November 2026 Calendar - Events for SW Scotland
Activities in & around Dalbeattie, Colvend, Dumfries
November time in Barend and surrounding areas.
Enjoy time at Barend. There are lots of activities for all the family to enjoy locally.
Fancy a wood-fired pizza?
The highly popular Pizza Wagon visits Dalbeattie every Thursday and Colvend every Friday. So if you don't want to cook at home, check the Pizza Wagon's Facebook page here for up-to-date information and put your order in two days ahead.
Dalbeattie Woods
Find all the information you need about walks and activities in Dalbeattie Woods and nearby venues on Scotland's Forestry and Land website. Parking requires the Ringo app for its £1 fee. If you're a pole walker, there's a pole walk round the woods every Wednesday at 6pm. Call 07773 670552 for more information.
The Birchvale Theatre, Dalbeattie
The Birchvale is a small community theatre with a varied programme of drama, film and entertainment. So, if a night out at the theatre or cinema tickles your fancy, you can find more information here.
Dalbeattie Makers Market
Takes place between 10am and 2pm on the first Saturday of every month. More information here.
Colvend Produce & Makers market on the fourth Saturday of every month.
Colvend Produce and Makers Market
Held on the fourth Saturday of every month, this market is held between 10am and 2pm. Check it out on Facebook.
The Robert Burns Cinema Film Theatre Dumfries
This unique small cinema in Dumfries offers an eclectic choice of films and link-ups to Royal Ballet and Royal Opera House events, amongst others. See what's on here.
Music events at The Cairndale Hotel in Dumfries
Tribute bands throughout the month at Dumfries' top hotel which has a varied programme of musical events this December and every month. An up-to-date timetable can be viewed here. www.cairndalehotel.co.uk
Escape Room at Bainloch Deer Park www.bainlochdeerpark.co.uk
The escape room is an ideal indoor activity to do as a couple, a groups of friends or family team (up to 6 players)
There is some more information on the website. To book in call 07900 278559 or 07768 900641
Sun 1 November @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dumfries Railway Station, Station Road, Dumfries
A collection of artisan food and drink producers in one place on the first Sunday of every month
Sun 1 November @ 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Steamboat Inn, Carsethorn, Dumfries
Beach bonfire & fire works
Fri 6, 14 & 20 November @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick, Dumfries and Galloway
BOOKING ESSENTIAL (limited spaces). Feast your eyes on badgers, as they snuffle around for a snack in our garden. These creatures are living on the reserve and often leave tracks.
Fri 6 November @ 7:30 pm
Theatre Royal, Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Scottish singer, songwriter, and accordionist Calum McPhail is making waves with his vibrant fusion of traditional Scottish folk and Irish music. An exciting new presence on the Celtic live music
Tue 10 November @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Walk: Winter Delights at Logan
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Join us for the final guided walk of the 2025 season before the Garden closes for winter. Ask those key questions regarding your own winter garden. Members free. Non-members £3
Wed 11 November @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Steamboat Inn, Carsethorn, Dumfries
CURRY & QUIZ NIGHT IS BACK! It’s that time of year again… like every other year. Our well attended and popular Curry & Quiz Nights are returning.
Thu 12 November @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Come along to this festive session and make a seasonal wreath. Materials provided. Booking required. Email aramsay@rbge.org.uk £30 per person
Fri 13 November @ 7:00 pm
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
For more than 20 years, Skerryvore have been captivating audiences with their unique blend of traditional Scottish music and contemporary rock. Formed on the Isle of Tiree, the multi-award-winning eight-piece
Sat 14 November @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Elvis Tribute and Legends of Las Vegas show
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries and Galloway
Elvis cabaret show. Steve Storm brings Las Vegas to the Cairndale. Performing hits from the Rat Pack, Neil Diamond and many more legends.
Sat 14 November @ 7:30 pm
10CCLO: The Greatest Hits of 10cc and ELO.
Theatre Royal Dumfries, Shakespeare Street, Dumfries
Remember these timeless classics? Dreadlock Holiday, Mr Blue Sky, I’m Mandy Fly Me, Evil Woman, The Things We Do for Love, Wild West Hero, Life is a Minestrone, Living Thing, Art.
Sat 14 November @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Kirkbean Village Hall, Kirkbean, Dumfries and Galloway
First Ever - Silent Disco in Kirkbean Village Hall BYOB Free Entry Raffle Saturday 14th November from 730pm
Sun 15 November @ 2:30 pm
Absolute Classics Series: Huw Wiggin, saxophone & Noriko Ogawa, piano
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
Programme:Piazzolla, Fugata & OblivionRachmaninoff, VocaliseBrahms Intermezzo in A Major Op 118, No. 2 (piano solo)Brahms Sonata in E Flat MajorIntervalGershwin, Summertime & It ain’t necessarily soChopin, Grande Waltz Brillante in.
Sun 15 November @ 7:30 pm
Theatre Royal, Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Johnny Cash Performed by Dave Bogle, engages with the audience, classic songs ‘Folsom Prison Blues’, ‘Ghost Riders in the Sky’ & ‘A Boy named Sue’ and there is plenty more.
Mon 16 November @ 4:00 pm
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
The Dumfries Christmas Fair is being held at the Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries DG1 4TA on Monday, 16th November from 4pm - 7.30pm (entry £7.50 to include a cocktail and nibbles)
Tue 17 November @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
The Dumfries Christmas Fair is being held at the Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries DG1 4TA
Fri 20 November @ 3:00 pm - Sun 22 November @ 10:00 pm
Dumfries Soul & Motown Weekender 2026
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
The Dumfries Soul Weekender returns. Firmly established as a standout event on the Soul calendar and featuring a great line up of over 20 top DJs from various regions.
Fri 20 November @ 7:00 pm
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
The tours will reveal some of the fascinating characters and events associated with The Crichton from its earliest beginnings, including an insight into the life of Elizabeth Crichton.
Sat 21 November @ 7:30 pm
Theatre Royal Dumfries Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Just Beatles – Scotland’s No.1 Beatles Tribute Experience Step back into the golden age of rock ’n’ roll as Just Beatles, Scotland’s top-ranked Beatles tribute band, deliver an unforgettable live.
Sat 21 November @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Live Country Music with Kerry Weir
The Hitching Post, 42 Eastfield Road, Dumfries
We have another fantastic night of live country music lined up with the amazing Kerry Weir Our tickets are: 2 Course dinner and show £25pp. Show only ticket £5p
Tue 24 November @ 7:30 pm
Catstrand, High St, New Galloway, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway
Ryan Young is a Scottish fiddle player working within the traditional music of Scotland. His playing is noted for its distinctive tone and phrasing, with an approach that places melody
Fri 27 & 30 November @ 6:00 pm
Christmas Wreath Making workshops
Easterbrook Bistro, Bankend Road, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Join Thornhill-based florists Blossom + Bloom for an evening of festive crafting, making your very own Christmas wreath in Easterbrook Bistro, Bar & Spa. Ticket price includes all materials
Sat 28 November @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Colvend Produce & Makers Market
Colvend Public Hal,l Colvend, Dumfries and Galloway
The Colvend Produce and Makers market is a small friendly market but still big enough to show off some of the best in local food and crafts.
Sat 28 November @ 10:00 am - Sun 29 November @ 5:00 pm
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright Kirkcudbright
A BIG Kirkcudbright Christmas A number of the groups and businesses in the town, facilitated by the Kirkcudbright Forum, are planning a fantastic Christmas weekend in Kirkcudbright with LOADS to do.
Sat 28 & 29 November @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Wreath Making with Afternoon Tea and Prosecco
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Join us for our Christmas Wreath making workshop with local florist Eden of Dumfries. Led by the team from Eden of Dumfries, you’ll be guided through the step-by-step process.
Sat 28 November @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Tom Jones live. Steve performs Tom Jones live with his powerful energy and voice. All the Tom Jones hits including “Sexbomb”, “What’s new pussycat” etc.
Don't forget to book your stay at Galloway Lodges in Dumfries and Galloway to enjoy south-west Scotland.