Paisley Book Festival ⭐⭐⭐
Date: Friday 15 – Sunday 17 May 2026
Location: Various venues, Paisley town centre
Description: Now in its 7th year with theme "Everyday Heroes, Everlasting Icons." Features Scotland's most iconic writers and local talent showcase.
Relevance: Major cultural event; aligns with Paisley heritage positioning
Platform Suitability: Blog feature + Facebook + Instagram
Post Snippet (Facebook): "📚 Paisley Book Festival returns this May with Scotland's finest writers and local talent! Celebrating 'Everyday Heroes, Everlasting Icons' across Paisley town centre. Fri 15–Sun 17. #PositivePaisley #PaisleyBookFestival"
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New Paisley Music & Arts Street Festival ⭐⭐⭐
Date: August 2026 (exact date TBA)
Location: Paisley town centre
Description: Brand new festival celebrating music and arts; first of its kind for Paisley
Relevance: Major new event; excellent opportunity for early promotion and partnership positioning
Platform Suitability: Blog announcement + all social platforms
Post Snippet (Facebook): "🎭✨ Paisley's getting a brand new Music & Arts Street Festival this summer! Mark your calendars for August. More details coming soon. #PositivePaisley #PaisleyArts"
Paisley CarFest 2026 ⭐⭐⭐
Date: Saturday 20 June 2026
Location: Paisley town centre
Description: Supercars, vintage vehicles, free children's activities, live music, family atmosphere
Relevance: High-engagement family event; strong visual content opportunity
Platform Suitability: Facebook + Instagram (photo-heavy) + Blog preview
Post Snippet (Instagram): "🏎️ Paisley CarFest is BACK! Supercars, vintage classics, live music & family fun in the town centre. Sat 20 June. Get ready! #PositivePaisley #CarFest2026"
Source: PaisleyFirst.com
📅 UPCOMING EVENTS (Next 2 Weeks: May 10–24)
This Weekend (Sat 10–Sun 11 May)
The Laurettes (Music)
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
Time: TBA
Location: The Bungalow, Paisley
Description: Fiery 5-piece all-female Scottish band; part of "Month of Sundays" events
Platform: Facebook + Instagram
Post Snippet: "🎵 The Laurettes bring the fire to The Bungalow this Sunday! All-female Scottish rock. #PositivePaisley #LiveMusic"
The Southmartins (Music)
Date: Friday 9 May 2026
Time: TBA
Location: The Bungalow, Paisley
Description: Tribute band playing Housemartins & Beautiful South back catalogue
Platform: Facebook + Instagram
Post Snippet: "🎸 The Southmartins return to The Bungalow on Friday! Tribute night featuring Housemartins & Beautiful South classics. #PositivePaisley"
Barshaw Junior Parkrun
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 (weekly)
Time: Morning
Location: Barshaw Park, Paisley
Description: Free 2km timed run for juniors; weekly event
Platform: Facebook (community/health focus)
Post Snippet: "🏃 Barshaw Junior Parkrun every Sunday morning! Free 2km fun run at Barshaw Park. Get the kids active! #PositivePaisley #Community"
Gourock Highland Games
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
Location: Battery Park, Greenock (nearby)
Description: First games of Scottish season; family-friendly
Platform: Facebook (regional interest)
Post Snippet: "🏴 Gourock Highland Games this Sunday at Battery Park—first games of the season! Great day out for all ages. #PositivePaisley"
Try Bowls Event
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
Time: TBA
Location: Hawkhead Bowling Club, Paisley
Description: Free, open-to-anyone event; club provides equipment
Platform: Facebook (community/sport)
Post Snippet: "🎳 Try Bowls at Hawkhead Bowling Club this Sunday—FREE & open to everyone! All equipment provided. #PositivePaisley #Community"
Still Game Quiz Fundraiser for Accord Hospice
Date: TBA (weekend likely)
Location: Two Towns Down Brewery Taproom, Paisley
Description: Still Game-themed quiz night; fundraiser for Accord Hospice
Platform: Facebook (charity/community)
Post Snippet: "🎬 Still Game Quiz Fundraiser at Two Towns Down Taproom! Get your team together & support Accord Hospice. #PositivePaisley #Charity"
Week of May 12–18
Paisley Farmers Market
Date: Saturday 17 May 2026 (2nd Saturday of month)
Location: Paisley Town Centre
Description: Monthly farmers market by Ayrshire Farmers Markets
Platform: Facebook + Instagram
Post Snippet: "🥕 Paisley Farmers Market is on this Saturday! Fresh local produce in the town centre. #PositivePaisley #Local"
Gryffe Valley 10K Run
Date: Sunday 17 May 2026
Location: Houston, Renfrewshire (nearby)
Description: 10K race with scenic routes, 5K option, kids runs; community spirit
Platform: Facebook (sport/community)
Post Snippet: "🏃♂️ Gryffe Valley 10K this Sunday! Scenic routes, family-friendly, packed with community spirit. #PositivePaisley"
Dignity Tribute to Deacon Blue
Date: Friday 15 May 2026
Location: The Bungalow, Paisley
Description: Deacon Blue tribute band; standing gig with limited seating
Platform: Facebook + Instagram (music fans)
Post Snippet: "🎤 Dignity Tribute to Deacon Blue at The Bungalow on Friday! Recreating the classic Deacon Blue sound. #PositivePaisley #LiveMusic"
Week of May 19–24
PACE May Fest!
Date: May school holidays (exact dates TBA)
Location: The Paisley Centre, Paisley
Description: Performing arts festival for ages 3–21; open to members and non-members
Platform: Facebook (family/youth)
Post Snippet: "🎭 PACE May Fest is here! Performing arts festival for young people aged 3–21 at The Paisley Centre. #PositivePaisley #Youth"
May Féis Weekend
Date: TBA (May)
Location: TBA (Paisley area)
Description: 3-day celebration of traditional music, Gaelic song, and community by Féis Phàislig
Platform: Facebook + Instagram (cultural/music)
Post Snippet: "🎵 May Féis Weekend—3 days of traditional music, Gaelic song & community celebration! #PositivePaisley #TraditionalMusic"
🎪 ONGOING/RECURRING EVENTS
Weekly/Monthly Events
Event
Day
Location
Platform
Post Snippet
Free Tea & Toast Tuesdays
Every Tuesday, 9:30–11:30am
The Wynd Centre, Paisley
"☕ Free tea & toast every Tuesday morning at The Wynd Centre! Community gathering. #PositivePaisley"
Open Mic Night
2nd Tuesday of month, 7–9:30pm
Kettle Black, Paisley
Facebook + Instagram
"🎤 Open Mic Night at Kettle Black—sing, dance, recite poetry! 2nd Tuesday of every month. #PositivePaisley"
Tea Dance: Best Foot Forward
Every Tuesday
Ralston Community Centre
"💃 Tea Dance every Tuesday! Ballroom, Latin, Jive. All welcome. #PositivePaisley"
Little Acorns Sensory Classes
Weekly (Wednesday)
Paisley St George's Church
Facebook + Instagram
"✨ Little Acorns Sensory Classes—magical experiences for little ones! Wednesdays. #PositivePaisley"
Board Games Night
2nd Wednesday of month
Skirlies Cafe, Paisley
"🎲 Monthly board games night at Skirlies Cafe! 2nd Wednesday. Free entry. #PositivePaisley"
Weekly Board Games
Every Thursday, 7pm
Harvies Bar, Paisley
"🎲 Weekly board games at Harvies every Thursday! Dog-friendly, free entry. #PositivePaisley"
Local History Cafes
Saturdays (monthly)
Paisley Arts Centre
Facebook + Blog
"📖 Local History Cafes at Paisley Arts Centre! Discuss Paisley & Renfrewshire heritage. #PositivePaisley"
Saturday Saints
Weekly (Saturday)
Seedhill Community Sports Ground, Paisley
"⚽ Saturday Saints—St Mirren FC skill development for ages 7–13. #PositivePaisley"
Facebook Priority Posts (This Week)
Paisley Book Festival (May 15–17) — Blog link + event details
The Laurettes (May 10) — Music/entertainment
Paisley CarFest (June 20) — Advance notice
New Music & Arts Festival (August) — Announcement
Instagram Stories/Reels (Visual Focus)
CarFest visuals (supercars, family fun)
Music events (The Laurettes, Deacon Blue tribute)
Community events (farmers market, parkrun)
Recurring activities (tea & toast, board games)
Blog Features (Long-Form)
Paisley Book Festival 2026 Guide (link to full event details, author highlights, venue info)
Summer Events Preview (CarFest, Music & Arts Festival, 10K)
Weekly Community Calendar (recurring events roundup)