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Ayr Film Society Logo
Every Thursday from late August
Doors open 6.45pm, screenings at 7.15pm
80 Full Price (Concessions and other season passes available)

Ayr Film Society

Ayr Film Society
Promotional graphic for Narture’s Sketchbook Club on a light cream background with teal and pink accents. Large text reads, “Narture welcomes you to SKETCHBOOK CLUB” and “Make time for you in our cosy creative space.” The Narture logo appears on the lower left, alongside a simple teal line drawing of an open sketchbook. A pink circular badge on the right states, “Open to all art skill levels.” Decorative curved pink lines frame the corners of the design.
Tuesday 15 September 2026
6 - 8pm
10

Narture Sketchbook Club

Narture Sketchbook Club
Promotional graphic for The Gaiety Memory Lane Café showing a soft blue background with white text reading ‘The Gaiety – Memory Lane Café’ and ‘Dementia Friendly Drop‑In Sessions.’ A simple line illustration of a teacup and saucer appears at the centre, creating a calm and welcoming café theme.
Thursday 24 September 2026
2pm to 4pm

Memory Lane Cafe

Memory Lane Cafe
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Weekly on a Tuesday
2pm - 4pm
Free

Sewing Support at Girvan Library

Sewing Support at Girvan Library
Bright sunny day on town square with busy market stalls.
First Saturday of the month
9am - 2pm

Ayrshire Farmers Market

Ayrshire Farmers Market
Coastal Artisans
First Saturday of the month
9.30am - 3.30pm

Coastal Artisans at The Cutty Sark Centre

Coastal Artisans at The Cutty Sark Centre
Promotional graphic for the Halloween Spooktacular Trail at Rozelle House & Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. The design features a dark blue Halloween-themed background with a large full moon, silhouetted bats, bare tree branches, a pumpkin, and spooky figures. In front of the moon, an illustrated rider wearing a blue hat and orange cloak gallops on a white horse. Text reads: “Rozelle House & Robert Burns Birthplace Museum”, “Halloween Spooktacular Trail”, and “10 Oct – 8 Nov”. Logos for National Trust for Scotland, Rozelle House Museum & Galleries, and South Ayrshire Council appear along the bottom.
Saturday 10 October to Sunday 8 November 2026
See listing for opening hours
Free

Halloween Spooktacular Trail

Halloween Spooktacular Trail
Hallowe'en at Rozelle House - The Tam o' Shanter Experience
10 October - 8 November 2026
See listing for times
Free

Halloween at Rozelle: Tam o’ Shanter Experience

Halloween at Rozelle: Tam o’ Shanter Experience
Promotional graphic for adult creative writing workshops. The design features a light blue background with dark burgundy borders and large black text reading: “ADULT CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS.” Below, smaller text reads: “WITH POET & AUTHOR,” followed by the name “SIMON LAMB” in large orange letters inside a burgundy banner. On the right side is a circular headshot of a person outdoors, with greenery and blurred foliage in the background. The overall color palette includes light blue, burgundy, black, and orange.
Wednesday 21 October to Wednesday 9 December 2026
10.15am - 12pm
125

Creative Writing Classes with Simon Lamb at Alloway Library

Creative Writing Classes with Simon Lamb at Alloway Library
An image of Ayr Antique Fair, Dam Park , Ayr
Last Saturday of each month
10am – 4pm
1 Entry (Accompanied under-16s FREE)

Ayr Antique, Vintage & Collectors Fair

Ayr Antique, Vintage & Collectors Fair
An image of Bookbug.
Monday 2 November | Monday 23 November | Monday 30 November 2026
10am - 10.30am
Free

Bookbug at the Cutty Sark Centre

Bookbug at the Cutty Sark Centre
Historic Lewis pipe organ.
2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 November 2026
12 noon
6 admission

The Organist Entertains

The Organist Entertains
40th McKechnie Open Art Exhibition
3 November 2026 - 16 January 2027
See listing for opening times
Free

40th McKechnie Open Art Exhibition

40th McKechnie Open Art Exhibition
A presentation slide displayed on a screen shows a section titled “Highlight Talk.” The slide has a light background and includes a rectangular image on the left side depicting a stylized scene with dark blue tones and small illuminated elements, possibly representing a digital or nighttime environment. To the right of the image, there is a block of placeholder text beginning with “Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet,” arranged in several lines. A person stands to the right of the screen, partially visible, wearing light-colored clothing and appearing to present or point toward the slide. The surrounding setting resembles an indoor presentation or meeting space with neutral-colored walls.
Wednesday 4 November 2026 •
2.30pm | Doors open 2.15pm
Free

Highlight Talk - Catherine Czerkawska on Mental Health in 1800s Scotland

Highlight Talk – Catherine Czerkawska on Mental Health in 1800s Scotland
A group of people walking in the woods.
Wednesday 4 November 2026
11am – 1pm
Free

Health Walk: Dundonald Trails

Health Walk: Dundonald Trails
Beautiful painted mural in a tunnel, with lots of images of Robert Burns and Scotland
Wednesday 4 November 2026
11am – 12 noon
5

Guided Tour of Alloway Railway Tunnel

Guided Tour of Alloway Railway Tunnel
Promotional image for The Rondalla. A group of people stand along a waterfront with a densely built coastal town rising on the hillside behind them. In the centre foreground, a person wearing a dark green sweater stands facing the camera with a whistle or stopwatch hanging around their neck. Surrounding figures hold traditional musical instruments, including bagpipes and a tambourine, suggesting a community folk music ensemble. The harbour and shoreline are visible in the background, with colourful buildings featuring red-tiled roofs stretching across the hillside. The image combines maritime scenery with musical imagery, reflecting the film's themes of community, tradition and renewal.
Thursday 5 November 2026
Doors 6.45 / Screening 7.15pm
6

Ayr Film Society - Rondallas (Band Together)

Ayr Film Society – Rondallas (Band Together)
Promotional banner for a Christmas Market. Large gold 3D text reading “CHRISTMAS MARKET” appears across the top beside a festive snowflake decoration and seasonal greenery. Along the bottom are four photos showcasing market products: colourful sweets and confectionery, handmade wax melts or gift items in a presentation box, red glazed strawberry-topped pastries, and a display of silver jewellery on pink presentation cards. The design uses warm gold and cream tones with a festive holiday theme.
See listing fro dates
10am - 4pm
Free

Ayr Central Christmas Market

Ayr Central Christmas Market
Promotional poster showing a person in an orange athletic shirt and blue shorts standing with arms stretched wide against a colourful sunset sky in shades of pink, purple, and blue. Large text on the left reads “Scottish Tour 2026 TROON,” with smaller text below stating “Fri 6 Nov @ Troon Town Hall.” On the right, a quote reads “One of the discoveries of the evening” alongside a five-star rating and “The Observer.”
Friday 6 November 2026
8.30pm | Doors open at 8pm
27

Karen Dunbar - Aw Roon The Hooses!

Karen Dunbar – Aw Roon The Hooses!
Prestmas 2026
Friday 6 November 2026
5pm - 7.30pm
See description

Ayr Rugby Club Fireworks 2026

Ayr Rugby Club Fireworks 2026
Promotional poster for Logan Paul Murphy's live theatre concert show. The design features monochrome performance photographs of Logan singing and playing guitar and piano, with a large yellow lightning bolt at the centre. Text highlights music by The Beatles and Elton John, along with songs from artists including Billy Joel, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Neil Sedaka and the Bee Gees. The poster promotes a celebration of classic pop and rock music, featuring piano, guitar and live vocals, and includes references to Logan's television appearances on The Piano. A QR code and event branding appear at the bottom of the design.
Friday 6 November 2026
7.30pm | Doors open 6.45pm
21.45

The Beatles And Elton John

The Beatles And Elton John
Promotional poster for Tarbolton Community Development Trust Fireworks Night. The poster features a dark blue night sky filled with colourful fireworks in red, orange, purple and blue. Event details on the left read: “Fireworks Night, Friday 6th November, Event Starts 6.30pm, Fireworks Start 7.30pm.” A yellow corner banner states “FREE.” Additional attractions listed on colourful labels include fairground rides, sweet treats, hot food, sparklers (2 for £1), a beer tent and live music. Logos for Destination South Ayrshire and Funded by UK Government appear at the bottom alongside charity registration information.
Friday 6 November 2026
Opens 6.30pm | Fireworks 7.30pm
Free entry

Tarbolton Community Development Trust Fireworks Night

Tarbolton Community Development Trust Fireworks Night
Promotional graphic for an Allan Gaw crime author event. The cover of Allan Gaw’s novel The Last Gifts to the Dead appears on the left against a dark purple-toned background featuring a city street scene. On the right, large white text reads “ALLAN GAW CRIME AUTHOR EVENT.” Above this, a quote from The Times states, “Essential Reading.” The overall design uses dark purple and black tones, creating a dramatic crime-fiction atmosphere.
Friday 6 November 2026
11am - 12pm
Free

Crime Author Book Talk with Allan Gaw at Carnegie Library

Crime Author Book Talk with Allan Gaw at Carnegie Library
Promotional poster for A Blether O’ Books showing a portrait of author Philip Paris standing outdoors on a rocky coastal landscape, holding an open book and wearing a red jumper and light-coloured cap. Text reads: “A Blether O’ Books, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, 7–8 November 2026” with “Philip Paris” beneath the image. The National Trust for Scotland logo appears in the bottom left, set against a blue illustrated background.
Saturday 7 November 2026
12:30pm - 1:30pm
8.88

A Blether O' Books with Philip Paris

A Blether O’ Books with Philip Paris

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