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mcleanscotland are local Scots who pride ourselves on showing you the nooks & crannies other tours companies pass on by. We can show you those hidden gems even Scots do not know! Our what's on guide features many events around Scotland in 2006. Scottish horse trials, festivals, music events, riding and walking events and Highland games - something for everyone. |
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WHAT'S ON GUIDE the Mclean Scotland what's on guide to events in Scotland highland games and festivals
Ceilidh Culture When: 24th March - 15th April 2007 Where: Edinburgh A vibrant and lively celebration of traditional Scottish arts, showcasing the best music, dance, poetry and storytelling from home and abroad. Individual performances, concerts, workshops and classes in traditional song, music, dance and storytelling all feature.
Dumfries & Galloway Wildlife Festival When: 31st March - 15th April 2007 Where: Across Dumfries & Galloway The Dumfries & Galloway Wildlife Festival hosts events arranged to allow you to see some of the region's special wildlife. So if you have never seen a red squirrel, red kte or badger, now is your chance. Experienced wildlife watchers and beginners will both find something of interest in the festival.
Isle of Bute Jazz Festival When: 3rd - 7th May 2007 Where: Isle of Bute The Isle of Bute Jazz Festival has grown spectacularly from its small beginnings nineteen years ago to become one of Britain's most popular jazz weekends. Top-class UK and international names feature in a programme of traditional jazz music in one of Scotland's prettiest and friendliest seaside resorts.
When: 3rd - 7th May 2007 Where: Speyside, northeast Scotland A lively celebration of our national drink in one of the most beautiful producing areas - almost fifty world-famous distilleries are located on Speyside. You can visit and tour most during the festival which also features tasting sessions, a gala dinner, ceilidh, tasting session and exhibitions. Heaven for whisky lovers.
Shetland Folk Festival When: 4th - 6th May 2007 Where: Shetland The annual showcase of the best folk music from Shetland and around the world. For the enjoyment of visitors and locals alike, performers play in a series of concert settings and sessions in small, intimate venues that ensure an atmosphere like no other.
When:5th - 7th May 2007 Where: Ullapool, Ross & Cromarty, Highland Feis Rois Inbhich - Adult Feis Rois, a unique and wonderful 3-day traditional cultural feast, offering daily tuition in the many traditional instruments, Gaelic language, Gaelic song, step dancing & reels, Highland culture and group playing. The Feis provides a first-class tutor team, sessions and ceilidhs set against the backdrop of stunning Highland scenery and a friendly atmosphere.
Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities When: 6th May - 27th August 2007 Where: Kirkcudbright An extravaganza of traditional performances and energetic entertainment! Enjoy many events including Scottish nights in the Harbour Square on Thursdays, Children's Festival, Medieval Fayre, parade day, vintage car rally, culminating in the Tattoo in the shadow of the castle on the final day.
Ullapool Book Festival When: 10th - 13th May 2007 Where: Ullapool An opportunity to hear some of Scotland's finest writers in the most captivating setting. You'll be treated to fiction, non-fiction, poetry, storytelling, and lectures, with both English and Gaelic events.
Lower Annandale Walking Festival When: 11th - 13th May 2007 Where: Annandale, Dumfries & Galloway A weekend of walks in and around Annan. Enjoy great views, coupled with fascinating archaeology and history interpreted by knowledgeable guides.
Word Festival When: 11th - 13th May 2007 Where: Aberdeen Aberdeen's book festival, Word, is a packed weekend of readings, music, art exhibitions, and film screenings featuring a star-studded line-up of writers and artists. Seamus Heaney, Louis de Bernieres, Ian Rankin, Richard E Grant and Adriana Trigiani have all appeared in previous years. Word 07 also features some of the nation's favourite children's writers at the Imagination Tent and Storytelling Teepee, plus the richest talents in Gaelic literature and music. The festival takes place at the charming campus of the University of Aberdeen and at venues throughout the city.
Mary King's Ghost Fest When: 11th - 20th May 2007 Where: Edinburgh Edinburgh's darkest tales and legendary paranormal activity will be revealed during a new 10 day, city-wide ghost festival. The festival is a unique opportunity to explore the supernatural side of many 'haunted sites', come along and take part in a parapsychology experiment, night vigils, workshops, talks and demonstrations on the subject.
Arran Wildlife Festival When: 16th - 23rd May 2007 Where: Various locations on the Isle of Arran Arran and its surrounding waters are home to some of Scotland's most iconic wildlife; from golden eagles and red deer to basking sharks and dolphins, all only two hours from Glasgow. In eight days packed with events, the Arran Wildlife Festival will bring you closer to some of these amazing creatures.
Big Big Country When: 16th - 26th May 2007 Where: Glasgow Glasgow's festival of Americana has established a reputation for showcasing talents who have gone on to become big favourites with Americana followers both locally and internationally. Country, folk, bluegrass, jazz and blues music has always been popular in Glasgow, and Big Big Country brings live Americana performance to a wider audience.
Perth Festival of the Arts When: 16th - 27th May 2007 Where: Perth This year's festival offers a stunning world-class programme featuring an impressive line up of well known names in concerts, exhibitions, recitals, performances and displays.
Borders Festival of the Horse When: 18th - 28th May 2007 Where: Various venues, Borders An 11-day festival of equestrian events for riders and spectators set in some of Scotland's most beautiful countryside. Enjoy the action-packed programme with 40 events and activities that show why the Scottish Borders region is Scotland's Horse Country.
Scottish Pipe Band Championship When: 19th May 2007 Where: Dumbarton Competition is keen among the pipe bands competing in the national championship. Come along and hear the pipers, drummers and bands battle it out for the prizes.
Four Nations Football Tournament When: 21st - 27th May 2007 Where: Dingwall, Inverness & Nairn An annual tournament organised by the Football Associations of Scotland, England, Ireland and Wales for international teams made up from semi professional leagues. The Scotland team will comprise players from the Highland, East and South of Scotland Leagues.
When: 24th - 27th May 2007 Where: Various venues, Orkney An internationally renowned annual celebration of traditional and contemporary folk music, the Orkney Folk Festival is well established in both the local and national folk calendars. Talented local musicians share billing with more famous names in one of the most vibrant festivals of its type. Concerts and sessions will take place in seven locations, offering an excellent chance to explore the islands.
Burns an' a' That! When: 24th - 28th May 2007 Where: Various venues, Ayrshire A wide-ranging programme of music, song, poetry and art celebrating life and contemporary Scottish culture, set against a backdrop of, and interleaving with, the life and work of our national bard. Set in and around Ayr, the festival features world-class acts from across the musical spectrum matched to an ambitious and innovative programme showcasing the best of contemporary and traditional Scottish culture.
Skye Music Festival When: 25th & 26th May 2007 Where: Broadford This event brings together some of the hottest names in dance, alternative rock, soul and contemporary Celtic music.
Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival When: 25th May - 2nd June 2007 Where: Dumfries & Galloway A ten-day multi arts festival featuring a wide range of events, including music, dance, theatre, literary, children's and the visual arts. International and local performers play across the region in a range of venues - large and small, formal and informal, urban and rural.
Medieval Fayre When: 26th & 27th May 2007 Where: Traquair House, Innerleithen The Fayre will transport you back to a past when Traquair House - Scotland's oldest inhabited residence - played an important role as a hunting lodge for the Scottish royals and a centre of music and arts. This year's events is a spectacular mix of jousting, living History displays, falconry, archery, minstrels, jesters and much more. A fantastic day-out for all the family.
The Sutherland Raid When: 26th - 27th May 2007 Where: Golspie The event will comprise a combination of team and individual mountain bike events and will offer an opportunity to all: enthusiasts, novices and families. A fun-filled weekend will be created with side shows, evening entertainment and barbeque/pasta party.
Spring Fling When: 26th - 28th May 2007 Where: Dumfries & Galloway Spring Fling is an open door arts and crafts event and the only one of its kind in Scotland. Almost 100 artists and craftmakers across Dumfries and Galloway will be opening their workshops and studios to the public so visitors can see how they work and what they do. You can buy their work or just browse at the venues on the six suggested studio trails which also offer the perfect opportunity to take in other local attractions en route.
Highland Wild Encounters When: 26th May - 10th June 2007 Where: Caithness, Sutherland and Wester Ross
This fantastic wildlife-watching festival enables
you to view northern Scotland's unique wildlife.
Highland Council Countryside Rangers, the RSPB,
Scottish Natural Heritage Rangers and local guides
lead walks, minibus tours and boat trips to get you
close to some of the birds, animals and plants that
make the northern Highlands the destination for
lovers of wildlife.
Angus Glens Walking Festival When: 31st May - 3rd June 2007 Where: Angus Come and explore this beautiful part of Scotland in the company of experienced leaders, who will provide information on the history, wildlife and culture of the area. A full and varied programme of walks and evening entertainment is offered, with something to suit all ages and abilities.
Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities When: (Dates to be confirmed) Where: Kirkcudbright An extravaganza of traditional performances and energetic entertainment! Enjoy many events including Scottish nights in the Harbour Square on Thursdays, Children's Festival, Medieval Fayre, parade day, vintage car rally, culminating in the Tattoo in the shadow of the castle on the final day.
O'Neil Highland Open When: 26th April - 2nd May 2007 Where: Thurso O'Neill Europe and the Association of Surf Professionals are taking the high road to Thurso East, Caithness for the inaugural O'Neill Highland Open. This event, part of the World Qualifying Series, will see around 170 surfers compete for the prize purse of US $100,000.
Dundee Jazz Festival When: 1st - 3rd June 2007 Where: Dundee Internationally acclaimed jazz stars alongside a host of local talent in this weekend festival which features high quality music and musicians across range of jazz styles.
3 Harbours Arts Festival When: 1st - 10th June 2007 Where: Prestonpans, Cockenzie and Port Seton, East Lothian This festival will take place between the three harbours of Prestonpans (Morrisons Haven), Cockenzie and Port Seton in East Lothian and is all about hosting artwork in ingenious spaces - houses, halls, galleries, businesses, etc. There will also be a series of workshops, demonstrations and children's art activities.
Leith Festival When: 1st - 10th June 2007 Where: Edinburgh Leith Festival offers an array of tours, recitals, concerts & exhibitions, live music events, comedy, theatre and the Parade and Gala Day on the Links. Come and join thousands of Leithers (and more than a few visitors) for 'Walk the Walk!' from Pilrig Street to Leith Links.
Arran FeisFest When: 8th & 9th June 2007 Where: Arran An entertaining blend of friendly sessions open to all, concerts featuring some of Scotland's finest traditional musicians, plus opportunities to learn Gaelic singing, stepdancing plus a range of muscial instruments.
Common Riding Festivals When: Hawick 8th & 9th June, Selkirk 15th June 2007 Where: Hawick & Selkirk, Borders Each Borders town celebrates its history with magnificent rideouts involving hundreds of horses, ridden with a passion worthy of the reivers old. These unique celebrations are a survival of the ancient practice of marking a town's boundaries and continue today as distinctive and colourful expressions of civic pride and tradition.
West End Festival When: 8th - 24th June 2007 Where: Glasgow Glasgow's West End Festival stages its usual mix of theatre, music, exhibitions, film, markets, from opening parade and street carnival to final closing fireworks display and also including, of course, the famous festival highlight, the Midsummer Carnival.
Rock Ness When: 9th & 10th June 2007 Where: Dores, near Inverness Some of the world's biggest names in electronic, dance and rock music will make their way the shores of Loch Ness forwhat is arguably the most beautiful festival site in the world... ROCKNESS. Some 35,000 people each day will watch over 70 acts across 4 stages and enjoy the other attractions onoffer including a cinema, silent disco, 24-hour café, fully licensed themed bars, food outlets and cafés. Full festival camping with luxury camping available.
Kirkcudbright Jazz Festival When: 14th - 16th June 2007 Where: Kirkcudbright The annual jazz festival in this picturesque harbour town offers a full and varied programme, with a celebration of classic New Orleans, Dixieland and Swing Jazz, this year with an international flavour. A Brolly Parade and Jazz Church Service add to the festivities.
Caledonian Canal Celebration When: 16th - 23rd June 2007 Where: Corpach, Inverness This event will highlight the area's culture, the drama of the navigation of the canal and the influences on Highland life using song, musical interludes, story-telling and dance. The visual impact of a fleet of around 20 craft will leave a lasting impression with spectators, participants and the local community.
Royal Highland Show When: 21st - 24th June 2007 Where: Edinburgh Scotland's premier farming and food event promises this year to be even bigger and better than before. Held over four days, with over 4,000 livestock on show and 1,000 stands selling everything from speciality foods to 4x4s. There's a wide range of entertainment and demonstrations in skills such as cookery and crafts, falconry and fashion.
Flavour of Shetland When: 21st - 24th June 2007 Where: Lerwick A celebration of the very best of Shetland on Lerwick's Victoria Pier. As sailors in two major yacht races arrive in port, the islands' will be buzzing with music performances, cookery demonstrations, a taste of the islands' award-winning food and drinks, craft displays and cultural performances.
Borders Book Festival When: 21st - 24th June 2007 Where: Melrose The cream of the literary world return to the beautiful Borders town for another lively programme of author talks, signings and book events.
St Magnus Festival When: 22nd - 27th June 2007 Where: Orkney Orkney's annual celebration of the arts has become one of Britain's most highly regarded and adventurous arts events, featuring music, drama, dance, literature and the visual arts in a unique combination of world-class performance and community participation of the highest quality. Coupled with the magic of Orkney at midsummer, it's no wonder audiences come from Britain and abroad, with many returning year after year.
Royal Bank Glasgow Jazz Festival When: 22nd June - 1st July 2007 Where: Glasgow
The Royal Bank Glasgow Jazz Festival has established
itself as a premier event on Europe's music
calendar, featuring artists from across the whole
jazz spectrum - traditional, mainstream, blues,
world, contemporary and free improvisation.
The Battle of Bannockburn When: 23rd & 24th June 2007 Where: Bannockburn 693 years to the day of the original conflict, there will be a spectacular re-enactment of Robert the Bruce's most famous victory over the Auld Enemy at the Bannockburn Heritage Centre.
The East Neuk Festival When: 28th June - 1st July 2007 Where: Various across the East Neuk, Fife
A long weekend of readings and concerts by
world-class musicians set in the atmospheric setting
of the East Neuk of Fife, one of Scotland's most
beautiful areas.
Game Conservancy Scottish Fair When: 29th June - 1st July 2007 Where: Scone Palace, Perthshire
With an extensive range of competitions, displays
and demonstrations, the fair is one of the main
countryside events of the year in Scotland.
Traditional country contests of shooting, fishing
and gundogs feature on a varied programme alongside
quad biking, military re-enactment displays, food
and drink fair, shopping and children's activities.
Newcastleton Traditional Music Festival When: 29th June - 1st July 2007 Where: Newcastleton, Borders With its competitions, ceilidhs, sessions and concerts, the Newcastleton Traditional Music Festival is probably Scotland's longest continuously running traditional music festival. Competitions for bands and individuals feature traditional Scottish music, instruments, song and poetry, and include a separate children's competition.
Scottish Traditional Boat Festival When: 30th June & 1st July 2007 Where: Portsoy, Aberdeenshire One of the biggest gathering of traditional boats in Scotland, where visitors can discover, enjoy and join in maritime activities, craft demonstrations and a programme of music, dance, drama, food fair and other on-shore family activities.
Angus Glens Walking Festival When: 31st May - 3rd June 2007 Where: Angus Come and explore this beautiful part of Scotland in the company of experienced leaders, who will provide information on the history, wildlife and culture of the area. A full and varied programme of walks and evening entertainment is offered, with something to suit all ages and abilities.
Highland Wild Encounters When: 26th May - 10th June 2007 Where: Caithness, Sutherland and Wester Ross This fantastic wildlife-watching festival enables you to view northern Scotland's unique wildlife. Highland Council Countryside Rangers, the RSPB, Scottish Natural Heritage Rangers and local guides lead walks, minibus tours and boat trips to get you close to some of the birds, animals and plants that make the northern Highlands the destination for lovers of wildlife.
Tarbert Seafood Festival When: 1st - 2nd July 2007 Where: Tarbert, Loch Fyne This annual festival is set around the beautiful natural harbour at Tarbert on LochFyne and showcases some of the finest and tastiest seafood in Scotland. Cookery demonstrations, street entertainment, exhibitions, seafood, craft stalls, live music and a carnival parade are just some of the great events on offer.
Mendelssohn on Mull Festival When: 1st - 7th July 2007 Where: Mull A series of open rehearsals, recitals and concerts given by a group of young musicians on the brink of starting their professional careers, mentored by a dedicated group their seniors. The week-long festival plays to packed houses on the island Mendelssohn himself admired so much.
The Hebridean Challenge When: 2nd - 6th July 2007 Where: Outer Hebrides The Hebridean Challenge is one of the toughest and most demanding adventure races in the world and takes place in the Outer Hebrides. Over 5 days competing teams travel the length of the islands from Vatersay in the south to Lewis in the north with sections of hill running, road running, road and mountain biking, sea swimming and sea kayaking.
Dundee Guitar Festival When: 6th - 8th July 2007 Where: Dundee Scotland's premier annual guitar event celebrates guitar music in its many forms and attracts top artists from home and abroad. Featuring concerts, courses, guest artists and master classes, a contemporary styles long weekend and Scotland's first international guitar competition for young performers.
Deep Fried Film Festival When: 9th - 14th July 2007 Where: Coatbridge and Airdrie, Lanarkshire Scotland's newest and most exciting film festival featuring films from Scotland and around the world. The Deep Fried Film Festival is an egalatarion festival, open to all and aimed at creating better communication in the media world. In addition to screenings, the festival also plays host to several meet-and-greet sessions for film makers from around the globe.
Hebridean Celtic Festival When: 11th - 14th July 2007 Where: Hebrides The Hebridean Celtic Festival has a well-earned reputation as one of the best festivals of its kind in the world combining top traditional and contemporary music, stunning scenery, the good craic, ceilidhs, kids' activities and workshops, and friendliest of welcomes for all.
ButeLive Music & Arts Festival When: 13th - 15th July 2007 Where: Bute ButeLive is geared to suit all ages and tastes and truly has something for all the family, from concerts and theatre to magic and free pub gigs, all aimed at encouraging live music and arts performance on the island.
Glasgow's River Festival When: 14th & 15th July 2007 Where: Glasgow The River Festival celebrates the Clyde, one of the world's most famous rivers, in a series of events on water and on the riverbanks and land around. With exhibitions, displays, performances, sailings and open days on all kinds of craft, as well as special activities for children, the festival offers plenty of fun and excitement for all.
Feis an Eilein / The Skye Festival When: 17th - 27th July 2007 Where: Skye The Skye Festival celebrates the best in traditional music, spiced with theatre, film, children's events, world music and workshops, and includes the new Aos Dana Book Festival. It is presented in a unique and informal Gaelic atmosphere and has a reputation for being well organised and economically sustainable.
British Open Golf Championship 2007 When: 19th - 22nd July 2007 Where: Carnoustie, Angus The 136th Open Championship will be held at Carnoustie when Tiger Woods will aim to make it three Open wins in a row. As always, Carnoustie will provide a great challenge for the world's best players. Click here to book accommodation for this event or call the dedicated booking number: 0845 859 1005.
The Wickerman Festival When: 20th & 21st July 2007 Where: Dumfries & Galloway Scotland's alternative music festival offers a unique and eclectic celebration of cult musical genres and cult cinema with a relaxed, laidback family-friendly atmosphere, aimed at the more discerning contemporary music fan. All the action climaxes with the burning of a giant traditional willow and straw effigy.
The City of Inverness Highland Games featuring the 2006 World Masters Championships When: 21st & 22nd July 2007 Where: Inverness The biggest and most spectacular Highland Games staged in the Scottish Highlands plays host to the World Championship for Heavies aged 40 years and over - Scotland has never seen so many heavies gathered in one place at one time. Add a full programme of pipe band competitions, solo piping, Highland dancing and traditional music, together with the Scotland's biggest inter-clan gathering and you will discover why Inverness is the must-see games of the year!
The Senior British Open 2007 When: 26th - 29th July 2007 Where: Muirfield, East Lothian The Senior British Open Championship boasts the biggest overall prize fund in European Seniors Tour golf of £1 million, a winner's cheque of £157,800, and a 144-strong field featuring the cream of Seniors Tour talent from across the world.
Lomond Folk Festival When: 27th - 29th July 2007 Where: Loch Lomond This traditional and folk-music festival is held annually at Balloch on the shores of beautiful Loch Lomond. Featuring sessions, singing, instrument workshops, craft fairs, street entertainment and children's show.
Edinburgh International Jazz & Blues Festival When: 27th July - 5th August 2007 Where: Edinburgh The longest-running jazz festival in the UK features all styles of jazz from international artistes in all sorts of venues large and small across the capital. Outdoor concerts also take the music out into the streets of the city. Supplemented by vocal workshops and a summer school for aspiring jazz musicians.
European Pipe Band Championships When: 28th July 2007 Where: Inverness Hundreds of pipers from around Europe descend on Inverness for two days in a bid to win this prestigious award.
Common Riding Festival When: 28th July 2007 Where: Langholm, Dumfries & Galloway Each Borders town celebrates its history with magnificent rideouts involving hundreds of horses, ridden with a passion worthy of the reivers old. These unique celebrations are a survival of the ancient practice of marking a town's boundaries and continue today as distinctive and colourful expressions of civic pride and tradition.
Dunstaffnage Music Festival When: 28th & 29th July 2007 Where: Dunstaffnage, by Oban A two-day music festival which has grown out of an informal party at Achnacloich near Oban. Set to become an annual event, the festival will feature performances from 16 bands per day over two stages from 12 noon to midnight each day.
Royal Bank Glasgow Jazz Festival When: 22nd June - 1st July 2007 Where: Glasgow The Royal Bank Glasgow Jazz Festival has established itself as a premier event on Europe's music calendar, featuring artists from across the whole jazz spectrum - traditional, mainstream, blues, world, contemporary and free improvisation.
Moray Firth Flotilla When: 23rd June - 1st July 2007 Where: Moray Firth Coast (from Wick to Portsoy) The vision is of a fleet of traditional boats voyaging from Wick to Portsoy with the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. The ports offering harbour to the flotilla will make the visit a celebration. Ceilidhs bringing music, dance and storytelling will give communities a chance to participate in the event.
The East Neuk Festival When: 28th June - 1st July 2007 Where: Various venues across the East Neuk, Fife A long weekend of readings and concerts by world-class musicians set in the atmospheric setting of the East Neuk of Fife, one of Scotland's most beautiful areas.
Game Conservancy Scottish Fair When: 29th June - 1st July 2007 Where: Scone Palace, Perthshire With an extensive range of competitions, displays and demonstrations, the fair is one of the main countryside events of the year in Scotland. Traditional country contests of shooting, fishing and gundogs feature on a varied programme alongside quad biking, military re-enactment displays, food and drink fair, shopping and children's activities. The ever-popular Red Arrows are a highlight of this year's fair.
Newcastleton Traditional Music Festival When: 29th June - 1st July 2007 Where: Newcastleton, Borders With its competitions, ceilidhs, sessions and concerts, the Newcastleton Traditional Music Festival is probably Scotland's longest continuously running traditional music festival. Competitions for bands and individuals feature traditional Scottish music, instruments, song and poetry, and include a separate children's competition.
Scottish Traditional Boat Festival When: 30th June & 1st July 2007 Where: Portsoy, Aberdeenshire One of the biggest gathering of traditional boats in Scotland, where visitors can discover, enjoy and join in maritime activities, craft demonstrations and a programme of music, dance, drama, food fair and other on-shore family activities.
Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities When: 6th May - 27th August 2007 Where: Kirkcudbright An extravaganza of traditional performances and energetic entertainment! Enjoy many events including Scottish nights in the Harbour Square on Thursdays, Children's Festival, Medieval Fayre, parade day, vintage car rally, culminating in the Tattoo in the shadow of the castle on the final day.
Black Isle Show When: 1st & 2nd August 2007 Where: Muir of Ord The largest agricultural show in the north of Scotland, the Black Isle Show includes displays of livestock, horses, goats and sheep shearing plus over 350 trade stands selling a wide range of food, crafts, industrial and agricultural machines, household products and clothing. There's also a full ring entertainment programme from early afternoon until the evening, a funfair open on both days and marquee dance to round off the show.
Speyfest When: 2nd - 5th August 2007 Where: Fochabers, Moray One of the north's foremost Celtic festivals, Speyfest offers a wonderful weekend of high-quality traditional and modern music, concerts, late-night ceilidhs and Celtic rock. Musicans from around the world will be performing as usual, and there's a special programme for children and young people.
Perth Show When: 3rd & 4th August 2007 Where: Perth This annual two-day agricultural show has something for all the family, including trade stands, a craft and food fair, competitions, exhibitions and a rare breeds tent.
Edinburgh Military Tattoo When: 3rd - 25th August 2007 Where: Edinburgh Scotland's stunning annual outdoor military spectacular set against the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. The Tattoo has been called the most spectacular show in the world and is seen by an international TV audience of 100 million every year. But there's no substitute for being there, as part of the 217,000-strong audience over its three-week season on the Esplanade at Edinburgh Castle.
North Berwick International Highland Games When: 4th August 2007 Where: North Berwick, East Lothian A traditional Highland Games featuring events such as throwing the Scots hammer, tossing the caber, and Highland dancing competitions throughout the day. The games also hosts the Lothian and Borders Pipe Band Championships with over 70 bands from all over the world competing. The day finishes with a spectacular massed pipe band display.
Traquair Fair When: 4th & 5th August 2007 Where: Traquair House, Innerleithen Unique event for all the family with outdoor theatre spectacles, world & celtic music, dance, storytelling and a superb programme of childrens theatre, activities and workshops.
Pittenweem Arts Festival When: 4th - 12th August 2007 Where: Pittenweem The festival was founded in 1982 and since then has grown into one of Scotland's most popular and unique arts events. Each year, 80 or so exhibitions are housed in ingenious exhibition spaces created from artists' studios, garages, courtyards and gardens. Come along, stroll around the village, see the artworks for sale and meet the artists.
The Turriff Show When: 5th & 6th August 2007 Where: Turriff, Aberdeenshire The largest two-day agricultural show in Scotland and a venue not to be missed for top livestock producers and horse and pony exhibitors. Over 250 trade stands, including a renowned food fayre and an excellent craft fair make for a great day out.
Nairn International Jazz Festival When: 5th - 12th August 2007 Where: Nairn The Nairn Jazz Festival will promote a unique series of world-class international jazz musicians in the Highland and Islands of Scotland to celebrate the year of culture and expand the access and participation opportunities to the high quality and standard of musicians and promotions associated with this established event.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe When: 5th - 27th August 2007 Where: Edinburgh The world's biggest celebration of the arts takes over Edinburgh for three weeks in August in a massive explosion of cultural and artistic expression. The programme is a vibrant mix of art forms - theatre, comedy, music and musicals, dance, events and exhibitions and children's shows, all attracting up-and-coming talent and established names from around the world to take part in this most famous of festivals.
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