What's on in North Ayrshire

Local events are largely organised by voluntary management committees. Please check organisers websites for updates. More events may be added throughout the year.

If you are planning your own event or would like to find out how to, you can learn more on the Council’s event and planning support page.

Find information on more things to do such as activity programmes, concerts and exhibitions by following our venues and teams on social media.

Upcoming events

• Stevenston Christmas light switch-on

  November 28, 2025

  16:00

  Stevenston Cross, Stevenston

  Visit Stevenston Christmas light switch-on website

  

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  Annual festive procession and Christmas light switch-on for Stevenston with music, food and fun.

• Scottish Maritime Museum Christmas market weekend

  November 28 - November 30, 2025

  16:00

  Scottish Maritime Museum and Harbourside, Irvine

  Visit Scottish Maritime Museum Christmas market weekend website

  

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  One of the festive fairs on the West of Scotland - a fantastic weekend at the Scottish Maritime Museum with a Christmas Market showcasing local creators, family activities and more. 

• Torch and tinsel parade

  November 28, 2025

  18:00

  Main street, Dalry

  Visit Torch and tinsel parade website

  

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  The annual festive light switch-on event in Dalry with a torch and tinsel parade, Santa's grotto and more.

• Kilwinning Christmas gala

  November 29, 2025

  12:00

  Main Street, Kilwinning

  Visit Kilwinning Christmas gala website

  

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  The annual Christmas light switch-on in Kilwinning featuring children's rides, market stalls and Santa's grotto.

• Light up oor toon Kilbirnie

  November 29, 2025

  17:00

  Kilbirnie Cross , Kilbirnie

  Visit Light up oor toon Kilbirnie website

  

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  Annual festive celebration and Christmas light switch-on in Kilbirnie.