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!
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.
CowalFest '26
2nd to 4th October 2026Explore the stunning scenery, rich history and spectacular wildlife around the Cowal peninsula in Argyll with one of Scotland’s longest-established walking festivals.
The three-day festival runs from 2nd to 4th October and offers walks for all abilities, with expert guides on hand for peace of mind.
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.
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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Scottish Ceilidh Nights
5 dates between 14 Sep 2026 and 28 Sep 2026We run regular ceilidh dancing, giving our dancers a true insight to the fascinating music and culture of Scotland. Our expert guides will talk you through t...
Megaslam
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Mapping Arcadia: Chimu Peru Alastair Noble
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Ceòl Cholasa
17 Sep 2026An intimate festival showcasing top notch folk and traditional music, plus informal sessions and a festival club in the nearby hotel.
Werewolf Night/ Mafia / Traitors
17 Sep 2026, 24 Sep 2026Join a friendly, fully seated social deduction game night. We explain the rules quickly, so complete beginners are welcome. You can come alone or with friend...
Karen Dunbar: Aw Roon The Hooses
18 Sep 2026Bafta award winner Karen Dunbar is one of Scotland's best-known comedy actors and DJs. Starting off in the sketch show Chewin' the Fat, she then went on to...
Sea Change Film Festival
Every day between 18 Sep 2026 and 20 Sep 2026Scotland’s only annual film festival dedicated to empowering women in film. Screening films directed and produced by women throughout the weekend. Enjoy film...
Lavina Blackwall & Band with Support Alex Rex
18 Sep 2026We’re in for a real treat with this one. Lavinia Blackwall first made her mark as the standout soprano of Glasgow’s Trembling Bells. She has released a numbe...
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