What's on
Argyll & the Isles - Scotland's Adventure CoastThe atmospheric landscapes and picture-perfect backdrops of Argyll & the Isles, are the perfect stage for our diverse range of music, cultural, sporting events, and festivals.
All year round you can explore what's on for foodies, whisky aficionados, music enthusiasts, history buffs, cultural admirers, adventurous souls, sport fanatics and everyone in between.
Go Wild About Argyll's Events & Festivals
Argyll & the Isles has a vibrant cultural heritage, sports and music and food & drink scenes, so it offers the perfect stage for many events, concerts, exhibitions and festivals.
Our annual programme includes many world-class events & festivals that attract visitors and audiences from all over the UK and beyond. Here are some of our top events, festivals and Highland Games.
- Fèis Ìle - Islay Festival of Music and Malt (May)
- FyneFest, Glen Fyne (May / June)
- The Sound of Gigha (June)
- Oban International Sea Shanty Festival (June)
- Tiree Music Festival (July)
- Inveraray Highland Games (July)
- ButeFest (July)
- Tarbert Seafood Festival (July)
- West Highland Yachting Week (July/Aug)
- Bute Noir (August)
- Cowal Highland Gathering (August)
- The Argyllshire Gathering / Oban Games (August)
- Mid Argyll Show (August)
- Bute Highland Games (August)
- Mull of Kintyre Music Festival (August)
- Doon the Watter Revival Music Festival, Dunoon (August)
- Cowalfest (September)
- Islay Jazz Festival (September)
- Jura Music Festival (September)
- World Stone Skimming Championships - Easdale (September)
- The Royal National Mod, Oban (October)
- Mull Rally (October)
- Tiree Wave Classic (October)
- Oban Bay Fireworks (November)
- Oban Winter Festival (November)
- Oban Hogmanay Fireworks (December)
- Helensburgh Festival of Light (December)
- Helensburgh Winter Market (December)
The Royal National Mòd
11th -19th October 2024The Royal National Mòd – Scotland’s premiere celebration of Gaelic language, culture and heritage – returns to Oban and Argyll in 2024.
Thousands of competitors and attendees will be welcomed to the town to take part in over 200 planned competitions and a diverse fringe programme of concerts, exhibitions, children’s activities, talks and more from 11-19 October 2024.
The Mòd an Òbain Local Organising Committee, alongside BID4Oban, The Rockfield Centre and An Comunn Gàidhealach will be working throughout the year to prepare a Mòd fringe programme that showcases the very best of what Oban, Argyll and the wider Gaelic community has to offer.
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The Potion-maker's Trail
7 dates between 22 Oct 2024 and 30 Oct 2024Can you free this ancient place from a magic spell? Find plants scattered around the site to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme to lift the curse.
A fun...
FOREST Drawing Workshop
6 dates between 22 Oct 2024 and 30 Oct 2024375 oak trees
375 people
You are invited to honour and witness one of 375 young oak trees, before they are planted, through the collective process and rit...
Whisky Tasting
Every day between 22 Oct 2024 and 31 Oct 2024Experience the rich and complex flavours of Scotland's most beloved whiskies. Our expert host will guide you through the history and stories behind each dram...
Painting Thursdays with Creative Blethers
24 Oct 2024, 31 Oct 2024Enjoy painting and drawing with like minded people in our weekly drop in sessions which will provide a relaxed atmosphere for beginners and the more experien...
Scottish Ceilidh Nights
24 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 31 Oct 2024We run regular ceilidh dancing, giving our dancers a true insight to the fascinating music and culture of Scotland. Our expert guides will talk you through t...
The Desperate Battles of the Birds - An Cath Gailb
25 Oct 2024Scottish storyteller JAMES MACDONALD REID and Scottish Korean musician RYAN WILLIAMS present a classic Gaelic folk tale, blending tradition with innovation....
Qi Gong – 25.10.24
25 Oct 2024What is Qi Gong? Qi Gong is designed to slow the nervous system down. You will learn the main principles of this ancient practice for restoring balance and h...
Clareoke
25 Oct 2024A fun filled night with karaoke. Every Friday night from 9 till late:) talented or just like to sing..we want to hear you and if your around in January we ha...
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Tie the knot in Argyll & the IslesWhether you're dreaming of a romantic beach ceremony on a secluded island or a traditional Scottish wedding in a historic castle, there are plenty of venues to choose from.
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