September / October 2018

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ADVENTURE COVE AND WILD WOODLANDCulzean CastleDaily 10am-5pm

Climb, swing and explore at Adventure Cove and see the places for real as you journey around Culzean. When you’ve got your breath back test your stamina in Wild Woodland!

ALLOWEEN

Sat 27 Oct, 6.30–8pm (15-min intervals)

Join our ghastly guide as we wander through Alloway and discover tales of hauntings and suspicious deaths.

Tickets are limited – book at nts.org.uk

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

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WELCOME Welcome to the Autumn Edition of What’s On in Ayrshire Magazine, packed full of events for the months of September and October. September brings one of the biggest highlights of the year; The Scottish International Air Show, thousands of people will descend on Ayr’s Low Green to enjoy exciting flying displays, stalls, funfair and lots more. The William Hill Ayr Gold Cup Festival runs from 20th – 22nd September and two annual book festivals return, Tidelines in September and Imprint in October.Also in October it’s Halloween, with some spooky events going on at Heads of Ayr Farm Park, The Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Culzean Castle and Tamfest returns, a unique celebration of Halloween & Heritage.Illuminight is back for 2018, last year the event welcomed nearly 40,000 people to Dean Castle Country Park. This year there will be a new route, new sights and sounds, dazzling effects, more hands-on activities and a bigger range of delicious food & drink.This is only a small selection of What’s On, for more events, places to visit and things to do visit our website www.whatsonayrshire.com

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EXHIBITIONSEvent: MICHAEL MORPURGO: A LIFETIME IN STORIESDate(s): Ongoing - Fri 5th Jan 2019Venue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockMichael Morpurgo is one of Britain’s best loved story makers and the author behind some of the most loved children’s books. For the first time this unique exhibition showcases the notebooks and manuscripts that have become classics including War Horse, Private Peaceful, Kensuke’s Kingdom and Farm Boy. Cost: £5 Adult / £2 U16s www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: AGES OF WONDER: THE ROYAL SCOTTISH ACADEMY LIFE SCHOOLDate(s): Ongoing – Sun 7th OctVenue: Rozelle House Museum & Galleries, AyrThe pinnacle of art study has traditionally been the human figure. The Royal Scottish Academy operated a Life School between 1840 and 1932, and last year staged a contemporary equivalent as part of the major exhibition Ages of Wonder. This exhibition is a diverse mix of prize-winning student work from then and now, including historic collected teaching aids and new work created by contemporary artists including Beth Fisher, George Donald and Christine Borland. Tel: 01292 445446

Event: YEAR OF YOUNG PEOPLE – CREATIVE AWARDS EXHIBITIONDate(s): Thu 25th Oct – Feb 2019Venue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockWhat does it mean to be a young person in 2018? This exhibition showcases the shortlisted works of writing, digital art and filmmaking from the YOYP Creative Awards 2018. Following the theme ‘Generation Z’* the works from young Ayrshire artists aged 7-25 all present something about our current generation of young people and how they perceive and express themselves and the world around them, through a range of artforms. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

ONGOING EVENTSEvent: AYR SUNDAY MARKETDate(s): Every Sunday Except Race Days. From 9.30amVenue: Ayr Racecourse, Whitletts Road, AyrAyr’s biggest Sunday Market with Car boot section. For more details on the market and pitches visit. www.spookerection.com

EVENTSEvent: AYRSHIRE FARMERS MARKETDate(s): Sat 1st Sep: 9am – 1pmVenue: High Street, AyrWhen you buy from a farmers market, you can talk directly to the producer, be sure that the produce is fresh and prepared to the highest standard. You can also be sure that the sum paid is going to the farmer / producer and not to middlemen or on unnecessary packaging. It is important to remember that by using these venues that you are supporting the local economy and sustaining local jobs. facebook.com/ayrshirefarmersmarket

Event: SCOTTISH INTERNATIONAL AIR SHOWDate: Sat 1st & Sun 2nd SepVenue: Ayr Town Centre & Low GreenThe biggest event of the year in Ayrshire, The Scottish International Airshow returns with an action packed 2 days full of fantastic flying displays, music, stalls, funfair, food outlets, beer tent and lots of family fun. For more info visit www.tsia.scot

Event: AYRSHIRE ARTS & CRAFT FAIRDate(s): Sat 1st Sep: 11am - 4:30pmVenue: Troon Concert HallAyrshire’s BIGGEST monthly craft fair. With 40 stalls and thousands of quality hand-crafted items at great prices it’s a fantastic place to buy unique gifts & cards or just to treat yourself! There are lots of new crafters lined up again this year so there is always something new to see and buy. You can enjoy browsing a huge selection of crafts in the warm and dry, no matter what the weather brings. FREE Entry. www.ayrshirecraftfair.co.uk

Event: FUNBOX - ROCKING ALL OVER THE WORLD Date(s): Sat 1st Sep: 1pmVenue: Vikingar, LargsGet ready to strut your funky stuff and turn it up to 11 with Pop Princess Anya, Rock Star Kevin, Punk Rocker Gary and Hip-Hop Bonzo (formerly of The Singing Kettle) as they embark on a musical odyssey around the globe in their brand new show – ROCKING ALL OVER THE WORLD. Join the gang as they travel around the world in 80 minutes creating musical mayhem wherever they go while finding their elusive keys. You’re all invited to join their band for singalong silliness – you might even get to help on stage! Come as a rock star or a pop princess – big people too!!! Barrfields Theatre, Largs Tickets: £12.50/Family saver: £46.00 Available from Vikingar Box Office. Tel: 01465 689 777 Online: www.ticketsource.co.uk

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Event: BYE BYE BABY – A CELEBRATION OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONSDate(s): Sat 1st Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrBye Bye Baby’ are a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’. Tickets: £18.50 - £24.50. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: ALISTAIR MCCULLOCH TRIODate(s): Sat 1st & Sun 2nd Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Mossblown Community Centre (Sat) Lenelfoot Village Hall (Sun)The Alistair McCulloch Trio annual Scottish tour has become a firm fixture on the folk music calendar. Featuring Champion Ayrshire fiddler McCulloch, alongside former Capercaillie whistle wizard Marc Duff, and past Scottish folk musician of the year, Aaron Jones of The Kate Rusby Band. Tickets: £6 - £9. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: THE RISING BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN TRIBUTEDate(s): Sat 1st Sep: 6:30pmVenue: Troon Concert HallBruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band – arguably the greatest live rock ‘n’ roll band ever. The challenge – reproduce the excitement of the E-Street Band live. Talented musicians, seasoned performers and Springsteen fans – The Rising meet that challenge night after night after night! Tickets: £12.50. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: CULZEAN COUNTRY MARKETDate(s): Sun 2nd Sep: 11amVenue: Culzean Castle & Country Park, MaybolePop along to Culzean Country Market in the Home Farm Courtyard to enjoy a selection of fine local Scottish fare and crafts. Local suppliers will be selling a variety of food, crafts, giftware and art. Normal admission rates apply. www.nrs.org.uk

Event: STEAM DAYSDate(s): Sun 2nd Sep: 11am - 4pmVenue: Scottish Industrial Railway CentreEnjoy the thrill of taking a short trip in our brakevan hauled by one of our working steam locomotives along a section of the Dalmellington Iron Company’s main line. Plus view our highly unusual fireless steam locomotive working. View our extensive collection of steam and diesel locomotives and other rolling stock. Visit our museum with railway memorabilia and photographs from a bygone era; view our working model steam railway. Our shop carries a number of items at pocket money prices especially for our younger visitors. Whilst the Cafe serves teas, coffee, soft drinks, sandwiches and confectionery, etc, all day during Steam Days. The site is wheelchair friendly. Free Car Park. Adult £6, Child £4, Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) £16, Age 3 and under Free. www.scottishindustrialrailwaycentre.org.uk

Week Commencing Mon 3rd SeptEvent: 51 SHADES OF MAGGIEDate(s): Tue 4th - 6th Sep: 7:30pm & Fri 7th Sep: 5pm & 8pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrAfter 3 sell-out Scottish tours comes the return of smash hit comedy Fifty One Shades of Maggie starring the original Scottish ‘Maggie’, River City and Gary: Tank Commander star Leah MacRae. This hilarious and naughty play will have you laughing out loud at Maggie’s journey of love, booze and whips! Prepare for the funniest, sexiest (and maybe dirtiest) show you shall see this year. Tickets: £26 - £28. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: MILLPORT COUNTRY & WESTERN FESTIVALDate(s): Fri 7th – Sun 9th SepVenue: Various MillportScotland’s biggest independent country music festival is back for it’s 24th year in 2018, and it’s better than ever! Located within the Garrison House grounds in the heart of the beautiful seaside town of Millport on the Isle of Cumbrae. With four live music stages including Nashfield, a new intimate acoustic / americana venue and a dedicated line-dance venue, over 35 artists from Scotland, across the UK, Ireland and the US, the grand parade, families day and more. www.millportcountrymusic.com

Event: TWILIGHT BAT WALKDate(s): Fri 7th Sep: 7:30pm - 9pmVenue: Craigengillan Estate, DalmellingtonMeet the Countryside Rangers at Dalmellington Community Centre Club for a Bat Walk in Craigengillan Estate. Bat detectors are provided but please bring a torch and wear warm clothing. Booking is essential. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: AYRSHIRE DOORS OPEN DAYDate(s): Sat 8th & Sun 9th SepVenue: Various throughout AyrshireThis is the 29th Annual Doors Open Day with over 70 buildings opening for free, some not normally open to the public. Come and explore some fascinating buildings. Doors Open Day is organised by Kyle and Carrick Civic Society. For more info visit www.doorsopendays.org.uk

Event: ALLOWAY GUID FAYRE MARKETDate(s): Sat 8th Sep: 10am – 3pmVenue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, AllowayJoin us on the second Saturday of each month for the best in artisan Scottish food and crafts. A wide variety of Scottish produce awaits to tempt you at our new market here at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. www.burnsmuseum.org.uk

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Event: GARNOCK VALLEY CARVESDate(s): Sat 8th Sep: 12pm - 4pmVenue: The Manse Field, Glebe Rd, BeithAn exciting new family festival for Ayrshire, featuring 7 world famous chainsaw carvers! Watch this spectacular display of award winning skill, wander around stalls featuring talent from across Ayrshire, take part in arts and craft workshops and activities, sample the food stalls and listen to live music. There is something for everyone at this unique event set in the picturesque town of Beith. Save the date now! Tickets: Family of 4: £10. Adults: £4. Under 16s: £2. Tel: 01505 506194

Event: GENESIS VISIBLE TOUCH TRIBUTE BANDDate(s): Sat 8th Sep: 7:30pm (Doors open 7pm)Venue: The Quay Zone, Knockcushan Street, GirvanFor all you Genesis & Phil Collins fans we are pleased to announce Genesis Visible Touch coming to The Quay Zone with an Acoustic Set. You can see more about the band at www.genesisvisibletouch.com. Tickets £15. Age 18+ only. Bar available on the night. Tel: 01465 915200. www.thequayzone.co.uk

Event: SCOTT WATSON & FRIENDSDate(s): Sat 8th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre, KilmarnockVariety at its best. After selling out the Gaiety Theatre, Ayr, in his first one man Variety Show, Scott is heading to the other side of Ayrshire to present a BRAND NEW SHOW!! For tickets visit www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: HELEN MILNE PRODUCTIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH MULL THEATRE PRESENTS: ISLANDERDate(s): Sat 8th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineBlending dramatic action, epic storytelling and a cappella song, the performers live-record and layer their voices with looping technology to create a feast for the ears and imagination. Tickets: £12/£8 conc. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: THE COUNTERFEIT 70’SDate(s): Sat 8th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrHaving toured extensively with ‘The Counterfeit Sixties’ show, they now bring you their unique Seventies show, from a decade of glam rock, through to new wave music, and everything in between! Tickets: £16.50 - £23.50. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: BALLANTRAE FARMERS’ MARKETSDate(s): Sun 9th Sep: 11am to 3pmVenue: Craigiemains Home and Garden Centre, Main St, Ballantrae Your chance to sample great local food and drink. Stalls vary every month but usually include a variety local veg, eggs, meat, honeys, jams and chutneys, pies, gluten free produce, and home baking. In addition, visitors will also find a coffee shop, gifts, books, garden supplies, a children’s play area, the miniature train and the Visitor Information Point containing ideas for visits to places of interest and activities within easy reach of Ballantrae. There will also be an opportunity to meet Alfie the donkey!

Week Commencing Mon 10th SeptEvent: JASON MANFORD – MUDDLE CLASSDate(s): Tue 11th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrHe’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. ‘Muddle Class’ promises to feature a wealth of new material about Jason growing up ‘working class’ then finding, over the years, that part of him has become ‘middle class’ - causing much confusion! Delivered with Jason’s amiable charm and captivating wit, this is a show not to be missed. Tickets: £26.50 - £30.50. Tel: 01292 288235 www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: JASON MANFORD: MUDDLE CLASSDate(s): Wed 12th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Grand Hall, KilmarnockHis second stop in Ayrshire this time in Kilmarnock. Tickets: £27.50. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: TOTALLY TINADate(s): Thu 13th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrThis show will take you ‘River Deep Mountain High’ with classics such as; ‘Let’s Stay Together’, ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ in a night that’s guaranteed to be Simply the Best! Tickets: £18.50 – £24.50. Tel: 01292 288235 www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: KEEP IT COUNTRY Date(s): Fri 14th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrJoin four of Ireland’s top country stars for the unmissable ‘Keep It Country’ show filled with toe-tapping country music , cabaret and laughter that will have you singing and clapping all night long! Tickets: £16 – £24 Tel: 01292 288235 www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: AYRSHIRE FARMERS MARKETDate(s): Sat 15th Sep: 9am – 1pmVenue: The Cross, Kilmarnockfacebook.com/ayrshirefarmersmarket

Event: NEWMILNS FOOD FESTIVALDate(s): Sat 15th Sep: 11am-5pmVenue: Jamieson Park, NewmilnsNewmilns Food Festival is back this year, bigger and better with a capacity for 60 quality food and drink producers, a live demonstration area, large food court, outdoor vendors area and a licensed bar. This year we also have celebrity chef, Gary Maclean, Scotland’s National Chef and winner of BBC Masterchef: The Professionals 2016, who will be performing in the demonstration area. Outside the marquee, we will also have children’s entertainment, making this event a fun, family day out! Cost: £3 Entry, Under 12’s Go Free. www.newmilnsfestivalweekend.co.uk

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Event: FRECKFEST PRESENTS: LOUISE CONNELLDate(s): Sat 15th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineA recent addition to The Cure’s Hyde Park shows in London at the special request of Robert Smith, Louise Connell brings her infectious blend of acoustic pop to the cosy confines of the HAC. An act going places, catch Louise before she outgrows venues of this size. Tickets: £6. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: 51 SHADES OF MAGGIEDate(s): Sat 15th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre, KilmarnockAfter 3 sell-out Scottish tours and 10 separate sell-out runs in England, Ireland, and Australia, comes the return of smash hit comedy Fifty One Shades of Maggie. Tickets: £25. Age 16+. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: THE COBBLER CHALLENGEDate(s): Sun 16th SepVenue: Ayr to ArrochaerThis challenge will take you to the top of Ben Arthur whilst enjoying spectacular views along the route. Why not join us, bring you friends and help raise funds for a great cause - helping SeAscape tackle homelessness and poverty in Ayrshire. Courtesy bus leaving Boswell Park Car Park, Ayr to take you to Arrocher. Registration fee is £10 pp. The Cobbler has one of the most impressive summits in the Southern Highlands and although not particularly arduous, it does start at sea level and climbs to a level of 2,900 ft. It should take around 4 - 5 hours to complete and we will pop into the Slanj for a refreshment and bite to eat at the finish. For a fundraising pack - text WALK to 07833 472 313. SeAscape, South Ayrshire Escape from Homelessness, Boswell House, 10-12 Arthur Street

Event: NEWMILNS ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVALDate(s): Sun 16th Sep: 12 noon - 4pmVenue: Jamieson Park, NewmilnsThe first Newmilns Arts & Crafts Festival, as part of the Newmilns Festival Weekend. The event will have 60 stalls with vendors selling a wide range of arts & crafts products. We will also have community groups, a 400 capacity Tearoom serving Afternoon Tea and a licensed Bar. Outside the marquee, we will have outdoor vendors and also have children’s activities and entertainment, making this a fun day out for all the family. We look forward to seeing you at the inaugural Newmilns Arts & Crafts Festival. Cost: £1 Entry under 12’s go free www.newmilnsfestivalweekend.co.uk

Event: SUNDAY JAZZ WITH THE NEW ORLEANS JOYMAKERSDate(s): Sun 16th Sep: 2pm – 4:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineA firm favourite at the Harbour Arts Centre, the New Orleans Joymakers are one of Scotland’s finest “traditional style” jazz bands and have been performing for many years. A wonderful toe tapping afternoon. Tickets: £8/£6. Tel: 01294 274059

Week Commencing Mon 17th Sept Event: WILLIAM HILL AYR GOLD CUP FESTIVAL Date(s): Thu 20th – Sat 22nd SepVenue: Ayr RacecourseThu 20th Sept - William Hill Ayr Gold Cup Festival Doonside Cup Day. It’s Doonside Cup Day, the opening afternoon of the three day Festival, Scotland’s richest Flat race meeting. Fri 21st Sep - William Hill Ayr Gold Cup Festival Ladies Day, Day Two of the Festival is Ladies Day a truly glitzy and glamorous day and the middle afternoon of the three day Festival. Sat 22nd Sep - William Hill Ayr Gold Cup, The biggest, best and richest Flat day’s racing in Scotland with many leading jockeys and trainers heading to the Ayrshire coast where there is £420,000 of prize-money on offer. For tickets and more info visit www.ayrgoldcup.co.uk

Event: LJM DANCE - LETS JUST MOVE THROUGH THE DECADESDate(s): Thu 20th Sep: 7pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrLJM presents their fantastic debut production ‘Let’s Just Move Through the Decades’ This high octane show is jam-packed with iconic music and dance styles that will have you tapping and twirling in the aisles and reminiscing about good times past. Tickets: £6 - £14. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: MCLUCKIE’S LINE BY MARTIN TRAVERS AND MARTIN DOCHERTYDate(s): Sat 22nd Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineMcLuckie’s Line is a love letter to Scottish actors and acting. An unforgettable whirlwind fast, laugh out loud tour de force performance by one of Scotland’s most talented performers. The play explores serious subjects but is packed with humour: crazy actresses, nosy neighbours, reprobate mates, a wee wren in a housing scheme, a Spanish speaking horse and a gun toting Elvis impersonating bookmaker. Tickets: £12.50/£8 conc. Tel: 01294 274059

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WIGTOWN BOOK FESTIVAL21–30 SEPTEMBER 2018

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Thu 6th Sep: 7.30pm The Organist Entertains Silent Screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s The Lodger (1927) with live organ accompaniment. Organist Iain McGlinchey.Thu 13th Sep: 7.30pm Their Finest drama adapted from the novel of Lissa Evans following the making of morale-boosting propaganda films during WW2.Thu 20th Sep: 7.30pm The Salesman Screening of ‘The Salesman’ an Iranian film based on Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman.Thu 27th Sep: 7.30pm The Divine Order Based on real events in 1971 Switzerland when a young housewife begins to campaign publicly and pugnaciously for women’s right to vote.

Thu 4th Oct: 7.30pm Call Me By Your Name Screening of ‘Call Me By Your Name’, adapted from the novel by Andre Aciman.Thu 11th Oct: 7.30pm Under Sandet (Land of Mine) A powerful Oscar-nominated dramatisation of true events in Denmark from the summer of 1945Thu 18th Oct: 7.30pm ‘Ma Vie De Courgette’ (My Life As A Courgette) Animation about a 10 year old boy who ends up in an orphanage when his alcoholic mother dies.Thu 25th Oct: 7.30pm ‘Three Billboards-Outside Ebbing, Missouri’’ A fiercely written, stabbingly pleasurable tragicomedy.

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Event: SCOTTISH OPERA – OPERA HIGHLIGHTSDate(s): Sat 22nd Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrScottish Opera’s Opera Highlights features four fabulous young singers and a pianist. This year, director Daisy Evans takes inspiration from well-known works by Verdi, Mozart and Donizetti as well as some operatic rarities to present an entertaining evening of great music and good company. Tickets: £9 - £15. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: MAC BLONDIE TRIBUTE NIGHTDate(s): Sat 22nd Sep: 6:30pmVenue: Sacred Heart Hall, Henrietta Street, GirvanA great night organised for the September 22nd Bank Holiday weekend with Mac Blondie pulsating out all the tunes of the 80’s Iconic supergroup Blondie Music with Deja2 before and after the band. For tickets and more info visit www.deja2.co.uk

Event: STEAM DAYSDate(s): Sun 23rd Sep: 11am-4pmVenue: Scottish Industrial Railway CentreEnjoy the thrill of taking a short trip in our brakevan hauled by one of our working steam locomotives along a section of the Dalmellington Iron Company’s main line. Plus view our highly unusual fireless steam locomotive working. Free Car Park. Adult £6, Child £4, Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) £16, Age 3 and under Free. www.scottishindustrialrailwaycentre.org.uk

Event: AUTUMN EQUINOX IN OLD SCOTLANDDate(s): Sun 23rd Sep: 7pm – 9pmVenue: Dundonald Castle and Visitor’s Centre, Winehouse Yett, DundonaldTalk and workshop on the history of the Autumn Equinox festival with particular focus on Ayrshire and Scotland. All ages welcome. There will be a short ritual at the end of the talk. Tickets £5 Tel: 07817 852208

Week Commencing Mon 24th SeptEvent: DEMENTIA FRIENDLY – NIAMH MACKAVENEY TRIODate(s): Tue 25th Sep: 11am & 2pmVenue: Gaiety Studio Theatre, Ayr A relaxing session of live entertainment and free refreshments, developed for people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones. Tickets: £5 / Free for companions. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: TIDELINES BOOK FESTIVALDate(s): Thu 27th – Sun 30th SepVenue: Irvine HarboursideIts Tidelines Festival time again – Ayrshire’s only volunteer run book festival! Variety is their speciality and they invite you stretch yourself with events like Fifty Shades of Fiction, a murder mystery play, and past and present Scottish literary talents like Booker nominee Graeme Macrae Burnet, and sessions that celebrate the peerless talents of Nan Shepherd and Muriel Spark. Full programme available at www.tidelinesbookfest.com

Event: ALABAMA 3Date(s): Thu 27th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Grand Hall, KilmarnockCelebrating 21 years of music making, blues and acid house aficionados Alabama 3 come to Kilmarnock. following the release of their thirteenth studio album. The band mix blues with electronic elements to create their own twist on country music, utilising gospel style lyrics as well as spoken word. The band, who attained global prominence with the use of ‘Woke up this Morning’ as the theme tune to legendary TV program The Sopranos, are to embark on a UK tour, hitting Kilmarnock on the 27th September. A night not to be missed!! Tickets: £20. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: TIDE LINESDate(s): Thu 27th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineJoin us for Scotland’s most upcoming multi-talented four piece band, Tide Lines, whose debut single, Far Side of the World, charted higher than Beyonce, Coldplay and Adele. Heavily influenced by the trad music of the Highlands and Islands, and fresh from their sell out Spring Tour and Summer Festival dates at Bearded Theory, HebCeltFest, Belladrum and more, we are delighted to welcome Tide Lines to the HAC! Tickets: £12/10. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: CHORAL SUMMER SHOWCASESDate(s): Thu 27th & Fri 28th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrTwo separate concerts each highlighting the fabulous vocal talents of local choirs and choral groups of Ayrshire – a wide variety of song in a broad range of styles and arrangements from a mix of different choirs and choral groups performing each night. All proceeds from the two performances will go to The Gaiety. Tickets: £9.50 - £14.50. Tel: 01292 288235 www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: AFTERNOON TEA DANCE WITH ALAN MCPIKEDate(s): Fri 28th Sep: 1pm – 3:30pmVenue: Cumnock Town HallIf you like to dance, enjoy good music and good company then look no further! Our Tea Dances are the perfect way to enjoy everything about dance. This is a great and fun way to exercise, liven up your afternoon and socialise with others. Tickets: £3.50 (Includes Tea, Coffee And Biscuits) www.eastayrshireleisure.com

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Event: BONDAGERS BY SUE GLOVER Date(s): Fri 28th & Sat 29th Sep: 7pm Venue: Ayrshire Women’s Hub, Arran Mall, Ayr ‘An atmospheric, haunting tale of seduction, death and blame, underscored by the humour and rhythm of the lands of 1800’s Ayrshire. With original Scottish songs, sang by female characters who are clawed at by the uncertainty of the future. An all female cast, who are plagued by the domineering male presence.’ A show not to be missed! Tickets available from www.shoottherapidspro.co.uk

Event: STUART MITCHELL: GORDON RAMSAY’S KARMA CAFÉDate(s): Fri 28th Sep: 8pmVenue: Ingram Room, Palace & Grand Hall Complex, KilmarnockA truly astonishing and hilarious confessional story where the worlds of haute cuisine and high finance collide to bring about a lucid moment in the life of someone who was lost and now is found. Tickets: £12/£10. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: RACE FOR LIFE PRETTY MUDDY KIDS & PRETTY MUDDY 5KDate(s): Sat 29th Sep: From 9amVenue: Ayr RacecourseRace for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER. Pretty Muddy 5K is for the grown ups a brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends. And raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER. 5k you must be over 13 to participate. Girls £10. Women £19.99. For more info visit www.raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org

Event: SCOTFAIRS ANTIQUE, VINTAGE & COLLECTORS FAIR Date(s): Sat 29th Sep: 10:30am – 4pmVenue: Citadel Leisure Centre, AyrA great shopping experience, antiques for the connoisseur, hidden treasures for the experts, specialist items for the experienced collector, and 1000s of interesting, beautiful and affordable items for the general public. Come along and enjoy the informal atmosphere of the market! Always on offer for sale - pottery, porcelain, glass, antique and estate jewellery, costume jewellery, pictures and prints, books, copper and brass, silver, linen, small items of furniture and collectors items such as coins, postcards, stamps, militaria, football memorabilia, ephemera etc. Admission £2, Accompanied Child Free. www.scotfairs.co.uk

Event: AUTUMN FESTDate(s): Sat 29th Sep - 11am till 3pmVenue: Geilsland Estate, BeithGreat food, craft stalls, music & more. Ticket costs £3. www.beithtrust.org/event/autumn-fest

Event: LUXURY AYRSHIRE WEDDING EXHIBITIONDate(s): Sat 29th & Sun 30th Sep - 11:30am - 4:00pmVenue: Trump TurnberryThis Luxury Wedding Exhibition brings together the best wedding suppliers from in and around Ayrshire! You can expect 100 suppliers, a prosecco bar, a live band showcase, live catwalks and lots of competitions and promotions as this is the LARGEST wedding exhibition in the area! If you live in Ayrshire, or are considering getting married in Ayrshire, you don’t want to miss this show! Tickets: £6. Tel: 01563 475015. www.ayrshireweddingexhibition.co.uk

Event: ABBA - FOREVERDate(s): Sat 29th Sep: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrABBA - Forever is one of the UK’s leading International tribute shows. The unique ABBA sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail, using a six-piece band featuring electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards and piano, drums and bass guitar. Two outstanding ABBA girls complete the line-up, adding the essential glitz and glamour to a well-polished and gently humorous show. Tickets: £17.50 - £23.50. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: HARVEST FESTIVALDate(s): Sun 30th Sep: 11am – 4pmVenue: Dean Castle Country Park, KilmarnockCelebrate everything that is great about Ayrshire rural life. With rural skills demonstrations, food tasting, craft workshops, entertainment and lots more for the whole family. Explore our brand new trails, meet rare British farm breeds, take part in a stock judging competition on our redeveloped City Farm and learn about the Country Park’s wildlife and sustainability in the new Rural Life Centre. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Week Commencing Mon 1st OctEvent: A WHOLE LOTTA ROCK!Date(s): Mon 1st Oct: 7pmVenue: Adamton Country House Hotel, Baird Rd, Monkton, Prestwick KA9 2SQAn evening of classic rock’n’roll, featuring tribute bands the Led Zepplin Story and Her Way to Hell, as well as acoustic duo Jeff Jeffrey and Stevie Doherty. Tickets: £27.50 entry or £65 Dinner, bed & breakfast including entry. Tel: 07824388752. www.rrplive.co.uk

Event: OCTOBER RACEDAYDate(s): Tue 2nd Oct: Gates Open 12pmVenue: Ayr Racecourse, Whitletts Road, AyrThe penultimate Flat fixture of 2018 and one that will attract some big fields as trainers seek some late season prize-money for their horses. First race: 2.10pm. Last Race: 5.30pm. www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

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Event: JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOATDate(s): Tue 2nd - Sat 6th Oct: 7:30pm (Sat Mat: 2:30pm)Venue: Palace Theatre, KilmarnockLoudoun Musical Society, now in their 42nd year, are excited to bring their upcoming production to the Palace. Featuring music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. Don’t miss out on this musical extravaganza! Tickets: £15 / £17. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshirelesiure.com

Event: WELLINGTON SCHOOL – CHICAGODate(s): Thu 4th – Fri 5th Oct: 7:30pm. Sat 6th Oct: 2pm & 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrThis amateur production of “Chicago” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, LTD. Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse; Music by John Kander; Lyrics by Fred Ebb; Based on the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins; Script adaptation by David Thompson. Tickets: £8.50 - £15. Tel: 01292 28835. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: CLUB AMERICANA: NATHAN BELLDate(s): Fri 5th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine Nathan has recorded a brand new album to be released here just before he returns and a ‘live’ album recorded in front of a sold-out crowd in Wales during his last visit will also get a UK release this year. Check him out www.nathanbellmusic.com and then see him live at the HAC. Tickets: £12. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: AYRSHIRE FARMERS MARKETDate(s): Sat 6th Oct: 9am – 1pmVenue: High Street, AyrWhen you buy from a farmers market, you can talk directly to the producer, be sure that the produce is fresh and prepared to the highest standard. You can also be sure that the sum paid is going to the farmer / producer and not to middlemen or on unnecessary packaging. It is important to remember that by using these venues that you are supporting the local economy and sustaining local jobs. facebook.com/ayrshirefarmersmarket

Event: SIDESPLITTERS COMEDY CLUB PRESENTS - JAMIE MCDONALD: BLINKEREDDate(s): Sun 6th Oct: 8pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineBritain’s hottest blind comedian Jamie MacDonald is shedding light on our BLINKERED world. You’ll be astonished at what Jamie will make you laugh at Entertaining, hilarious, eye opening comedy As seen on BBC 1 Scotland’s ‘Scot Squad’ and as heard on BBC Scotland’s ‘Breaking the News’ and Radio 4’s ‘Fred at the Stand’. Tickets: £8. Tel: 01294 274059

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Event: FRECKFEST PRESENTS: JON BODENDate(s): Sun 7th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine Jon Boden, best known as the lead singer of the progressive folk juggernaut Bellowhead launched his solo career in 2016. Presenting self-penned songs from this three solo albums alongside material from Bellowhead, his critically acclaimed and enthusiastically received solo shows have put Jon Boden at the forefront of English folk music. Tickets: £15. Tel: 01294 274059

Week Commencing Mon 8th OctEvent: WILLIAM HILL RACEDAYDate(s): Thu 11th Oct: Gates Open 11amVenue: Ayr Racecourse, Whitletts Road, AyrFinal Flat fixture of 2018 and an exciting seven race card to enjoy. First race: 1.10pm. Last Race: 4.25pm. www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Event: TALON – THE BEST OF THE EAGLESDate(s): Thu 11th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrOver the last two decades Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful touring shows in the UK and their ‘GREATEST HITS TOUR 2018’ will once again feature all those classic tracks from The Eagles Tickets: £20.50 - £25.50. Tel: 01292 288253. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: IRISH COUNTRY SHOWDate(s): Fri 12th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre, KilmarnockFollowing a sell-out tour last year to nightly standing ovations, 4 of Ireland’s favourite Country Music Stars will appear on stage at the Palace in one super show. The show features the popular Louise Morrisey, Stephen Smyth, Anthony Mc Brien and Curtis Magee - who between them have scored countless accolades, notched up over 30 No. 1 songs and have toured all over the world. The 4 stars will showcase their trademark hit songs in the company of the fantastic band Keltic Storm. Tickets: £21.50. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: THE SUGAR REVUE: CABARET ARTISTSDate(s): Fri 12th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineThe Sugar Revue is a fabulous Burlesque and Variety Revue featuring some of Scotland’s top Cabaret artists, brought to you by International Showgirl; Wild Card Kitty: Scotland’s Dita John Cleese of Burlesque and Cabaret. With a line-up of glamorous and cheeky Burlesque chanteuses, award-winning magic and more, all hosted by the darkly humorous musical comedy stylings of The Creative Martyrs; this show is guaranteed to leave you amused, titillated and thoroughly entertained with its’ many talented performers! Tickets: £15/£12 conc. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: JACKSON – LIVE IN CONCERTDate(s): Fri 12th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, Ayr‘CJ’ is one of the most experienced, dedicated and well-respected Michael Jackson tribute artists in the world today, and he perfectly captures the electrifying energy of Michael’s live performances with 100% live vocals. He’s got the look, the moonwalk and the voice! Tickets: £17.50 - £23.50.Tel: 01292 288235.www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: ALLOWAY GUID FAYRE MARKETDate(s): Sat 13th Oct: 10am – 3pmVenue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, AllowayJoin us on the second Saturday of each month for the best in artisan Scottish food and crafts. A wide variety of Scottish produce awaits to tempt you at our new market here at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. www.burnsmuseum.org.uk

Event: AYRSHIRE ARTS & CRAFT FAIRDate(s): Sat 13th Oct: 11am - 4:30pmVenue: Troon Concert HallAyrshire’s BIGGEST monthly craft fair. With 40 stalls and thousands of quality hand-crafted items at great prices it’s a fantastic place to buy unique gifts & cards or just to treat yourself! There are lots of new crafters lined up again this year so there is always something new to see and buy. You can enjoy browsing a huge selection of crafts in the warm and dry, no matter what the weather brings. FREE Entry. www.ayrshirecraftfair.co.uk

Event: MARTHADate(s): Sat 13th Oct: 2pmVenue: Cumnock Town HallAn original story about friendship created by Andy Manley, Gill Robertson and Annie Wood. Tickets: £5.50 Adults / £5 Conc / £4 Kids / £15 Family Ticket · For 4 Yrs+ Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: GEEZ A BREAK PRESENTS: O’ER THE TAPDate(s): Sat 13th Oct: 7pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineWhen a group of young Glesga men sign up to join the City of Glasgow Battalion in what would become the Great War they could never have known that they were about to embark on a journey that would change their lives, and the lives of those who loved them, forever. “This isn’y a game of sodjers, this is war.” Tickets: £12/£10 conc. Tel: 01294 274059

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Event: DOMINIC KIRWANDate(s): Sat 13th Oct: 2pm & 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrFirmly established as one of Ireland’s greatest ever entertainers and always so popular with his legion of followers, Dominic brings his own inimitable style to the vast and rich musical heritage of his homeland. Tickets: £20 - £24. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: SUNDAY JAZZ WITH THE NEW ORLEANS JOYMAKERSDate(s): Sun 14th Oct: 2pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineA firm favourite at the Harbour Arts Centre, the New Orleans Joymakers are one of Scotland’s finest “traditional style” jazz bands and have been performing for many years. A wonderful toe tapping afternoon. Tickets: £8/£6. Tel: 01294 274059

Week Commencing Mon 15th OctEvent: IMPRINT BOOK FESTIVALDate(s): Mon 15th – Wed 31st OctVenue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockImprint, East Ayrshire Leisure’s annual book festival, returns for its 11th year with another fantastic line up of award winning authors. There are writing workshops, poetry evenings and much more besides. Visit eastayrshireleisure.com for the full line up.

Event: AN EVENING WITH LIAM MCILVANNEYDate(s): Mon 15th Oct: 7pm Venue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockImprint is delighted to welcome award- winning author, Liam McIlvanney who will be discussing his new publication The Quaker. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Liam in his home town. Tickets: £10. SPECIAL OFFER: ticket and book £20. Must be bought in advance. Book RRP £12.99. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET – SWAN LAKEDate(s): Mon 15th – Tue 16th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrAfter the sold-out performances of ‘Nutcracker’ last year, Russian National Ballet are back in the UK with the most famous Ballet of all time. Tickets: £19.50 - £26.50. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: THE DOLLS – DRAGGED UP Date(s): Wed 17th – Sat 20th Oct: Wed & Thu: 7:30pm Fri: 5pm & 8:30pm, Sat: 2:30pm & 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrThe tan has barely faded from The Doll’s thick skin and they’re in trouble again and left lip-synching for their lives. Missing money and nutcase gangsters are just some of the disasters they’ll dodge as the Dolls are dragged through a glittering underworld of rivalries, rhinestones and rammies on a camp, crazy, gusset drenching adventure! Will long brewing family resentments be resolved? Will they solve the mystery of the missing dug and will their dormant 1980’s disco dancing skills save them from Scotland’s fruitiest, nuttiest gangsters? Not for the fainthearted or the weans under 16. Tickets: £31 - £33. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: OLIVER JEFFERS’ LOST AND FOUNDDate(s): Thu 18th - Fri 19th Oct: 11:30am & 2:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre KilmarnockThis funny, charming tale of friendship is the perfect treat for a younger audience. Brought to life with puppetry, songs and music, this fantastic new show is suitable for ages 3+ and their grown-ups. £5 / £18 Family Ticket. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: GERDA STEVENSON. QUINES: POEMS IN TRIBUTE TO WOMEN OF SCOTLANDDate(s): Thu 18th Oct: 7pmVenue: Dick Institute, KIlmarnockGerda Stevenson is a writer, actor, director, singer/songwriter, working in theatre, television, radio, film and opera throughout Britain and abroad. Her poetry, drama and prose have been widely published, staged and broadcast. Part of Imprint. Tickets: £7. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: RODDY CARSON MEMORIAL PSYCHIC NIGHTDate(s): Fri 19th Oct: 6:30pmVenue: Fullerton Community Centre Hub, Ayr Road, Irvine, KA12 8DFPsychic Night in Roddy’s Memory in aid of The Beatson and The Ayrshire Hospice. Every penny made from this event will go to both Charities. It will be a fabulous night of Mediumship with some of Scotlands top and best loved Mediums, William McFadzean, Gary Cooke, Margaret Beattie, Marie McIntyre to name a few. Tickets: £10. Tel: 07765522595 or 07720909206

Event: ALEXANDRA SOKOLOFF AND CRAIG ROBERTSONDate(s): Fri 19th Oct: 7pmVenue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockAlexandra Sokoloff is a bestselling, author of eleven supernatural, paranormal and crime thrillers and Craig Robertson, is a former journalist who had a 20-year career before becoming a full-time author. His gritty crime novels are set on the mean streets of contemporary Glasgow. Part of Imprint. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

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Event: THE TARTAN PIMPERNELDate(s): Fri 19th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineThe true story of The Reverend Donald Caskie, a Scottish Minister in France in the 1940s who helped to arrange the escape of British soldiers before being captured by the Gestapo and sentenced to death. Tickets: £10. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: AYRSHIRE FARMERS MARKETDate(s): Sat 20th Oct: 9am – 1pmVenue: The Cross, Kilmarnockfacebook.com/ayrshirefarmersmarket

Event: CAPALL DORCHA: A NIGHT OF BROADWAY Date(s): Sat 20th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineJoin Capall Dorcha Theatre Company with the return of A Night of Broadway. Featuring a first-class professional cast who will transform your night, performing two hours of cabaret featuring your favourite West End and Broadway show songs. Guaranteed to be the perfect night out for anyone who loves musical theatre. Tickets: £15. Tel: 01294 274059

Event: THE SPIRIT OF BAD COMPANY & FREEDate(s): Sat 20th Oct: 7:30pm Venue: Palace Theatre, KIlmarnockFree Again, a five-piece ensemble of musicians, will perform their spectacular new show that gives you a concert experience of 100 minutes of pure Bad Company and Free nostalgia.If you liked what we did with the Eagles music, there’s every chance you’ll love this too! Tickets: £18. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: FUNBOX - DINOSAUR SAFARI Date(s): Sun 21st Oct: 12pm & 3pmVenue: Troon Concert HallGet ready for some Stone Age singalong silliness as Anya, Kevin, Gary and Bonzo (formerly of The Singing Kettle) go on their most roarsome adventure yet – DINOSAUR SAFARI. The FUNBOX gang are in a prehistoric pickle as they go on a quest to find their keys and discover different Dino-pals. Along the way they meet friends old and new including those fuzzy funsters; Fluffy and Flossie and their cheeky chum Bonzo who is finding his inner cave dog and hunting the ultimate bone. Packed with singalong favourites. You might even get to help on stage Come dressed for the safari – come as a dinosaur, an explorer or a cave person – and get ready to roar and stomp with FUNBOX! Tickets: £14/ Family Saver: £50. Available from Gaiety Theatre Ayr Box Office Tel: 01292 288 235 Online: www.thegaiety.co.uk

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Week Commencing Mon 22nd OctEvent: GAELIC EVENING – MUIR IS TIR: SEA AND LANDDate(s): Tue 23rd Oct: 7pm Venue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockRenowned singer, Margaret MacLeod provides Gaelic tuition to a number of adult learner groups in Glasgow. This event of readings, poetry, singing and chat will be particularly suitable for adult learners and anyone with an interest in Gaelic culture and language. Part Of Imprint.Tickets: £5 · 16+ www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: CHARACTERISATION AND DIALOGUE: A WRITING WORKSHOP WITH THERESA TALBOTDate(s): Wed 24th Oct: 2pm – 4pmVenue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockThis workshop will examine how to breathe life into characters, looking at their flaws, conflicts and point of view. We’ll also discuss how to ensure your dialogue is authentic, shines off the page and is fun to write. Part Of Imprint. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: CHARLIE LANDSBOROUGHDate(s): Wed 24th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrCharlie is generally recognised and categorised as a country singer, however, as his fans will tell you, country music is only one part of his live shows and music catalogue. Join us for a memorable evening of beautiful ballads, folk, blues, country, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, gospel and anthems with the immensely talented Charlie Landsborough. Tickets: £21 - £29.50. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: ILLUMINIGHT Date(s): Wed 24th Oct – Sun 18th Nov: Various TimesVenue: Dean Castle Country Park, KilmarnockBack for 2018! After a fantastic first year in 2017 Illuminight will return to Dean Castle Country Park to present more stunning lights, sounds and installations. Last year we welcomed nearly 40,000 into the world of Illuminight and we are excited to return with new sights and sounds with a new route, dazzling effects, more hands-on activities and a bigger range of delicious food & drink - don’t worry, we’ve not forgotten about the marshmallows for toasting! For more info and to book visit. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: ROLLING BACK THE YEARSDate(s): Thu 25th Oct: 2:30pm & 7:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre, KilmarnockCome and join the cast of ‘Rolling Back The Years’ as they take you on a roller coaster ride of music, dance and laughter through the 1950’s, 60’s, 70’s and more. Tickets: £16 / £15. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: CHRIS MCQUEER IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID F ROSSDate(s): Thu 25th Oct: 7pm Venue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockA Glasgow author and rising social media personality who has been compared to Limmy and Irvine Welsh. Chris McQueer’s debut book Hings, brings together an array of short stories which won the attention of the public and a book deal. His second collection of short stories is being published in late 2018. Will contain language which may offend. Tickets: £7 · 16yrs+ Part Of Imprint. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: AFTERNOON TEA DANCE WITH ALAN MCPIKEEvent: Fri 26th Oct: 1pm – 3:30pmVenue: Cumnock Town HallTickets: £3.50 (Includes Tea, Coffee And Biscuits) Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: THE DOLLS ‘DRAGGED UP’Date(s): Fri 26th Oct: 5pm & 8:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre, KilmanrockTHEY’RE BACK! Not for the fainthearted or weans under 16. Tickets: £25. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: ALAN TAYLOR AN APPOINTMENT IN AREZZODate(s): Fri 26th Oct: 7pm Venue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockAppointment in Arezzo, published in 2018 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Muriel’s birth, is an intimate, fond and funny memoir of one of the greatest novelists of the last century. Tickets: £7. Part of Imprint www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: TAMFEST Date(s): Sat 27th – Sun 28th OctVenue: Various Ayr Town CentreThe Tamfest celebration captures the imagination and enchants audiences to interact with all the famous characters from Robert Burns’ famous poem, Tam o’Shanter and all in the centre of Ayr’s High Street. With over 70 different act and activities, this is one spooky event not to be missed. Visit Tamfest on facebook for more info.

Event: ALLOWEEN Date(s): Sat 27th Oct: From 6pmVenue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, AllowayAre you brave enough to visit Alloway on Halloween? Join our ghostly guided walk through the Bard’s birthplace, along Poet’s Path and to the haunted Alloway Auld Kirk. Discover tales of hauntings, suspicious deaths, grave robbing and other ghastly goings-on! When you arrive back at the museum, enjoy some spicy pumpkin soup to warm you up and settle your nerves! The tour is suitable for age 8 and above. www.nts.org.uk/visit/events/alloween

Event: THE MCDOUGALLS: PIRATE TREASURE HUNTDate(s): Sat 27th & Sun 28th Oct: 1pm & 3pmVenue: Harbour Arts Centre, IrvineSwashbuckling, interactive musical adventure for ages 2+, filled with catchy original music and family singalong favourites. Tickets: £5 per person or £15 for a family of four (2 adults, 2 children) Tel: 01294 274059

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Event: HALLOWEEN ROCKSDate(s): Sat 27th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Palace Theatre, KilmarnockThis is one Halloween party you’d be a ‘ghoul’ to miss! Halloween Rocks is a truly unique theatrical event featuring bespoke costumes, special effects, incredible make-up and a heart stopping mix of some of the greatest rock and pop anthems ever performed by a cast of leading artists This show will take your breath away... ALL OF IT! Tickets: £21/£19. Tel: 01563 554900. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: HALLOWEENIESDate(s): Sat 27th & Sun 28th Oct: 10am – 5pmVenue: Heads of Ayr Farm ParkCome along to Halloweenies a child-friendly Halloween party with friendly characters, goodies, games, storytelling, and creepy crawly handling sessions for your little ones! For the first time ever, the outdoor park will also be open as normal for your little devils to explore Buccaneer Bay, Frontier Fort and visit all of our outdoor animals. No booking is required. Standard admission rates apply. No dogs allowed. Dressing up is encouraged!

Event: LIGHT INTO DARKDate(s): Sat 27th & Sun 28th Oct: 6pm – 8pmVenue: Culzean Castle & Country Park, MayboleJoin us on a journey through the park in the dark. Who knows what or who we might meet along the way! From spine chilling zombies, spooky ghosts, blood thirsty maniacs & freaky creatures. Are you brave enough to join us on Light into Dark? Tickets: Adults £10.50. Children (Over 8 years) £6.50. www.nts.org.uk

Event: NTS/CAMPO – WILD LIFE FMDate(s): Sat 27th & Sun 28th Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrThe National Theatre of Scotland and CAMPO (Belgium) present Wild Life FM in association with Ayr Gaiety. CAMPO and the local young people from South Ayrshire are setting up Wild Life FM: a live radio show performance on how to discover yourself through music, a raw exposition of what it’s like being young in Scotland today, and a chance for the voices of the young people of South Ayrshire to be heard. Tickets: £8 - £10. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

Event: STOATS CREEPY CRAWL -Date(s): Sat 27th & Sun 28th Oct: 10am – 4pmVenue: Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole Get set for a weekend of Spooktacular family fun. Put on your bravest face as you take on spine-chilling challenges! On completion of these terrifying tasks you’ll need to ‘guise’ to claim your prize! There’ll be lots of spooky activities to keep your little ghouls and ghosties entertained. Make sure you come disguised in your scariest costume as there’ll be prizes for the best dressed! Tickets: Children aged 3 and over - £4. Adults & Children under 3 – FREE. Standard Country Park admission fees apply. Visit www.nts.org.uk

Event: HALLOWEEN TEA PARTY Date(s): Sun 28th Oct: 12pm & 3pmVenue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, AyrJoin us for our ghoulish Halloween tea party where you’ll be entertained by ghosts and ghouls with party games and face painting. Dressing up is encouraged! Menu includes: Spider biscuits. Ghost cupcakes. Scary sandwiches. Green Ghoul jelly shots. Tickets: Adult: £10. Child: £7. Family: £32 *Please note this event will be held in the Robertson Room at the museum and children must be accompanied by an adult. *www.burnsmuseum.org.uk

Event: TROON WEDDING FAYREDate(s): Sun 28th Oct: 11:30am-4:00pmVenue: Troon Concert HallLocal, rustic wedding fayre filled with creative ideas and amazing suppliers and Live Catwalk. Book your band - The J Mack Band are playing live. FREE ENTRY if you email teamsocial@scotteventmanagement.co.uk with “TROON1” in the subject box and the number of people you are bringing. Or Tickets £3 on the door. Tel: 01563 475015

Week Commencing Mon 29th OctEvent: DOUG ALLAN – WILDLIFE CAMERAMAN AND ADVENTURERDate(s): Mon 29th Oct: 7pmVenue: Dick Institute, KilmarnockLife Behind the Lens. Doug Allan is one of the world’s most respected cameramen, best known for his camera work in cold, remote places on BBC wildlife and expedition series such as Blue Planet, Planet Earth, Frozen Planet and Forces of Nature. Part of Imprint. Tickets: £10. www.eastayrshireleisure.com

Event: HAUNTED CASTLEDate(s): Mon 29th Oct: 6pm – 7pmVenue Culzean Castle & Country Park, MayboleJoin us for a terrifying, evening tour of the castle. With the lights out and the shutters closed put on your bravest face as you never know who or what might appear! Time Slots from 6pm-7pm. Tickets: Adult £11.50 / Children (12 and over) £7.50 Visit www.nts.org.uk

Event: JOE LONGTHORNEDate(s): Wed 31st Oct: 7:30pmVenue: Gaiety Theatre, AyrTV and recording star Joe Longthorne returns to The Gaiety in 2018 as part of his 50th Anniversary tour. Book now to be sure you don’t miss out on a fantastic night of song, chat and laughter. Tickets: £18-£25. Tel: 01292 288235. www.thegaiety.co.uk

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