What’s on
Inverness and Loch Ness have a great number of events happening year-round to give you the perfect reason to visit!
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Panto themed festive foodie event!
4th December - 23rd October 2025
Beauly
Various dates available to book
Great food and even better storytelling at the Downright Gabbler's festive themed evenings! These events focus on the origins and traditions of Scottish pantomime over the years. Something really unique!
Tartan Rag Wreath Making at Rebel Row
19th November - 10th December 2025
Rebel Row - Inverness
19th November & 10th December
Make your very own Rebel Rag Wreath with our Prickly Thistle Tartan. All materials will be provided along with some festive drinks and nibbles, just what you need to get you into the festive spirit. You can keep your wreath for yourself or gift it!
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
Reusable Cloth Cracker workshop at Rebel Row
26th November - 10th December 2025
Rebel Row - Inverness
26th November - 10th December
Make your very own Rebel Reusable Cloth Crackers with our Prickly Thistle Tartan. All materials will be provided along with some festive drinks and nibbles, just what you need to get you into the festive spirit. You can keep your crackers for yourself or gift it!
Choose your own Culloden Christmas Tree
30th November - 7th December 2025
Culloden Battlefield
Various dates available
Add some history and heritage to your Christmas decorations this year by choosing your own tree from Culloden Battlefield.
Take a walk on the historic battlefield and choose your own Christmas tree. Join a member of our estates team who will cut and ready the tree of your choice!
Children's Choirs in the Victorian Market
2nd - 20th December 2025
Celebrate the Holidays with Primary School Choirs
Go along to The Victorian Market for joyful performances by the talented Primary School Choirs! Their cheerful voices will fill the Food and Drink Hall with classic Christmas carols and festive favourites, spreading warmth and holiday cheer throughout the market.
These events are perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy the magic of the season. Sing along to beloved carols, soak up the festive atmosphere, and support our local young performers as they share their love of music.
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.
Wasps Creative Academy Christmas Makers Market
5th - 7th December 2025
Inverness
Wasps Creative Academy's shop the Halls event, which will feature open studios, exhibitions, a festive market and more.
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!