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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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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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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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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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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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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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Scottish ballet

The Snow Queen

28th - 31st January 2026

Eden Court Theatre - Inverness

Scottish Ballet: The Snow Queen

Scottish Ballet’s spectacular and much-loved production of The Snow Queen returns to the stage, after its hugely popular tour in 2022.

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Winter yoga retreat

Winter Day Retreat

1st February

Altyre Estate, Forres

Highland Yoga Collective event set within the idyllic Altyre Estate surrounded by ancient woodland. This day retreat is designed to calm the mind and nourish the body. Let us take care of the details; this is your time to slow down, turn inwards, and reconnect.

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Inverness Half

Inverness Half Marathon

8th March

Inverness

Run a half marathon in the capital of the Highlands.

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