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.
Featured Events, Festivals & Highland Games
Scotland's Adventure Coast is ready for you!
The Argyllshire Gathering - Oban Games
27th August 2026A day of Highland dancing, athletics, heavy field events and solo piping competitions, the Argyllshire Gathering's Oban Games is a highlight of the summer for the people of Oban, Argyll and visitors from around the world.
Dunoon Tradfest 2026
26th September 2026Dunoon Presents Tradfest music festival. Something for everyone, from small, free acoustic sessions to full-on ceilidh bands – mixing traditional & contemporary.
Live at the Loch Music Festival
18th to 20th September 2026Live at the Loch is a free, community-led and independent music festival in Tarbert, Argyll. Set on the banks of Loch Fyne, it brings together an outstanding line-up of bands, great food and family-friendly entertainment. No tickets or bookings are required — just turn up.
Go Wild About Argyll's Events & Festivals
Argyll and the Isles boast a vibrant cultural heritage, along with thriving sports, music, and food-and-drink scenes, making them the perfect stage for events, concerts, exhibitions, and festivals.
Our annual programme features numerous world-class events and festivals that attract visitors and audiences from across the UK and beyond. Here are some of our top events, festivals, and Highland Games.
2026
- Cowal Highland Gathering (August)
- The Argyllshire Gathering / Oban Games (August)
- Live at the Loch Music Festival - Tarbert (September)
- Jura Music Festival (September)
- Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival (September)
- World Stone Skimming Championships - Easdale (September)
- Dunoon Trad Music Fest (September)
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Islay Jazz Festival (September)
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Colonsay Food & Drink Festival (October)
- Cowalfest (October)
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Mull Rally (October)
- Tiree Wave Classic (October)
- Helensburgh Winter Festival (November)
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Oban Winter Festival (Nov - Dec)
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Loch Lomond Christmas Festival (December)
2027 Confirmed Dates
- Campbeltown Malts Festival (May)
- Bute Noir (August)
2027 Dates to be confirmed
- Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival (April)
- FyneFest, Glen Fyne (May)
- Helensburgh Food & Drink Festival (May)
- Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival (May)
- Fèis Ìle - Islay Festival of Music and Malt (May)
- The Sound of Gigha (June)
- Oban International Sea Shanty Festival (June)
- Tiree Music Festival (July)
- Inveraray Highland Games (July)
- Sound of Iona Music Festival (July)
- Loch Lomond Summer Fest (July)
- Southend Highland Games, Kintyre (July)
- Taynuilt Highland Games, Nr. Oban (July)
- Mull Highland Games (July)
- West Highland Yachting Week (July)
- Bute Highland Games (August)
- Mull of Kintyre Music Festival (MOKFest) (August)
- Mid Argyll Show (August)
- Doon the Watter Revival Music Festival, Dunoon (August)
- Argyll Food Festival (September)
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CowalFest
02 Oct 2026, 03 Oct 2026, 04 Oct 2026The Cowalfest walking festival, showcases the stunning lochs, glens and mountains of the Cowal peninsula in Argyll, with ramblers of all ages and abilities t...
Ardkinglas House Tours
5 dates between 02 Oct 2026 and 30 Oct 2026Visit Ardkinglas House -
House tours are available Most Fridays from
April - September
The House is still a much-loved family home and although not open to...
Qi Gong
5 dates between 02 Oct 2026 and 30 Oct 2026Wellness for all levels. Movement, breath work and developing inner balance and power. Qi Gong is designed to slow the nervous system down. You will learn th...
Bute Arts Society: Winter Season Concert (3) the Bute Wind Quintet ..... Alas Not From Bute
02 Oct 2026All former Royal Welsh Music College Students they perform a French themed, A Parisian Affair Programme: from Millhaud's jousting and jugglers, to Ravel's co...
West Coast Whisky Experience
4 dates between 02 Oct 2026 and 09 Oct 2026Savour five classic West Coast malts in this immersive blend of music and storytelling. This captivating show offers a perfect introduction to the vibrant cu...
Story Time at Waterstones
03 Oct 2026Taking place on the first Saturday of each month from 11:30am, one of our booksellers will read a selection of children's picture books. From beloved classic...
Sour Dough Workshop with Amy's Kitchen Bakery
03 Oct 2026Enjoy an active, hands-on day where you will mix a jar of sourdough starter and each shape, prove and bake a tin loaf. There will be freshly baked bread to e...
Oban Festive Lights Curry Night Fundraiser
03 Oct 2026Oban Festive Lights Curry Night Fundraiser Saturday 3rd October | Doors and bar open at 6pm, food 6.30pm
The Rockfield Centre The Rowan Room Community Cafe,...
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