of events, taking place across our venues between November and December with Christmas movies, pantomime, musical events, festive workshops and more!
Inspired
The Art Department, 10-2 Causeyside Street, Paisley
02 October 2024 to 16 November 2024
Outspoken Arts in partnership with OneRen. Supported by Future Paisley, funded by Renfrewshire Council.
The exhibition will feature over 300 works based on the themes of Nature, Play, Paisley, Portrait, Climate, Drawing and the work of celebrated local artist, John Byrne.
The Art Department is open Tues - Sat, 10am to 4pm.
Dark Sky Evenings at Clyde Muirshiel
Clyde Muirshiel Visitor Centre, Lochwinnoch
28th October 2024, 7:30pm
Take a closer look at Renfrewshire’s stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights.
Led by John Pressly – Science Curator at One Ren’s Paisley Museum – and Clyde Muirshiel’s Countryside Rangers.Planned is an in depth look at the planet Saturn, which will be visible in the night’s sky and if not, an indoor lecture where John will take questions from the audience.
Further evenings are planned for November at Lochwinnoch’s Castle Semple Visitor Centre focussing on the Moon and December again at Muirshiel Visitor Centre to investigate deep sky objects. These will be live to book after the previous evening has taken place.
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G4 at Christmas
Paisley Town Hall
14 November 2024, 7:30pm
Get ready for a spectacular Christmas celebration with G4.
Escape into their world of mesmerising harmonies, beautifully-blended voices and impeccable showmanship within an idyllic festive setting. Jon, Jai, Mike & Duncan are delighted to bring their hotly-anticipated, 20th Anniversary ‘G4 CHRISTMAS’ tour across the UK.
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Aladdin
Paisley Arts Centre
27 Nov 2024 - 05 Jan 2025
Sponsored by Future Paisley
Join Chris Alexander and Alan Orr this Christmas for PACE Theatre Company’s 35th annual panto, Aladdin; a re-imagining of the classic tale, with a distinctly Scottish flavour.
With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young people – this is one night out that no-one will want to miss!
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Mother Goose
Johnstone Town Hall
30 November 2024 - 7 December 2024, 7:30pm
Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group are proud to present their latest
pantomime Mother Goose. Written once again by the talented Roy McGregor, the Panto follows the story of Mother Goose. This Panto is filled with lots of humour, upbeat musical numbers and colourful dances.
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A World Beyond Waste - Embrace the Season of Sustainability!
Paisley Central Library
5 December 2024, 12pm (noon)
Nature doesn't waste a thing – so why should we? Join RenCAN’s Svenja Meyerricks for an inspiring talk on how to simplify the festive season by embracing a waste-free, circular economy. Afterwards, get creative with Lucy Cunningham in a hands-on seasonal wreath-making workshop, using beautiful natural and upcycled materials.
Festive Ceilidh
Paisley Town Hall
7 December 2024, 8 - 10:30pm
Join us for a later edition of the much-loved festive ceilidh with Clamjamfrie.
Throughout the course of their exciting journey as a group, the members of Clamjamfrie have won over the hearts of ceilidh dancers across Scotland, this talented Ceilidh Band has earned the admiration and affection of their fans.
Get your dancing shoes on and join us for a fun evening of dancing and music.
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Festive Family Ceilidh
Paisley Town Hall
7 December 2024, 4.30 - 6.30pm
The much-loved festive family ceilidh returns to Paisley Town Hall once again with Clamjamfrie.
Throughout the course of their exciting journey as a group, the members of Clamjamfrie have won over the hearts of ceilidh dancers across Scotland, this talented Ceilidh Band has earned the admiration and affection of their fans.
Get your dancing shoes on and join us for a fun evening of dancing and music with the family.
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Buddy Holly & the Cricketers
Paisley Town Hall
8 December 2024, 2:30pm
Buddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies!
Holly’s hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all wrapped up in a fast, furious and funny feast of entertainment to make the perfect gift for all the family.
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Festive Tea Dances
Johnstone Town Hall
9 December 2024, 1 - 3pm
Back by popular demand, OneRen and Johnstone Town Hall will be hosting Mr John Findlay for a festive tea dances.
Expect a mix of ballroom, Latin, popular sequence and line dancing with an element of old time. There is something to suit everyone.
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Die Hard (15)
Paisley Town Hall
20 December 2024, 7:15pm
Running time: 2hr 11mins
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The Muppets Christmas Carol (U)
Paisley Town Hall
20th December 2024, 5pm
Running time: 1hr 25mins
The fabulous Muppets band together to teach Scrooge (Michael Caine) the meaning of Christmas in this charming adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale.
(VIP Ticket available)
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Elf (PG)
Paisley Town Hall
21 December 2024, 6pm
Running Time: 1hr 30 mins
One Christmas Eve, it became clear that Buddy would never truly fit into the elf world. So Buddy decided to set off for New York City, in search of his roots and his real father.
(VIP Ticket available)
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Polar Express (PG)
Paisley Town Hall
21 December 2024, 3:30pm
Running Time: 1hr 39 mins
Get up, get on, and get ready for the ride of your life! It's Christmas Eve, and you're on The Polar Express! Tom Hanks stars in and Robert Zemeckis directs this instant holiday classic.
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The McDougalls: Fairytale Christmas Show
Johnstone Town Hall
21 December 2024, 1pm
Running Time: 1hr
The Fairy’s magic wand has gone missing - so there can be no happily ever afters in time for Christmas! Help The McDougalls untangle the stories through music and laughter. From the classic adventure of Little Red Riding Hood to the tale of the Three Little Pigs, they need YOUR help to fix the magic and to make sure everyone can have a Happy Christmas!
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Arthur Christmas (U)
Paisley Town Hall
22 December 2024, 3:30pm
Running Time: 1hr 37 mins
The 3D, CG-animated family comedy Arthur Christmas, at last reveals the incredible, never-before seen answer to every child's question: 'So how does Santa deliver all those presents in one night?'.
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It's a Wonderful Life (U)
Paisley Town Hall
22 December 2024, 6pm
Run Time: 2hr 10mins
George Bailey (James Stewart), is beset with many personal problems before an angel intercedes and shows him what his hometown would be like without him.
(VIP Ticket available)
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A Nightmare Before Christmas (PG)
Paisley Town Hall
23 December 2024, 3:30pm
Run Time: 1hr 16mins
Jack Skellington, king of Halloweentown, discovers Christmas Town, but doesn't quite understand the concept.
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Love Actually (15)
Paisley Town Hall
23 December 2024, 6pm
Run Time: 2hr 9mins
The characters are falling in love, falling out of love, some are with the right people, some are with the wrong people. The movie is filmed in London, during Christmas and the characters all end up at Heathrow airport on a very uplifting note.
(VIP Ticket available)
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Library Events
We have a range of festive events and activities for all ages across our network of libraries.
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The Gruffalo
Paisley Town Hall
Sat 28: 1.30pm & 4.30pm
Sun 29 - Tue 31: 10.30am & 1pm
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. BSL Signed/Audio Described/Relaxed performance options and Touch Tours are available.
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Festive Films VIP ticket
Access the exclusive loggia bar where you can purchase cocktails and food whilst enjoying the stunning views of Paisley Abbey before settling into your premium reserved balcony seat for a truly unforgettable film experience.
Take a look at our VIP menus for our festive films.
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