1 Still Game: Live 2
The SSE Hydro, Glasgow, February 4-16
Jack and Victor will make their highly anticipated return to the Hydro for a 13 night residency on Saturday.
Following the duo’s sell-out live debut in 2014, the new show brings the beloved cast back together for their most ambitious outing yet.
Packed full of new material and appearances from fan favourites including Navid, Isa and Boabby, this is one show comedy fans will not want to miss.
Tickets cost £39.75-£56.20. Visit www.thessehydro.com.
2 Harry Potter Book Night
Various Waterstones’ store across Scotland, today until February 9
Harry Potter fans will be able to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the boy wizard’s first adventure during these magical nights.
Waterstones stores across Scotland will host a variety of events including parties, quizzes and theme days to mark 20 years since the release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
There will also be treasure hunts, drawing competitions, wizarding quizzes and fancy dress contests, with prizes for the best dressed for witches or wizards.
Entry is free. Visit www.waterstones.com.
3 FebruaryFest
Clachaig Inn, Glencoe, February 3-March 4
Beer aficionados will get the chance to sample some of Scotland’s finest pints during FebruaryFest.
Set in the stunning surroundings of Glencoe, the festival, which has been running for more than 20 years, boasts a packed programme, including live music, quiz nights and tasty traditional foods.
If beer’s not your preferred tipple then don’t worry, there will also whisky tastings and a Scottish gin night.
Ticket prices vary. Visit www.glencoescotland.com.
4 The Six Nations
BT Murrayfield, Edinburgh, February 4
Scotland will take on Ireland in the opening match of their Six Nations campaign at Murrayfield on Saturday.
The Scots have a lot to prove against the 2014 and 2015 champions after coming fourth in last year’s tournament.
England v France and Italy against Wales complete the opening weekend's match line-ups.
Ticket prices vary. Visit www.scottishrugby.org.
5 The Fife Jazz Festival
Various venues, Fife, February 3-12
Music fans are in for a treat when the jazz festival swings into Fife on Friday.
Celebrating all styles, the festival features everything from the avante-garde to traditional jazz.
Highlights include performances from The Chris Barber Band, Blues N Trouble and Ina Forsman.
Ticket prices vary. Visit http://www.fifejazzfestival.com.
6 The Science of Whisky
Glasgow Science Centre, Glasgow, February 3
If you’ve ever wondered how whisky is made then this could be the event for you.
Glasgow Science Centre will team up with the Good Spirits Company tomorrow to reveal the science that goes in to making the perfect dram.
Whisky lovers will learn about six different drams during the evening before enjoying a final tipple under the stars of the Science Centre’s planetarium.
Tickets cost £30. Over 18s only. Visit www.glasgowsciencecentre.org.
7 Event Horizon: The Charles Gross Special
The Banshee Labyrinth, Edinburgh, February 6
Book worms will be transported into a sci-if realm when Charles Gross launches his new book in Edinburgh on Monday.
The award-winning British author will discuss and read excerpts from his new sci-if novel, Empire Games, during the evening.
He will also answer questions from fans and discuss his work with Andrew J Wilson.
Entry is free. Visit www.shorelineofinfinity.com.
8 Tartans and Turbans Burns Supper
Doubletree by the Hilton, Glasgow, February 4
The traditional Burns supper will be given a Punjabi twist during this exciting evening.
Hosted by Hardeep Singh Kholi, the Burns supper features a three course meal, poetry readings and entertainment from acts including DJ Harri, Dhol Players and Bollywood Dancers.
All funds raised on the night will be used to support the work of the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH).
Tickets cost £40. Visit www.samh.org.uk.
9 Scottish Cheltenham Trials
Musselburgh Race Course, East Lothian, February 4-5
Some of the finest horse racers in the country will showcase their skills at Musselburgh this weekend.
Riders from across the UK will take part in the trials as they compete to secure a spot at the Cheltenham Festival or Aintree Grand National.
The weekend includes The Edinburgh National and the first four mile race to ever be staged at Musselburgh.
Tickets cost £20 for adults and £15 for concessions. Visit www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk.
10 South Lanarkshire Comic Con
Rutherglen Town Hall, Rutherglen, February 4
Comic book fans will be in geek heaven when Comic Con lands in South Lanarkshire on Saturday.
The event, held in association with The Big Glasgow Comic Page, includes cosplay competitions, workshops, quizzes, films and guest talks from comic artists and writers.
As if that was not enough, there will also be over 50 traders selling everything from graphic novels and comics to action figures and crafts.
Entry is free. Visit www.sllcboxoffice.co.uk.
11 Two Door Cinema Club
Barrowlands, Glasgow, February 3-4
Northern Ireland’s premier electro indie trio will bring their unique brand of rock to Glasgow this weekend.
The band will perform tracks from their new album Gameshow as well as numbers from their impressive back catalogue during the shows.
Support will be provided by Circa Waves.
Tickets cost £21. Visit www.twodoorcinemaclub.com.
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