What to do in Kilmarnock

Between Sunday, September 13, 2026 and Thursday, November 12, 2026

100 local events, concerts, festivals and things to do in and around Kilmarnock, United Kingdom.

RECKLESS - ROCK COVERS

Oct 3 RECKLESS MANY, many, many moons ago when we started this adventure a BLAME CULTURE came to play at the Dread 2009-2012 Fast Forward a wee bit more RECKLESS hit the stage 2013 and 2014 but for some reason as have seen on too many occassions in last couple of decades, not as many as hoped came to see them which was a shame as we knew they were very good. Fast forward again over a DECADE and we welcome back the new look (more grey) RECKLESS to the Dread. Over the years Reckless has developed into one of Scotland's quality five piece rock cover bands. We're based in and covering Central and Southern Scotland. SO now's your chance to see them again back at the Dread. YOU in ?? Tickets just £4 in advance - please grab one as it helps more than you think - we know your coming - we get 50% of the booking fee as direct support from universe - you guarantee a spot. Nightclub action to 3am after the show wraps up where you can stay and enjoy Scotland's Longest Running Rock club for a wee bit longer. DOORS 7PM - APPROX STAGE TIMES 8.30 - 11pm IMPORTANT INFO NO ONE EVER READS. Please Have your QR code ready to scan in when you arrive. If you have a group please try to have everyone checkin at the same time rather than dribs and drabs. This Event is 18+ Only due to our licencing set up also being a nightclub. There is No refund options for any tickets purchased in advance for any changes in your circumstances in the lead up to this or any show unless the show is postponed or cancelled. You are free to try and sell on your ticket and there is a facility in your Universe ticket account to rename the tickets as required. If the show is cancelled we refund the full ticket values AND booking fee so you are never out of pocket.

THIS RETRO FUTURE and support

Oct 9THIS RETRO FUTURE Are a newly founded West of Scotland rock band formed at the end of 2025. Made up of Sean McBain on rhythm guitar and vocals, Robbie Dunlop on lead guitar, Ruben Hernando on bass, and Ania Pieczara on drums, the band brings together a wealth of individual experience from years spent writing, recording, performing, and living inside music. The sound is straight-up rock: heavy guitars, big solos driven bass, powerful drums, hooky choruses, and songs built to be played loud in real rooms, in front of real people. Though new on the scene as a band, THIS RETRO FUTURE are not starting from scratch. The musicianship is sharp, the songs are ready, and the intent is simple: play anywhere, play everywhere, and build something from the ground up. The band have a first single release coming soon, and are hard at work moving through the early band milestones: rehearsing, recording, releasing and gigging and there is no better place to gig than the DREAD. CHECK THEM OUT AT https://thisretrofuture.bandzoogle.com/ SUPPORT TO BE CONFIRMED SOON DOORS 7PM - APPROX STAGE TIMES 8.00 - 11pm IMPORTANT INFO NO ONE EVER READS. Please Have your QR code ready to scan in when you arrive. If you have a group please try to have everyone checkin at the same time rather than dribs and drabs. This Event is 18+ Only due to our licencing set up also being a nightclub. There is No refund options for any tickets purchased in advance for any changes in your circumstances in the lead up to this or any show unless the show is postponed or cancelled. You are free to try and sell on your ticket and there is a facility in your Universe ticket account to rename the tickets as required. If the show is cancelled we refund the full ticket values AND booking fee so you are never out of pocket.

13 SCREAM - THE UNDERNEATH - FUZ CALDRIN

Oct 3013 SCREAM Having been a time served member of the independent music scene, 13SCRƐAM is the brainchild of James McCulloch and, is the band he has always wanted to be in. British Rock with a visceral, aggressive, raw punk perspective, standing on the shoulders of giants, we are screaming our influence from artists such as Therapy, Kerbdog, The Wildhearts, Danko Jones, and, from the new era of Alt Rock, The Empty Page and DR DR. In Tarot, the number 13 represents Death. After a long and arduous journey to mental health, McCulloch’s recent diagnosis of complex ADHD has brought enlightenment and change 13SCRƐAM is his way of marking his own, metaphorical death, and a subsequent cathartic, reimagining of self, now he finally knows who he really is. It’s an honour to bring this vision to life, this feels exciting, because it feels right. Bringing a ton of charisma, talent, and prowess to 13SCRƐAM, Adam Bam Bam McNaughton also brings with him a touch, of the Avant Garde. Having spent many years looking for a band that allows him the freedom to create, explore and express himself as a drummer, musician and performer. Within 13SCRƐAM Bam Bam has finally found common ground and a bond rooted in music and lived experience. One that encourages his artistic embellishment and enables him to flourish. SUPPORT FROM THE UNDERNEATH & FUZ CALDRIN ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR THE ORIGINAL 7 AUGUST SHOW REMAIN VALID FOR THIS REVISED DATE. DOORS 7PM - APPROX STAGE TIMES 8.00 - 11pm IMPORTANT INFO NO ONE EVER READS. Please Have your QR code ready to scan in when you arrive. If you have a group please try to have everyone checkin at the same time rather than dribs and drabs. This Event is 18+ Only due to our licencing set up also being a nightclub. There is No refund options for any tickets purchased in advance for any changes in your circumstances in the lead up to this or any show unless the show is postponed or cancelled. You are free to try and sell on your ticket and there is a facility in your Universe ticket account to rename the tickets as required. If the show is cancelled we refund the full ticket values AND booking fee so you are never out of pocket.

Nurse Georgie Carroll: Infectious

Hocus Pocus Outdoor Cinema Spooktacular at Callendar House in Falkirk

Oct 10A fantastic Halloween Outdoor Cinema Experience at Callendar House in Falkirk with a screening of the Disney classic HOCUS POCUS!

Glasgow Americana: An Evening with Darden Smith

Oct 4All age matinee, under 18's with an adult Doors 2pm, 2.30m start Darden Smith is an Austin, Texas-based songwriter / musician / artist / educator whose almost forty-year career continues to evolve and change with time. Since getting his start in 1986, he has released seventeen critically acclaimed albums and toured extensively in both the US and Europe. His latest work, Western Skies (2022), is a sprawling multimedia collection comprising two albums (music and spoken word); a book of photography, lyrics and essays; videos; drawings, a suite of lithographs and a one-man theater show. Among his other diverse projects, Smith has composed a symphony, scored three full-length dance theater works, produced a documentary for BBC2 Radio and written music for film and TV. His visual art is in both private and corporate collections as well as the Library of Congress. He is the co-founder and former creative director of SongwritingWith:Soldiers, an organization that brings collaborative songwriting to veterans and their families. The Habit of Noticing: Using Creativity to Make a Life (and a Living), a collection of his writings, photos and drawings, was published in 2018. Smith is the 2024-2025 Songwriter Emeritus at the University of Texas at Austin.

Thomas Green - Brainstorm

Coatbridge HUB Drop in

Oct 5Relaxed Drop in session for anyone to pop along to for a brew, a blether, to meet others or simply ask a question.

Avatar - The Last Airbender - Film With Live Orchestra

Psychic Sally - Stranraer

Oct 7The nation’s favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and old around the world for over 12 years. Her show will have you on the edge of your seat, as she continues to bring mediumship into the 21st century. Whether you know her from her hit TV series, through

Bringing Music Back To Ayrshire

Oct 8Bringing Ayrshire based bands back to their hometown to play just for you!Music Genres : Rock, Indie, Metal

Sep 18Come along and join Karen for her 2026 tour!!

Legally Blonde Jr

Sep 17https://www.beaconartscentre.co.uk/events/legally-blonde-the-musical-jr

Club Alba Business Coffee Morning

Oct 10Launching Alba 2030, explore the integration of Gaelic Games and how EDI will shape an inclusive, connected future for the GAA in Scotland.

Pain Free Performance Workshop (Park Farm)

Oct 10This workshop will cover how injuries happen, a full body mobility assessment as well as strength assessments key to functional training

Joshua Burnside

Professor Brian Cox: Emergence World Tour

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical

Ricky Warwick & the Fighting Hearts

Holistic & Wellbeing Fair - Dunblane

Nov 1Join us for a beautiful day dedicated to wellbeing, healing and community. Step into a sanctuary of calm, connection and holistic discovery as you explore a wonderful selection of local therapists, holistic practitioners, wellbeing businesses and artisan makers. Whether you’re looking to relax, di

Elle Rose Pumpkin Workshop

Oct 15Craft your own flower-arranged pumpkin to take home! All supplies included for the perfect autumnal activity.

ELVANA: ELVIS FRONTED NIRVANA - EDINBURGH - CORN EXCHANGE

Nov 7ELVANA - THE WORLD'S FINEST ELVIS FRONTED TRIBUTE TO NIRVANA! From somewhere deep in the bowels of Disgraceland, the King of Rock & Roll steps out of the afterlife, plugs in, and takes the mic for the band that changed the ’90s forever. Elvis fronts Nirvana. No compromise. Just pure, electrified chaos. Blending the swagger of rockabilly with the raw punch of grunge, Elvana rips through Nirvana’s catalogue while smashing it together with the finest moments of Elvis Presley’s legacy. Expect overdriven riffs, hip-shaking grooves, loud guitars, louder screams, and the kind of mash-ups that feel wrong until they feel absolutely perfect. It smells like cheeseburgers and teen spirit, daddy-o. Described as “Bafflingly Brilliant” by The Guardian, “Absolutely f**king epic” by NME, and “The only band worth getting excited about this year” by Vice, Elvana have built a reputation as one of the wildest live experiences on the planet. Even Billy Idol joked that if Elvis were still around, he’d probably be covering Nirvana anyway. Two icons. One stage. Zero rules. If you haven’t seen Elvana yet, you’re missing out.If you have, you already know… and you’re probably checking tour dates right now. Stupid and contagious. In the absolute best way. 🎸🔥👑 Age Restrictions: 8+ Only, Under 14s accompanied by an adult = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = 🎸 ELVANA VIP MEET & GREET – START TIME 5PM 🎤 Elvana and The King are beyond thrilled to announce that, for the first time EVER, we’ll be offering exclusive VIP Meet & Greet experiences at selected dates. VIPs will enjoy: 👑 Early access to the venue and merch stand — skip the queues and soak up the atmosphere before anyone else! 🖊 A limited-edition, signed screen print poster — exclusive to VIP ticket holders. 🎟 An official VIP lanyard — a true collector’s item to commemorate the night. 💬 Meet, chat, and grab a photo with the band! 🛍 Merch signing session — bring your Elvana treasures and make them unforgettable. 🎫General Admission ticket to the show (with a bundle ticket). VIP passes are extremely limited, and once they’re gone — they’re gone! To secure your place: 🎫 Simply purchase a VIP pass in addition to your standard show ticket, and you’ll have just granted yourself an audience with The King (and the band!)! Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to hang out with rock royalty. Grab your VIP passes now and make your Elvana night truly legendary! Please note: *** Meet & Greet will take place approximately 1 hour before general door time. *** Ticket holder will need own camera/phone for photo opportunity. *** Refunds cannot be issued if you miss the VIP timeslot

Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

Joe Wells: Daddy Autism

Nov 2MVT presents Mae Stephens Sneaky Pete’s, Edinburgh

W3L Wrestling Showdown - Leith

Oct 17 The World Wide Wrestling League returns with live action featuring top wrestling stars from around the world. Great fun for all the family. Matches to be filmed for popular youtube series W3L Wrestling Showdown - airing weekly at www.W3LNetwork.com

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical

The Legends Vegas: After Hours

Trainspotting The Musical

Will Lawrence & James Felice

Sep 14Over 14s only. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 8 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 8 will be cancelled.

Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

Mark Thomas: 40 In Stand-Up Years

Sep 23Doors: 19:00

Kane Brown - Crowd Work King

Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds

Trainspotting The Musical

Between The Covers Live - Celebrating Agatha Christie

Oct 17Starsailor With Strings Playing multi-platinum album, Love Is Here, in its entirety with string ensemble, arranged & conducted by Joe Duddell.

Foy Vance: the Wake World Tour

Oct 17£1 per ticket goes to International Justice Mission:

Trainspotting The Musical

An Afternoon of Indie EDINBURGH - Indie for the over 30s, 2:30pm-6:30pm

Oct 24The UK's biggest indie party in 17 cities and counting, is returning to Edinburgh for another Afternoon of Indie at La Belle Old School Indie - The indie night for the over 30s are once again joining forces with Feeling Gloomy & Age Against The Machine to bring you a special 2:30pm-6:30pm Afternoon of Indie. Feeling Gloomy & Old School Indie DJs will be playing a mix of indie classics from across the decades so whether you were an 70s punk, 80s new waver, 90s britpopper or early 00s poser they'll be something for everyone. The party will finish at 6:30pm so you can head downstairs to the pub to continue your night our or you could just go home and watch some Saturday night TV with a take away There is a strict policy of no under 30s, so please bring your ID as you will be asked to show it upon entry What to expect: The best in indie from: Bowie, Pulp, Clash, Jam, Cure, Joy Division, Stone Roses, Smiths, New Order, Strokes, Supergrass, Kinks, Franz Ferdinand, Nirvana, Ash, Rolling Stones, Who, Primal Scream, Killers, Sultans of Ping, Buzzcocks, Ramones, Specials, Blondie, Hole, Madness, La's, Weezer, Cardigans, Housemartins, Coral, Undertones, Inspiral Carpets, Bloc Party, Beatles, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Radiohead, Suede, Echo and The Bunnymen, Pixies plus the odd bit of rock n roll, soul, northern soul and ska!

St. Paul and the Broken Bones

Jonathan Pie: The End Of The World According To Jonathan Pie

Kevin Bridges Edinburgh Tickets

Sep 22Kevin Bridges 20:00 at Edinburgh Playhouse

Crown Ballet Presents Swan lake

Sep 26Featuring the sensational Havana Blonde, performing iconic hits from legendary artists including Cher, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Kylie Minogue, Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Tina Turner, Diana Ross & The Supremes, and many more. Keeping the party atmosphere alive througho

Enjoy The Silence UK + Synthedelica

Sep 18Enjoy The Silence UK - A Tribute to Depeche Mode are heading to Scotland for the 5th year in a row and they will be supported once again by Synthedelica. Don't miss them when they play PJ Molloys Dunfermline on Friday the 18th of September! Enjoy The Silence UK - A Tribute to Depeche Mode have established themselves as one of the UK's premier tributes. They bring to life the thrilling live experience of classic 80s/90s era and present day Depeche Mode using authentic sounds and a set which includes all of their iconic hits including “Just Can't Get Enough”, “Personal Jesus”, “Behind The Wheel”, “People Are People” and many more. Support band Synthedelica are a tribute to the best of British Synth-Pop, focussing on music from artists that include The Human League, Joy Division, Soft Cell, Heaven 17, OMD, Thompson Twins and New Order.

THE ROD STEWART SONGBOOK

Oct 30The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Sir Rod Stewart, featuring the sensational Pete McCall. ⭐️ Rod Stewart’s sister, Mary Cady, said to Pete “you were excellent”. ⭐️ The Hull Daily Mail wrote, “Pete McCall is the next best thing to seeing Rod himsel

Helensburgh & Lomond liveArgyll Active Schools Football Camp

Oct 12Helensburgh Football Camp (P1-P7) 12th -16th October - extension of Summer of Sport 2026

Country Legends Tribute with Havana Blonde

Oct 31Join us for our amazing Country Legends Tribute with Havana Blonde on Saturday 31st October 🎶 Enjoy an indulgent evening of eating, drinking and dancing with this fantastic package which includes the following: - 3 Course Meal - Live Entertainment from Havana Blonde - Devotion DJ 🎟️ Tickets are £

Trainspotting The Musical

Trainspotting The Musical

Alba Judo Veterans Open 2026

Sep 26https://www.britishjudo.org.uk/event/l3-alba-judo-veterans-open/

Sep 18Leith FAB Cricket Club runs a CASH ONLY BAR and we ask all attendees to be aware of this before arriving.

Susan Calman: Tall Tales

Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

The BEAT Featuring Ranking Jnr

Oct 24The Beat featuring Ranking Rodger (son of original member Ranking Roger)Their music fuses Latin, ska, pop, soul, reggae and punk rock.ArtistsThe Beat featuring Ranking Jnr

Paisley Campus Autumn Open Day, Oct 2026

Oct 17Join us at our Paisley Campus Autumn Undergraduate Open Day to find out more about studying at UWS.

PINK by Pretty As Pink Tribute Band

Sep 19UK's No1 Tribute Band to Pink Pretty As Pink is a premier UK-based P!nk tribute band featuring vocalist Lorraine Colville, delivering a high-energy, live 2.5-hour show spanning 20 years of hits. Known for filling large venues and theaters, the act features a full live band, dancers, and a state-of-t

JJ Gilmour at The Bungalow

Oct 11We are absolutely delighted to welcome JJ Gilmour back to Paisley for a special evening show at The Bungalow on Sunday 11th October 2026. A naturally gifted musician, songwriter and singer, JJ first made his recording debut back in 1989 with The Silencers, one of Scotland’s most loved bands, on lead

Polish Boxing Night // Slavic Legacy

Nov 7After conquering Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh, in April 2026, it’s time to return to the venue where it all began — Paisley Lagoon Leisure Centre. We are proud to welcome you to another unforgettable Polish Boxing Night on 7th November 2026! This marks the first anniversary of our federation

Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley - Thursday 24th September 2026

Sep 24Step into the ethereal world of Hounds Of Love - The Kate Bush Celebration, a tribute that faithfully recreates the artistry, passion, and magic of one of music’s most iconic and enigmatic performers, Kate Bush. This stunning production brings to life Kate Bush’s groundbreaking 1979 Tour of Life, a

Ben Portsmouth: This Is Elvis

Dunfermline Military Tattoo

Sep 26The hottest ticket in Fife is on sale NOW! The City of Dunfermline Military Tattoo 2026. Only 300 public tickets available. History in the making

White Feather Charitable Aid Ball

Oct 31Get ready for a night of fun and giving back at the White Feather Charitable Aid Ball!

VOLBEATEN The UK Tribute to VOLBEAT head to Glasgow's Classic Grand

Oct 2We're bringing our VOLBEATen show to Scotland! Our first time over the border, so dont miss this opportunity. Get your tickets early and let's make this one to remember.

One Night In A Disco: Graveyard Groovin' @The Salmon Leap, East Kilbride

Oct 31Rising from the dead for a delightfully devilish Halloween Party for the ages, it's time for One Night In A Disco! Get the costumes ready!

Copacabana Magic: the Barry Manilow Show

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Dinosaur World Live!

Artie's Singing Kettle: Halloween

The Skids / Theatre Of Hate

Nov 7Dunfermline Legends The Skids are embarking on a massive UK tour with good mates Theatre Of Hate. One of only two Scottish stops will be in their home town at The Glen Pavilion, Dunfermline.

MacFloyd – Between The Heavens

Sep 26Scotland’s Pink Floyd Join MacFloyd for an unforgettable journey through the timeless music of Pink Floyd, spanning five decades of classic songs live! The evening promises over two hours of great music, lights and an experience to remember.

Psychic Floor Show Cumbernauld

Oct 2🌟 **Unlock the Mysteries of The Spirit World with Award-Winning Medium, Angel Anne!** 🌟 book tickets www.angelannemedium.com Angel Anne is known as Scotland’s Angel of the North , her abilities passed down the generations on her mother’s side, she is a renowned medium & Author from Glasgow He

Kiss or Diss – Meet Me at Boots Corner

Oct 2Boots Corner, 1975. Where Glasgow’s young lovers would meet for a date. Go tae ra’ dancin’ or be sitting in the back row of the movies on a Saturday night. Hoping for some romance and maybe a chance at a band of gold from beaverbrooks. Join our lovelorn dreamers, Linda, Una and Viv, as they take y

Haunted Object - An art night with a twist BYOB

Oct 24BYOB Haunted object Art night! Choose an old object, pick a random theme from the gumball machine & create a creepy Posca masterpiece

SHY FX, Oppidan, Mungo's Hi Fi, 4am Kru, Badger, Saint Ludo, Mrs Magoo in Gorebridge

Oct 3🎤 Catch Badger Live at Vogrie Country Park on Saturday, October 3, 2026! 🎤 Ready to experience the night of your life? Badger is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like These Words, Body Type and Kisses (feat. bbyclose) - Badger Remix to Vogrie Country Park on Saturday, October 3, 202

OBESERE LIVE IN EDINBURGH- #FUJIPENDENCE

Oct 4🇳🇬 OBESERE LIVE IN EDINBURGH- #FUJIPENDENCE 🎉🔥 Get ready for an unforgettable celebration as the King of Fuji, Obesere, storms Edinburgh for the biggest Naija Independence Party of the year! 🇳🇬🎶 Expect electrifying live Fuji music, non-stop entertainment, delicious food, premium drinks, and an atmos