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Blues Festival

Inverness International Blues Festival

From 12 noon, enjoy live acts until late! 7 legendary blues artists and international talent creating soul-stirring performances in a family-fun atmosphere. From American to European-based blues acts, the event promises an authentic collection of sound that honours the genre’s deep roots and global influence.

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Highland Games

Inverness Highland Games 2026

Discover one of Scotland’s most iconic cultural events at the Inverness Highland Games. From caber tossing to Highland dancing, bagpipes to family fun, this is a true celebration of Highland heritage and community.

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Loch Ness Marathon

Loch Ness Marathon

Run one of the most scenic marathons in the world, along the iconic Loch Ness!

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Taste of the Highlands

Taste of the Highlands

Explore over 50 Highland food and drink producers, makers, and experiences. Enjoy live demos and inspirational talks, all under one roof!

Food and Drink Extravaganza!

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Festive alpaca

Festive jingle alpaca treks

20th November - 22nd December 2025

Dores - Loch Ness

Something different to meeting Santa! Why not enjoy a festive jingle trek or meet and greet with a hot chocolate with the local alpacas? Various dates and times available

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Panto

It's Panto Time!

3rd December 2025 - 4th January 2026

Eden Court Theatre

Enjoy all the festive fun at the Eden Court pantomime! Don’t miss this magical Inverness Christmas tradition for the whole family.

 

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Jacobite Santa Cruise

Cruise with Santa!

6th - 21st December 2025

Dochgarroch

Step aboard a magical family adventure with Jacobite Loch Ness Cruises this December. The 1-hour Santa Cruises are packed with Christmas cheer. Meet friendly elves, enjoy festive treats, and of course, say hello to Santa himself!

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Breakfast with Santa

Breakfast with Santa

13th - 24th December 2025

Howdens Garden Centre

A fabulous festive morning to enjoy a delicious breakfast for the whole family, with a special visit from Santa and a gift for every child.

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Quila Cridhe

Mini Xmas Market with Coo Meet and Greet!

21st December

Drumnadrochit

Enjoy a festive Christmas market with a coo twist at Quila Cridhe!

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Bogmanay

Bogmanay Hogmanay Event

31st December

Bogbain Inverness

Join in the legendary Hogmanay celebrations.

Schiehallion will lead the festivities followed by the resident traditional MGM Ceilidh band who will take you through to the bells, and we will have you filling the dance floor with your favourite tunes through till 1am.

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La Nativité du Seigneur

2nd January

Inverness Cathedral

La Nativité du Seigneur is Messiaen's earliest large-scale work for organ, in which his unique compositional style is fully displayed. James Thomas is delighted to perform for you at the Inverness Cathedral. 

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Mozart for all

Mozart for All: Concert

10th January

Inverness Cathedral

Come and enjoy a very special performance of Mozart's Requiem under the direction of D James Ross MBE with Gordon Tocher (organ), a full orchestra, a steller line up of local soloists and a chorus of 200. 

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Strathpuffer event

The Strathpuffer

10th - 11th January 2026

Contin Forest at Brahan Estate

24 hour mountain bike endurance event that is ALWAYS a sell out!

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