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!
MOK Fest 2026
19th — 23rd August 2026Join us in Campbeltown for a celebration of music and culture set against the beautiful backdrop of Kintyre. Our festival showcases a diverse range of genres, from traditional Scottish and Pan-Irish folk music to contemporary rock and pop acts.
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.
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, 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
- Bute Highland Games (August)
- Mull of Kintyre Music Festival (MOKFest) (August)
- Mid Argyll Show (August)
- Doon the Watter Revival Music Festival, Dunoon (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)
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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 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)
- 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)
- Southend Highland Games, Kintyre (July)
- Taynuilt Highland Games, Nr. Oban (July)
- Mull Highland Games (July)
- West Highland Yachting Week (July)
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Ascog Hall Garden and Fernery
Every day between 07 Aug 2026 and 31 Aug 2026The unique feature of this three-acre garden is its Victorian Fernery with its elaborate glazed roof, springs and ponds providing a haven for many exotic fer...
100th Year of Bute Museum
Every day between 07 Aug 2026 and 31 Aug 2026Learn about the history and the wildlife of the island through the exhibits in the Bute Museum. Find out about those who lived on Bute in the past and see so...
Tom Harwood
18 dates between 07 Aug 2026 and 30 Aug 2026An exhibition of paintings by the film prop maker Tom Harwood.
His paintings integrate the observable world with elements of the surreal and otherworldly....
Bute Pride
07 Aug 2026Info
Bute Pride takes place from the 7th to 9th August 2026.
Bute LGBTQ+ is a community group on the Isle of Bute, Scotland. We hold monthly drop-in meetin...
West Coast Whisky Experience
11 dates between 07 Aug 2026 and 31 Aug 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...
Forage and Feast in Argyll
08 Aug 2026Located in beautiful Knapdale, with special permission from Nature Scotland, this immersive half day experience offers an introduction to the principles of s...
Story Wagon
08 Aug 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 29 Aug 2026The story wagon will return to the bandstand on the corner of High St and Montague St this summer sharing lots of exciting stories. Ideal for groups of all ages
Benmore Guided Walks Every Sunday and Tuesday
7 dates between 09 Aug 2026 and 30 Aug 2026Make the most of your visit and join one of volunteer garden guides for a seasonal walk every Sunday and Tuesday throughout the season.
Meet at the covered...
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