The Scottish Highlands: festivals

Festivals in the Scottish Highlands at a glance

Our the Scottish Highlands calendar has 2 listings under festivals: 2 with fixed dates. For 2 of 2, 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 festivals across the UK (55 listings) or everything on in the Scottish Highlands.

When they happen

• Jan0 listings
• Feb0 listings
• Mar0 listings
• Apr1 listing
• May1 listing
• Jun0 listings
• Jul0 listings
• Aug0 listings
• Sep0 listings
• Oct0 listings
• Nov1 listing
• Dec1 listing

The busiest months for festivals here are April, May, 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

• Distilleries and venues across Speyside
• Oban · Oban, Argyll & the Mull ferry

Other events in the Scottish Highlands

• Sport 1
• Food & drink 1
• Family 1
• Outdoor 1
• Community 1

Festivals elsewhere

Festivals across the UK: 55 listings in London and our other destinations. By destination:

• Cambridge 5
• Edinburgh 5
• Manchester 4
• Oxford 4
• York 4
• Glasgow 3
• Bath 2
• Bristol 2
• Cornwall 2
• The Cotswolds 2
• Northern Ireland 2
• The Peak District 2
• Wales 2
• The Jurassic Coast 1
• The Lake District 1
• Liverpool 1

Plan the rest of your visit

• The Scottish Highlands guide: areas, sights, food and stays
• Getting around the Scottish Highlands
• Where to stay in the Scottish Highlands
• Every event in the Scottish Highlands