Last updated: November 11, 2024
Make the most of the festive season in Motherwell with our planner guide. Discover all the best holiday events. Whether Motherwell is your home base or your holiday escape, our guide maximizes your seasonal enjoyment.
This Christmas, immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of "Believe In Santa," where children can experience the magic of Santa's workshop and interact with festive characters. With delightful performances and captivating scenes, you're sure to feel the holiday spirit. Another highlight is "Santa's Magical Circus," featuring a dazzling array of acts, from acrobats to jugglers, creating a uniquely festive show. And the "Christmas Crooners" is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing a talented lineup of singers performing your favourite seasonal tunes. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Free festive entertainment and Christmas Market.
Carluke's annual Christmas Lights Switch On features free entertainment, games, and giveaways leading up to Santa's arrival. The event includes a Christmas Market and fairground activities.
Where: Carluke | More Info: Carluke Christmas Lights Switch On
Immersive lighting trail with lasers and festive sound installations.
Starry Nights at Dean Castle Country Park features an immersive lighting trail with lasers, festive lights, and captivating sound installations. Enjoy Cocktails and Carols, Santa's Grotto, and a variety of interactive experiences like Singing Trees and Candy Cane Lane. The event also includes a festive food village and live performers.
Where: Kilmarnock | More Info: Starry Nights at Dean Castle Country Park
Grand Prize Raffle Draw with cash and unique prizes.
Holy Cross High School Christmas Fair offers a variety of activities including visiting Santa, enjoying food stalls, and participating in games and Christmas-themed activities. Local businesses will be present to buy lovely Christmas gifts and stocking fillers. The event also features musical performances and a Grand Prize Raffle Draw with exciting prizes.
Where: Hamilton | More Info: Holy Cross High School Christmas Fair
Local artisans selling unique, handmade gifts.
Craigend Nursery Christmas Market features different makers each day, offering a variety of unique, handcrafted gifts for friends and loved ones.
Where: Carluke | More Info: Christmas Markets at Craigend Nursery
Unique shopping experience with local crafts and goods.
The Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market offers a variety of handcrafted gifts and local goods, creating a vibrant shopping experience amidst the historic town hall's grand setting.
Where: Rutherglen | More Info: Rutherglen Town Hall Christmas Market
Unique collection of local artisan goods.
Wylde Thistle's Winter Artisan Market at David Livingstone Birthplace features over 30 local makers, bakers, and creators showcasing curated gifts and goodies. The event is free to enter and suitable for everyone, offering a range of hand-made products and festive items.
Where: Blantyre | More Info: Wylde Thistle's Winter Artisan Market
Family-friendly shopping with Santa and local performers.
The Crosshouse Children's Fund Christmas Fair at The Park Hotel in Kilmarnock offers a family-friendly day out with over 50 stalls selling unique gifts, homeware, clothing, jewellery, and sweet treats. Local performers entertain with Christmas favourites, and children can visit Santa, post letters to the North Pole, and meet Olaf. The event also features friendly alpacas and a fire engine from Kilmarnock Fire Station.
Where: Kilmarnock | More Info: Crosshouse Children's Fund Christmas Fair
Extensive variety of gift stalls and fundraising activities.
The Ayrshire Hospice Winter Fair features over 100 stalls offering a wide range of gift ideas, festive cards, and sweet treats. Enjoy live entertainment, visit Santa, and participate in fundraising activities like the bottle stall and tombola. Admission is £3, with under 5s going free.
Where: Ayr | More Info: Ayrshire Hospice's Winter Fair
Interactive Christmas experience with festive storytelling and themed activities.
Join the residents of Candy Cane Cottage as they bring to life the most iconic Christmas tale. Filled with colourful characters, magic, and adventure, this modern twist on a Christmas Classic will have the whole family chuckling into the New Year. Expect festive storytelling in our Festive Indoor Theatre, a walk around our beautifully themed Christmas Grotto with over 20 scenes, visits to Santa and his Elves, and each child gets to choose a quality gift from Santa’s Workshop.
Where: Motherwell | More Info: Believe In Santa
Interactive circus show with a 10-minute workshop.
Join Santa's Magical Circus at M&D's Scotland's Theme Park for a fully interactive 45-minute Christmas experience. The Evil Snow Queen has cast a spell to rid the world of Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the audience must help save them. The show features wizardly mischief, mayhem, and Christmas magic, including a 10-minute circus workshop where children can learn traditional circus skills like juggling and hula hooping.
Where: Motherwell | More Info: Santa's Magical Circus
Classic Christmas songs performed by West-End Singers.
Christmas Crooners is a romantic Christmas special featuring festive favourites by Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, and Frank Sinatra. The event includes a talented cast of West-End Singers backed by a superb swing band, performing over 30 well-known Christmas hits in a warm and delightful style.
Where: East Kilbride | More Info: Christmas Crooners
Interactive pantomime with a lovable wooden puppet.
Join Pinocchio on a hilarious and entertaining journey as he meets friends and learns what it means to be a real boy. The show features a talented cast, catchy songs, and plenty of audience participation, making it perfect for all ages.
Where: East Kilbride | More Info: Pinocchio
Traditional Scottish Christmas celebration with live music and all-you-can-eat buffet.
Join Functions R Us for an unforgettable Christmas celebration at Cumbernauld New Town Hall. Enjoy a delicious four-course Christmas dinner, two complimentary drinks, and a lively night with a live DJ spinning holiday hits. The event features a variety of festive games and prizes, making it an ideal gathering for work crews, friends, and family.
Where: Cumbernauld | More Info: Functions R Us Christmas Party Nights
Classical music performance with international soloists and festive atmosphere.
André Rieu's Christmas Concert: Gold and Silver features a romantic musical show with his Johann Strauss Orchestra, including special guest artists and beloved Christmas carols.
Where: Airdrie | More Info: André Rieu's Christmas Concert
Heartfelt songs and banter by a renowned Scottish singer-songwriter.
Internationally acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter JJ Gilmour returns to Airdrie Town Hall for his annual festive show, Jinky Bells. The event features heartfelt songs from his lengthy solo career, mixed with his usual banter and a few Christmas-themed songs. It is always a great evening of entertainment, but please note that some content may be of an adult nature.
Where: Airdrie | More Info: JJ Gilmour's Jinky Bells
Live musical accompaniment by Kirkintilloch Brass Band.
Join us for a special screening of the classic animated film "The Snowman" at Lanark Memorial Hall, accompanied by the live music of Kirkintilloch Brass Band. This timeless tale follows a young boy who brings his snowman to life, taking him on a journey to meet Santa Claus.
Where: Lanark | More Info: The Snowman with Kirkintilloch Brass Band
Interactive dark ride through the story of Christmas.
Step into the season at New Lanark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, transformed into a vibrant holiday destination. Enjoy visits with Santa, a lively pantomime of Pinocchio, the Spirit of Christmas Ride, classic Christmas films, and festive inflatables. This event offers a variety of activities for all ages, making it a memorable experience for the whole family.
Where: New Lanark | More Info: Christmas at New Lanark
Traditional Father Christmas experience with small gifts and festive activities.
Father Christmas at Summerlee Museum offers an old-fashioned experience where each child has an individual short session with Father Christmas at his North Pole home, receiving a small gift. Elves help make the visit enjoyable, and two adults can accompany each child free of charge. A free festive activity space is also available.
Where: Coatbridge | More Info: Father Christmas at Summerlee Museum
Tribute performance with a big band twist.
Join Michael Hastie, Scotland's number one Michael Bublé tribute act, and the musicians of Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation Big Band for an evening of festive fun. Immerse yourself in the smooth sounds of Michael Bublé with a seasonal twist, featuring all your big band and Bublé favourites.
Where: Lanark | More Info: Michael Bublé Tribute at Lanark Memorial Hall
Snowball fight with elves and Santa visit.
Join Krazy Congo Soft Play at M&Ds Scotland's Theme Park for an exclusive Christmas Party on December 24th. Enjoy two hours of soft play, a visit from Santa, a snowball fight with the elves, and a Christmas sandwich box with a soft drink. The event also includes Christmas party games and a ride on the beautiful Indoor Carousel. Adults can relax with a cake served with tea or coffee while their little ones play.
Where: Motherwell | More Info: Krazy Congo Soft Play Christmas Party