Hamilton town centre is getting ready for a brilliant day of local shopping, family fun and Scottish-themed entertainment as we host our Scotland Loves Local Warm-Up Event in the Regent Centre on Saturday 6 June, from 10am to 4pm.
The event has been organised as a celebration of all things local, ahead of Scotland Loves Local Week, which runs from 13 to 20 June. It is a chance to shine a spotlight on local traders, performers, community groups and the importance of supporting the businesses and organisations that help make our town centre vibrant.
Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy a lively market zone featuring over 20 local traders, with a fantastic mix of gifts, crafts, photography, bakes, candles, soaps, wellbeing products, community stalls and more. There will also be free family activities, including face painting and a free craft activity, making it a great day out for all ages.
The entertainment programme will bring a real Scottish feel to the day, with music, dancing and local talent taking centre stage.
Entertainment Programme
11:30am – 12:00pm
Paul O’Hagan
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Gary Coupland — The Music Man, formerly of Singing Kettle fame
1:00pm – 1:30pm
Bonnie Banks
1:30pm – 2:15pm
The Broclaimers — a fantastic local Proclaimers tribute act
2:30pm – 3:00pm
Highland Dancers from Margaret Livingston School of Dance
3:00pm – 3:30pm
Local performers
Market Zone
Visitors will be able to browse and support a wide range of local traders and community organisations, including:
Hamilton Information Project for Youth
Lanarkshire Pride CIC
Princess LS Scents
Angie Reynolds Photography
Hollie Jack’s Holistics
RSPB
Pour Your HeArt Out
The Dapper Dinosaur
Steve Chandler Photography
CassaJoJo Bakes
Chunky Chunks Bakes
Hennabynaheeda
St Andrew’s Hospice Shops
Kilbryde Hospice
Lala’s Apothecary
Rae Designs
Popcorn Man
Ootsie
Nature’s Lather
Whether you are coming along for the live music, the family activities, the market stalls or simply to enjoy a positive day in the town centre, this event is a great opportunity to celebrate Hamilton and show your support for local.
Scotland Loves Local is all about encouraging people to think local first — whether that is shopping with local businesses, supporting community organisations, enjoying local events or rediscovering what is on your doorstep.
Join us in the Regent Centre, Hamilton, on Saturday 6 June from 10am to 4pm and help us celebrate local traders, local talent and local pride.
Shop local. Support local. Love local.
