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 and the Isles have a vibrant cultural heritage, sports, music, and food and drink scenes, so they offer the perfect stage for many events, concerts, exhibitions, and festivals.
Our annual programme includes many world-class events and 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)
- Helensburgh Food & Drink Festival (May)
- Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival (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)
- Sound of Iona Music Festival (July)
- Tarbert Seafood Festival (July)
- West Highland Yachting Week (Aug)
- Bute Noir (August)
- Cowal Highland Gathering (August)
- Mid Argyll Show (August)
- Bute Highland Games (August)
- Doon the Watter Revival Music Festival, Dunoon (August)
- Mull of Kintyre Music Festival (August)
- The Argyllshire Gathering / Oban Games (August)
- Argyll Food Festival, Oban (September)
- Cowalfest (September)
- Islay Jazz Festival (September)
- Jura Music Festival (September)
- World Stone Skimming Championships - Easdale (September)
- Mull Rally (October)
- Colonsay Food & Drink Festival (October)
- Tiree Wave Classic (October)
- Oban Bay Fireworks (November)
- Oban Winter Festival (November/December)
- Oban Hogmanay Fireworks (December)
- Helensburgh Festival of Light (December)
- Helensburgh Winter Market (December)
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Guided Tour of Dunollie Castle
10 dates between 17 Jun 2025 and 30 Jun 2025Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Lorn and the Clan MacDougall by taking part in a guided tour of Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds in Oban.
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Mull Youth Theatre: Seniors
17 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025The world needs more imagination, curiosity, creativity and storytelling.
Join Mull Youth Theatre to create magic, master theatre skills and share unforgett...
From Brick to Building: Mount Stuart's Development
Every day between 18 Jun 2025 and 30 Jun 2025To mark 30 years of public opening of Mount Stuart House & Gardens, this exhibition explores the estate’s architectural evolution. From origins at Rothesay C...
Wizard of Oz
18 Jun 2025, 19 Jun 2025Oban's Spotlight Musical Theatre Group are proud to present our first full musical production by our junior members.
The Wizard Of Oz is a much-loved stor...
Beyond After All
18 Jun 2025Space to speak about death together.
This is facilitated time for group conversation to share any experiences, feelings or questions around death. It can ho...
Kilmartin Glen Guided Walk
18 Jun 2025, 25 Jun 2025The walk is led by two of our knowledgeable volunteer walk guides who will be able to tell you about the history of the glen while you enjoy a walk in the st...
Haven
10 dates between 18 Jun 2025 and 29 Jun 2025Haven is an exhibition of small-scale sculptures by Lewis Robinson that explores the recurring idea of the ‘house’ motif which has punctuated his practice fo...
Nourish: a Wild Midsummer Escape to Tiree
18 Jun 2025Join Forager The Wild Cooke and Free diver Mara Adventures for a five night adventure in the Inner Hebrides exploring by land sea and nourishing our bodies,...
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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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