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There are regular music festivals, events and sessions on the islands. Our pubs are friendly, our shows and festivals lively, and our music sessions world famous.

With such a strong community spirit, hospitable nature and a real sense of fun, it is no wonder Shetland has so many events happening.

Browse our events listings below to learn what you can do in Shetland.

Colour Key

  • Activities
  • Arts and Culture
  • Community
  • Maritime
  • Music
  • Sport
  • Walking

Today's Events:

Monday, May 12, 2008


 

Bingo

Every Monday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Rd, Lerwick.
8:00 PM


Other Events This Month:

May 12th, 2008 (Mon)

8:00 PM
  Bingo

Every Monday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Rd, Lerwick.

May 13th, 2008 (Tue)

  Shetland Western Line Dancing

Islesburgh Community Centre
Come along and join in for a bit of dancing.
Beginners 7.00pm - 8pm (NOTE TUES 29th MAY ONLY - 7.30-8pm)
Advanced 8pm - 10pm
Islesburgh home page http://www.islesburgh.org.uk/

May 14th, 2008 (Wed)

8:00 PM
  500 Cards

Every Wednesday.
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Road, Lerwick

May 14th, 2008 (Wed)

9:30 PM
  Traditional Music Sessions in the Lounge

The Lounge Bar, Mounthooly Street, Lerwick
Experience a fun night with traditional Shetland/Scottish music

May 16th, 2008 (Fri)

7:30 PM
  Bingo

Every Friday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Road, Lerwick

May 19th, 2008 (Mon)

  Amadea Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship Visiting Lerwick

Arrival: 07.00 from Ullapool (UK)
Departure: 13.00 to Gudvangen

Length: 190
Berth: Holmsgarth 5

May 19th, 2008 (Mon)

8:00 PM
  Bingo

Every Monday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Rd, Lerwick.

May 20th, 2008 (Tue)

  Shetland Western Line Dancing

Islesburgh Community Centre
Come along and join in for a bit of dancing.
Beginners 7.00pm - 8pm (NOTE TUES 29th MAY ONLY - 7.30-8pm)
Advanced 8pm - 10pm
Islesburgh home page http://www.islesburgh.org.uk/

May 21st, 2008 (Wed)

  Polar Star Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship Visiting Lerwick

Arrival: 00.00 from (T.B.A)
Departure: 00.01 to Kirkwall(UK)

Length: 87
Berth: Vic. Pier East

May 21st, 2008 (Wed)

8:00 PM
  500 Cards

Every Wednesday.
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Road, Lerwick

May 21st, 2008 (Wed)

9:30 PM
  Traditional Music Sessions in the Lounge

The Lounge Bar, Mounthooly Street, Lerwick
Experience a fun night with traditional Shetland/Scottish music

May 22nd, 2008 (Thu)

  National Geographic En Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship Visiting Lerwick

Arrival: 20.00 from Mousa
Departure: 13.00 (23rd May) to Bergen

Length: 90
Berth: Vic. Pier East

May 22nd, 2008 (Thu)

  Musical Evenings in the Asta Golf Clubhouse

Traditional Scottish/Shetland music.
Very informal
If you play come and join us or just come and listen.
Everybody welcome
Refreshments available

Venue: Asta Golf Clubhouse (near Scalloway)

From approx. 7.30pm

May 23rd, 2008 (Fri)

7:30 PM
  Bingo

Every Friday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Road, Lerwick

May 25th, 2008 (Sun)

  Polar Star Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship Visiting Lerwick

Arrival: 00.01 from Kirkwall (UK)
Departure: 23.59 (23rd May) to Bergen

Length: 87
Berth: Vic. Pier East

May 25th, 2008 (Sun)

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  North Isles Farmers' Market

Seafoods, meat, veg, preserves, plants, crafts.

Interested in selling your produce?
Table bookings - contact Anna Niven 01957 755245

Venue: Baltasound Hall, Unst

May 26th, 2008 (Mon)

8:00 PM
  Bingo

Every Monday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Rd, Lerwick.

May 27th, 2008 (Tue)

  Shetland Western Line Dancing

Islesburgh Community Centre
Come along and join in for a bit of dancing.
Beginners 7.00pm - 8pm (NOTE TUES 29th MAY ONLY - 7.30-8pm)
Advanced 8pm - 10pm
Islesburgh home page http://www.islesburgh.org.uk/

May 28th, 2008 (Wed)

8:00 PM
  500 Cards

Every Wednesday.
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Road, Lerwick

May 28th, 2008 (Wed)

9:30 PM
  Traditional Music Sessions in the Lounge

The Lounge Bar, Mounthooly Street, Lerwick
Experience a fun night with traditional Shetland/Scottish music

May 30th, 2008 (Fri)

  Quest Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship Visiting Lerwick

Arrival: 10.30 from Lewis (UK)
Departure: 14.00 to Mousa (UK)

Length: 50
Berth: Vic. Pier East

May 30th, 2008 (Fri)

7:30 PM
  Bingo

Every Friday. Come along and join in the fun!
Members and guests welcome.

Venue: Royal British Legion, 72 Commercial Road, Lerwick

Colour Key

  • Activities
  • Arts and Culture
  • Community
  • Maritime
  • Music
  • Sport
  • Walking