Living Lerwick manage a number of events and activities in the town centre during the year. Working with local businesses, these are aimed at locals and visitors to Shetland to increase footfall and provide a great day out.
Download our CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019 for dates of planned events, and a list of expected Cruise Ships due into town - including ship capacity numbers.
Shopping Week 2019
Join us in Lerwick Town centre for a programme of activities, events, special offers and competitions as we celebrate Shopping Week from 3rd to 11th August.
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Teddy Bear Scavenger Hunt at Harry's
The Teddy bears have escaped! Can you help to find them all? Head up to the toy department in Harry's to pick up a teddy bear scavenger hunt form and search the store for the bears.
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125 Years at Smith & Robertsons
Smith & Robertson's celebrates 125 years of trading on Commercial Street. A special commemorative window display will look back at times gone by.
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Lerwick Waterfront Pirate Hunt
Lerwick town centre was once the backdrop of smugglers and pirate activities. Follow clues from the Lodberries to Hay's Dock and find the pirates.
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Pirates and Mermaids Chocolate Party
Welcome to a special Pirate and mermaids chocolate workshop! A mix of craft and chocolate creations for ages 5-10 years.
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J G Rae Workshop Demonstrations
Jewellery making demonstrations at J G Rae. Monday, Tuesday, Friday, 11.00am - 4.00pm
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Pebble Painting and Drawing at Harry's
Drop in to Harry's toy department and have a go at painting pebbles, painting pictures or drawing.
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Chocolate CakePops with Island Larder
It's Shopping Week so we are making Cake Pops! Suitable for ages 10+.
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Hamma Beads and Plus Plus at Harry's
What can you make from Hamma Beads and Plus Plus bricks? Hours of entertainment to be had for all ages. Come along to Harry's toy department and have a go.
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Dim Riv Harbour Trip
Sail around Lerwick harbour like a Viking aboard the longship, Dim Riv!
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Games Day at Harry's
What's your favourite game? Are there any you haven't tried? Drop into Harry's this afternoon for a games day and see if you can find a new favourite.
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Tea Tasting at C'est la Vie
Join Valerie Devaux Piquer as she explains the ingredients, benefits and tastes of a variety of specialist teas. £12.00 per person
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Jet Ski Safari Tour
Take a safari sight seeing trip through Lerwick harbour on a jet ski. Limited timeslots remain
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Play Foam Demo at Harry's
Come and see what you can make with play foam! This versatile modelling foam comes in lots of bright colours and can be moulded into just about anything.
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Facepainting
Would you like to be a pirate, a mermaid or a shark!? Get your face painted as your favourite sea character as Lerwick Shopping Week celebrates with Shetland Boat Week.
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Jet Ski Taster Session
Have you ever been on a jet ski? Want to try it? These 15 minute taster sessions are perfect to give it a go.
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Young Musicians Showcase at The String
The String present the weekly Young Musicians Showcase event. Guests include High Level Hot Club, Skelburn & High Level Fiddlers with Andy Kain.
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Bookbug Session at Harry's
It's the annual Bookbug teddy bears picnic at Harry's! Shetland Library staff will be on hand to deliver this popular session.
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Lerwick Lifeboat Demonstrations and Tour
Watch as the Lerwick Lifeboat crew manoeuvre the impressive boat around the harbour and demonstrate how a 'man overboard' is rescued.
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Ievoli Black - Coastguard vessel open day
HM Coastguard is holding an open day giving visitors the chance to go behind the scenes and explore the UK's Emergency Towing Vessel (ETV), Ievoli Black.
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Wrest - live at The String
Indie band, 'Wrest' play live at The String, supported by Adam Guest.
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Baby Hoedown with Bambeenies
Join Bambeenies at The String for a morning of Western fun. This session is suitable for babies, 0-12 months.
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Mini Hoedown with Bambeenies
Join Bambeenies at The String for a morning of Western fun. This session is suitable for children aged 1-4 years.
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ShantYYellmen at Harrison Square
Ahoy Shipmates! Let the tuneful voices of the ShantYYellmen entertain you as they sing a series of sea shanties at Harrison Square. Suitable for all ages.
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Living Lerwick 5k Fun Run
Take part in the 2019 Living Lerwick 5k Fun Run - or walk! Extended this year from lanes only to a full 5k, individual runners and family or team groups are invited to take part and all proceeds go to Shetland MRI Scanner Appeal.
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Meet Miniature Shetland Ponies
Come along to Harrison square to meet the adorable miniature Shetland ponies, Bonnie and Little Miss Sunshine.
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Shetland Motorcyclists for Charity - Muster and Parade
The 2019 Shetland Motorcyclists for Charity Event musters on Victoria Pier before leaving for a parade loop of the town at 3.00pm. Living Lerwick is pleased to promote and support this event in aid of local charities.
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