Stirling may be wee, but it’s small and mighty when it comes to events. Packed with unique venues and fantastic artists, it’s worth it to head out for the evening.
Here’s what’s coming up this month.
The Tolbooth
The Tolbooth, located in the heart of Stirling’s Old Town, used to be the city’s jail. Condemned as the worst prison in Scotland in the early 1800s, the poor conditions prompted the construction of the Old Town Jail next door. A wonderful venue with a dark past.
• 18 September: Singer-songwriter Nadia Reed
• 19 September: Celebrating Paul Simon with the Paul Simon Treatment
• Until 27 September: Ron O’Donnell exhibits ‘Beyond Home’ in partnership with the Stirling Photography Festival
• 20 September: She Drew the Gun, presented by Stirling Pride and Tolbooth, opening Stirling Pride 2025
• 26 September: From the Ground, a “Scottish soundscaping masterpiece”
Albert Halls
The Albert Halls first opened their doors in 1883 and has been an integral venue at the heart of Stirling ever since.
• From 12 – 14 September, the Albert Halls is hosting Bloody Scotland, the international crime writing festival hosted annually in Stirling. Featuring speakers such as Sir lan Rankin and Steph McGovern, it is worth checking out.
• 25 September: The Stirling Night Market, a bustling evening small business fair.
• 22 September: Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls
. 26 September: McFleetwood – bringing all things Fleetwood Mac.
• 27 September: The Mersey Beetles, a Beetles tribute.
Macrobert Arts Centre
Located right here on campus, the Macrobert Arts Centre does more than just films (although they do that too – student tickets only £2.50) The venue hosted the European Premiere of Braveheart back in 1995, so you never know, you may well sit where Mel Gibson sat…
• 20 September: Dylan Moran and Friends. You might recognise Dylan Moran from Black Books, Shaun of the Dead, or Notting Hill.
. 24 September: Mairi Campbell – Living Stone, a Fringe First Winning solo show.
• 25 September: Black Is The Colour Of My Voice, the Fringe First winning solo show.
That’s your lot for what’s on this month in Stirling, but there’s plenty more happening throughout the year. Stirling is a beautiful city, and though occasionally (unfortunately) overlooked, the creative scene is thriving. Enjoy Stirling and everything that it has to offer this September!
Featured Image Credit : MacRobert Arts Centre
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