Arcadia Scotland

Finals are in full swing and Arcadia students across Scotland and studying away as they finish up courses for the term.  While we certainly advocate library and revision time, it's important to give your mind a break and take a bit of time to relax during the finals period. There are lots of events happening near you, which might offer good opportunities to take a break from the books and take in a bit more Scottish culture. We have written up a few suggestions below, so check them out!

Aberdeen

the 306: day

26 may, town and county hall, 7:30pm

The second in a trilogy of events about World War I, which are put on by the National Trust for Scotland, this play calls on actual events and first-hand accounts to trace the lives and experiences of three women.

aberdonians in the Americas

through 27 may, king's museum

This exhibition examines the collections of three Aberdonians who ventured to Latin America, collecting artefacts and pieces on their travels.

may festival

26-28 may, various venues and times

This arts and science festival includes events which offer opportunities to explore topics ranging from Gaelic to sports.

Edinburgh

Edinbrick - a lego model show

20 may, Summerhall

Love Lego?  Check out the displays, activities and opportunities to build at Summerhall's one-day event.

hidden door festival

26 may-4 June, Leith theatre

This interdisciplinary arts festival features musicians, poets, artists, filmmakers and other creative types.

old town street food festival

the three sisters, 28 may

Enjoy tasty delights from an array of cultures, made by a number of Edinburgh restaurants.

Glasgow

Electric frog & pressure riverside Festival

27 and 28 may, riverside museum

If you're into electric music, this is the place to be. With a stellar lineup, take advantage of the bank holiday weekend and enjoy the music!

armbit: photographies from Scotland

throughout may, street level photoworks

Street Level Photoworks and Edinburgh's Stills Gallery come together to showcase up and coming Scottish photographers.

aly bain and phil Cunningham

17 may, cottiers theatre, 7:30pm

Drop in to hear one of Scotland's finest folk duos.

St Andrews

St Andrews baroque orchestra

3 may, byre theatre, 7:30pm

Hear some of the best baroque musicians from the University and nearby.

hidden treasures of st Andrews walk

13 May, MUSA, 3-4pm

Learn about some of the lesser known/forgotten aspects of St Andrews' history.  This walk will take you around the town, visiting medieval landmarks and other sites of significance.

Scocha

20 may, byre theatre, 7:30pm

For a taste of Scottish folk music with a twist, come along to this concert, sees old classics take new form. 

Stirling

Exhibition: flights into Scotland's past

throughout may, Stirling castle

Featuring Kieran Baxter's photographs, this exhibition presents Scotland's monuments and landscape in a transformative way. 

stirling orchestra

7 may, albert halls, 7:30pm

Featuring a number of musicians from Stirling Uni, this orchestral performance presents some of the most popular opera music out there.

stirling Scottish marathon

21 may, blair Drummond safari park, 9am

Even if you're not up for running the 26.2, feel free to join in a cheer!