Clan MacLennan Scotland invite all MacLennans, and MacLennan descendants, wherever you live, to start thinking about joining them for fun, family and friendship. Events will include the traditional “meet and greet”, a Genealogy Day, a Clan Parliament, a formal dinner on the Saturday, a village hall ceilidh and a range of tours and other events. ... Read more

Robert the Bruce led Scotland during the First War of Scottish Independence. He fought successfully during his reign to regain Scotland's place as an independent kingdom and is now revered in Scotland as a national hero. The 750th anniversary of his birth will be on 11 July 2024 and should be a cause of national ... Read more

Some of the best traditional and contemporary folk music, concerts, ceilidh, sessions, singarounds and workshops, plus the famous aqua ceilidh and world paper’n’comb championships. Info: www.stonehavenfolkfestival.co.uk/34th-stonehaven-folk-festival

Traditional games with pipe bands, athletics, whisky, clans and more at Bught Park Pitches, Bught Rd. Info: www.invernesshighlandgames.com

Clan Gregor will be hosting a spectacular International Gathering and tour of the Scottish Highlands to celebrate the Society’s 200th anniversary. You’ll meet fellow MacGregors from Australia, Canada, Europe and the USA. Info: www.clangregor.com/post/clangregorinternationalgathering

With Scottish country dance classes for all ages and abilities including Junior Summer School and various social dancing programmes, there is something for everyone at RSCDS Summer School. Info: www.rscds.org/events

Celebrate Scotland's rich culture and heritage with field and track events, piping, highland dancing competitions and heavyweight events on the grounds of Inveraray Castle. Info: www.inveraray-games.co.uk

HebCelt passionately protects and promotes its heritage, including the vibrant Gaelic and traditional music that is both part of its history and its contemporary life. It mixes the best local talent with leading Scottish, UK and world artists and brings together household names and emerging talent to provide a feast of music to appeal to ... Read more

The best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music in the form of concerts, ceilidhs, stomps, fairs and workshops, plus bustling craft fair, food and drink, and Speyfest Family Sunday. Info: www.speyfest.com

Annual golf tournament held over four courses in Aboyne, Ballater, Banchory and Braemar. Info: www.royaldeesidegolfweek.co.uk

More than 100 bands from all over Scotland and the UK gather to compete Leven Grove Park. Info: www.rspba.org

Meeting at noon to nominate a Chief of the Name of Arms of Clan Strachan. Meeting will be at the Feughside in Strachan, Aberdeenshire. Dinner event in Aberdeen. Info: www.clanstrachan.org

The 2024 show is called Journeys and will feature the military at the heart of the showcase. Audiences can expect the magnificent sounds of the Massed Pipes and Drums filling up the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade alongside performances from the incredibly talented Tattoo Pipes and Drums and Tattoo Dancers. International acts will join the 2024 line ... Read more

For three weeks in August, the city of Edinburgh welcomes an explosion of creative energy from around the globe, the single greatest celebration of arts and culture on the planet at venues across Edinburgh. Info: www.edfringe.com

The International Festival presents some of the finest performers and ensembles from the worlds of dance, opera, music and theatre at venues across the city. Info: www.eif.co.uk

A 10-day arts festival taking place in North Berwick, offers up 250+ music, comedy, book, family events and more from its hub in The Lodge Grounds. info:  www.fringebythesea.com

Piping Live! returns in full force to the streets of Glasgow in the run up to the World’s once again as Glasgow hosts the world’s biggest week of piping! This year is the 21st edition of the festival which attracts performers and audiences from across the world to venues across Glasgow. Info: www.pipinglive.co.uk

The largest public celebration of the written word in the world. With hundreds of authors and illustrators joining from across the world to share their stories, ideas and perspectives. Info: www.edbookfest.co.uk

See all the traditional Highland events in the heart of Scotland. Info: www.perthhighlandgames.co.uk

Pipe bands from Scotland and beyond compete at South Inch. Info:  www.rspba.org

Thousands of pipers and drummers in all grades from across Scotland, the UK and globe compete at the annual competition held at Glasgow Green. Info: www.theworlds.co.uk

A cherished annual cultural sporting extravaganza nestled in the heart of central Scotland, seamlessly blending tradition, athletic competition, and entertainment at Stirling Sports Village. Info: www.stirlinghighlandgames.com

Experience at first hand the magic of a traditional Highland Games set on a beautiful Scottish island, at The Stadium, High St. Info: www.butehighlandgames.org

Join the Chief and fellow Clan members for the first ever Carruthers Gathering, at the Carruthers ancestral lands, at the Annan Festival. Info: www.clancarrutherssociety.org

Annan the History Town welcomes you to the Gathering of the Local Clans & Families, Featuring local Clan Chiefs in attendance, pipe bands, Highland dancing, Scottish Country Dancing, Teviot Steel Bonnets bring the Border Reiver experience and more at The Everholm. Info: www.annanthehistorytown.org

World-class pipers, dancers and athletes competing in this unique, friendly atmosphere and stunning Highland location. Includes the World Highland Dancing Championships. Info: www.cowalgathering.com

Held at The Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park each September in the beautiful Cairngorms village of Braemar, it is the proud continuation of an ancient tradition of Gatherings here — one that can be traced back to the time of King Malcolm Canmore, over 900 years ago. Traditionally the Gathering has been ... Read more

A day of Scottish tradition in beautiful Perthshire, at  Bogles Field, Essendy Rd. Info: www.blairgowriehighlandgames.co.uk

Traditional Highland Games with pipe bands, solos, Highland dance, athletics and more. Info: www.pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk

Traditional Games at Wallsgreen Park. Info: [email protected]

A whole host of Scottish talent, all with a close connection to the region, play trad music to thousands at a tented venue set out on An Aird shinty field. Info: www.anairdevents.com

The Ewing Family Association is organising a new Family Convention and invites all clansfolk when, unless a hereditary claimant can be securely established, a new chief will be appointed by the clan at Strathleven House, West Dunbartonshire. Info: www.clanewing.uk

Join the Stewart Society in historic Stirling for a weekend celebrating the 125th anniversary of the foundation of the Stewart Society, as well as Stewart and Scottish heritage culture. Visit Bannockburn battlefield, tragic Sauchieburn and dance the night away with us at the celebration ceilidh. Join us for a very special weekend filled with unique ... Read more

The 10-day annual literary celebration, which takes place in Scotland's National Book Town, will feature more than 250 events for all ages, with a host of well-known faces. Info: www.wigtownbookfestival.com

Offering locals and visitors alike the opportunity to gather to enjoy Gaelic culture and music. Marking a significant milestone in the preservation and celebration of Gaelic in the North-East, this revived local Mòd provides a platform for both junior and senior competitors to showcase their talents in various disciplines such as song, poetry, and music. ... Read more

Week-long festival incorporating an extensive range of exhibitions, classes and events, covering many different subjects such as weaving, spinning, dyeing, Fair Isle and lace knitting. Events take place from the most southern tip of the Shetland, right up to the most northerly island of Unst. Info: www.shetlandwoolweek.com

Clan Chief, John MacNeacail of MacNeacail and Scorrybreac along with Clan Chieftains have decided it's time to return to the land of their forebears and reconnect with their worldwide family. New Chieftain, Donnie Nicolson will be hosting the events such as talks, walks and a ceilidh. Info: www.clanmacnicol.org

Set your imagination alight with dazzling visuals and innovative design, all choreographed against an original music score, while you explore the stunning autumn woodland setting of Forestry & Land Scotland’s Faskally Wood near Pitlochry. Info: www.enchantedforest.org.uk

This annual weekend is packed with various comedy events across Leith in Edinburgh, including stand-up shows, workshops and a quiz. Info: www.leithcomedyfest.com

The Golden Spurtle is awarded to the contestant who makes, in the judges view, the best bowl of porridge. Past competitors have come from all corners of the world including New Zealand, Australia, America, Canada, Africa and across Europe. The event takes place in Carrbridge village hall and is live streamed to the world over ... Read more

Oban welcomes back Gaeldom’s premiere musical and cultural event for the 17th time in 2024, continuing its legacy on the West Coast. The event promotes Gaelic language and culture through music, song, dance, drama, literature, and the arts. Info: www.ancomunn.co.uk

The best whisky producers from the Borderlands and beyond. Info: www.borderlandswhiskyfestival.com

An annual celebration of storytelling and one of the most admired storytelling events in the world and the largest of its kind. Info: www.sisf.org.uk

Run every year since 1950, the Perth Accordion & Fiddle Festival features competitions, concerts and ceilidhs - opening with a welcome dance on Friday night. Info: www.perthaccordionfestival.co.uk

The National Piping Centre is bringing you a fantastic, four-day Adult Gathering for pipers aged 18+ at The National Piping Centre, Glasgow. This school has been designed to give a fantastic social learning experience with World Class instructors. Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk

The Autumn Gathering provides an opportunity for Scottish country dancers from across the world to gather over a weekend in Edinburgh. Info: www.rscds.org/events

Established in 2012 The Stirling Whisky Festival continues to be a crowd pleaser attracting the best of the best from Scotland and beyond. Info: [email protected]

Now in its 31st year, this festival has over 40 beers from across Scotland including local beers, plus live music, hot food and soft drinks. Info: www.forthvalley.camra.org.uk

A dance platform celebrating the participatory dance sector in the Highlands, at Eden Court. Info: www.eden-court.co.uk

Ten days of activities, films and light shows to celebrate the winter season. The coastal town gets festive with a series of activities, films and light shows to celebrate the fluffy white season that carries the year to a close. Info: www.obanwinterfestival.com

The Caledonian Fiddle Orchestra is joined by players from around Scotland to perform reels, strathspeys, airs, jigs and much more, at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Info: www.glasgowconcerthalls.com

is a festival where a venn diagram of artforms come together, cross-pollinate and collide: poetry, spoken word, live music, hip hop, songwriting, film, sound, gaming, visual art and concrete poetry, at Edinburgh’s iconic Summerhall. Info: www.pushtheboatout.org

The Lauriston Christmas magic show is back! Witness startling magic and uplifting mystery, inspired by history and legends of the city of Edinburgh, in the lavish, historic setting of Lauriston Castle. Info: www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/Venues/Lauriston-Castle.aspx

A festival celebrating the water of life. Meet the makers and celebrities of the whisky world and have a wee dram of a range of malts and other spirits. Info: www.drambusters.com

St Giles is well known and also celebrates 900 years of existence. It is one of several large churches that developed in, or close to, the centres of Royal Burghs, and this talk describes their development as an illustration of the development of royal burghs. It will focus primarily of St Giles which has a ... Read more

This momentous musical showcase of Scottish traditional music will return to the OVO Hydro. Info: www.ovohydro.com

One of the masters of Scottish contemporary folk is joined by a selection of special guests for a showcase of modern and traditional Christmas music, at Eden Court. Info: www.philcunningham.com

Join revellers from around the globe at incredible events featuring spectacular live music concert, unforgettable fireworks, Street Party extravaganzas and free New Year’s Day family events. Info: www.edinburghshogmanay.com

Join in the fun and enjoy the party atmosphere of a traditional Scottish Hogmanay at the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra's annual festive concert. Full of well known tunes with a few surprises, there will be singing, piping and plenty of fiddling as we toast the old year and bring in the new at Usher Hall. Info: ... Read more

Bring in the bells with family and friends at The View, Oban's largest town centre venue. Enjoy Oban's biggest Hogmanay celebration, with entertainment from their popular DJ. Info: www.obanview.com

There is no better way to end the year than with a traditional ceilidh in the heart of Glasgow, and why not do it in style by coming along to The Ferry on the banks of the River Clyde on the eve of the New Year. The marvellous Coila Ceilidh Band will descend on Glasgow ... Read more

The UK's premier celebration of Celtic music, with performances, workshops and events at various venues across Glasgow. Info: www.celticconnections.com

Brimming with suppliers from far and wide, showcasing the finest Scotland, and the UK has to offer, this is the place to source those 2025 gifts, homewares, crafts, textiles, jewellery, fine food and drinks. Trade only event at the SEC. Info: www.scotlandstradefairs.com

Winter School attracts around 150 dancers from the UK, continental Europe, North America and Australasia. Attendees enjoy a 4-star stay in the Atholl Palace Hotel, with a range of classes, social dances, tours and of course, the famous ball at Blair Castle. Info: www.rscds.org/events/winter-school-2025

This exciting new event will bring together tartans, pipe bands, dancers, musicians, organisations, and individuals from Edinburgh, as well as across Scotland, and beyond - to celebrate the country's rich heritage, tartans, culture and inclusivity. Info: www.handupevents.co.uk/tartan-parade-scotland

Four captivating days, uniting individuals and organisations in a collective exploration to solve the mystery of Loch Ness and its elusive monster. Through a series of engaging events, you’ll search, debate, and delve into the mysteries that shroud this legendary loch. Info: www.lochness.com/the-quest

A celebration of sports and island communities. This week-long event will see athletes from up to 24 island groups from across the world compete in 13 exciting sports. Info: www.orkney2025.com