What's On in Dumfries & Galloway
Please find below information about what's on and events coming up in Dumfries & Galloway in south west Scotland. Click on a month to get started ...
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21 Nov - 9 Dec
Conversing Building x DGRC - Empower Exhibition
9am - 3pm @ The Stove Cafe, 100 High Street, Dumfries, DG1 2BJ
This exhibition forms part of a global campaign to end gender-based violence, presented in collaboration with Dumfries & Galloway Rape Crisis & Sexual Abuse Support Centre. The 16 Days of Activism will run from 25th November to 10th December. Dumfries & Galloway Rape Crisis launched a competition asking local creatives to submit work inspired by the word EMPOWER to reflect their support model and to send a strong message of strength and survival out to our communities. The work on display is a selection of entries comprising of individual interpretations of empowerment.
Free
Thu 30 Nov
Talk: Are we nearly there yet?
2pm - 3pm @ The Devil's Porridge Museum, Annan Rd, Eastriggs DG12 6TF
Join us for a talk on the story of Scottish milestones! Author Bruce Keith will present his book 'Are we nearly there yet?', it's a story of Scottish milestones- not just distance markers, but early means of measurement, maps and the travellers of the 18th and 19th century whose journals laid the foundation of the Scottish tourist industry. Bruce will also celebrate the 'Top 50 Scots' - the sportsmen and women who have gone the extra mile to set new world records in terms of speed and endurance - so something for everyone!
Learn more and book your place here: https://www.devilsporridge.org.uk/
Thu 30 Nov
DGRC - Evening of Empowerment
7 - 9pm @ The Stove Cafe, 100 High Street, Dumfries, DG1 2BJ
Dumfries and Galloway Rape Crisis hold an exhibition open evening around the theme of empowerment to celebrate and raise awareness of the 16
ays to tackle violence against women. This exhibition forms part of a global campaign to end gender-based violence, presented in collaboration with Dumfries & Galloway Rape Crisis & Sexual Abuse Support Centre. The 16 Days of Activism will run from 25th November to 10th December. Dumfries & Galloway Rape Crisis launched a competition asking local creatives to submit work inspired by the word EMPOWER to reflect their support model and to send a strong message of strength and survival out to our communities.
The work on display is a selection of entries comprising of individual interpretations of empowerment. Free
Fri 8 DEC
Cairn Chorus little gifts of light: festive songs magical and medieval
7.30pm @ Thomas Tosh, Thornhill
Cairn Chorus will welcome and delight you in this year's festive concerts of songs magical and medieval.
Tickets £12 from www.thomastosh.com
Sat 9 Dec
Living in the Moment
10.00am - 12.30pm @ The Bridge, Glasgow Road, Dumfries DG2 9AW
Our life is taking place right now, not in our past and not in our perceived future. And yet, the past and future is where we spend so much of our mental time. On this meditation course, Keslang Chandra will explain Buddha's teachings on subtle impermanence through which we will see that this moment is all there really is. This understanding will allow us to let go of the past, free us from our problems and worries, and give us the flexibility to fully embrace every moment of our lives.
Cost: £15 including refreshments.
Suitable for beginners to meditation and those with experience.
Sat 9 DEC
Cairn Chorus little gifts of light: festive songs magical and medieval
3pm @ Cresset Hall, Loch Arthur, Beeswing
Cairn Chorus will welcome and delight you in this year's festive concerts of songs magical and medieval.
Tickets £8 on the door
Sat 9 DEC
Cairn Chorus little gifts of light: festive songs magical and medieval
7pm @ St Georges Hall, 50 George St, Dumfries DG1 1EJ
Cairn Chorus will welcome and delight you in this year's festive concerts of songs magical and medieval.
Tickets £10 from Midsteeple and on the door - includes refreshments
Sat 9 DEC
Closeburn Castle Ghost Hunt
8PM - 2AM @ Closeburn Castle, Thornhill, DG3 5HH
Join Haunted Rooms at Closeburn Castle for a night of ghost hunting you'll not soon forget!
This castle, dating back to the mid-13th century / early 14th century and nestled within 20 acres of the secluded Scottish countryside, is the oldest tower house in Scotland and one of the oldest continuously inhabited buildings in the country.
A ghost hunt at Closeburn Castle is a ghost hunter's dream. Not only does it have a long list of paranormal goings-on with links to a centuries-old family curse and a mysterious lady in black, but it's also a location with a vast and fascinating history! Ghost hunting here with Haunted Rooms will give you unrivalled access to this amazing building, its most haunted areas, and the dungeons.
Be one of the first people to enjoy a full night of paranormal investigation at this incredibly haunted and historic location!
What's Included: Entire night investigating with the Haunted Rooms team, Group Vigils Lone Vigils Seance Use of Paranormal Equipment Psychic Medium (*We strive to have them at every event, however, availability isn't always guaranteed), Snacks and Hot and Cold Drinks Included.
Tickets: hauntedrooms.co.uk
Sun 10 DEC
Cairn Chorus little gifts of light: festive songs magical and medieval
2pm @ Dunscore Church
Cairn Chorus will welcome and delight you in this year's festive concerts of songs magical and medieval.
Tickets £10 on the door - includes refreshments
Sun 10 DEC
The Dalgarno Singers Christmas Concert
3:30pm @ Maxwelltown West Parish Church DG2 2AH
The Dalgarno Singers Christmas Concerts feature new delights this Christmas, together with old classics, a selection of traditional, Festive Songs, including traditional Carols.
This Concert is a special celebration, because we will see out the Old and bring in the New.
2024 is The Choir's 50th Anniversary and we are planning a Celebratory, Spring Concert!
If you are not able to attend these Concerts, We Wish You a Merry, Peaceful Christmas!
Sun 10 DEC
DGK Live at All Saints
7.30pm @ All Saints Church - Annan - Gretna - DG16 5DH
Manchester-based 17 piece DGKollective are hosting a big band spectacular on the run up to Christmas; featuring guest vocalist, Ariane Mamon. Expect a varied programme including Swing Classics, Latin tinged tunes, Pop and Classic TV/Film. The concert will also feature a licensed bar, local charity, Kate\'s Kitchen with Annan Town band performing carols pre concert.
Tickets are available from eventbrite or via https://www.facebook.com/liveallsaints.
Advance tickets £17.50, £25 on the door. Doors open to the public at 6.30pm; concert starts at 7.30pm.
Thu 14 Dec
Phil Cunningham's Christmas Songbook
7:30pm @ Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries
Phil will be joined on stage by some of the finest musicians on the Scottish folk scene including Eddi Reader, Karen Matheson, John McCusker, Kris Drever, Ian Carr and Kevin McGuire, along with a special guest brass band. The performance will feature modern and traditional Christmas music with outstanding musicianship, as well as heartwarming anecdotes from the group.
Tickets for Phil Cunningham's Christmas Songbook at Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries on Thursday 14th December can be purchased here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/easterbrook-hall/t-pqmpeyo.
Fri 15 Dec Under a Star Filled Night
7pm @ New Galloway Town Hall
SongWave Community Choir presents Under a Star Filled Night - Songs to celebrate the turning of the year, from many cultures and many lands, led by musical director, Kate Howard.
Sat 16 DEC
The Dalgarno Singers Christmas Concert
3:30pm @ Closeburn Parish Church
The Dalgarno Singers Christmas Concerts feature new delights this Christmas, together with old classics, a selection of traditional, Festive Songs, including traditional Carols. This Concert is a special celebration, because we will see out the Old and bring in the New.
2024 is The Choir's 50th Anniversary and we are planning a Celebratory, Spring Concert!
If you are not able to attend these Concerts, We Wish You a Merry, Peaceful Christmas!
Sat 16 Dec Under a Star Filled Night
4pm @ Dalbeattie Parish Church Hall
Come and join SongWave Community Choir as they present Under a Star Filled Night - Songs to celebrate the turning of the year, from many cultures and many lands, led by musical director Kate Howard.
Tickets are available online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/
Sat 16 Dec Step into Christmas with The Tartan Tenor
7.30pm @ Moffat Town Hall, DG10 9HF
Join Scotland's very own The Tartan Tenor for an evening of top class musical entertainment in a fabulously festive concert "Step into Christmas with the Tartan Tenor". Featuring a stunning selection of songs, from Christmas Classics such as White Christmas to Traditional Ballads like Ave Maria and Toe-tapping Jazzier arrangements like Santa Claus is Coming to Town - all laced together with charm, style and sophistication - this show is the perfect way to get yourself into the festive spirit!
Seating will be arranged 'Cabaret Style' with drinks and snacks available for purchase during the performance. Tickets - £15.50
Booking Link - https://buytickets.at/thetartantenorconcert/1007412
Sun 17 Dec Under a Star Filled Night
4pm @ Twynholm Village Hall
SongWave Community Choir presents Under a Star Filled Night- Songs to celebrate the turning of the year, from many cultures and many lands, led by musical director Kate Howard.
Tickets: £10, £5 under 26s - including refreshments, available through the website: www.songwavechoir.org.uk or call 07747 623036
Sat 6 Jan
Cairn Chorus little gifts of light: songs magical and medieval for Twelfth Night
3pm @ Keir Village Hall, Keir, DG3 4DE
Cairn Chorus will celebrate Twelfth Night, with a performance of songs magical and medieval.
Tickets £10 on the door - includes refreshments.
Sat 6 Jan
Cairn Chorus little gifts of light: songs magical and medieval for Twelfth Night
7.30pm @ Glencairn Memorial Institute, Moniaive
Cairn Chorus will celebrate Twelfth Night, with a performance of songs magical and medieval.
Tickets £10 on the door - includes refreshments.
Wed 10 Jan
SCO - Rhythms of Easter Europe
7.30pm @ Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries
Scottish Chamber Orchestra - Jonian Ilias-Kadesha Director/Violin
Fiery rhythms, blazing colours, pungent flavours: if you think European music is all about France, Germany and Italy, travel further east to sample some of the continent's most delectable offerings. Ligeti and Bart drew inspiration from the earthy folk music of Romania and Hungary in their high-energy works, while Skalkottas embedded some of his country's whirling traditional dances in a delirious orchestral showpiece. Even Mozart captured the glittering excitement of Turkish music in his Violin Concerto No. 5, while Ravel's sultry Tzigane offers the epitome of exotic 'gypsy' fiddling. Exuberant Greek-Albanian violinist Jonian Ilias-Kadesha is just the virtuoso to bring this flamboyant music to vibrant life.
£6 - Under 26s / students / Universal Credit concession Under 18s go FREE (under 16s need to be accompanied by paying adult)
Sun 21 Jan
The Dream Wedding Show at Laggan
11:30am - 3:30pm @ GG's Yard, Laggan, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2ES
Plan your wedding at The Dream Wedding Show at Laggan - a stunning, contemporary, rural wedding venue!
This intimate event will feature specialist hand picked suppliers, dreamy catwalk, promotions AND much more!