What's on in and around Inverness and Loch Ness
On top of so many attractions, activities, and things to see and do in and around Inverness and Loch Ness, there are also a great number of events happening year-round to give you the perfect reason to visit! Below you will find a guide to what's on throughout the year, there is so much that you may need to visit more than once!
What's on Monthly
Below you will find events happening in Inverness and Loch Ness listed by month order.
To skip to the month you wish to look at you can simply click the month you need below and it will take you straight there!
January 2025
The Strathpuffer
The Strathpuffer
11th & 12th January 2025
24 hour mountain bike endurance event that is ALWAYS a sell out!
The Nutcracker Ballet
22nd - 25th January 2025
Enjoy a visual feast for you and your family, with live music played by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra, this ever-popular ballet is the perfect treat.
Other events in January
Talk & Show event at The Ledge Climbing Gym - 23rd January - 7pm - Dan Milner talks about mountain biking around South Korea
Burns Night Celebrations - Want to hold your own Burns Night celebration, find out how on our Burns Night Blog!
We will list other celebrations going on in the destination for Burn's Night below
February 2025
Food & Drink Festival 2025!
22nd February - 9th March 2025
Get ready to indulge your senses at the Inverness and Loch Ness Food and Drink Festival, a two-week celebration of exceptional flavours, from mouth-watering restaurant deals, unique culinary experiences, unbeatable foodie offers, to exclusive food experiences, there’s something for every palate.
Taste of Inverness & Loch Ness Dinner
Friday 28th February - Kingsmills Hotel
A one-of-a-kind dining experience, celebrating the finest local producers from the Inverness & Loch Ness region. As part of the Food and Drink Festival you can experience this unique evening that offers the opportunity to indulge in exceptional food and drink. Perfect for food lovers, local producers, and anyone passionate about Highland flavours; this will be a true celebration of the region’s exceptional produce and vibrant community.
Hosted by MasterChef finalist Sarah Rankin the evening will be a beautiful mix of mouth watering dining and storytelling from our local producers throughout the meal.
Steve Steinman's Vampires Rock Eternal Love - The Musical
Eden Court Musical
Go on an epic journey into a fantastical, dark thrilling world filled with Vampires, where the love-struck Vampire Baron searches for eternal love and takes his new bride.
Learn how to make chocolate truffles
Are you a chocolate lover who would like to learn the art of working with chocolate or would you like to give a personal gift on Mother’s Day? Whatever the reason - make your own handmade chocolate truffles at The Station Road Restaurant, Fort Augustus.
This is an introductory 2 hour class for anyone with little or no experience of chocolate.
Chocolatiers take home 20-35 beautifully presented chocolate truffles and chocolate treats.
What will I make?
• Dark caramel truffles
• Fruit and nut chocolate bark
• White chocolate lollipops
Class Dates
Weds 26th Feb - Sat 1st March - 2-4pm
Weds 5th March - Sat 8th March - 2-4pm
£50 Per Person
Book your place on this unique and creative class here
Or call The Lovat on 01456 490000
Meet the expert at Loch Ness Centre
Saturday 8th February 2025
Join expert Alan McKenna as he guides you through expeditions of the Loch, offering you the chance to delve into the unknown and forge connections. An opportunity to learn more about his research and views first-hand, immersing yourself in the mysteries of the legendary waters.
Music at Dundreggan
Music from Hannah Read & Michael Starkey, with Cahalen Morrison
Sunday 9 February 2025
4 – 6 pm
Over recent years, Hannah Read and Michael Starkey have fast become one of the most sought-after fiddle-banjo duos on the UK acoustic music scene.
March 2025
Taste of Inverness
Saturday 1st March
Kingsmills Hotel
10am - 2pm
A true celebration of the incredible food and drink talents of local suppliers, businesses, and experiences, with a fantastic lineup of inspirational speakers and engaging demonstrations all gathered together in one delicious event.
Shortbread Showdown Grand Final
Saturday 8th March
Eden Court Theatre
10am - 2pm
Enjoy tasting the best shortbread from across the Highlands and Scotland as the finalists compete for the top spot. Cast your vote in the public poll, cheer on your favourites, and celebrate alongside our expert judges as they crown the overall winner.
Bring your appetite and your love for Scotland’s most iconic treat, it’s going to be a deliciously fun experience for all!
Food & Drink Festival 2025
22nd February - 9th March 2025
Get ready to indulge your senses at the Inverness and Loch Ness Food and Drink Festival, a two-week celebration of exceptional flavours, from mouth-watering restaurant deals, unique culinary experiences, unbeatable foodie offers, to exclusive food experiences, there’s something for every palate.
SIX The Musical
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Inverness following its previous sell out success!
Tuesday 4th - Saturday 8th March 2025
Eun-Me Ahn Dance Company Dragons
Eden Court Show
Avant-garde South Korean choreographer Eun-Me Ahn’s joyful riot of dance, music and non-stop movement brings together modern and traditional dance styles from across Asia.
Tuesday 18th - Weds 19th March
Singing in the rain
Inverness Musical Theatre are proud to present their 100th anniversary show, and what better way to celebrate than with “the greatest musical of all time”, Singin’ in the Rain!
Eden Court
Wed 26th - Sat 29th March 2025
Inverness Half Marathon
Sunday 9th March 2025
Come and run with many locals and visitors at the incredibly popular Inverness half marathon!
Finishing with a wonderful run along the River Ness, you can get a medal for doing some sightseeing!
Salt House in Concert at Dundreggan
Friday 7 March 2025
7 – 9 pm
Salt House have been a mainstay on the folk scene for over a decade. The band’s reputation as thoughtful and innovative interpreters of both old ballads and contemporary songs has been solidified with acclaimed album releases and extensive touring.
Biofluorescent Night Walks at Dundreggan
Monday 24 March 2025
7 – 8:30 pm or 9-10:30pm
As seen in BBC news! After the last event’s popularity, we’re pleased to welcome back nature guide David Atthowe for an extraordinary adventure into the fascinating world of biofluorescence! Biofluorescence is a unique phenomenon where certain organisms emit light in different colours than the ones they absorb, and we will embark on a guided walk to discover this captivating natural phenomenon up close.
Inverness Cocktail Week 2025
Enjoy cocktails from £5 and discounts at 30+ businesses throughout the city!
Find out more and get your wristband below!
Annual Fiddlers' Rally Concert
Featuring over 100 musicians on stage together playing rousing Traditional Scottish Music, the concert will be held in Eden Court Theatre on Saturday 1st March '25.
April 2025
Etape Loch Ness
Sunday 27th April 2025
Entries are open for this incredibly popular 66 mile cycle around the iconic Loch Ness on traffic free roads and tackling 900m of ascent.
Giovanni - The Last Dance
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice returns to Eden Court in 2025 with his tour ‘The Last Dance’.
Tues 1st - Weds 2nd April
Pirates!
Eden Court Show
Scottish Dance Theatre Family Dance
All on board for Scottish Dance Theatre’s family show Pirates!
Thurs 10th - Sat 12th April 2025
279th anniversary of the Battle of Culloden
The 2025 commemoration event will take place on Saturday 19 April, marking the 279th anniversary of the Battle of Culloden? ⚔️
The event hosts speakers and talks from historians Dr Darren Scott Layne and Dr Arran Paul Johnston as they each deliver engaging insights into the Jacobite uprising using data and eyewitness testimony. 🗡
To find out more and reserve your seats - Click here
📍Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre
🗓 Saturday 19th April
⏰ 13:30 to 14:45 (Doors open 13:15)
🎟 £10 - ticket includes both speaker talks
Nessie's Easter Egg Hunt!
Friday 18th - Monday 21st April
Nessie has hidden her eggs around The Loch Ness Centre—can you find them all? Over the Easter weekend, explore the centre, uncover the hidden eggs, and claim your special treat from the Ticket Office.
Free for all ticket holders, so take the whole family for an egg-citing adventure!
Explore Loch Ness with expert Alan Mckenna
Saturday 5th April - at 2pm & 3pm
Get on board Deepscan for a 1 hour cruise with renowned researcher Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration. Using our brand-new hydrophone to listen for mysterious sounds from the depths. Hear Alan’s insights from years of research and quiz Alan on his past research projects.
Other dates available in July, August, September and November.
Easter Egg Hunt
Enjoy FREE fun for all the family hunting for eggs in city centre shop windows, with a colourful map to guide your adventure!
Face painting, street entertainment, glitter tattoos, Easter activities
The Victorian Market will also host special Easter activities and live music!
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
Enjoy something unique! A 60 minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
Multiple talks weekly
Easter Fun at Farm Ness!
Beatrix Potter-inspired Easter adventure at Farm Ness
As you explore, fill out your 'Easter Passport,' collecting stamps with every activity. Enjoy meeting our fluffy friends, complete a fun craft, and join in the famous Easter Egg Hunt. Every child participant will receive a delicious chocolate egg as a sweet reward!
ICONS Supper club
New Torrish Supper Club experience, on Friday 11th April 2025. Named ICONS, it honours the legendary ingredients, people, and traditions. Take a seat at the community table, where guests can come together, bringing like-minded food lovers closer through a passion for outstanding Scottish gastronomy.
The Gathering Take Over!
Saturday 05 April - Victorian Market!
The Gathering takeover the market for the day. Live music, fun and fab festival vibes. Plus, your chance to win FREE festival tickets!
Market on the Green Drumnadrochit
12th & 26th April 2025
A fantastic community craft market for local and Highland makers and producers on Drumnadrochit Green.
May 2025 Events
Loch Ness Quest 2025!
Join in all the fun of the 2025 Loch Ness Quest!
Thursday 22nd to Sunday 25th May 2025
Four captivating days of exploration to unravel the mystery of Loch Ness and its elusive monster. Participate in engaging events, search for clues, debate theories, and delve into the secrets of this legendary loch. Most of all DO NOT miss out on the adventure!
Quest weekend activities
Stories of the Loch - Friday 23rd May - 5-7pm
Surface Watch – FREE to take part - Saturday 24th May - 10am to 4pm
Nessie’s Family Quest Day – FREE to take part - Saturday 24th May - 10am - 4pm
Hydrophone Discovery Cruise - Saturday 24th May - 2pm & 3.30pm
Live Debate - Saturday 24th May - 6pm-8pm
Pre-Quest Gathering - Thursday 22nd May, 6-8pm
Stories of the Loch
Friday 23rd May, 5-7pm
Loch Ness Quest Event
An evening of Highland folklore and dance - Join the Loch ness Centre for a night where myths, music, and dance unite—an enchanting celebration of Scotland’s legendary past!
Nessie's Family Quest
Saturday 24th May, 10am - 4pm
FREE family fun at The Loch Ness Centre!
Enjoy a variety of interactive activities, including face painting, competitions, immersive storytelling, and Scottish dance performances.
Hydrophone Discovery Cruise
Saturday 24th May - 2pm & 3.30pm
Enjoy an extended cruise on Loch Ness with local skipper and renowned researcher Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration. Use the hydrophone to listen for mysterious underwater sounds and watch the waters with Alan—who knows what you might spot?
Quest - Live debates
Saturday 24th May - 6pm-8pm
Step into the heart of the mystery with a dynamic live debate featuring Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration alongside other leading voices. Together, they’ll explore the question: Is the Loch Ness Monster real, a myth, or something in between? Nessie, nonsense, or new possibilities—join the conversation and decide for yourself.
Thursday 22nd May, 6-8pm
Gather at the local Loch Ness Inn on the first night of The Quest for a relaxed meetup. Share the excitement, strategies, and mingle with fellow questers before embarking on the journey ahead. T
his is a FREE event – part of The Quest.
Inverness Car Show
Sunday 18th May 2025
Location - Dores, Loch Ness
Expect to see 1000 Performance, modified, street, classic, retro & race cars on display, along with a Live stunt show taking place 3 times across the day
May Market on the Green
10th & 24th May 2025
A fantastic community craft market of local and Highland makers and producers on Drumnadrochit Green.
Scottish Opera: The Merry Widow
Eden Court Theatre Show
Thurs 22nd - Sat 24th May
Director John Savournin updates Lehár’s captivating will-they, won’t-they romance, with lavish designs by takis that evoke all the glamour of 1950s Manhattan.
The Gathering
Saturday 24th May 2025
Northern Meeting Park, Inverness
The gathering of Amazing trad bands in a day of Live music heaven!
Inverness Classic Vehicle Show
Saturday 17th May
Location -Inverness City Centre
The annual Inverness Classic Vehicle Show takes over the city centre with loads for the family to do! At 3pm the Parade Finale takes place through Inverness High Street with the procession of vehicles led by the City of Inverness Youth Pipe Band.
Inverness Walking and Wheeling Festival
Awaiting 2025 dates
A collection of events showcasing Inverness as the perfect city for walking, cycling and active travel.
Ultra X Ultra Marathons
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th May 2025
Loch Ness
Entries open for 2025 for the 50 & 100km races around the mighty Loch Ness.
Beauly Buzz
16th & 17th May 2025
Beauly Holiday Park - A fantastic two-day music festival featuring local bands held in Beauly.
Ardersier Gala Classic Car Show and Parade.
Saturday 31st May -Ardersier - A wide range of classics, retros and interesting vehicles with a host of entertainment for all ages on the day.
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
June 2025
Beauly Distilled
Saturday 7th June 2025
3pm - 10pm
Beauly Holiday Park
Local gins and local artists, it'll be gin-tastic!
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe comes to Eden Court from 24 - 28 June 2025.
Bluesy Beauly
Saturday 28th June 2025
Beauly Holiday Park
A blues themed festival in beautiful Beauly!
Highland Pride
Join the Highland Pride Parade and party!
The Pride event is FREE and will be held on Saturday 7th June in Inverness.
Market on the green!
14th & 28th June 2025
A fantastic community craft market for local and Highland makers and producers on Drumnadrochit Green.
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
Multiple talks weekly
Enjoy something unique! A 60-minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
Whisky Gig at the Malt Room
Every Thursday Evening!
Enjoy a fun evening of whisky tasting, Scottish music and plenty of craic with the team at The Malt Room and folk singer Davy Holt. Booking required.
Highland Malt Whisky Experience
Malt whisky, music and story.
The Highland malt whisky experience is held 6 nights a week (Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri) at 7pm, from mid April until mid October in MacGregors Bar, Inverness.
The Highlander Experience
Daily afternoon and evening shows!
The Highlander Experience shows take you on a journey weaving fascinating history with traditional music, food and a chance to sample some of our finest drinks.
The city centre experience takes place during the day at the MacGregor's Bar and the full evening shows are hosted at Bogbain Farm, just outside Inverness.
July 2025
Inverness Highland Games 2025
Saturday 12th July 2025
Bught Park, Inverness
Come and be part of a traditional Scottish Highland Games. Whether you come to compete or spectate, you’ll have a great day out enjoying the range of activities for all ages.
Belladrum Festival
31st July - 2nd August
The Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival is a sell out music and arts festival, held on the Belladrum Estate in Kiltarlity near Inverness. This years headliners include Texas, Supergrass and Paul Heaton among other fantastic acts joining them for a brilliant few days!
Under Canvas at Eden Court
Awaiting dates to be confirmed for 2025
Daily family-friendly events, with a line-up featuring Scottish traditional music, performance and DJ sets, a pop-up bar with local beers, gins and whisky and you can enjoy food from the outdoor shacks.
Explore Loch Ness with expert Alan Mckenna
Saturday 5th July - at 2pm & 3pm
Get on board Deepscan for a 1 hour cruise with renowned researcher Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration. Using our brand-new hydrophone to listen for mysterious sounds from the depths. Hear Alan’s insights from years of research and quiz Alan on his past research projects.
Other dates available in August, September and November.
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
Enjoy something unique! A 60 minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
Multiple talks weekly.
Market on the Green Drumnadrochit
12th & 26th July
A fantastic community craft market for local and Highland makers and producers on Drumnadrochit Green.
Whisky Gig at the Malt Room
Every Thursday Evening!
Enjoy a fun evening of whisky tasting, Scottish music and plenty of craic with the team at The Malt Room and folk singer Davy Holt. Booking required.
Highland Malt Whisky Experience
Malt whisky, music and story.
The Highland malt whisky experience is held 6 nights a week (Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri) at 7pm, from mid April until mid October in MacGregors Bar, Inverness.
The Highlander Experience
Daily afternoon and evening shows!
The Highlander Experience shows take you on a journey weaving fascinating history with traditional music, food and a chance to sample some of our finest drinks.
The city centre experience takes place during the day at the MacGregor's Bar and the full evening shows are hosted at Bogbain Farm, just outside Inverness.
More events in July 2025
Outdoor Theatre at Cawdor Castle!
Saturday 12th July
The Three Inch Fools performing A Midsummer Night's Dream. Taking place on the front lawn of the Castle, they take place come rain or shine! Bring along a chair, some blankets and a picnic, and settle in for the show.
Kessock Ferry Swim - Sunday 6th July 2025
1200m swim across the iconic tidal narrows of the old ferry route between South & North Kessock.
August 2025
Summer Shows and Fairs in August!
Blackisle Show - 7th August 2025 - The largest agricultural show in the north draws entries from all over Scotland.
Moy Fair - 8th & 9th August 2025 - Moy - Moy Fair offers a wide range of entertainment and activities for all of the family! The emphasis is on field sports activities with competitions in fly casting, gun dog handling and clay pigeon shooting.
Glen Urquhart Highland Games - Saturday 23rd August 2025 - Drumnadrochit - Experience a traditional Highland games
Celebration of the Centuries
Saturday 9th & 10th August 2025
Fort George are once again hosting a celebration of the centuries event, their largest re-enactment event.
Under Canvas in August!
Location : Eden Court, Inverness
Daily family-friendly events, the line-up features Scottish traditional music, performance and DJ sets, a pop-up bar with local beers, gins and whisky and you can enjoy food from the outdoor shacks.
Cawdor Castle Outdoor Theatre
Thursday 28th August | 6.30pm
Much Ado About Nothing (The HandleBards)
Taking place on the front lawn of the Castle, they take place come rain or shine! Take along a chair, some blankets and a picnic, and settle in for the show.
Deepscan Loch Ness Cruise with researcher Alan Mckenna
Saturday 30th August 2pm & 3pm
Loch Ness Centre, Drumnadrochit - This intimate cruise takes up to 12 guests on a journey through the past 40 years of scientific research into the mysteries of Loch Ness.
Market on the Green Drumnadrochit
Saturday 9th & 30th August
A fantastic community craft market for local and Highland makers and producers on Drumnadrochit Green.
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
Multiple talks weekly
Enjoy something unique! A 60 minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
Whisky Gig at the Malt Room
Every Thursday Evening!
Enjoy a fun evening of whisky tasting, Scottish music and plenty of craic with the team at The Malt Room and folk singer Davy Holt. Booking required.
Highland Malt Whisky Experience
Malt whisky, music and story.
The Highland malt whisky experience is held 6 nights a week (Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri) at 7pm, from mid April until mid October in MacGregors Bar, Inverness.
The Highlander Experience
Daily afternoon and evening shows!
The Highlander Experience shows take you on a journey weaving fascinating history with traditional music, food and a chance to sample some of our finest drinks.
The city centre experience takes place during the day at the MacGregor's Bar and the full evening shows are hosted at Bogbain Farm, just outside Inverness.
Strathpetal
16th & 17th August 2025 11-4pm
You’ll be welcomed through the gates of around 20 privately owned gardens in this Victorian village, enjoy live music in the village square as well as home-made tea and cakes, and you’ll be able to hitch a ride on a MacBrayne’s vintage bus to get to the next garden!
September 2025
Loch Ness Marathon
Sunday 28th September 2025
Come and run along side the world famous Loch in this award winning and incredibly scenic marathon. One of the best weekends in Inverness and Loch Ness for the buzz and atmosphere!
Beauly and the Beast
Saturday 20th September 2025
A night of monstrously great music from local bands and all to a monster theme, held at Beauly Holiday Park.
Deepscan Loch Ness Cruise with researcher Alan Mckenna
Saturday 27th September 2pm & 3pm
Loch Ness Centre, Drumnadrochit - This intimate cruise takes up to 12 guests on a journey through the past 40 years of scientific research into the mysteries of Loch Ness.
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
Multiple talks weekly
Enjoy something unique! A 60 minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
Whisky Gig at the Malt Room
Every Thursday Evening!
Enjoy a fun evening of whisky tasting, Scottish music and plenty of craic with the team at The Malt Room and folk singer Davy Holt. Booking required.
Highland Malt Whisky Experience
Malt whisky, music and story.
The Highland malt whisky experience is held 6 nights a week (Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri) at 7pm, from mid April until mid October in MacGregors Bar, Inverness.
The Highlander Experience
Daily afternoon and evening shows!
The Highlander Experience shows take you on a journey weaving fascinating history with traditional music, food and a chance to sample some of our finest drinks.
The city centre experience takes place during the day at the MacGregor's Bar and the full evening shows are hosted at Bogbain Farm, just outside Inverness.
Northern Meeting Piping Competition
11th & 12th September 2025
Eden Court Theatre
The Northern Meeting Piping Competition is one of the most prestigious piping competitions in the world.
Market on the Green Drumnadrochit
13th & 27th September
A fantastic community craft market for local and Highland makers and producers on Drumnadrochit Green.
October 2025
17th - 26th October
A packed programme of outdoor activities and events for everyone to enjoy! From kayaking, cycling tours, axe throwing and gorge walking to Highland coo tours, archery and sunrise skinny dipping... yes you read right! Autumn adventures galore, book ahead so you don't miss out!
Halloween Activities in Inverness and Loch Ness
Legends and Lanterns at the Loch Ness Centre
Friday 31st October, 5pm-7pm
Celebrate the magic of Old Hallow’s Eve with an enchanting evening of storytelling and creativity. Craft your own lantern to light the way as you listen to captivating local tales. Perfect for all ages, this atmospheric event is sure to ignite your imagination and bring the legends of the loch to life.
Halloween Spooky Shoot at Bowhunter Archery - Awaiting dates for 2025
Halloween Walking Tours - Walking Tours Inverness - Awaiting dates for 2025
Felt your own pumpkin at Dundreggan Visitor Centre - Awaiting dates for 2025
Potion Makers Trail - Urquhart Castle and Fort George - Awaiting dates for 2025
Great Big Living History Week
Awaiting dates for 2025!
Historic Scotland Living History characters are back! Especially for the October Holidays Urquhart Castle and Fort George will be hosting characters throughout history, get the opportunity to meet a knight at Urquhart Castle.
Their characters will be on hand to tell you all about the site, the time period they are portraying as well as posing for some photos!
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row
Multiple talks weekly
Enjoy something unique! A 60 minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
November 2024
Deepscan Loch Ness Cruise with researcher Alan Mckenna - Saturday 1st November 12pm & 2pm - Loch Ness Centre, Drumnadrochit - This intimate cruise takes up to 12 guests on a journey through the past 40 years of scientific research into the mysteries of Loch Ness.
Tartan Talks at Rebel Row - Multiple talks weekly - Enjoy something unique! A 60 minute talk of an untold Story of Tartan, Traitors, and Rebellion at Rebel Row in Inverness.
The Lovat Supper Club - Awaiting dates for 2025
Wine and Cheese Tasting Evening at The Whitebridge Hotel - Awaiting dates for 2025.
Murder Mystery at Whitebridge Hotel - Awaiting dates for 2025.
Arts and crafts festival at Eden Court - Awaiting dates for 2025.
Candlelight Concert Awaiting dates for 2025.
Whisky Gig at the Malt Room - Awaiting dates for 2025.
Glen Urquhart Community Bonfire - awaiting date for 2025
Inverness Bonfire - 5th November - 7pm - Bught Park
Arts and crafts festival at Eden Court - Awaiting dates for 2025.
Community Thank You Weekend at Culloden Battlefield -Awaiting dates for 2025.
December 2024
Panto Time!
Eden Court Pantomine for 2024!
Jack And The Beanstalk
4th December to 5th January 2025
Hogmanay Event
Celebrate the New Year at the stunning Clava Mains Highland Fire Hogmanay event! A night of music, dancing, and traditional festivities. Don't miss out on this unforgettable way to ring in the New Year in true Highland style!
Singleton Sessions in December
Enjoy music, food and a dram at The Singleton Glen Ord Distillery.
7th December - Davy Holt. Alan Kells
14th December - Tuath
21st December - Calum MacPhail
28th December - Calum Jones
No bookings required. Free events. Bands will play from 1430 - 1730.
More December events
Meet the expert at Loch Ness Centre - Saturday 7th December - Join expert Alan McKenna as he guides you through expeditions of the Loch, offering you the chance to delve into the unknown and forge connections. An opportunity to learn more about his research and views first-hand, immersing yourself in the mysteries of the legendary waters.
Howdens Garden Centre Christmas Shopping Night - Thursday 5th December 4-7:30pm
Inverness Town House Christmas Fair - 7th - 8th December - Inverness Town house
Clava Mains Christmas Market - Sunday 8th December -Food, gifts and family fun!
Skating with Santa and Christmas Market- Saturday 14th December - Inverness Ice Centre - Various sessions available, booking essential!
Whisky Gig at the Malt Room - Saturday 21st December - A fun evening of whisky tasting, Scottish music and plenty of craic with the team at The Malt Room and folk singer Davy Holt. Booking required.
Cawdor Christmas Market - No market in 2024 - Returning in 2025.
Looking for a festive get-away?
Christmas and New year, known as Hogmanay in Scotland is a great time to visit Inverness and Loch Ness. Take a look at what's on offer with local hotel packages for stays during the festive season!
Eden Court Theatre
In the heart of Inverness is Eden Court, the Highland's largest theatre, cinema and arts venue situated close to the banks of the River Ness. It has an incredible lineup of shows throughout the year including touring west end musicals, Scottish Ballet, Opera, comedians, musicians and much more.
To check out what's on during your visit CLICK HERE
Discover so much more
For more inspiration of what to see and do during your visit to Inverness and Loch Ness, head over to our Discover More page where you will find blogs and articles on everything from local hidden gems to find, to the best activities and attractions not to miss.