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Celtic Connections
Glasgow
16 January - 3 February 2008
Thousands of visitors come to Glasgow to
attend this large Celtic festival. The
event got its start in 1994 and is held
at various venues through out the city.
The festival features budding musicians
along with international stars.
Glasgow International Comedy Festival
Glasgow
6 March - 23 March 2008
This festival is approaching its seventh
year and has become the largest comedic
event in Scotland. Over 200 events are
held through out the city at different
venues ranging from stand up, film,
children's events, and workshops.
Glasgow Art Fair
Glasgow
27 March - 30 March 2008
George Square is filled with buyers,
sellers, and art lovers in general
during this event. The fair is grown
into one of the largest art festivals in
the UK and features work from 53 of the
city's finest art galleries.
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
Thursday May 1st
Monday May 5th 2008
A Fabulous Five days packed with Whisky
Tours, Tastings, Food Events, Outdoor
Activities, Music and Song.
Highlands & Islands Music and Dance
Festival
Oban
May 2008
Celebrate traditional Scottish culture
during this festival. Music and dancing
is enjoyed by all. There are dancing
competitions, fiddle performances, and a
parade.
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Edinburgh
18- June - 29 June 2008
Since 1947, this event has maintained
the reputation as being one of the most
important film events in the UK. The
festival features an extensive program
with many international premieres.
Game Conservancy Scottish Fair
Scone Palace
4 July - 6 July 2008
Held on the River Tay, this fair offers
many different experiences that relate
to the Scottish countryside and its
preservation as a pristine and verdant
environment. Thousands gather to enjoy
the various performances and activities
including pipe bands, clay pigeon
shooting, skydiving displays and of
course plenty of food and drink to
accompany the exhibitions.
Inverness Highland Games
Inverness
19 July - 20 July 2008
Witness the most exciting of Scotland's
summer games as contestants compete in
events ranging from heavy caber toss and
hammer throw, to dancing contests
showcasing such dances as the Highland
Fling and the Scottish Lilt. Catering to
all visitors, the Highland Games will
prove to be the highlight of any
Scottish aficionado's vacation.
Speyfest
Fochabers
27 July - 3 August 2008
Looking for great Celtic music? Head to
the Moray village of Fochabers for a
four day music festival devoted to both
traditional and contemporary Celtic
music. Two stages and hours of music
make for an enjoyable experience alone,
but visitors are also delighted with
locally produced crafts, food, and dance
exhibitions. Children even have their
own area for crafts and music.
Aberdeen International Youth Festival
Aberdeen
30 July - 9 August 2008
Settled in Aberdeen in 1982, this
festival has showcased the talented
youth from around the world and
fascinated visitors with a range of
diverse, high quality performances. The
professionals of tomorrow will be on
stage today performing opera, orchestral
pieces featuring original compositions,
and dance recitals from the
participant's home countries.
Turriff Agricultural Show
Turriff
3 August - 4 August 2008
One of the largest agricultural shows in
Scotland, this event attracts crowds of
more than 40,000 annually. See the past,
present and future of agriculture in
Scotland with the many different trade
stands and exhibits. Fun is around every
corner from the music of local bands to
falconry presentations, to show-jumping
competitions and locally produced crafts
and food.
Techfest
Aberdeen
5 September - 22 September 2008
Since 1994, technology, science and
science-fiction have been on display at
venues across Aberdeen, during Techfest.
This event is packed with tours,
lectures, workshops, exhibitions and
activities to promote science and
technology. Be sure to stay for the
night as the science of fireworks will
also be demonstrated!
Reindeer at Christmas
Aviemore
November - December 2008
Christmastime comes alive at the
Cairngorm Reindeer Centre each year with
a visit to Scotland's only herd of
reindeer. Trained guides will help find
the herd, where you can feed and pet the
majestic creatures as you learn about
the animals and their natural habitat.
Families with younger children can forgo
the trek in lieu of reindeer made
available directly at the centre.
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