🎈 Wee Weekender | 23–24 August Balloons, Superheroes & Summer Vibes: Your Ultimate Family Fun Fest!

Aloha, Wee Weekenders! 🌺

This weekend is bursting at the seams with big energy and even bigger fun. From floating hot air balloons and superhero sightings to vintage cars, disco lights on ice, and a tropical dance party hosted by a blue alien — it’s safe to say there’s absolutely no excuse for staying in.

Cumbernauld is going full Comic Con, Strathaven is reaching for the sky, and Renfrewshire has gone into full party mode — whether you're dog shopping at Holmwood, gliding through Braehead, or shouting “when I grow up!” at the top of your lungs at a sing-a-long Matilda screening. There’s even a drone workshop for your tech-curious kiddo!

Get the wellies, the glitter and the snacks ready — this weekend, the adventure comes in all shapes and sizes.

🦸 Cumbernauld Comic Con

Whether you're a comic book collector, a cosplay enthusiast, or just in it for the free fun, this family-friendly Comic Con promises vendor stalls, artists, photo ops and plenty of geeky goodness — no ticket required.

📍 Antonine Shopping Centre, Tryst Road, Cumbernauld G67 1JW
⏰ Sat 23rd & Sun 24th Aug, 10am–4pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🎈 Strathaven Balloon Festival

Get ready to look up! Scotland’s most colourful sky spectacle returns with early-morning and evening balloon launches (weather permitting), classic cars, live music, fairground rides, stalls, and the magical Saturday evening balloon glow.

📍 Strathaven Park, Glasgow Road, Strathaven ML10 6LZ
⏰ Fri 22nd – Sun 24th Aug (see website for launch times)
💷 Free
👉 More info

⛸️ Braehead Ice Centre Grand Opening

The ice is back, and it’s cooler than ever! Celebrate the rink’s reopening with disco lights, free face painting, party vibes, a mascot meet-and-greet, and a three-hour skate session. Bonus: discounts if you're heading to the Clan game later!

📍 Braehead Ice Centre, Kings Inch Road, Renfrew G51 4BN
⏰ Sat 23rd Aug, 1pm–4pm
💷 Adults £12 / Ages 6–16 £8 / Under 5s £5
👉 More info

🌺 Lilo & Stitch ‘Ohana’ Summer Party

Grab a Hawaiian garland and hit the dance floor! Join Lilo, Stitch and friends for a bubbly, musical summer party with face painting, character dances and island vibes. Not a seated event, but plenty of chill-out spots for tired wee dancers.

📍 Ingliston Country Club, Bishopton PA7 5PA
⏰ Sun 24th Aug, 1pm–5pm
💷 £16
👉 More info

🎤 Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Sing-A-Long

Sing your socks off with this interactive cinema experience. Whether it’s "When I Grow Up" or “Revolting Children,” wee musical fans can belt out all the tunes in this uplifting tale of bravery and brains.

📍 Lanternhouse, South Kildrum Ring Road, Cumbernauld G67 2UF
⏰ Sun 24th Aug, 2pm
💷 £5–£10
👉 More info

🚗 Auchlochan Classic Car Show

Roll back the years at this charity show with over 150 classic and vintage cars, car boot sales, autojumble stalls, raffles, and bouncy castles. All proceeds go to CHaS, so bring the family and support a good cause.

📍 Auchlochan Garden Village, New Trows Road, Lesmahagow ML11 0GH
⏰ Sat 23rd Aug, 11am–3:30pm
💷 Entry by donation
👉 More info

🎪 Cathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Festival: Summer Fete

A wholesome community day out with free face painting, garden games, live music, baking stalls, and a book swap. Bring a donation for the local foodbank and stay for the family vibes.

📍 Cathcart Baptist Church, 96 Merrylee Road, Glasgow G43 2RA
⏰ Sat 23rd Aug, 11:30am–2pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🩰 The Ballet and Dance Academy – New Term

Non-competitive, no makeup, no pressure – just joyful dancing in a relaxed setting. Parents are welcome to stay and watch, and there’s a café for those who prefer coffee with their pirouettes.

📍 Johnstone Town Hall, 25 Church Street, Johnstone PA5 8EG
⏰ Sat 23rd Aug (various class times)
💷 Weekly & monthly fees available
👉 More info

🏎️ Finlaystone Car Show

This family-friendly day out features classic cars, muscle cars and supercars on show, with full access to the stunning estate grounds included. Expect food stalls and plenty of photo ops for car-crazy kids.

📍 Finlaystone Country Estate, Langbank PA14 6TJ
⏰ Sat 23rd Aug, 9am–4pm
💷 Adults £12 / Kids £8 / Family £30
👉 More info

🛩️ Free Beginner Drone Workshop (Ages 8+)

Take flight (literally) with this free workshop for curious kids! Learn about drone types, assembly, coding and safe flying in this fun, hands-on tech session — no experience required.

📍 St. Dominic’s Church, 21 Kirriemuir Road, Bishopbriggs G64 1DL
⏰ Sat 23rd Aug, 2pm–4pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🐶 The Market at Holmwood: Holmwoof Edition

Paws up if you love dogs! This market is part of Holmwood’s dog-themed weekend, with stalls selling pooch treats and pet gifts, plus coffee and goodies for their humans too.

📍 Holmwood House, 61-63 Netherlee Road, Glasgow G44 3YU
⏰ Sun 24th Aug, 10am–4pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

That’s a wrap on your weekend wish list, Wee Weekenders — and what a list it is!

Whether you're watching the sunrise under a sky full of balloons, strutting your cosplay best in a shopping centre, or stuffing your face with a festival doughnut while a kid launches a drone, we salute your energy.

Keep the vibes high, the backpacks stocked, and don’t forget to tag your family antics with #WeeWeekender – we LOVE seeing where our mighty mini adventurers end up.

See you next week for more big fun for wee people!

— Wee Weekender 💌
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