Events in Coatbridge & Airdrie From 20th April – 26th April 2026

You can find live music, family-friendly gatherings, and cultural events across Coatbridge & Airdrie this week. The town’s offerings reflect longstanding community practices alongside evolving interests. In Coatbridge, performances take place at the former civic hall on Church Street, once used for local elections, and now hosting small-scale DJ sets from 8pm onwards during the final weekend of April. These events feature acid techno tracks and drum and bass remixes, focusing on underground soundscapes rather than mass appeal. One event references Lewis Carroll’s work through curated audio loops and immersive lighting at The Old School building in Coatbridge, an informal tribute to Alice’s dreams.

In Airdrie, programming remains quieter but consistent, rooted in civic life. Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life hosts a daily exploration of the town’s industrial past every afternoon between 1pm and 4pm on weekdays, including guided walks along historic canal paths near the old ironworks site. Families can engage with interactive displays that examine coal extraction methods using period tools recovered from local mines.

Craft activities are available at Airdrie Library, open daily until 6pm, and small-scale mess-making sessions for children take place in public parks like Bo'ness Road Green, though access requires caution due to steep gradients and roundabouts. The Quadrant shopping centre remains a focal point for social activity despite criticism of its clock tower design, which originated from an informal sketch on the back of a beer mat.

Live music continues into late evening at venues such as The Forge in Coatbridge, located near the rail line junction, and Airdrie’s Community Centre, both accessible via local bus routes. Parking remains limited during events and especially around Clydeside Easter Funland when operating hours extend past 9pm on weekends.