Posts Tagged ‘Entertainment’
The Scottish theatre that’s staging its own comeback
Abandoned theatres tug at our emotions. As glories of a past age, they’re up there with steam locomotives and gramophones, yet there’s an inherent sadness when places created for entertainment close. Perhaps they fall into disuse because the fun and laughter have gone? That was how Aberdeen’s Tivoli Theatre was left in 1999, when the…
Read MoreHave you taken part in a Rock Trust Sleep Out?
Edinburgh-based youth homelessness charity the Rock Trust is looking for people who have supported it in the past. Having celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2016, this year marks 25 years since the charity held its first Sleep Out in Edinburgh: that is 25 years of the Edinburgh community supporting the charity in its work to…
Read MoreEnjoy the Taste but remove the Waste of Grampian
Aberdeenshire Council is aiming to help tackle the Waste of Grampian at this year’s Taste of Grampian food and drink festival. Now in its 19th year, the established event, which takes place on the first Saturday of June each year, has seen a significant increase in exhibitors and visitors, including a growing offering of evening entertainment…
Read MoreThe countdown to Cowal gathering is underway
The countdown has finally begun for this year’s Cowal Highland Gathering. With just four months to go until thousands of competitors and spectators descend on Dunoon, organisers have launched a new video showcasing the event’s fierce competition, music and entertainment. Due to take place from 23-25 August, preparation for the Cowal Highland Gathering is well…
Read MoreAirshow confirms some real high flyers are coming
The famous Red Arrows are heading for Scottish skies this summer for Scotland’s national airshow. It will take place on Saturday, 28 July, from 10am-5pm at the National Museum of Flight, in East Fortune, East Lothian. The RAF Red Arrows display team will top the bill with a high-octane performance on Saturday 28 July. Tickets…
Read MoreFalkirk Wheel ready for trans-Atlantic challenge
One of Scotland’s most iconic tourist attractions is to take part in a cross-Atlantic battle. The Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift is embarking upon a challenge to see how many canoes and kayaks it can hold at one time as part of a revolutionary festival on May 13. The Wheel has been…
Read More20,000 fans will head to the Highlands for race
The Fort William round of the Mercedes-Benz UCI Downhill World Cup is set to return to its spiritual home at the Nevis Range next month. The world’s favourite mountain bike event will be back in the Scottish Highlands, when more than 20,000 fans will flock to the iconic Aonach Mor mountain for a weekend of…
Read MoreGig in the Goil music festival returns to Argyll
Gig in the Goil is set to return in 2018 for its third outing – and it will be bigger and better than ever before. The brainchild of award-winning holiday park operator Argyll Holidays, the boutique festival will showcase the very best of Scottish musical talent over three days (11 to 13 May) for what…
Read MoreScottish runners can show their mettle at Ironkids
Scottish youngsters are being encouraged to take part in a series of three fun and family-focused running events. The organisers of Ironman 70.3 Edinburgh, Scotland’s biggest triathlon staged in the capital and outlying regions on Sunday, 1 July, has launched Ironkids Scotland, for young people aged three to 14. The events form an exciting addition…
Read MoreThe race is on to find the Twelve Days of Christmas totem poles
Twelve unique and striking totem pole sculptures have been placed across Aberdeen city centre – and the hunt is on to find them. Created by local chainsaw carver, Gary Shand, the carvings depict the popular carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas. First launched Christmas 2016, the trail is a popular challenge for all ages. Aberdeen…
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