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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The Loch Ness Quest Festival
28th - 30th May 2026
Drumnadrochit
Be part of a legendary 4-day celebration at Loch Ness with The Quest 2026!
Choose from a Saturday Pass or the full Weekend Pass – both will give you access to exciting events like Stories of the Loch, the Hydrophone Discovery Cruise, and the Signature Tour. Full details will be released soon – stay tuned!
The Gathering
30th May
Inverness
The Gathering Festival is back for one day in Inverness, celebrating the best of the Highlands & Scotland, live music, culture, food & drink.
11:30am - 22:30pm
Inverness Highland Games 2026
11th July
Inverness
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.
Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival
30th July - 1st August 2026
Inverness
Belladrum Tartan Heart Music Festival - The only festival to attend this summer!
Glen Urquhart Highland Games
22nd August
Drumnadrochit
The Glenurquhart Highland Gathering & Games is a highlight of the Scottish Highland Games calendar. It brings together tradition, heritage, sport, and culture in a breathtaking setting by the shores of Loch Ness. Held annually on the fourth Saturday in August, it features thrilling heavyweight events like caber tossing and hammer throwing, alongside Highland dancing, piping, and competitive track events.
Northern Meeting Piping Competition
3rd - 4th September 2026
Inverness
The Northern Meeting Piping Competition is the most prestigious piping competition in the world. Held in Inverness annually.
Loch Ness Marathon
27th September
Inverness
Run one of the most scenic marathons in the world, along the iconic Loch Ness!