Taste of Grampian Food Festival
When: 7th June 2008 Where: Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
The northeast's premier food event celebrates the richness and diversity of Grampian's food larder in a one-day food and drink festival that's a great day out for all the family. With music, children's entertainment, arts & crafts, fabulous local produce to taste and buy, cookery competitions and demonstrations and celebrity chefs and guests, a fun-packed day for all is guaranteed.
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When: 7th & 8th June 2008 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.
Nairn Book & Arts Festival
When: 7th - 14th June 2008 Where: Nairn
This popular annual event offers a week of authors, book events, theatre, talks, art exhibitions, music, song and ceilidhs, street entertainment and even opera at indoor and outdoor venues across the town.
Kirkcudbright Jazz Festival
When: 12th - 15th June 2008 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.
Loch Lomond Get Active Festival
When: 14th & 15th June 2008 Where: Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Canoeing, mountain biking, wakeboarding, a 10k race and even an invitation to join an evening canoe trip, will be just some of the outdoor activities on offer. This event not only allows people to try a new activity for the very first time, but it also makes full use of some of the UK?s most incredible scenery.
Edinburgh Treefest & Woodmarket 2008
When:14th & 15th June 2008 Where: Inverleith Park, Stockbridge, Edinburgh
The 2008 Edinburgh Treefest & Woodmarket is the 7th event of its kind and again promises to be a popular destination for people of all ages! There will again be the great range of interactive crafts, demonstrations, including ~ chainsaw work, tree climbing, extreme mountain biking, axe throwing, willow work, wood carving, renewable energy, displays, games, activities and entertainment, as well as excellent food and refreshments.
Bike Week 2008
When: 14th - 22nd June 2008 Where: Scotland-wide
Bike Week is the national focus week for cycling, aimed at getting 'more people cycling more often'. The week features locally organised events such as bike-to-work breakfasts in the workplace and cycle training sessions, right through to long distance mass participation events.
Shetland - Bergen Races
When: 18th - 23rd June 2008 Where:Lerwick, Shetland
These ocean yacht races between Bergen in the Hordaland region of Western Norway and Lerwick, Shetland capital, are the most challenging and spectacular event of the North Sea.
Edinburgh International Film Festival
When: 18th - 29th June 2008 Where: Edinburgh
The Edinburgh International Film Festival celebrates the best in British and World cinema. Come and see some of the most entertaining, challenging and inspirational new movies around and meet the artists involved in movie-making.
Royal Highland Show
When: 19th - 22nd June 2008 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: 19th - 22th June 2008 Where: Lerwick
A celebration of the very best of Shetland on Lerwick's Victoria Pier. The islands will be buzzing with music performances, a taste of the islands'award-winning food and drinks, craft displays and cultural performances.
Borders Book Festival
When: 19th -22nd June 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.
Johnsmas Foy
When: 19th - 29th June 2008 Where: Shetland
The Hanseatic League is the theme for this years Johnsmas Foy. Events centred round this theme will take place throughout Shetland and will be complimented by a range of outdoor, music and cultural entertainment.
Mugdock International Music Festival
When: 20th - 22nd June 2008 Where: Mugdock, Stirling
Set in Mugdock Country Park, the Music Festival features acts from around the world and covers many musical genres, from the traditional sound of the bagpipes to African and Asian productions, as well as classic and folk.
St Magnus Festival
When: 20th - 25th June 2008 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.
Glasgow International Jazz Festival
When: 20th - 29th June 2008 Where: Glasgow
The Glasgow International 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.
Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
When: 21st - 22nd June 2008 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.
La Fête de la Musique
When: 21st June 2008 Where: Edinburgh
For the 26th edition of the Fête de la Musique, the French Institute will host more than 100 musicians, professionals and amateurs. They will present many kinds of music, from all around the world. In keeping with the spirit of the event, entrance will be free!
National Whale and Dolphin Watch 2008
When: 21st - 29th June 2008 Where: Manned sites around the Scottish coastline, also Shetland, Orkney and Inner Hebrides
Help map the distribution and variety of dolphins, whales and porpoises around the Scottish coast. Join trained observers from Sea Watch Foundation, a marine conservation research charity, to record sightings of species such as minke whales, killer whales and bottlenose dolphins.
RSAC Scottish Rally
When: 27th - 28th June 2008 Where: Dumfries & Galloway
A two-day rally through the challenging forest stages around Dumfries & Galloway, this is a round of the British and Scottish Championships.
Dundee Blues Bonanza
When: 27th - 29th June 2008 Where: Dundee
The Bonanza is Britain?s biggest free blues/roots festival! The now-famous extravaganza of live blues, boogie, rock and roots music attracts over 10,000 music fans to live performances in 30 city centre venues.
Mendelssohn on Mull Festival
When: 28th June - 5th July 2008 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: 29th June - 4th July 2008 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 Jazz Festival
When: (Dates tbc) 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.
The Ferry Fringe - South Queensferry's Arts Festival
When: (Dates tbc) Where: South Queensferry
Over 40 events - music, comedy, drama, workshops, poetry and exhibitions - in 14 venues over four days, together with a continental street market and a CAMRA-supported Beer Festival, all in front of the Forth Bridges, one of the most spectacular vistas in Scotland.
Common Riding Festivals
When: (Dates tbc) 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.
Robert The Bruce Festival
When: (Dates tbc) Where: Dunfermline
A spectacular celebration of King Robert the Bruce will take place in Dunfermline's Pittencrieff Park, in the shadow of the royal palace he once occupied. There will be jousting, re-enactments, live music, a medieval village, craft fair and much more for the whole family.
The Battle of Bannockburn
When: (Dates tbc) Where: Bannockburn
Hundreds of re-enactors will come together on the exact anniversary of Scotland's most celebrated battle to create the biggest re-enactment of this important event. There'll be archery, falconry, weapons demonstrations, children's entertainment, an all-out battle and much more !
The Buckie Festival
When: (Dates tbc) Where: Buckie
The streets of Buckie will be host to a thrilling promenade performance and over 300 people from throughout the region. A spectacular outdoor extravaganza choreographed by theatre MODO, of music, dancing and performance builds to a huge firework finale, the welcoming of the flotilla and a grand ceilidh.
Moray Firth Flotilla
When: (Dates tbc) 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.
Bard in the Botanics
When: (Dates tbc) Where: Glasgow
Scotland's only annual outdoor festival of Shakespeare returns for an encore of this popular event that promises something for everyone. Since the first phenomenally successful 'Bard in the Botanics' festival, thousands of visitors have come each year to see Shakespeare performed in the beautiful and historic surroundings of Glasgow's Botanic Gardens.
Newcastleton Traditional Music Festival
When: (Dates tbc) 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.
Perth Festival of the Arts
When: 22nd May - 1st June 2008 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.
Angus Glens Walking Festival
When: 29th May - 1st June 2008 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.
Taste of Edinburgh
When: 29th May - 1st June 2008 Where: Edinburgh
Taste of Edinburgh will give thousands of foodies the opportunity to enjoy the best that Scottish restaurants and food and drink producers have to offer. Edinburgh?s most prestigious restaurants and celebrated chefs will be serving sample-sized signature dishes, the Chef's Demonstration Theatre will allow visitors to watch top chefs in action while the Wine Experience will be offering wine tastings and tutorials. At delicious magazine producers' market there will be opportunities to discover, sample and buy authentic local produce.
Gardening Scotland
When: 30th May - 1st June 2008 Where: Edinburgh
Gardening Scotland is now established as the nation's foremost gardening and outdoor-living show. More than 30,000 visitors are expected to visit as many of the nation's best horticultural, craft and food companies in a show that appeals to all ages. Come along and be inspired, buy and get the very best horticultural advice from the experts. With a Craft Marquee, Food Pantry and Beechgrove Garden Q&A sessions, Gardening Scotland has all the ingredients for a fabulous day out.
Edinburgh Sevens
When: 31st May - 1st June 2008 Where: Edinburgh
Murrayfield Stadium will play host to the final of the IRB Sevens World Series this June. During this sporting extravaganza, the exhilarating and fast-paced rugby sevens tournament will take place on the main pitch while an equally amazing Festival of Rugby will take place throughout the stadium and on the back pitches during this two-day event. Stunning sevens action from all corners of the globe promises a fun weekend for everyone!
The Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival
When: 31st May & 1st June 2008 Where: Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
The Festival is all set to whet your appetite by selling game, fresh fish, tasty soups, bread and succulent roast meat and vegetables which you can then wash down in the Real Ale and Whisky tent. With a cookery demonstration marquee, a tasting table, try and buy with Scottish food producers and kids cookery lessons you?ll be hard pushed to keep your tummy empty for long!
Leith Festival
When: 30th May - 8th June 2008 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.
3 Harbours Arts Festival
When: 30th May - 8th June 2008 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.
