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5 - 6 September 2025
Free

International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

Ayr
A collage of postcards from South Ayrshire. Heading in blue font reads 'Wish You Were Here'
22 February - 18 May 2025
See listing for opening times
Free

Wish You Were Here: Postcards from South Ayrshire

Ayr
A graphic image of bunting and a Spitfire aeroplane with text that says 'Spot the Aircraft'.
Tuesday, 6 May - Saturday, 10 May
See description
Free

Spot the Aircraft at Carnegie Library

Ayr
Colorful promotional poster for the "Award Winning Communities Fun Day" organized by South Ayrshire Council. The event is scheduled for Saturday, 17th May 2025, at Ayr Academy / Riverside Sports Arena, Ayr. The poster includes cheerful cartoon illustrations of families, children playing with a kite, and banners that say “SAVE THE DATE” and “FREE EVENT.” At the bottom, it says, "Watch this space for more information coming soon!" The South Ayrshire Council logo is at the top left corner.
Saturday 17 May 2025
11am - 4pm
Free

Communities Fun Day 2025

Ayr
The image is a diptych, combining two distinct visuals related to gardening. On the left, a close-up photograph shows a person's hands carefully planting a small seedling with vibrant green leaves into dark, rich soil. The person is using a small hand trowel to create a hole. The background is a blurred expanse of lush green foliage, suggesting a natural outdoor setting. The focus is sharply on the hands and the delicate seedling, emphasizing the act of nurturing new growth. The person's clothing suggests they are likely an adult. On the right is a graphic poster with a bright yellow background. The title "UNEARTHED" is prominently displayed in large, textured black letters with splatters and distressed edges, giving it an organic and slightly rugged feel. Below it, in a smaller, cleaner black font, reads "The Power of Gardening". To the right of "UNEARTHED", the letters "ED" are stacked vertically in a similar textured black font. In the bottom right corner, a small hand fork garden tool is shown stuck in dark soil, with a few small green sprouts emerging. The British Library logo in red and white is located in the upper right corner, and the Living Knowledge Network logo is in the upper left. The overall effect of the diptych is to connect the practical, hands-on act of gardening with a broader theme or event, likely related to the "UNEARTHED: The Power of Gardening" initiative by the British Library and the Living Knowledge Network.
10 May - 30 August 2025
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Free

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Exhibition

Ayr
A promotional graphic for an event titled 'LegendAYRy: The Myths and Facts of the Accused of South Ayrshire'. The image features historic-style green artwork showing a devil-like figure, a scribe, and a line of accused individuals, with a stormy sea and ships in the background. Logos for OSCR, Remembering the Accused Witches of Scotland, and SCVO are displayed at the top.
Monday, 2 June 2025
3pm - 5pm
Free

LegendAYRy: The Myths and Facts of the Accused of South Ayrshire at Forehill Library

Girvan
A promotional banner for the book 'El Adios' by local author Tanya Howard. The background is pink with yellow paint splatters. On the left side, there is an image of the book cover featuring a colorful abstract design with the title 'El Adios' and the author's name, Tanya Howard. On the right side, a black-and-white image shows a couple dancing tango. The text on the banner reads: 'New novel El Adios by local author Tanya Howard. Argentina is healing post-dictatorship. Rose, a journalist and grief-stricken mother, seeks revenge for the loss of her son. TANGO EXHIBITION AND BOOK EXCERPTS SESSION.
Saturday 19 July 2025
2pm
Free

Tango Exhibition and Book Excerpt Session at Girvan Library

Ayr
A promotional image for Ayr Comic Con by BGCP, featuring a cartoon-style superhero character in red and purple costume. The event runs from Saturday 12th to Sunday 13th July across three venues: Ayr Town Hall, Cutty-Sark Centre, and The Grain Exchange. It highlights free entry and activities for all ages, including artists, toys, merchandise, cards & crafts, character meet & greets, movie & TV props, and a superhero inflatable. Bold red and white text is set against a blue comic-style background.
Saturday 12 July - Sunday 13 July 2025
Free entry

Ayr Comic Con

Ayr
An artists image of a palamino horse.
8 - 10 July 2025
12.30pm - 4pm
Free entry

Artist in Residence - Patricia Candlish

Girvan
Illustrated black-and-white image depicting a coastal smuggling scene from the past, with horses, riders, and figures gathered near the shore. In the background are hills, a body of water with sailing boats, and a dramatic cloudy sky with light streaming through. Overlaid text reads: "Carrick's Smuggling History – 'Tam o’ Shanter The Smuggler' by Frances Wilkins – AUTHOR TALK".
Saturday 9 August 2025
11am
Free

Author Event with Frances Wilkins: Tam o' Shanter the Smuggler

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