THE Scottish Parliament will be opened to the public as part of a day of celebrations to mark its 20th anniversary.
At the event on Saturday afternoon, visitors will be able to go behind the scenes at Holyrood and have the chance to sit in the Presiding Officer's seat.
Retro games will also be available, along with music and dance, while food and drink will be served.
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Sessions will also be hosted on the future of Scotland, where guests can remotely control robots, experience 3D holograms or discuss their aspirations for Scotland for the next 20 years.
Panel debates, including a Festival of Politics session discussing the concept of happiness, will also be held.
The celebrations will take place between 3pm and 8pm, with free entry.
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The Parliament's Presiding Officer, Ken Macintosh, said: "Our focus has always been for this Parliament to be open and accessible for all and what better opportunity to open our doors than for our 20th anniversary celebrations.
"There truly is something for everyone as we celebrate our birthday and play host to the best of Scottish culture.
"There's music, dance, food, games, talks, birds of prey and you can even sit in my chair. And best of all it's free.
"So come help us toast 20 years of your Parliament for what promises to be a great day out for all."
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