Mountains at the head of Glen Coe, with a viewpoint plaque in the foreground
The Scottish Highlands calendar

The Scottish Highlands: family

Updated 1 Nov 2026

1 event

Festivals, sport & seasonal 1

Family in the Scottish Highlands at a glance

Our the Scottish Highlands calendar has 1 listing under family: 1 with fixed dates. For 1 of 1, we read the dates on the organiser's own page. Every listing links to its organiser, so check opening times and tickets there before you travel.

This is a short list so far. For more choice, see family across the UK (7 listings) or everything on in the Scottish Highlands.

When they happen

The busiest months for family here are November and December, counting each month an event runs in.

What our the Scottish Highlands guide says about those seasons:

Autumn (September to November)
Some visitor sites and ferry timetables shorten as the season ends, so confirm opening before you plan a day trip. Mountain weather can still turn quickly.
Winter (December to March)
Glencoe Mountain Resort runs snow sports in winter. The Scottish Avalanche Information Service reports on hazards on the hills, and severe weather can close roads and lifts.

Where they happen

Other events in the Scottish Highlands

Family elsewhere

Family across the UK: 7 listings in London and our other destinations. By destination:

Plan the rest of your visit

Events change: check the organiser before you go. Dates and hours come from each organiser's own page, linked on every card.

All the Scottish Highlands events · The Scottish Highlands guide · London events · On today across the UK