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BIG BURNS SUPPER

Dumfries, Until Sunday THE world’s biggest Burns celebration includes influential Glaswegian singersongwriter Donovan tomorrow night. Have a laugh tonight with comedian Jay Lafferty, or try cabaret with a Scottish twist tonight or tomorrow at Le Haggis. Families will enjoy the touching Bear and Butterfly, which boasts puppetry and live music along with sweet storytelling. bigburnssupper.com

PEEBLES OUTDOOR FILM FESTIVAL

Various venues, Peebles Today until Sunday

FANCY an exhilarating weekend? Try a film festival where the action is not restricted to the screen. As well as movies – including two thrilling premieres – the event boasts a huge range of outdoor activities. Hear from famed adventurers and join in with a host of exciting activities, including ride-outs, alpaca treks and ultra-runs.

eastgatearts.com/festivals-2/ creative-peebles-festival/peeblesoutdoor-film-festival

RED, RED ROSE STREET

Rose Street, Edinburgh Until tomorrow

CELEBRATE Robert Burns in the heart of the capital. Join in with the family ceilidh at Freemasons Hall, or get your funny bone tickled at the Burns Comedy Show. Wee ones can hunt for Rabbie on the Bairns’ Trail and seek out the six hidden pictures of the Bard on Rose Street.

redredrosestreet.co.uk

BEST OF BURNS

This weekend

WANT to host your own Burns supper but not sure where to start? There’s a handy online guide to help, including advice on speeches and poetry, the running order and even where to get your haggis.

ebooks.visitscotland.com/ burns-night-guide

For wee ones, there’s a special Burns for Weans guide online at

static.visitscotland.com/pdf/ rabbie-for-kids.pdf

147TH OPEN FAMILY EVENT

City Square, Dundee, tomorrow

THE 147th Open comes to Carnoustie, Angus, from July 15-22, when Jordan Spieth (pictured) will bid to retain the famous Claret Jug. To celebrate the early-bird pricing window, a family focused event is being held tomorrow from 10am-4pm. Find out more about this prestigious golfing tournament and have a go at the comeand-try sessions.

TheOpen.com