The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2022
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Events & Festivals in Scotland

Events in Scotland have the power to amaze and inspire you. Our atmospheric crowds, iconic venues and picture-perfect landscapes play host to everything from concerts to sporting tournaments. Choose from small cultural events throughout the year to one of our big annual festivals.

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Search a wide range of accommodation, events, food & drink options and things to do from indoor and outdoor attractions to activities, tours and more.

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Must-see events in Scotland

Performer on The Royal Mile during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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For events, choose Scotland

These world-leading events promise authentic experiences and seriously good times.

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Highland Games in Scotland

From the tug o' war to the caber toss, Scotland's Highland games are not to be missed.

Solas Festival: An annual cultural gathering at Errol Park

Scotland's Calendar of Events

As the seasons unfold, discover a calendar filled with natural splendour, outdoor adventures, Highland games, fantastic music, whisky, the world's biggest arts festival extravaganza and more. Are you ready for it? Get your tickets now!

Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, home to Scottish rugby.

Spring

Kickstart the New Year in style! Look out for family events at Easter, whisky and music festivals too.

See all spring events in Scotland

Highland Dancer; The Ballater Highland Games
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Summer

We're bringing the heat with our sizzling lineup of summer events and concerts in Scotland.

The summer see the most packed months for events in Scotland - particularly around music, Highland games and regional events such as on the islands, or the Common Ridings in the Scottish Borders.

See all summer events in Scotland

Autumn

The fun doesn't stop when the darker nights arrive. Scotland's festivals run all year round with some spectacular autumn events.

See all autumn events in Scotland

Winter

Be dazzled by the magic of Scottish festivals this winter as we gear up for Hogmanay, and another New Year.

See all winter events in Scotland

Find what inspires you

Whatever your passion, and whenever you plan to visit Scotland, we have an event for you.

Steak Barn at Balgove Larder, St Andrews

Food & Drink

Here is just a taste of what’s on this year in the food & drink scene. Be dazzled by local produce, experience cooking demos & tastings, and get a true taste of Scotland.

Find out more about Scottish Food & Drink

Music

Sample the sounds of Scotland at a unique music event with everything from folk to rock, in huge stadiums or on a quiet island in the summer sun.

Find out more about music festivals in Scotland

The Edinburgh International Book Festival
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Book Festivals

Enjoy new and old stories at one of our many book festivals and events.

Find out more about Scottish Writers & Literature

Spectator sports

Rugby in Scotland

Nothing beats the atmosphere of a fast-paced rugby game! Find out where you can see the sport in action.

Scottish Motor Racing Club

Find out more about motor racing in Scotland and how to get involved.

Horse Racing

Find race course and racing events in Scotland.

Royal Caledonian Curling Club

Find out more about the sport of curling and how you can get involved.

Shinty

Learn more about shinty, a sport which is at the heart of many communities across the Highlands.

7 Golf Tournaments to Attend in Scotland in 2024

See world-class golfing action at The Open and other great tournaments.

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