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Southside Film Festival

A super-local festival that brings an eclectic programme of films and workshops to 'pop up' cinemas in various Southside venues (cafes, pubs, clubs, schools, libraries, parks, even a boat shed). Film choices are often site specific or engage audiences by producing an event around the film.

Southside, Glasgow

Sun 19 May

Times vary / £5–£6

Scotland's Nature Festival

For ten days in May, the natural beauty of Scotland is highlighted as communities all over the country hold events that celebrate the plethora of lochs, forests, coastline, valleys and mountains we call home. Ranger-led walks, nature photography workshops and storytelling in the forest are just some of the events on the…

Various venues, Scotland

Sun 19 May

Times & prices vary

Mon 20 May

Times & prices vary

Tue 21 May

Times & prices vary

…and 5 more dates until 26 May

Meadows Festival

Edinburgh's festival season kicks off with the Meadows Festival, which offers the best local bands, dance groups, quirky performers and workshops amidst lots of family-friendly activities.

The Meadows, Edinburgh

Sat 1 Jun

Times vary / Free

Sun 2 Jun

Times vary / Free

Art Flea

An artist-run flea market organised by Jo Fry and Julie Howe, featuring performances, films, installations, workshops, storytelling and food.

Brunel Goods Shed, Stroud

Sun 19 May

Free / 01453 751440

10:00 – 16:00

Beautiful Books

Make books inspired by the medical collections of Surgeons' Hall over four weeks, with guidance from artist Susie Wilson. Ages 16+.

Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh

Sun 19 May

£5 per class; £15 for all four (£3 per class; £9 for all four) / 0131 527 1649

13:00 – 15:00

Mon 20 May

£5 per class; £15 for all four (£3 per class; £9 for all four) / 0131 527 1649

13:00 – 15:00

Tue 21 May

£5 per class; £15 for all four (£3 per class; £9 for all four) / 0131 527 1649

13:00 – 15:00

…and 4 more dates until 25 May back to top

West End Festival

Taking over the West End of Glasgow each year, the festival treats the ears to a great musical line-up, tantalises all the senses with a carnival and delves into the creative depths of local studios and exhibitions with the Hidden Lane Festival.

West End, Glasgow

Fri 31 May

Times & prices vary

Sat 1 Jun

Times & prices vary

Sun 2 Jun

Times & prices vary

…and 28 more dates until 30 Jun

Belly Dance Classes

Weekly Egyptian-style belly dance classes covering technique, combinations and choreography.

Nur, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

£5 / 07852 768043

11:30 – 12:30

Sat 1 Jun

£5 / 07852 768043

11:30 – 12:30

Sat 8 Jun

£5 / 07852 768043

11:30 – 12:30

…and 16 more dates until 28 Sep

Attitude Dance: Workshop

Learn a variety of styles, including hip hop, street, Reggae, African Caribbean, contemporary, jazz and salsa.

Peepul Centre, Leicester

Tue 21 May

£3.50 / 0116 261 6000

19:00 – 21:00

Tue 28 May

£3.50 / 0116 261 6000

19:00 – 21:00

Tue 4 Jun

£3.50 / 0116 261 6000

19:00 – 21:00

…and 8 more dates until 30 Jul

Ceilidh Beginners (course)

A chance to learn those traditional Scottish partner dances and join in the ceilidh. A great way to have fun, meet new people and experience an integral part of Scottish culture. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable shoes. Booking is essential.

Dance Base, Edinburgh

Thu 23 May

£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

19:30 – 20:30

Thu 30 May

£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

19:30 – 20:30

Thu 6 Jun

£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

19:30 – 20:30

…and 3 more dates until 27 Jun

Ceilidh Dancing (for dancers with additional support needs)

Ceilidh dancing is possibly the most social of all dances. Dance with your partner, dance with others in a group and join in the party! The pace of this class will be led by the dancers with live accordion accompaniment. Prepare for a lot of fun and a lot of laughs. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable…

Dance Base, Edinburgh

Fri 24 May

£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525

11:00 – 12:00

Fri 31 May

£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525

11:00 – 12:00

Fri 7 Jun

£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525

11:00 – 12:00

…and 3 more dates until 28 Jun back to top

Ceilidh Improvers/Intermediate (course)

Beginning with a warm-up in the latter half of the beginners class. For those already familiar with the traditional dances and who are ready to try out the less well-known ones. Prepare for a reel mix, all in an authentic ceilidh style. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable shoes. Booking is essential.

Dance Base, Edinburgh

Thu 23 May

£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

20:30 – 21:30

Thu 30 May

£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

20:30 – 21:30

Thu 6 Jun

£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

20:30 – 21:30

…and 3 more dates until 27 Jun

Japanese Pattern Cutting and Sewing Techniques

A step by step guide to Japanese pattern cutting, making a garment of your choice.

City Centre, Edinburgh

Mon 20 May

Prices to be confirmed

18:00 – 21:00

Tue 21 May

Prices to be confirmed

18:00 – 21:00

Wed 22 May

Prices to be confirmed

18:00 – 21:00

…and 189 more dates until 28 Dec

Kelburn Garden Party

Kelburn Castle provides the fairytale setting for this eccentric music festival. The graffiti project for which Kelburn is known is just one of the items of hand-made décor, art and lighting that make the event a feast for all the senses. Four stages and various pop-up nooks host the musical programme – an eclectic mix of…

Kelburn Castle and Country Centre, Largs

Sat 6 Jul

Times vary / £69 ; under 13s free / 01475 568 204

This year's line-up is headed by Mr Scruff and the Trojan Soundsystem and also features Hidden Orchestra, Conquering Animal Sound, Second Hand Marching Band, Hector Bizerk, Tinderbox Orchestra and many more.

Sun 7 Jul

Times vary / £69 ; under 13s free / 01475 568 204

Pilates & Yoga Mix

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Bolton Arena

Mon 20 May

£5 / 01204 488100

18:30 – 19:30

Mon 27 May

£5 / 01204 488100

18:30 – 19:30

Mon 3 Jun

£5 / 01204 488100

18:30 – 19:30

…and 8 more dates until 29 Jul

Acrylic Painting Course with Iain Connell

Learn a variety of new acrylic painting techniques from artist Iain Connell and experiment with a variety of styles, surfaces and textures. By the end of the course, you'll have completed four new paintings. Materials list provided upon registration. To enroll complete the online registration form at 42southart.co.uk.

Pollokshields Burgh Hall, Glasgow

Wed 22 May

£70 for six weeks / 07786 330 317

19:00 – 21:00

Wed 29 May

£70 for six weeks / 07786 330 317

19:00 – 21:00

Wed 5 Jun

£70 for six weeks / 07786 330 317

19:00 – 21:00

Wed 12 Jun

£70 for six weeks / 07786 330 317

19:00 – 21:00

Burns an' a' That! Festival

A whole festival dedicated to Scotland’s internationally acclaimed poet Robert Burns. To celebrate the 2013 Year of Natural Scotland, the festival heads outdoors to Belleisle Park for a programme of live music, and visual and performing arts.

Belleisle Park, Ayr

Fri 24 May

Times & prices vary / 01292 616143

12:00 – 17:30

Sat 25 May

Times & prices vary / 01292 616143

Sun 26 May

Times & prices vary / 01292 616143

…and 14 more dates until 30 Aug

Alice in Barrlands Summer Panto

Get a unique peak behind the scenes at this five day musical theatre course. Ages 8–16. Performance on 2 Aug at 3pm.

King's Theatre, Glasgow

Mon 29 Jul

£130 for five days / 0844 871 7648

10:00 – 16:00

Tue 30 Jul

£130 for five days / 0844 871 7648

10:00 – 16:00

Wed 31 Jul

£130 for five days / 0844 871 7648

10:00 – 16:00

…and 2 more dates until 2 Aug

Baby Sensory (Under 13 Months)

Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch

Thu 6 Jun

£5 / 01708 443333

11:00 – 12:00

Thu 11 Jul

£5 / 01708 443333

11:00 – 12:00

Thu 5 Sep

£5 / 01708 443333

11:00 – 12:00

Disco Inferno

It’s official - Disco is not Dead! It’s time to get the boogie boots on and prepare for a full term of 70s Disco fever. Enter this BoogieWonderland with a priceless soundtrack of disco classics. Strut this way and learn everything from the Hustle to the Bus-Stop…and then some! Wear comfortable…

Dance Base, Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

£68 for the full course (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

13:00 – 14:00

Sat 1 Jun

£68 for the full course (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

13:00 – 14:00

Sat 8 Jun

£68 for the full course (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525

13:00 – 14:00

…and 2 more dates until 22 Jun

Drama: Workshop (Ages 7-18)

Montgomery Theatre, Sheffield

Wed 22 May

Phone for prices / 0114 276 7093

16:30 – 18:30

Wed 29 May

Phone for prices / 0114 276 7093

16:30 – 18:30

Wed 5 Jun

Phone for prices / 0114 276 7093

16:30 – 18:30

…and 3 more dates until 26 Jun back to top

Portrait Painting Course with Iain Connell

Learn how to paint a portrait from a live model after learning oil painting tips and tricks from tutor Iain Connell. Price includes a vegetarian lunch and painting surface.

Albert Drive Studios, Glasgow

Sun 19 May

£50 / 07786 330317

11:00 – 16:00

Saturday and Sunday SYT

Drama workshops for ages 11–14 teaching improvisation, character acting, voice and movement while working in groups to create a short piece of theatre together.

Edinburgh Festival Theatre

Sun 19 May

£110 for full term / 0131 529 6000

12:15 – 14:15

Sat 25 May

£110 for full term / 0131 529 6000

12:15 – 14:15

Sun 26 May

£110 for full term / 0131 529 6000

12:15 – 14:15

…and 10 more dates until 30 Jun

Scottish Youth Theatre, Glasgow

Sun 19 May

£110 for full term / 0141 552 3988

14:00 – 16:00

Sat 25 May

£110 for full term / 0141 552 3988

13:15 – 15:45

Sun 26 May

£110 for full term / 0141 552 3988

14:00 – 16:00

…and 10 more dates until 30 Jun

UnstFest

Britain's most northerly festival on Britain's most northerly island is a family-friendly affair with fiddle workshops, go kart races, film screenings and live music worth travelling for.