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Welcome! Discover a season of creativity, culture, and unforgettable experiences in our Autumn/Winter programme. From theatre and live music to comedy and dance, this exciting season features a diverse range of performances guaranteed to entertain, inspire, and captivate audiences of all ages. Taking place across Paisley Town Hall, Paisley Arts Centre and Johnstone Town Hall, our programme brings an exciting mix of events and performances to communities throughout Renfrewshire. One of this year’s highlights is the return of the Paisley Comedy Festival for its second year. Running from 10–13 September, the festival will welcome some of the UK’s top comedy talent to Paisley, including Stuart Mitchell, Susan Calman and Christopher Macarthur-Boyd. Our Winter Festival programme also offers something for everyone. From classic Christmas films and festive markets to much-loved pantomimes and seasonal entertainment, there’s no better way to celebrate this festive season. We invite you to explore this year’s line-up, discover something new and experience the very best of live performance. We can’t wait to welcome you to one of our fantastic venues soon.
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Paisley Town Hall
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Paisley’s big stage is an iconic, architectural gem, transformed into a world-class venue and one of Scotland’s best performance spaces.
Paisley Arts Centre has long been established as one of Scotland’s most vibrant, intimate and exciting venues for comedy, dance, drama, music, theatre, and family events. It’s culture up close.
The award-winning Johnstone Town Hall has a state-of-the-art flexible auditorium suited to a whole range of performances with excellent audience facilities including a large foyer and bar space.
See back page for information on how to get to our venues.
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A New Dawn Fades – A Play about Joy Division and Manchester
4-5 September
Friday 4 September
Johnstone Town Hall, 7.30pm & 2.30pm | £22 (£20 conc)
Paisley Town Hall | 7.30pm | £27.50 / £31.50 / £15 restricted view | 15+
The play tells the story of four ordinary lads who, inspired by the punk revolution of 1970s Manchester, came together to form one of the most influential bands of all time, Joy Division. Following the untimely death of lead singer Ian Curtis, the band went on to huge world-wide success as New Order. THEATRE
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Up A Close
Up a Close returns to Johnstone after a fabulous sell out tour. The story of Joanna reflecting on her life when her husband doesn’t return home. Her tough marriage, her children and growing up in 1970s Glasgow with her parents and Auntie Sandra and best friend Anne Marie, the nuns at school and dancing up the toon to the Bay City Rollers. Joanna’s story is filled with laughter, poignancy and pure Glasgow banter. THEATRE
Travelling Theatre Company
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John Bramwell
Tam Cowan
Sunday 6 September
Sunday 6 September
Paisley Arts Centre, 7pm | £25
Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £27.50 | Ages 16+
The acclaimed singer songwriter of I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell, is now carving out his own path as a solo artist. Bramwell tours the UK with a different kind of mission — taking his heartfelt, intimate songs directly to audiences, savouring each moment with the devoted fans who have travelled with him throughout his career.
Tam Cowan – writer, broadcaster and comedian – has enjoyed a successful career in newspapers, radio, television and stand-up for more than 35 years. Most notably as co-presenter of BBC Radio Scotland’s award winning Off The Ball that celebrates its 32nd anniversary in 2026.
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Wild Ivy Artisan Markets
Booking fees apply and start from £1 per ticket and are applied to all tickets over £10.00.
12 Sept/17 Oct/22 Nov Johnstone Town Hall, 11am | Free
Wild Ivy hosts around 50 talented artisan makers and producers at markets full of locally made goods and produce, including apothecary, art, jewellery and gin. You’ll also find pop up workshops at each event, from candle making to flower arranging. Traders change at every market so there’s always something new to discover! EVENT
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10–13 September 2026 Come and join us for a brilliant weekend of Scottish comedy in the iconic cultural venues Paisley Town Hall and Paisley Arts Centre.
A Scottish Comedy Collective: MC Hammersmith, Viv Gee, Matthew Gallagher and Billy Kirkwood Friday 11 September
Stuart Mitchell, Susan Calman and Christopher Macarthur-Boyd are among the comedians who will take to the stage in the town between September 10 and 13. The festival, which will also showcase emerging comedy talent with two open-mic nights, is making a return after its successful inaugural event last year.
Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £20.50 | 18+
The Collective, comprising MC Hammersmith, Viv Gee, Matthew Gallagher and Billy Kirkwood, stars of social media, stage and screen are serving up a fantastic evening of Stand-Up Comedy, Live in Paisley. This is your opportunity to enjoy the unique talents of these outstanding comedians in their natural habitat – Live and Unleashed On A Stage! A Scottish Comedy Collective
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STUART MITCHELL AND FRIENDS: On The Road 10 & 12 September
Christopher MacArthur-Boyd: Howling at the Moon Saturday 12 September
Paisley Town Hall | 10 September 8pm – SOLD OUT/ 12 September 2pm | £22.50 | 18+
Paisley Arts Centre, 4.30pm and 8pm | £16 | 14+
The one liners have been sharpened, the replies are even quicker and this time - he’s bringing his pals. Straight from his debut sold-out UK Tour join star of social media, TikTok, and all-round good guy Stuart Mitchell as he brings his famous weekly Blackfriars of Glasgow direct to your front door (nearly). Featuring two special guests from the cream of the comedy crop, don’t miss this night of laughter that’s just up the road.
One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Howling At The Moon is CMB’s new show of nocturnal stand-up about neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy. Star of the comedy specials Oh No and Scary Times. Host of the BBC New Comedy Award and star of Scotland Stands Up, with appearances on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order. Christopher has previously opened for comedians such as Kevin Bridges, Shane Gillis, Kerry Godliman, Jason Manford and David Cross.
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Connor Burns: Flow
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
Saturday 12 September
Sunday 13 September
Paisley Town Hall, 7:30pm | £21.50 | 18+
Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £28.50 | 14+
Don’t miss the all-new show from Scotland’s hilarious new stand-up superstar who is widely hailed as one of the most exciting breakthrough artists in the global live comedy scene. A social media sensation with 100’s of millions of online views, FLOW is Connor’s 5th solo show - an hour of new standup featuring his intelligent and razor-sharp wit, brilliant jokes and his now-signature, single-malt level of Scottish cynicism that blends perfectly with his relatable everyman take on life, and which in 2025, won him the coveted Forth Fringe Award.
Susan Calman hasn’t been on tour in ten years, but now she’s back with a brand-new show. A decade older, but not necessarily wiser, Susan has found herself in some improbable situations over the years. Tall tales is a show about Cruising, driving tanks, cats and getting older. You might have seen her on the television or heard her on the radio but the absolute best way to see her is live on stage. You won’t believe how short she really is. Prepare yourself for an evening of barely believable stories, laughter and probably some dancing.
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Comedy Club 4 Kids Sunday 13 September Paisley Arts Centre, 2pm | PWYC £6/£8/£10 | 6+ (with adults)
Since 2005, the Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children and their families... but without the rude bits! It’s just like a normal comedy club, but it’s on in the day, kids are allowed in, and thus there is a higher than usual chance of heckles like “why is that your face!?” Cracking entertainment for everyone over six years old and under 400 years old (no vampires please).
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Comedy Open Mic Nights 10th and 13th September Paisley Arts Centre | £5 (free for performers) | 18+
Get ready for a night of laughs, surprises, and fresh comedy talent at Paisley Comedy Festival’s Open Mic Nights! Fancy taking the mic? Whether you’re a comedy newbie or a seasoned stand-up, you can sign up on the night or email oneren_arts@renfrewshire. gov.uk to secure your place!
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FARA
We Will Hear The Angels
Friday 18 September
Tuesday 15 September
Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £19 (£17 conc)
Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £16 (£13 conc) | Ages 14+
Inspired by the final scene of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya and featuring the music of Hank Williams, Etta James, Bach, among others, We Will Hear The Angels is a poignant, immersive and uplifting journey from darkness to light, and continues Magnetic North’s exploration of storytelling through music.
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Magnetic North
FARA are a powerhouse in the Scottish folk music scene, igniting stages with their magnetic blend of spellbinding vocals, intricate harmonies, and driving fiddle tunes rooted in rich tradition of the Orkney Islands. With three award winning fiddlers—Kristan Harvey, Jeana Leslie, and Catriona Price—joined by the sensational Rory Matheson on piano.
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Active Events
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Who We Are We are OneRen, the local charitable trust in Renfrewshire providing culture, leisure, and sporting opportunities to help people enjoy active and healthy lives. We are passionate about the part we play in improving life-long physical and mental health in every one of our communities.
Love Hurts: Rock Anthems & Power Ballads Friday 18 September Paisley Town Hall | £29 | 7:30pm
Live and louder than ever, Love Hurts returns with the heartbreak soundtrack of a generation! Get ready for a night of raw emotion, in this spectacular show as a hugely talented, high-energy band perform smash-hit power ballads and classic rock anthems from Queen, AC/DC, Meat Loaf, Whitesnake, Phil Collins, Cher, Kiss, Tina Turner… and many more! MUSIC
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When Prophecy Fails Wednesday 23 September Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £20 (£17 conc) | Ages 14+
Fresh from its sold-out run at the Edinburgh International Festival, When Prophecy Fails comes to Paisley, offering a rare chance to experience world-class international theatre on your doorstep In a small town in the American Midwest, the disciples of a suburban housewife are convinced that the world is ending. Discover the true story of the world’s first UFO doomsday cult, which led to a ground breaking 1950s study into the concept of cognitive dissonance. Award-winning Scottish ensemble Groupwork combines astonishing visuals with hypnotic movement to create a timely performance investigating what happens when cold, hard facts meet the chaotic power of belief.
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_and friends Sunday 27 September Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £16 (£13 conc) | Ages 15+
Hounds of Love: The Kate Bush Thursday 24 September Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £27.50
Step into the ethereal world of Hounds Of Love The Kate Bush Celebration, a tribute that faithfully recreates the artistry, passion, and magic of one of music’s most iconic and enigmatic performers, Kate Bush. MUSIC
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Red River Artists
_and friends proudly presents a night of performance showcasing theatre talent from and connected to Paisley. Founded in 2024 with the mission to platform brand new performance in increasingly challenging times, _and friends connecting audiences to artists they may never have heard of making new work that’s never been seen before. If you are a theatre maker who is interested in participating in the _and friends scratch nights then sign up to their newsletter at www.andfriends.scot to receive information about the application process. THEATRE
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The Hangar: Isa Gordon + JG Wilkes (Optimo) + Radhika Friday 2 October Paisley Arts Centre | £15 | 7pm | Ages 16+
The Hangar is an evening curated by musicians Sushil K Dade (The Soup Dragons / Future Pilot AKA) & Radhika. Isa Gordon is a Glasgow-based producer, vocalist, and multiinstrumentalist. Isa blends ethereal electronics with raw, expressive performance. Jonnie Wilkes (Optimo) will be dishing out a load of 7” treasures from the Optimo vaults - No wave, Synth Pop, Post Punk, Rockabilly, Dancehall but most of all... oddball!
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Sushil K Dade (The Soup Dragons / Future Pilot AKA) & Radhika
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Crown Ballet presents: Swan Lake Jimeoin: Ballyhoo!
Sunday 4 October Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £31 (£29 conc / £23 child)
Friday 2 October Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £20 | Ages 14+
A not-to-be-missed, hilarious evening with a genuine stand-up comedy legend who is globally hailed as one of live comedy’s masters - we are absolutely delighted to welcome our favourite Irishman from Australia to Paisley Town Hall with his sublimely funny new tour Ballyhoo! COMEDY
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And Your Dog, MZA & Geffer Notice
After last year’s triumphant tour, Crown Ballet® is thrilled to return to the UK with a stunning production of Swan Lake. Widely regarded as the most iconic ballet of all time, Swan Lake is a masterpiece of Tchaikovsky’s genius. Featuring some of the most memorable music and breath-taking choreography, this production brings to life a timeless tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. DANCE
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DYKE Systems Ltd
Revel
Friday 9 October
Thursday 8 October Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £15 (£12 conc) | Ages 12+
A 60+ coming-of-age story about resilience, irreverence, joie de vivre- and dancing! Taking place in the theatre dressing room of every show Kally and Steinvor have ever been in -past, present and futureRevel is a funny and moving new show fusing dance, physical theatre, dialogue and music. THEATRE
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Company Chordelia
Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £15 (£12 conc) Ages 16+
Sally and Susan aren’t your average suburban women. They’re business women. And you’re invited to the most prestigious seminar of the year that could help you get filthy rich! Equal parts corporate seminar and queer fever dream. DYKE Systems Ltd is a sharp, subversive takedown of pyramid schemes, ruthless heteronormativity and corporate feminism. COMEDY
Fag Packet
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Fred MacAulay: Good Evening! Sunday 11 October Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £20
Now in the fourth decade of his comedy career, Fred MacAulay still loves being on stage doing what he does best... his appetite for performing is as strong as it was all those years ago when he took a massive side-ways step from a career as an Accountant into the world of entertainment. COMEDY
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The Gruffalo 12-14 October Paisley Town Hall, 12 October: 1:30pm & 4:30pm 13 & 14 October: 10:30am & 1:30pm £16 / £14 / £50 Family Ticket
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood... Tall Stories’ much loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show’s 25th anniversary. On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo is there?
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Do Not Pass Go Wednesday 14th October Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £14 (£11 conc) | Ages 14+
We heart Lizzie Magie! Feminist, economist, disruptor, and games designer who wanted to show the world there was an alternative to capitalist greed. But her beautiful brainchild was stolen, repurposed, and made a man a millionaire. Discover the hidden truth behind one of the world’s most popular board games, as we search for justice for Lizzie and for all who find the game is rigged against them. Awardwinning theatre company Jordan & Skinner bring their original and irreverent style of physical theatre and comedy to this epic story of women, games and money.
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The Littlest Yak
Craig Hill: You’re Not Even Safe Up the Back!
Friday 16 October
Friday 16 October
Paisley Town Hall, 12pm & 3pm | £16 (£14 conc/£50 Family)
Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £18.50 | Ages 18+
This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the family. Gertie is great at being THE LITTLEST YAK, with the CURLIEST, WHIRLIEST wool and the GRIPPIEST of hooves for clip-clopping up cliffs.
Scotland’s kilty pleasure Craig Hill bounds back to the Fringe, so lock the exits and belt up for a thrilling, quick-fire comedy flight packed with razor-sharp wit and spontaneity. He’s behind you! Actually, he’s in front of you and there’s nowhere to hide. Hill has audiences in paroxysms of laughter, barely able to breathe before take-off again. Strap yourself in!
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And Your Dog LTD
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Turn A Different Corner
Tea Dances
Saturday 17 October Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £17 (£15 conc) Ages 14+
Turn a Different Corner is a powerful, compassionate Scottish drama set in a Glasgow homeless drop-in centre. Through the eyes of Charlie, a teenager doing community service, we meet five people whose stories are raw, funny and deeply human. With grit, warmth and live music, this moving play challenges perceptions and reminds us that homelessness isn’t who someone is - it’s what happened to them.
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Our Time Productions
23 Sept/ 19 Oct/ 9 Nov/ 14 Dec/ 18 Jan/ 22 Feb/22 March Johnstone Town Hall, 1pm | £3.50
OneRen and Johnstone Town Hall will be hosting Mr John Findlay for these much-loved tea dances. Expect a mix of ballroom, Latin, popular sequence and line dancing with an element of old time. All music is live and provided by John on keyboard and vocals. Please let us know if you are bringing a large group and or if that group has specific access requirements so that we can be prepared. DANCE
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Andrew Wasylyk & Tommy Perman: The Phantom of the Opera Live Score Sunday 18 October Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £16 | Under 18s accompanied by an adult
Experience a special screening of the 1925 silent horror masterpiece The Phantom of the Opera, accompanied live by a brand-new score. Filled with opulent costumes, extravagant sets, hundreds of extras and dazzling early use of Technicolour, this landmark film remains one of cinema’s greatest early horror classics. SAY Award-nominated composers Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman perform their new accompanying soundtrack, House With A Curse, live alongside the film. Navigating opera, neoclassical, acoustic and electronic instruments with elements of sound design, it is a haunting and dramatic score befitting this silent-era classic. Dust down your Halloween cloaks.
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A Play, A Pie, A Pint : Contact 20-23 October Paisley Town Hall, 1pm | £18 | Ticket prices include a complimentary pie and drink.
A son turns up at his mother’s house. It’s the first time in months that they have seen each other. He tells her that he is going to be a father, but he also has an ultimatum: fix their relationship or he will not speak to her ever again. Contact is a new play by the Tony and Olivier Award nominated writer Jonny Donahoe (Every Brilliant Thing) exploring generational conflict and why so many choose ‘no contact’ over reconciliation.
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A Play, A Pie and A Pint at Òran Mór, Co-presented with Traverse Theatre
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Gaggle Friday 23 October
Rich Hall: Chin Music
Johnstone Town Hall, 11am & 1.30pm | £10.50 / £7 (Child) / £29 Family | Children with complex ASN 5+
Thursday 22 October Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £18 | Ages 14+
“Chin Music” has two meanings. One is idle talk. The other is a brushback throw in baseball or cricket to intimidate the batter. Both describe Rich Hall’s comedy. Idle but intimidating. Sharp, quick, splenetic, and sublimely improvisational. If you’ve never seen him, you need to hustle down to your local venue and grab a seat because he never disappoints. Ever. COMEDY
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Off The Kerb
Share 3 days and 3 nights with 3 lighthouse keepers. During the day, they work, watch and wait, whatever the weather. At night, the beacon is lit, and that’s when things can get weird, wonderful, and a wee bit wild! Gaggle is a theatre performance featuring physical comedy, circus and live music. It is made for audiences of young people with complex additional support needs (ASN), and their families. FAMILY
Tenterhooks in association with Beacon Arts Centre
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Sisters of Salem: The Dark Realms Ritual Joshua Burnell
Saturday 24 October Paisley Town Hall, 2pm | Early bird £16.95 / £54.95 for a bundle of 4 available until 1 September
Saturday 24 October Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £16
Like an intergalactic troubadour who crash-landed last century, Joshua Burnell makes retro chamber pop for the modern world. Burnell is unleashing his second tour and album this year: Condor Keep & Other Stories. Having received the thumbs up from BBC Radio 2’s Mark Radcliffe, and backed by a stellar 5-piece band, Burnell is not one to miss. MUSIC
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Nearfield Artists
When an ancient ritual tears open the Dark Realms, witches, monsters and supernatural heroes collide in an unforgettable adventure. Featuring spectacular live tribute performances inspired by Lady Gaga, Elphaba, Michael Jackson and K-Pop Demon Hunters, plus audience interaction, and a magical Realm Light for every guest, this immersive Halloween experience promises spooky fun for the whole family. EVENTS
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Concerned Others
Karen Dunbar: Aw Roon the Hooses!
Sunday 25 October Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £13 (£10 conc) | Ages 14+
A new intimate tabletop performance, from awardwinning theatre company Tortoise in a Nutshell, Concerned Others presents the stories of critically underheard voices around Scotland’s drug-death crisis. Real accounts paint us as a nation struggling to recognise a deadly culture of shame, ignorance and misunderstanding surrounding substance dependence and drug-related death. THEATRE
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Tortoise in a Nutshell
Thursday 29 October Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £27 / VIP £40 | Ages 14+
Bafta award winner Karen Dunbar is one of Scotland’s best-known comedy actors and DJs. From Òran Mor to the National Theatre, Karen has captivated audiences with her incredible mix of comedy, music and acting talents. Please note this is a brand-new show. The Queen of Scottish Comedy will have you laughing all night long. COMEDY
Breakneck Comedy
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Witch Hunt Horror Con Scotland: Halloween Friday 30 October Paisley Town Hall, 5pm | £20 Early Bird / £100 VIP | Ages 18+
Horror Con Scotland returns this Halloween for an over-18s night at Paisley Town Hall. With burlesque, a bar, horror traders, eerie entertainment and plenty of spooky surprises, this is Halloween for the grownups…. EVENTS
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Northern Frights
Friday 30 October Paisley Art Centre, 7.30pm | £18/£17 | Ages 12+
Witch Hunt is a thrilling new musical inspired by the Scottish witch trials. When a ruthless King declares war on witches, fear spreads and three women are accused, hunted, and forced to run for their lives. Driven by a high-energy electronic dance music score, Witch Hunt is a gripping story of persecution, rebellion, and unity, packed with soaring vocals, explosive choreography, and defiant female power. THEATRE
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James Grant
Broken Chanter
Sunday 1 November
Saturday 31 October
Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £22
Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £15
Broken Chanter aka David MacGregor is bringing his excellent band and new album ‘This Could be Us, You, Or Anybody Else’ to Paisley Arts Centre. Released on Chemikal Underground just two years after Scottish Album of the Year Nominated ‘Chorus Of Doubt’, ‘This Could be Us…’ has attracted critical plaudits and seen chart success, with the band thrilling audiences across the UK and Ireland this year. MUSIC
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Broken Chanter
James Grant is one of the most renowned and respected performers Scotland has ever produced. Drawing from a broad palette of pop, folk, soul, country and blues influences, and interweaving his solo compositions with Love and Money favourites, James twins darkly literate, melodically lush songcraft with his richly potent vocals and virtuoso guitar work, leavening his performances with dashes of wickedly acerbic humour. MUSIC
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Spot’s Birthday Party 5-6 November Paisley Town Hall, Thursday 5 November 2pm and 4pm, Friday 6 November 12pm and 3pm | £16/£14/Family £50/ Groups 10+ £12/Babies under 12 months do not require a ticket | Ages 2+ and their grownups
The Tailor of Inverness Tuesday 3 November Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £17.50 (conc £14.50) | Ages 12+
Matthew Zajac’s stunning show about his PolishUkrainian father has entranced over 40,000 people, playing in a huge variety of venues. This is a rare chance to see this unforgettable and moving story of displacement and survival in war-torn Europe, a powerful allegory for all victims of war. THEATRE
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Dog Star Theatre
Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show. With integrated Makaton, catchy songs, dancing and lots of interactive party games, this is going to be the best birthday party ever! Spot has been an integral part of childhood for over 40 years and with his inquisitive nature and sense of curiosity, Spot helps families, babies and toddlers explore the world around them. FAMILY
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Archie Moss, Toby Shaer & Jack Warnock
Showaddywaddy
Saturday 7 November
Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £28.50
Friday 13 November
Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £14
Archie Moss, Toby Shaer, and Jack Warnock are a dynamic trio bringing together English, Irish and European traditional music with fresh arrangements, powerful musicianship and heartfelt song. Expect driving tunes, rich harmony and beautifully delivered vocals — a compelling blend of energy and warmth. MUSIC
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Franklin & Folk
“The Greatest Rock & Roll Band in The World” is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 5 decades! Formed in the 1970s, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the world extensively. Their live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits! MUSIC
Handshake Group
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John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right Thursday 12 November Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £35 / VIP £85 | Ages 14+
He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a political earthquake and transformed music for good. To coincide with the publication of his new book, the brilliant, funny and insightful I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right, he is touring the UK. Lydon will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career, , and take audience questions. He Could Be Wrong. He Could Be Right…
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Room on the Broom 20-22 November Paisley Town Hall | £16 / £14 / £50 Family Ticket Babies under 12 months do not require a ticket | Ages 3+
Iggety ziggety zaggety zoom! Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of Room on the Broom, the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The witch and her cat are travelling on their broomstick when they pick up some hitch-hikers–a friendly dog, a beautiful green bird and a frantic frog. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and–CRACK– it snaps in two... FAMILY
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Over the Rainbow: An Evening of Musical Theatre 26-28 November Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £19
Over the Rainbow brings Acquire’s 65-strong choir and 50-piece orchestra back to Paisley Town Hall for three nights of musical theatre this November. Familiar and unexpected in equal measure, the programme draws on some of the most beautiful writing the genre has to offer, brought to life with a rich choral sound and a full live orchestra. MUSIC
Acquire
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Winter at OneRen Everything you need for a magical winter, all in Renfrewshire
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Singing Hands Christmas Show with Makaton Saturday 21 November Johnstone Town Hall, 11.30am | £12.00 / £10.00 / £40.00 Family ticket
Come and kick-start your festive season with the Singing Hands Christmas Show! The show will feature an eclectic mix of Makaton-signed Christmas carols, festive rhymes, vintage tunes and the odd Christmas pop classic. The repertoire will be suitable for ALL ages and abilities. If you can, bring a jingle bell or tambourine plus a sensory light/torch. FAMILY
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Sleeping Beauty 25 November - 5 January Paisley Arts Centre | Tickets from £15 Tickets on sale: Group booking sales (15+ tickets): Thu 27 Aug, 10am on 0345 130 5218 General public sales: Tuesday 2 Sep, 10am
Join Chris Alexander and Alan Orr this Christmas for PACE Theatre Company’s 37th annual panto, Sleeping Beauty. Follow the story of Princess Penny, who finds herself taking a twenty-year nap thanks to a cursed spindle and an evil fairy! To wake the sleeping beauty, her adoptive mum, a bumbling wannabe-magician, and a rugged archaeologist must embark on a wonderfully chaotic quest. With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young people – this is one night out that no-one will want to miss!
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PACE Theatre in Association with OneRen Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group
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The Wee Mermaid 28 November - 5 December Johnstone Town Hall, 7.30pm / 2pm Saturdays | £20/£18
Wild Ivy Artisan Night Market
In sunny Costa Del Johnstone, land and sea have been at odds for years… but something fishy is going on beneath the surface. As magic, mischief, and mayhem collide, an unlikely hero must find their place between two worlds. With a daft chippie, a runaway prince, and a splash of seaside romance, this laugh-outloud adventure is packed with surprises, songs, and the classic panto fun our Johnstone audiences have grown to love.
Thursday 3 December
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Johnstone Phoenix Theatre Group
Paisley Town Hall, 5pm | Free
Wild Ivy hosts talented artisan makers and producers at markets full of locally made goods and produce, including apothecary, art, jewellery and gin. You’ll also find pop up workshops at each event, from candle making to flower arranging. Traders change at every market so there’s always something new to discover! EVENTS
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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra: Acoustic Duke Friday 4 December Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £7 - £30.50 / Under 16s Free
Soul On Sunday Live Presents: Here Comes The Girls! Saturday 5th December Paisley Town Hall, 4pm | £15 Early Bird | 18+
One of the greatest composers in jazz, Duke Ellington continues to inspire the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra. With music spanning his fifty years as a bandleader, performed with vitality, swing, and meticulous attention to detail, this concert showcases this titan’s depth and diversity. With an opening set by the Scottish National Youth Jazz Orchestra, reinvigorating Ellington classics and rarities, the SNJO continues its celebration of the Duke. MUSIC
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Celebrate Christmas with the ultimate Soul, Disco, Motown and Club Classics party! Enjoy spectacular live tributes to legendary artists including Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Diana Ross and Donna Summer, alongside timeless dancefloor anthems from ABBA, Chic, Sister Sledge and more. Hosted by Paul Njie with DJ Martin McCarron, this interactive live show promises an unforgettable afternoon. MUSIC
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A Georgia Cécile Kinda Christmas! Thursday 17 December Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £31
A glamorous festive jazz show blending original songs, beloved Christmas classics and the warmth of late-1960s jazz and soul. Led by Jazz FM Award-winning vocalist Georgia Cécile, and featuring her world-class band and special guest vocalists. “Absolutely sensational” - Jamie Cullum
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90’s Christmas Party!
Motown Hoedown Throwdown!
Friday 18 December
Saturday 19 December
Paisley Town Hall, Doors 7pm, Dinner 7:30pm | £59.95 / £650 Table of 12 | Early bird £10 off offer available until 1 September | Drink on arrival followed by a 2-course festive meal | Ages 18+
Paisley Town Hall, Doors 7pm, Dinner 7:30pm | £59.95 / £650 Table of 12 | Early bird £10 off offer available until 1 September | Drink on arrival followed by a 2-course festive meal | Ages 18+
Step back into the decade of bucket hats, boomboxes and unforgettable anthems at our 90’s Christmas Party! Sing your heart out to the biggest hits from the era, dance the night away with our live performers and DJ, and celebrate the festive season with nostalgic fun, festive cheer and non-stop party vibes. It’s the ultimate Christmas throwback you won’t want to miss!
Boot Scootin’ Meets Smooth Groovin’ at The Motown Hoedown Throwdown! Experience an unforgettable Christmas party where the soul of Motown collides with the energy of Country. Sing along to timeless classics, dance to party favourites and celebrate the season with incredible live entertainment and a DJ keeping the dancefloor buzzing all night long.
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Y2K Christmas Party! Saturday 19 December Johnstone Town Hall, Doors 7pm, Dinner 7:30pm | £54.95 / £600 Table of 12 | Early bird £10 off offer available until 1 September | Drink on arrival followed by a 2-course festive meal | Ages 18+
Relive the ultimate millennium party at our Y2K Xmas Party! Party to the biggest pop, dance and R&B anthems of the 2000s. Expect iconic throwback hits, high-energy live entertainment, a party DJ and plenty of festive nostalgia for a Christmas celebration that’s totally unforgettable!
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KPOP XMAS Sunday 20 December Johnstone Town Hall, 12pm & 3PM | £14.95 | Additional pre-show meet and greet £12 per head
Get ready for a festive explosion of music, dance and colour at our KPOP Xmas Party! Perfect for the whole family, this Christmas spectacular features incredible K-Pop-inspired performances, dazzling choreography, festive fun and non-stop interactive entertainment. A magical Christmas celebration packed with energy, excitement and unforgettable memories.
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Festive Films at Paisley Town Hall 21 & 22 December Paisley Town Hall
Join us this December for a magical season of festive film screenings at Paisley Town Hall! Settle in and enjoy a wonderful mix of holiday favourites, from family classics like Elf to heartwarming seasonal favourites Love Actually. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with friends, family, or a cosy date night. To make your experience even more special, we’ll be offering a range of seasonal food and drink offers designed to get you right into the Christmas spirit.
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Christmas Celebrations Monday - Thursday Paisley Town Hall Available: 12.00pm – 4.00pm or 7.00pm – 11.00pm
Celebrate the festive season in the spectacular surroundings of Paisley Town Hall. Whether you’re planning a corporate Christmas party, client event or festive gathering with friends and colleagues, our exclusive-use packages offer an unforgettable Christmas experience in one of Scotland’s most iconic venues. Book your exclusive Christmas celebration today. To enquire, email OneRen_eventhires@renfrewshire.gov.uk
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Colonel Mustard & The Dijon 5 plus support Wednesday 23 December Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £23
Colonel Mustard & The Dijon 5 are quite simply one of the most ridiculously entertaining live acts to emerge from Scotland in recent years - or anywhere else for that matter. They come to one of their favourite places, Paisley, to host what promises to be an unforgettable Xmas party. If you haven’t seen them before, imagine Primal Scream and Dolly Parton had children genetically fused with the DNA of Frank Zappa, Bob Marley, ABBA, James Brown, George Clinton and Neil Diamond. Their most recent single The Fathers Of Brazilian Football celebrates Paisley local Archie McLean. The Colonel says “We’ve had some of our wildest and greatest nights playing in Paisley and can’t wait to bring a big crimbo show to the Town Hall.”. Expect the unexpected when The Dijon Family come to town! MUSIC
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The McDougalls in Toyland Wednesday 23 December Johnstone Town Hall, 11am / 1pm / 3pm | £13 / £48 Family
Choo Choo! All aboard the Toyland Train and join Scotland’s top children’s theatre company for a fun-filled Christmas extravaganza! Join Max, Auntie Aggie and Morag the Rabbit as they set off on a festive adventure to the land of lost toys. They need YOUR help to return the toys to their owners before Christmas! Packed with singalong songs such as Jingle Bells and We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and lots of audience participation this is the perfect Christmas treat for your little ones. Bring your teddy bear to the show for this perfect introduction to live theatre. FAMILY
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The McDougalls
G4 Christmas 2026 Tuesday 29 December Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £22.50 - £65 plus £40.95 Meet & Greet add-on
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their Christmas tour. Ignite your Christmas spirit with a sprinkling of G4’s yuletide magic and their unique renditions of traditional carols, sacred contemplations, classical favourites and modern festive hits. MUSIC
Amick Productions
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The Mersey Beatles: 60 Years Of Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band Saturday 23 January Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £32
Festive Family Ceilidh
Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band remains a masterpiece 60 years after its release.
Wednesday 30 December Paisley Town Hall, 7pm | £15 / £50 Family ticket
The seasonal festive family ceilidh returns once again to Paisley Town Hall with the wonderful Clamjamfrie. Grab your dancing shoes and have some high energy fun as a family, learning some traditional Scottish dance steps. FAMILY
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Clamjamfrie
The Mersey Beatles bring this seminal work to life in all its psychedelic brilliance, before taking the audience on a journey through the rest of the Fab Four’s legendary catalogue; from the moptop pop of Beatlemania to the mature majesty of Abbey Road. “The best Beatles tribute band around” The British Beatles Fan Club MUSIC
RML
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A Country Night in Nashville Saturday 30 January
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Prepare to be transported on a musical journey through the decades; from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to The Chicks, Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves.
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Friday 12 February Paisley Town Hall, 8pm | £33
Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £29.50
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Onóir
Handshake Group
Donegal-based vocal group Onóir are a modern Irish folk quartet, who sing male vocal harmony-focused songs and musical arrangements. The band has over 175,000 followers across all social platforms and has been continuously on tour with their sell-out theatre show since March of 2023 with over 40,000 people having experienced the show. Onóir continue to sell-out venues in record time as their impassioned audiences are taken on a musical odyssey. MUSIC
Onoir Teoranta
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Tom McGuire & The Brassholes Saturday 27 February Paisley Town Hall, 8pm | £25
Tom McGuire & The Brassholes are a funk/ soul powerhouse who formed busking on the streets of Glasgow. They have since gone on to become one of the country’s most beloved live bands and a firm favourite on the festival circuit, selling out the QMU and Barrowlands en route. They have carved out their own hugely distinctive niche combining a classic pop sensibility with superb musicianship and innovative arrangements. Their soulful songs tell stories of turmoil, loss, celebration, sadness, frailty and joy in a hugely uplifting and life-affirming live show that absolutely has to be experienced.
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Vicky Jackson as P!nk Thursday 4 March Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £25
Ready Steady 60s Saturday 27 February Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £26
Join Ready Steady 60’s as they pay homage to legends including The Kinks, The Who, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Small Faces, The Move, The Hollies and The Animals. Relive the best of the Mod 60’s and the British Beat Boom as this fantastic band transport you back to a time of revolutionary music and unforgettable memories! MUSIC
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The Boyds Music
Vicky Jackson, recognised as the definitive P!nk tribute, has been wowing audiences worldwide with her energetic and authentic portrayal of this truly iconic artist since 2008. Her incredible live show with phenomenal vocals, bespoke costumes, and a rocking band delivers the authentic P!nk experience. Don’t miss your chance to experience all the major hits including So What, Just Like A Pill, Raise Your Glass, Try, Trustfall, Just Give Me A Reason and many more. MUSIC
Handshake Group
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Accidents of the Soul
A Scottish Comedy Collective
Saturday 6 March Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30 pm | £15 (£12 conc)
Saturday 13 March
Accidents of the Soul is a new dance-theatre show about emotions, structured as a living photoshoot in which entire worlds are built, captured in a moment on film, and then destroyed. This solo work by Lucy Ireland is about building emotions and then tearing them apart. What happens when we push feelings to their limits? through featof-endurance dancing, visually striking design and razor-sharp humour, Lucy plays with the audience’s expectations of how we feel and what we feel for.
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Shotput
Paisley Arts Centre, 8pm | £18 | Ages 18+
We are back! Join us for a sensational night of Live Stand-Up Comedy with “A Scottish Comedy Collective.” Comprising Raymond Mearns, Jay Lafferty, Cubby and Graham Mackie, stars of social media, stage and screen are serving up a fantastic evening of Stand-Up Comedy, Live in Paisley. This is your opportunity to enjoy the unique talents of these outstanding comedians in their natural habitat – Live and Unleashed On A Stage! COMEDY
A Scottish Comedy Collective
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Breabach The Drifters
Saturday 20 March Paisley Arts Centre, 7.30pm | £22
Wednesday 31 March
Twenty years after winning the Danny Kyle Open Stage Award at Celtic Connections, Breabach remain one of Scotland’s most innovative contemporary folk bands. Blending Highland and Island Gaelic traditions with modern influences, their distinctive sound features bagpipes, fiddle, whistle, step dance and song, driven by guitar and double bass. With eight acclaimed albums, worldwide touring, major collaborations and multiple awards, Breabach continue to push the boundaries of Scottish traditional music while captivating audiences around the globe. MUSIC
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Active Events
Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm | £31
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including Saturday Night at the Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come on Over To My Place, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin’ In The Back Row and many more! The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists Of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine. MUSIC
Artiste International Management
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Accessibility We welcome visitors with additional support needs. Facilities and accessibility varies depending on venue. Please contact the Box Office if you have any specific access needs for your visit and we will do our best to help: Please email OneRen_boxoffice@renfrewshire.gov.uk or call 0300 300 1210
Paisley Town Hall
Paisley Arts Centre
The spaces on our ground and first floor are now fully accessible, with improved disabled access and prime spaces for wheelchair users. There is also a lift to access the first floor.
The venue has ground floor level access, lowered bar counter for wheelchair users and accessible toilets on the ground and first floor. There is also a lift to access the 1st floor. We have also installed a deaf loop and Wi-Fi assisted listening in the auditorium.
Johnstone Town Hall
Parking at our venues
The venue is wheelchair and buggy accessible. There is an accessible toilet with baby change located on the ground floor. There is level access at the main entrance to the building. Unless stated otherwise on the performance listing, seating configuration is on a tiered seating bank.
Dedicated parking is available at Johnstone Town Hall.
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Getting here
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Johnstone Town Hall
location right in the heart of New 25 Church Street, theStreet, town, with various local Paisley PA1 1EZ amenities on our doorstep. It is Johnstone PA5 8FA served by the M8 motorway, just Open: Monday to Friday 8amPaisley Arts Centre Café a 20 minute drive from Glasgow 10pm Saturday 9am-5pm. brought to you by Blend City Centre and 8 minutes from Open TuesdayAirport. to Sunday: 10amGlasgow Train and bus Bianco Nero at 4pm. The cafe will also be open later links are excellent, with Paisley Johnstone Town Hall when there are events taking place Gilmour Street station just a 5 in the evening. Open: Mon-Fri 8.30am-2.30pm minute walk away.
Paisley Town Hall
Public Transport
Abbey Close Paisley, PA1 1JF
Train and bus links to Paisley are excellent, with Paisley Gilmour Street station just a 5-minute walk away from Paisley Town Hall.
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M8 Glasgow City Centre 15mins
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A761 Edinburgh Airport 1hr
Paisley Town Hall
Paisley Museum
Paisley Abbey
Paisley Arts Centre UWS
Glasgow Prestwick Airport 45mins
Johnstone Town Hall is a ten minute walk from Johnstone train station. For specific bus routes, please see McGills and First Bus timetables.
Disclaimer Please note that all venue and performance information is accurate at the time of going to print, but may be subject to change.
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