Whats on Locally April 2019

Hand-picked local events, by the Lochend team, based on things we love!
 
6th and 7th April @ 10am-4pm 
https://lochlomondspringfest.co.uk/
Lomond Shores, Balloch.
Celebrating delicious foods and drinks on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond. With lots on offer there is bits for those who just enjoy eating, those who want to learn new tricks or just want to be inspired. There is also live music, shops and an aquarium so plenty to keep the everyone amused
Free entry or VIP tickets for £20
 
28th April 
https://www.greatrun.org/great-stirling-run
Starting at Kings Park.
The Great Stirling Marathon takes you from the heart of stirling out passed the safari park, through Doune and Dunblane and round the back of Stirling. A great way to see the beautiful scenery and help raise money for a good cause. 
Half Marathon – £36 per entry, Marathon – £58 per entry (closed)
 
28th April staggered starts 
https://www.thekiltwalk.co.uk/events/glasgow/
Dumbarton.
The Wee Wander as part of the Glasgow Kilt walk is a 6 mile charity walk starting this year at the Levengrove Park and taking you through the scenic Vale of Leven in Dumbarton. Enjoy a family days walk in yer Kilt raising money for a charity of your choice! 
Adults- £12.80 Kids- £6.50 Under 5s- Free
 
6th-21st April
https://www.sciencefestival.co.uk/festival
Various Locations in Edinburgh.
A diverse programme of innovative events, science exhibitions, tours and workshops. Inspired by the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing the theme is Frontiers.
 
5th – 10th April
https://www.harpfestival.co.uk
Edinburgh.
Enjoy a selection of concerts, courses and workshops in the amazing surroundings of Merchiston Castle School. Open to everyone its worth going and learning a bit more about the beautiful instruments and hearing some lovely music.