Ten Things to Do in Ayr and South Scotland This Christmas
Christmas is not far away now, and to get you feeling festive, here are ten of the best things to do in and around Ayr.
1 See a Panto, Ayr
At this time of year, pantomimes will be on at theatres all over Scotland. Just across the River Ayr from Caledonia Vehicle Solutions, The Gaiety Theatre will be performing Aladdin until the 3rd of January.
2 Dance the Night Away at a Christmas Ceilidh, Ayr
On Friday the 14th and Saturday the 15th, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum will be hosting a Ceilidh, with a buffet, so dig out your finest tartan and dancing shoes!
3 Meet Santa, Ayr
Before his busy night, Santa will be visiting Heads of Ayr Farm Park, where you can meet him and a couple of his best reindeer!
4 Get an Adrenaline Rush at the Irn Bru Carnival, Glasgow
From the 20th of December until the 13th of January, Europe’s largest indoor funfair will be open, with new rides and attractions.
5 Watch Your Favourite Christmas Film Under the Stars, Glasgow
Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity are hosting their annual Christmas Drive-In Movies at the city’s Riverside Museum for three days in December. See classics like Miracle on 34th Street, Elf, Home Alone and The Greatest Showman.
6 Go to a Christmas Concert, Glasgow
Make your way to Glasgow’s Royal Concert Hall and enjoy the sounds of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra performing music from Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman, to accompany a live screening.
7 Get in the Spirit at a Christmas Festival, Edinburgh
With ice skating, a fairground, shows and markets, Edinburgh’s Christmas is a six-week festive extravaganza taking place across multiple locations in the heart of the city.
8 24 Days of Advent, Edinburgh
Discover more of Scotland’s capital as Edinburgh opens the doors of its most iconic and unique buildings in a real-life advent calendar!
9 Celebrate Hogmanay in Style, Edinburgh
See in the New Year at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party. Hosted by Johnnie Walker, all the stops are being pulled out for this event!
10 Explore the Christmas Markets, Scotland
Christmas Markets are popping up all over Scotland, including Glasgow, Edinburgh and Ayrshire, offering a special shopping experience with a lively atmosphere.