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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.
Featured Events, Festivals & Highland Games
Scotland's Adventure Coast is ready for you!
Cowal Highland Gathering
Join around 23,000 people who visit every year to soak up the unique, friendly atmosphere and stunning Highland location.A festival of Scottish culture and family entertainment. The Cowal Gathering is the largest, most spectacular Highland games in Scotland.
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 Winter Festival (November/December)
- Helensburgh Festival of Light (December)
- Helensburgh Winter Market (December)
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Boogie Days – Daytime Disco
08 Nov 2025Boogie Days are coming to Dunoon! Get ready for an afternoon packed with top tunes, feel-good vibes, and non-stop dancing right through to the early evening....
Face The West
08 Nov 2025Face The West are an Electro Celtic band from the Isle of Lewis. Their enthusiasm and infectious spirit make this a must see live show.
Autumn Harvest Foraging
09 Nov 2025Starting from The Pierhouse you will take a leisurely stroll exploring nature’s pantry on the way. With welcome refreshments, snacks and tasters throughout t...
Winter Foraging Workshop
09 Nov 2025Starting from The Pierhouse you will take a leisurely stroll exploring nature’s pantry on the way.
With welcome refreshments, snacks and tasters throughout...
Oban Winter Festival
Every day between 14 Nov 2025 and 30 Nov 2025The coastal town gets festive with a series of activities, films and light shows to celebrate the fluffy white season that carries the year to a close. There...
Glasville – The Modern Country Music Show
14 Nov 2025Glasville have established themselves as the pinnacle of modern country music shows in the UK, bar none. Be prepared for one of the most immersive country mu...
Mark Nelson
14 Nov 2025Multi-award winning comedian Mark Nelson embarks on his first ever nationwide tour.
A hugely sought after headliner throughout the UK and abroad, Nelson br...
Bruce Fummey: Scotland Made The World
15 Nov 2025Discover the unparalleled charm and comedy of Bruce Fummey, where humour meets Scottish history and insightful storytelling.
Bruce, the comedian behind the...
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