We have many exciting events and festivals throughout the year in Argyll and Bute. Let us help you find something entertaining, informative (and sometimes interactive!) for you to enjoy.
*please remember that Argyll and Bute Council does not necessarily run the events that are listed here, however, we will do our best to answer your questions or point you in the direction of the help you need.*
You can also find more event listings for specific areas within Argyll and Bute at the links below.
Campbeltown and Kintyre:www.visitkintyre.info
Helensburgh: www.helensburgh.co.uk
Dunoon:
Arrochar and Tarbet
3rd - 24th September 2010 - Helensburgh Library
ARTMAP Argyll Exhibiting in Helensburgh Library
Following Artmap Argyll’s annual “red dot” Open Studio trail in August, 12 of Artmap’s artists will be exhibiting work in Helensburgh Library. The work will include paintings, glass engravings, prints, weaving and pieces made from wood and textiles.
Date/Time: Normal Library Opening Hours
Friday 10th September 2010 - Mull Theatre
Mull Theatre: The Weir by Conor McPherson
In a remote Irish pub, tales of Ghosts, visions and hauntings take a shocking twist into reality.
Date/Time: Doors Open 19.30
16th September 2010 - The Scottish Association for Marine Science UHI, Dunstaffanage
UHI Annual Lecture 2010
You are invited to the UHI Annual Lecture 2010 which will be held on Thursday 16th September at the Scottish Association for Marine Science UHI near Oban
Date/Time: 2.45 pm - 11.00 pm
24th - 27th September 2010 - The PAVILION Rothesay Isle Of Bute - All weekend event
Bute Linedance Festival
A weekend of non stop Linedancing
Date/Time: All weekend event
06/10/10 - Rothesay Pavilion
The Weir
Mull Theatre present The Weir, a play by Conor McPherson in Rothesay Pavilion
Date/Time: 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm
16th October 2010 - Kilmartin House Museum, Kilmartin
Ask the Archaeologist
Do you have an archaeological question you've always wanted answered? Now you can ask the experts!
Date/Time: 10:00-12:30 14:00-16:00
October 17th 2010 - Old Quay, Campbeltown
Campbeltown Geology Walk
Find out about the fascinating geology that abounds in Campbeltown
Date/Time: 14:00 - 15:30
14th November - Victoria Halls and Helensburgh Swimming Pool
Gordon Smith
An evening of mediumship, back by popular demand following his last sell out performance
Date/Time: Doors Open 19.30
November 20th - 21st 2010 - Kilmartin House Museum, Kilmartin
Wool Spinning with Jae Ferguson
Learn how to spin during this 2 day workshop
Date/Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 1st September 2010 - Corran Halls, Oban
Training for Adult Literacy Volunteer Tutors
Nearly one in four adults in Scotland have some difficulty with reading, writing and number skills - find out how you can help
Date/Time: 10.30 am to 1.00 pm
December 5th 2010 - Kilmartin House Museum, Kilmartin
Craft Fair
Our ever popular craft fair returns at the beginning of December.
Date/Time: 11:00 - 16:30
6th June 2010 - 21st December 2010 - Kilmartin House Museum
Dalriada - Digs and Discoveries
Continuation of the Dalriada, Digs and Discoveries Project
Date/Time: 10:00am - 5.30pm