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Local Events Calendar
There are always events taking place in and around Strathnairn, Inverness and Loch Ness. If you're looking for something to do, this calendar might be a good starting point! Whilst we aim to keep it as up-to-date as possible, please confirm any dates, ticketing details etc. directly with the event organisers.
2026
Eden Court
Whether you like drama, dance, cinema, comedy, art or live music The Eden Court (on the banks of the River Ness) offers a wide variety of arts entertainment throughout the year. Check out their programme of What's On...
Inverness Museum & Art Gallery
Find out about the unique history and culture of the city of Inverness and the Scottish Highlands at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. Explore the fascinating range of artefacts and collections that celebrate Highland life and heritage. The art galleries feature both permanent and temporary exhibitions, which includes work from local artists and crafters in our community
We reference the website Visit Inverness Loch Ness for much of the information on our events calendar. Click on the button below to access their website.
4 APRIL onwards
Ness Islands Mini Railway opens
The Ness Islands Railway is a 7 1/4 inch gauge railway. It is a public railway that starts in Whin Park. It's a hidden gem in the middle of Inverness.
30 MAY
The Gathering
The Gathering Festival is back for one day in Inverness, celebrating the best of the Highlands & Scotland, live music, culture, food & drink.
11.30am - 10.30pm
MAY onwards
Highland Games
Every Highland games event in Scotland has a unique character and tradition and many are held in simply stunning locations. Experience the Highland games in all its glory and enjoy the amazing atmosphere that the games offer.
13 & 27 JUNE
Market on the Green, Drumnadrochit
This is a market of local handmade crafts and produce. All vendors live in the Highlands and make their own produce.
11 JULY
Inverness Highland Games
Annual Highland Games in the heart of Inverness.
A day full of fun, traditional Highland competitive events, trade stalls and delicious food . A good day out for all ages.
This is a ticket only event and takes place in Bught Park IV3 5SP.
11 & 25 JULY
Market on the Green, Drumnadrochit
This is a market of local handmade crafts and produce. All vendors live in the Highlands and make their own produce.
1 AUGUST
The Nairn Show
This the agricultural show for Nairnshire Farming Society and includes livestock judging, main ring events, the world famous Galcantray Clydesdales, a craft fair and food stalls. https://www.nairnshow.org.uk/
30 July - 1 August
Belladrum
The Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival is the biggest annual performing arts festival in the Highlands. The 3 days are packed with music , comedy, cabaret, dance, the spoken word and even wrestling.
To find out who are the headline acts and to discover the full programme, click on the button below.
The Belladrum Estate, IV4 7BA
8 & 29 AUGUST
Market on the Green, Drumnadrochit
This is a market of local handmade crafts and produce. All vendors live in the Highlands and make their own produce.
7 & 8 AUGUST
Moy Country Fair
Moy Country Fair offers a diversity of entertainments and activities for all of the family! The emphasis is on field sports activities with competitions in fly casting, gun dog handling and clay pigeon shooting.
There are also lots of stalls selling the best of Scottish produce (food drinks and crafts).
The event will be held at The Moy Estate, Moy, IV13 7YQ. There is an entry fee for this event.
5 & 6 AUGUST
Black Isle Show
The Black Isle Show is the largest agricultural show for the North of Scotland. There will also be lots of trade stalls, food stalls and arts and crafts. It is a day-out not to be missed!
Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord IV6 7RS
15 AUGUST
Nairn Highland Games
150th Nairn Highland Games!
During the morning, the junior piping competitions and field events take place. From midday the massed bands of the pipes and drums will leave Viewfield House (Nairn Museum) and march to the Links which signals the start of the traditional heavy events.
The programme below is for interest only because it relates to the 2025 event :-
10.30am - Junior Piping competition begins (Putting Green area)
11.45am - Junior Athletics field events begin (Main Arena)
12 noon - Kiddies Races (for Toddlers to age 8 years old) no registration required
12.30pm - Senior Piping competition begins (Putting Green area)
12.30pm - Half Marathon starts from Main Arena
12.30pm - Massed Pipe Band leaves Viewfield, marching down the A96, arrive in Main Arena at approx 12.45pm
1.00pm - Heavies, Dancing and Senior Athletics competitions begin
2.15pm - Massed Pipes and Drums
2.30pm - Tug o War competition (approx time)
2.50pm - Drum Major Competition
3.30pm - March of the Pipes and Drums and British Legion Colour Parties
4.30pm - Massed Pipe Bands leave the Arena
This is a free event and takes place at the Wallace Bandstand IV12 4EA.
22 AUGUST
Glenurquhart Highland Gathering and Games
Glenurquhart Highland Games include the traditional events performed by the heavyweight athletes – throwing weights and hammers and tossing the caber. In addition, there is the Glen Challenge and track races for adults and children, solo piping and the very popular Tug o’ War. There will be trade stands and food and drink outlets.
There is an entry fee for this event.
5 SEPTEMBER
The Braemar Gathering
Since 1848, The Gathering has been attended regularly by the reigning Monarch and members of the wider Royal Family. The Gathering is essentially a Highland Games and offers many of the sporting activities found at other Games. However, the foot races at the Braemar Gathering are the world’s oldest, having been organised on a regular basis since 1832.
There will be trade stands and food and drink outlets.
There is an entry fee for this event.
12 & 26 SEPTEMBER
Market on the Green, Drumnadrochit
This is a market of local handmade crafts and produce. All vendors live in the Highlands and make their own produce.
27 SEPTEMBER
Loch Ness Marathon
A really scenic run around the sides of Loch Ness. What better route than that, to take your mind off the physical challenge ?
OCTOBER
Ness Book Fest
NessBook Fest is organised by the community for the community therefore all events are free of charge and can be booked via the link below
25 April 2027
Loch Ness Etape - cycle event
Apply for the 2027 event through this link.