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Historic Lewis pipe organ.
Ayr

The Organist Entertains

Every Monday, April - November
12 noon
Bright sunny day on town square with busy market stalls.
Ayr

Ayrshire Farmers Market

First Saturday of the month
9am - 2pm
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Ayr

International Ayr Show Festival of Flight

5 - 6 September 2025
Handcrafted characters on a display table
Ayr

Wynn Makers Market

Monthly
10am - 4.30pm
Two girls looking at a rock with a magnifying glass
Girvan

The Curious Club at McKechnie Institute

Open all year
See listing for opening times
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.
Ayr

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Exhibition

Saturday, 10 May - Saturday, 30 August 2025
See description
A room decorating with colourful bunting. Tables set-up for colouring activities for children.
Ayr

Pageant of Ayrshire Family Craft Activities

Now until 31 August 2025
See listing for opening times
An artists image of a palamino horse.
Ayr

Artist in Residence - Patricia Candlish

Tuesday 8 July - Thursday 10 July 2025
12.30pm - 4pm
UnderSky Summer Family Play Events
Ayr

Outdoor Fun with UnderSky

Wednesday 9 July 2025
12 noon - 4pm
UnderSky Summer Family Play Events
Ayr

Outdoor Fun with UnderSky

Wednesday 16 July 2025
12 noon - 4pm
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Family Events

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Film and Theatre

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Food and Drink

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Free Events

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Markets

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Our Venues

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Poetry and Literature

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Robert Burns

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Seasonal Events

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Talks and Workshops

VE Day Celebrations

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Ayr
A person colouring in a sheet. They are wearing a bright yellow jumper and holding a red coloring pencil. The image also shows blue, brown, red, and yellow pencils on the table, along with a coloring sheet.
Weekly on a Thursday
3.30pm - 4.30pm
Free

Kids Drawing Club at Carnegie Library

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.
Saturday, 10 May - Saturday, 30 August 2025
See description
Free

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Exhibition

Ayr
Alt text: Industrial scene inside a large manufacturing facility featuring several massive blue metal stamping presses, each labeled "8000" and "WEILERS & MITCHELL." Workers in protective gear stand at the machines, highlighting the scale of the equipment. The facility has high ceilings and ample lighting, emphasizing its spacious and industrial environment.
20 May - 2 August 2025
Free

Scottish Stampings: A BIG NOISE in Ayr’s Industrial History

Ayr
Colourful stained-glass-style illustration titled 'The Pageant of Ayrshire' with five vertical panels framed in an ornate border of Celtic patterns. Each panel represents a region of Ayrshire, Scotland, with symbolic imagery. From left to right: Panel 1 shows a farmer working in a sunlit field with the caption 'Kyle for a Man'; Panel 2 depicts cows grazing in green pastures with the caption 'Carrick for a Cow'; Panel 3 features a central religious figure in bishop's robes labeled 'The Spirit of Ayrshire'; Panel 4 shows a woman churning milk into dairy products in a brick dairy labeled 'Cunningham for Butter and Cheese'; Panel 5 depicts sheep on rolling hills with the caption 'And Galloway for Oats.' Each panel is set within a pointed gothic window design, and the entire piece is rich with intricate, medieval-style detailing.
31 May – 31 August 2025
See listing for opening hours
Free

The Pageant of Ayrshire

Alloway
Illustrated promotional poster for an orienteering event titled "Oot & Aboot Orienteering" at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway, Ayr. The text is written in a playful, handwritten-style font. The background features stylized trees, a path, and a small blue pond. On the right, an illustrated person holding a map and walking stick is shown walking along the path. At the bottom is the National Trust for Scotland logo.
Friday 4 June - Monday 14 June and Friday 1 August 2025
10.30am and 1pm
6.94

Oot & Aboot: Orienteering

Ayr
A room decorating with colourful bunting. Tables set-up for colouring activities for children.
Now until 31 August 2025
See listing for opening times
Free

Pageant of Ayrshire Family Craft Activities

Ayr
Photographer standing against a sunset ready to take a photograph. Collage of images overlaid on the background.
28 June - 11 July 2025
Various opening times
Free

A Forty Year Journey Through the Lens

Alloway
Illustrated promotional poster for “Oot & Aboot Den Building” at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway, Ayr. The design features warm, earthy tones with a tent, trees, and a child dressed in outdoor clothing sitting on rocks. The event title is in playful, bold lettering, and the National Trust for Scotland logo appears at the bottom. The overall theme suggests a fun, nature-based outdoor activity for children.
Monday 30 June and Friday 18 July - Monday 28 July 2025
10.30am and 1pm
6.78

Oot & Aboot: Den Building

Ayr
Concert scene in a grand venue with dramatic stage lighting, smoke effects, and a cheering crowd. A musician stands on stage with one arm raised, illuminated by curved light structures. Text on the right side reads: 'Kevin Kerr – Artist in Residence' in bold white and yellow fonts on a black background
30 July - 15 August 2025
See post for opening hours
Free

Artist in Residence- Kevin Kerr ‘Resonance’

Maybole
Promotional banner for "Brick Wonderland" at Culzean Castle and Country Park, running from 1st to 31st July 2025. The design features colorful LEGO sculptures of characters from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, including the Mad Hatter, a green caterpillar, the Dodo, and Alice reading a book. The Queen of Hearts' castle is shown in the center with flags and decorations. The background is a vibrant purple with green borders, and the event logo includes a stylized white teacup and LEGO brick.
Tuesday 1 July - Thursday 31 July 2025
10am - 4pm
Free

Brick Wonderland at Culzean Castle and Country Park

Alloway
Illustrated promotional poster for “Crambo-Jingle” at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway, Ayr. The design features a warm peach and orange background with musical notes scattered throughout. Children are shown sitting in groups, listening and engaging, with one adult reading or leading an activity. The National Trust for Scotland logo appears at the bottom. The image suggests a fun, interactive musical or storytelling event for children.
Wednesdays from 2 July – 6 August 2025
10.30am
5.74

Crambo-Jingle: Wee Rhymes For Fun Times!

Ayr
An image of the Auld Kirk, Ayr on a sunny day.
Every Saturday from 5 July - 30 August 2025
10am - 12pm
Free

Auld Kirk of Ayr Open to Visitors

Ayr
A picture of Bounce on the Park inflatables in the park with blue skies.
7 - 13 July 2025
10

Bounce In The Park

Alloway
Illustrated promotional poster for an event titled "Oot & Aboot Pond Dipping" at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway, Ayr. The design features playful, rounded text with a nature-themed background including trees, grass, a pond, and a winding path. On the right, two illustrated children in orange clothing sit near the edge of the pond, appearing to explore or observe nature. At the bottom is the National Trust for Scotland logo.
July 7 - 25 July and Monday 4 August 2025
10.30am & 1pm
6.78

Oot & Aboot: Pond Dipping

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

Artist in Residence - Patricia Candlish

Ayr
A picture of the four cast members of G4. The text G4 is shown in gold font in front of the band.
Thursday 10 & Friday 11 July 2025
7.30pm
27.50 to £32.50

Phantoms of the Popera – Starring G4

Ayr
A circular yellow logo with a black outline contains bold, stylized text that reads: “SHORT ATTENTION SPAN THEATRE.” The word “SPAN” is larger and drawn in a looser, outlined font, contrasting with the solid black letters of the other words. The design has a playful, informal feel, suggesting humor or fast-paced content.
Thursday 10 – Saturday 12 July 2025
12.30pm & 6.30pm
15

Short Attention Span Theatre July 2025 – Gaiety Studio

Alloway
Illustrated promotional poster for an event titled "Oot & Aboot Eco Art" at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway, Ayr. The design features playful, rounded text with a nature-themed background including trees, large green leaves, and a cut tree trunk. On the right side, an illustrated person dressed in autumnal tones sits on a log, sketching or crafting. At the bottom is the National Trust for Scotland logo.
Friday 11 July - Monday 12 July and Friday 8 August 2025
10.30am and 1pm
6.78

Oot & Aboot: Eco Art

Ayr
A picture of the cast of Abba Forever in the Iconic white and gold outfits Abba wore.
Saturday 12 July 2025
7.30pm
29.50 – £36.50

Abba Forever

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
Promotional poster for "GAIETY 2 THEATRE MINIS SUMMER WORKSHOP" on a purple background. The theme for this session is "mermaids & pirates," scheduled for "TUESDAY 14th JULY." The workshop is for children aged 3–6. On the left side, there is a photo of young children wearing orange t-shirts on stage, actively participating with arms raised during a theatre activity.
Monday 14 July 2025
10am - 11.30am
8

Theatre Minis Summer One Day Workshop – Mermaids and Pirates

Ayr
Promotional poster for "GAIETY 2 THEATRE MINIS SUMMER WORKSHOP" on a purple background. The theme for this session is "Comedy ," murder Mystery scheduled for "TUESDAY 14-18th JULY." The workshop is for children aged 7-13 years. On the left side, there is a photo of young children wearing orange t-shirts on stage, actively participating with arms raised during a theatre activity.
Monday 14 July – Friday 18 July 2025
9am - 4pm
99

Summer Theatre Event 6 – Comedy Murder Mystery – Ages 7-13

Ayr
Promotional poster for "GAIETY 2 THEATRE MINIS SUMMER WORKSHOP" on a purple background. The theme for this session is "Safari," scheduled for "Thursday 15th JULY." The workshop is for children aged 3–6. On the left side, there is a photo of young children wearing orange t-shirts on stage, actively participating with arms raised during a theatre activity.
Tuesday 15 July 2025
10am - 11.30am
8

Theatre Minis Summer One Day Workshop – Safari

Ayr
A large shield, helmet and collection of swords sitting on a table.
15 - 25 July 2025 (excluding Sat 19)
See listing for opening times
Free

Skian Mhor Props Swords and Shields

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