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!
Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 25/26
12th - 19th July 2026The Clipper Race fleet will once again sail into Oban in the summer of 2026. Cheer on the Scotland Yacht crew and celebrate by taking part in the Festival of the Sea.
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 and enjoy.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our home.
Taste Dunoon – Food & Drink Festival
25th & 26th July 2026Dunoon Presents is delighted to introduce the first-ever Taste Dunoon – Food & Drink Festival on the 25th & 26th July 2026.
This is a FREE entry event
Over the packed weekend, there will be a great selection of artisan food & drink producers, an exciting range of talks, tastings and demos
a selection of fun workshops (fee applicable), a food & drink trail
and a whole host of fringe activities
Go Wild About Argyll's Events & Festivals
Argyll and the Isles boast a vibrant cultural heritage, as well as thriving sports, music, and food and drink scenes, making them the perfect stage for numerous 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
- 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)
- Festival of the Sea - Clipper Race 2026 - Oban (July)
- Tiree Music Festival (July)
- Inveraray Highland Games (July)
- Sound of Iona Music Festival (July)
- Loch Lomond Summer Fest (July)
- Bute Highland Games (August)
- Mull of Kintyre Music Festival (August)
- Mid Argyll Show (August)
- Doon the Watter Revival Music Festival, Dunoon (August)
- West Highland Yachting Week (August)
- Bute Noir (August)
- Cowal Highland Gathering (August)
- The Argyllshire Gathering / Oban Games (August)
- Live at the Loch Music Festival - Tarbert (September)
- Jura Music Festival (September)
- Argyll Food Festival - Oban (September)
- Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival (September)
- World Stone Skimming Championships - Easdale (September)
- Dunoon Trad Music Fest (September)
- Cowalfest (September)
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Islay Jazz Festival (September)
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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)
2026 Dates to be confirmed
- Colonsay Food & Drink Festival (October)
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Scotand vs Haiti world cup
13 Jun 2026This will be Scotland’s first World Cup match in 28 years and we’ll be showing the game live across all screens with Stevo on the tunes before kick-off to bu...
Pop-Up Opera
13 Jun 2026, 14 Jun 2026Join Scottish Opera this summer to experience opera on a miniature scale, with specially created 30-minute performances brought to life by two singers, two i...
World Cup in Oban (Haiti vs Scotland)
15 Jun 2026Join us for Scotland's opening game of World Cup 2026! Round up your squad and get along to support the team!
World Cup in Oban (England vs Croatia)
17 Jun 2026Watch England's opening game of the World Cup 2026
Oban International Shanty Festival
19 Jun 2026, 20 Jun 2026, 21 Jun 2026A weekend of rip-roaring songs and music of the sea courtesy of great musicians, amidst the spectacular scenery of the Western Highlands. Organised by the TM...
Oban International Shanty Festival 2026 Friday Concert
19 Jun 2026The first concert in a weekend of songs, stories and music of the seas from the cream of shanty singing featuring: the divine harmonies of quintet All@Sea, g...
World Cup in Oban (Scotland vs Morocco)
19 Jun 2026The Tartan Army gathers again for another huge World Cup night as Scotland take on Morocco, shown live on the big screens at Oban’s home of the World Cup.
How to play the Bones
20 Jun 2026The Dutchman, Hans Weehuizens workshop on How To Play The Bones offers the chance to learn one of the oldest rhythmic instruments. A favourite of whalermen w...
Your destination for a magical wedding
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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