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Tri-Series Event
Barshaw Park
Fri 2 Apr 2027
Scotland, Scotland
Things to Do in Paisley
The latest events, gigs, theatre, comedy and family days out in Paisley — updated daily from venues across the city.
About events in Paisley
Paisley has a busier events calendar than its size suggests. Alongside the venues that programme year-round — theatres, town halls, community centres, pubs with a back room and a PA — there is a steady rhythm of seasonal markets, charity fundraisers, sports fixtures and family days out that rarely make it into national listings. This page pulls together everything we currently hold for Paisley so you can see it in one place.
Listings below are refreshed daily from venue websites and ticketing feeds, so they reflect what is genuinely on sale rather than an out-of-date printed programme. Where a venue publishes ticket links, those go straight through to the box office. Where an event is free or drop-in, it still appears here so you can plan around it.
If you are travelling to Paisley for something specific, it is worth checking nearby towns too — much of Scotland is within easy driving or rail distance, and a quiet weekend locally often coincides with a festival one town over. Use the links further down this page to hop across the region.
Upcoming events in Paisley
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Open Event (Provisional)
Barshaw Park
Fri 30 Apr 2027
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Strathclyde 70 Open Event
Barshaw Park
Fri 14 May 2027
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International One Metre Demonstration for public to try sailing
Barshaw Park
Fri 28 May 2027
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RC Laser Scottish Open Championship
Barshaw Park
Sat 29 May 2027
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Barshaw Gala - Demonstration (Provisional)
Barshaw Park
Fri 25 Jun 2027
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Barshaw Park
Fri 2 Jul 2027
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All Tri-Series Event
Barshaw Park
Fri 2 Jul 2027
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1895 Trophy
Barshaw Park
Fri 23 Jul 2027
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International; One Metre 1895 Trophy
Barshaw Park
Fri 23 Jul 2027
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National TT
Barshaw Park
Sat 21 Aug 2027
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International One Metre National TT
Barshaw Park
Sat 21 Aug 2027
Things to do in Paisley
Live music and gigs in Paisley
Local pubs, clubs and halls in Paisley host regular live music — everything from traditional Scottish sessions and folk nights to tribute acts and touring bands. Smaller rooms often announce late, so it pays to check the listings on this page in the same week you plan to go out.
Theatre, comedy and spoken word
Community theatre groups, touring productions and stand-up nights are a staple of the Paisley calendar. Town-centre venues typically programme a mix of drama, pantomime around Christmas, and comedy try-out nights that are cheap and genuinely good.
Family days out near Paisley
School-holiday workshops, soft-play sessions, Easter egg trails, farm and heritage attractions and seasonal fairs all show up here. Family events fill quickly during Scottish school holidays, so book ahead where a ticket link is provided.
Markets, fairs and food events
Farmers' markets, craft fairs, food-and-drink festivals and charity fundraisers run throughout the year in and around Paisley, and many are free to enter. They are the easiest way to spend an afternoon locally without planning much in advance.
Paisley events by month
- JanuaryBurns Night suppers
Burns Night events run in pubs, hotels and community halls around Paisley on and near 25 January.
- AprilEaster trails and spring fairs
Egg hunts, farm events and spring markets appear across Scotland during the Easter school holidays.
- JuneGala days and highland games
Summer gala weeks, agricultural shows and highland games start up across Scotland.
- AugustFestival season
Scotland's busiest month for events — expect touring shows and outdoor programming near Paisley.
- OctoberHalloween and half-term
Spooky trails, lantern walks and October-week family activities around Paisley.
- DecemberChristmas lights and pantomime
Light switch-ons, festive markets and pantomime season in Paisley and nearby towns.
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Paisley events FAQ
What events are on in Paisley this weekend?
The listings on this page show everything we currently hold for Paisley, ordered by date, so the next few entries are this weekend's events. Listings refresh daily.
Are there free events in Paisley?
Yes — markets, community fairs, library and museum activities and many outdoor events are free. Browse all Scotland listings and filter by category to find them.
How do I buy tickets for Paisley events?
Where a venue publishes a ticket link we pass it straight through to their box office, so you always buy from the official seller rather than a resale site.
What else is on near Paisley?
Scotland has plenty within a short drive. Use the region and city links at the bottom of this page to see what is happening nearby on the same dates.