellbeing. Mental Health Awareness Week has the theme of Movement this year, so we're going to have a wander around Dumfries with a bit of history focus on the way. There will be some gentle slopes and some steps. Feel free […]
Join us for a gentle wander around the local area and discover a few bits of hidden history. We're taking up Mental Health Awareness Week's theme of movement to get out exploring. There will be chance to chat, or just to enjoy a walk in company. Meet at Annan Museum at 6.30pm. The walk will […]
A gentle walk in good company to chat and enjoy some of Dumfries history along the River Nith. This wellbeing walk is part of Mental Health Awareness Week's focus on […]
An illustrated talk exploring the fascinating history of Lincluden Abbey and how these medieval ruins went on to inspire Robert Burns. Free event, no need to book, just turn up.
An opportunity to explore the latest exhibition in Dumfries Museum with its curator, Judith Hewitt. 'Fighting for Justice: Strikes and Protests in Dumfries 1770-1920' shares objects, photos and historical accounts […]
Join David Mihet of Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum for a walking tour around the historic town of Sanquhar. You'll discover some hidden histories, evidence of former industries and quirky details in the streetscape. This is a free tour starting at the Tolbooth Museum at 2pm. No need to book, just turn up.
All event details, from text to pics, are added directly by event organisers.
While it’s done in good faith, don’t take it as the final word, and please do reach out to the event organiser to confirm all details.
Moo4Events is the events calendar for Dumfries & Galloway! What’s Going On?
DGWGO Websites – dgwgo.com – moo4events.com – moo4jobs.com
Visit DG is the new big guide to Dumfries and Galloway
