Calendars at the ready! Here's the best things happening across Scotland in March 2020
If you’re looking for things to do and see across Scotland this March, then you’re in luck - Hood has put together a roundup of the very best events and activities happening this month, wherever you are in the country.
From gigs and exhibitions, to stage shows and festivals, there’s something for everyone this month, so grab your calendars and mark down your favourites.
Glasgow Film Festival
Scotland’s leading film festival returns to Glasgow this March, showcasing a packed programme of art-house cinema, thrillers, future cult classics and movies that are sure to leave their mark.
26 February-8 March, venues across Glasgow
glasgowfilm.org
Inverness Music Festival
With an aim to promote performance for all, no matter what origin or age, each year Inverness Music Festival provides fun for both performers and onlookers. Run entirely by volunteers, all proceeds go towards charitable investments.
February 27–March 4, Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
invernessmusicfestival.org
Oor Wullie
Scotland’s most-loved comic strip is brought to life onstage, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Oor Wullie in musical form.
3–7 March, His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen
aberdeenperformingarts.com
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
This smash-hit musical production follows the story of a teenage boy who struggles to fit in at school, and his journey to stardom.
3-7 March, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
capitaltheatres.com
Women’s Rugby: Scotland vs France
Scotland and France’s female rugby teams go head to head once again this year in March. The re-match promises to be an interesting and exciting watch as we hope to come out on top this time around.
7 March, Scotstoun Stadium
scottishrugby.org
Stereophonics
Indie-rock legends Stereophonics take to the stage in Aberdeen, playing tracks from their new album alongside classics such as ‘Dakota’ and ‘Have A Nice Day’.
10 March, P&J Live
pandjlive.com
Cirque du Soleil: Crystal
Prepare for an enchanting night at Cirque du Soleil’s crystal performance, where this unique production will explore the limits of artistic production, on ice.
11-15 March, intu Braehead Arena, Glasgow. 19-22 March, P&J Live, Aberdeen
ticketmaster.co.uk
Aye Write
Glasgow’s annual book festival returns, with highlights including talks from Elizabeth Day, Val McDermid, Pete Paphides and John Niven.
12-29 March, venues across Glasgow
ayewrite.com
Glasgow International Comedy Festival
Europe’s largest comedy festival is back for its 18th year, with top names including Jimmy Carr, Arabella Weir, Craig Hill and Stewart Lee.
12-29 March, venues across Glasgow
glasgowcomedyfestival.com
Bowhouse Market Weekend
The stylish Bowhouse plays host to a weekend market crammed with everything you could need, including fresh fruit and vegetables, local produce, artisan drinks and activities for the little ones too.
14-15 March, Bowhouse Farm, Fife
bowhousefife.com
Lewis Capaldi
The man of the moment is playing a sell-out gig at Aberdeen’s P&J Live, try to get a ticket if you can!
15 March, P&J Live
pandjlive.com
The Who
British rock icons The Who are playing the SSE Hydro in Glasgow - a must-do for music fans.
23 March, SSE Hydro
visitscotland.com
Iain Stirling: Failing Upwards
The Edinburgh-born comedian, and voice of Love Island, returns to his roots with his second major stand-up stage show. Performing across the country, this is a show you won’t want to miss.