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Maggies Tour

Fri 21 Aug 7:00 pm Repeating Event Maggies Tour Come and find out what life was like in Kirkcudbright in the 17th Century. 7:00 pm Starts outside Selkirk Arms

Fri 21 Aug20:00Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities(10.4mi)

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Rotary Fun Day

Sat 22 Aug 12:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm Rotary Fun Day 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Moat Brae

Sat 22 Aug13:00Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities(10.4mi)

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Likely freeFestivals & Events

Grand Parade and After Party

Event Details A fantastic, fun free day out for all the family, the grand parade has a fantastic range of entertainment, so whether you fancy getting involved Event Details A fantastic, fun free day out for all the family, the grand parade has a fantastic range of entertainment, so whether you fancy getting involved and entering, or watching whilst waving your flag, it will be a great day out! Come along to the Harbour Square before the parade for our flag making workshops, face painting and kids entertainment. Taking part in the parade we have a fantastic selection of entertainers, Princess and attendants and the Kirkcudbright Pipe Band. If you would like to enter, you can collect an entry form from the Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities Charity Shop and the Visitor Information Centre. This year the fun doesn’t end after the parade, as we’ll have an evening packed with entertainment including kids rides and entertainment, music and food & drink, so stick around for a family fun evening. more Time 22/08/2026 2:15 pm Location Various Locations in Town

Sat 22 Aug15:15Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities(10.4mi)

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Food & Drink

Ladies Afternoon Tea

Come along for a ladies afternoon. Afternoon tea will be served with light and alcoholic refreshments. More information coming soon.

Sun 23 Aug15:00Barbour Memorial Hall(13.1mi)

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Pool open again 11am Friday 24th August

The problem has been fixed and we’re open as usual. Apologies again for any inconvenience caused.

Mon 24 AugKirkcudbright Swimming Pool(10.7mi)

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Soup & Natter

Come along to Hutton Hall for a natter with friends and some delicious soup or a slice of indulgent cake or just a cuppa. Organised and managed by Cloverglen. Every Monday except the 3rd Monday of the month. 12 to 1 pm.

Mon 24 Aug13:00Hutton Hall Community Centre(14.3mi)

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Around £7

FitSteps Dumfries

FitSteps Dumfries returns to Barbour Memorial Hall on Monday 8th December: 7.15-8pm, then every Monday. A great opportunity to come along and try some fun exercise. You can be sure of a friendly welcome! £7 per session

Mon 24 Aug20:15Barbour Memorial Hall(13.1mi)

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2026-08-26 10:00 - Pause for Prayer

Time: Wednesday, 26 August 2026 at 10:00Details: Hosted by Denis and Judy, do come and join us when you can in praying for the life of our church and the world.Location: Denis & Judy Samway's

Wed 26 Aug11:00Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church(10.5mi)

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CCA Community Meeting - August 2026

Everyone welcome. Come along and have your say! Community Police D and G Council (incl Resilience Planning and Roads) NatureScot WWT Historic Environment Scotland Caerlaverock Estate Caerlaverock School Barbour Hall Allotments Nith Inshore Rescue Caerlaverock Kirk Hutton Hall Junior Football Canine Rescue Centre Note we alternate locations between Barbour Memorial Hall, Glencaple and Hutton Hall, Bankend. See the Event Venue for details. Agenda TBA.

Wed 26 Aug20:30Hutton Hall Community Centre(14.3mi)

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2026-08-27 11:00 - Churches Together in Prayer

Time: Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 11:00Details: This is a Churches Together in Kirkcudbright initiative to gather and pray for the peace of the world, as well as any other concerns that are on our hearts, followed by coffee together in one of the local cafes.Location: Greyfriars ChurchPostcode: DG6 4HZ

Thu 27 Aug12:00Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church(10.5mi)

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2026-08-27 14:00 - Craft Cafe

Time: Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 14:00Details: We meet from 2-4pm on the fourth Thursday of each month in Greyfriars House. All are welcome, there is no charge.Location: Greyfriars HousePostcode: DG6 4HZ

Thu 27 Aug15:00Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church(10.5mi)

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Likely freeArts & Culture

Craft Cafe

Thu 27 Aug15:00Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church(10.5mi)

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Scottish Night

Event Details Held in the Harbour Square, a natural arena in the middle of town, the night features a mixture of traditional Scottish Pipe music from our Event Details Held in the Harbour Square, a natural arena in the middle of town, the night features a mixture of traditional Scottish Pipe music from our award winning Kirkcudbright and District Pipe Band supported by the Stewartry Area Wind Band and Galloway Pipers, Scottish Country Dancers, Highland Dancers and other traditional entertainment including the World Famous UNBEATEN Kirkcudbright Tug o’ War Team. The night starts at 19:00 with a special guest act who will add colour to our event and entertain the crowds to a variety of different cultural experiences. more Time 27/08/2026 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Location Harbour Square

Thu 27 Aug20:00Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities(10.4mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Bible Study

Time: Friday, 28 August 2026 at 10:30Details: A friendly and ecumenical study group for those who would like to deepen their knowledge of scripture. / Location: Greyfriars HousePostcode: DG6 4HZ

Fri 28 Aug11:30Greyfriars Scottish Episcopal Church(10.5mi)

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