other events in scotland

Edinburgh Film Festival
The Edinburgh International Film Festival which takes place in August each year is world class, and The Edinburgh International Film Festival presents a dynamic and internationally acclaimed Film Festival in Edinburgh, which is a key event on the international Film Industry calendar. For 59 years the Edinburgh International Film Festival has been bringing to Edinburgh films that are entertaining, challenging and inspiring. Whether you are an Edinburgh based film fan, or a movie lover from overseas, you will not be disappointed by the range of films that are on offer at the film festival.

Highland Gatherings
Highland Games in Scotland are renowned the world over as a unique event combining skills, culture, music and real Scottish hospitality. While the games still contain a very competitive, the spectacle of Highland dancing and pipe bands combined with the tradition and excitement of the occasion make the Games a real highlight for any visitor lucky enough to be in Scotland at the right time.

The original of the Games are like most traditions lost in the mists of time - however the popularity of the Games is as strong as ever especially in the USA where there are many more Highland Games held than in Scotland!!
A typical Highland Games will include pipe band competitions, highland dancing and traditional feats of strength such as tossing the caber, throwing the hammer, the shot putt and a tug-of-war.

Local highland games abound here, and include, each year....

In July
Alva Highland Games
Stirling Highland Games
Loch Lomond Highland Games
Callander Lomond Highland Games

In August
Killin Highland Games
Bridge of Allan Highland Games

Check www.albagames.co.uk for details and dates.

Stirling Farmers’ Market
Stirling Farmers' Market is held on the second Saturday of each month from 9 am to 2pm.