Active Events
Scotland is the perfect stage for events. Nowhere in the world can fill a stadium, sell out a festival or pack a street party the way Scotland can. That's why Scotland is home to some of the world's biggest and best events.
We've got events for all ages, covering the length and breadth of the land. Whether you have a special interest or want to try something new, you'll find the spectacular, the flamboyant and the unexpected, from contemporary international events to the best of traditional culture.
2011 year of Active Scotland
2011 brings the year of Active Scotland with a variety of events on offer encouraging visitors and Scots alike to get active and enjoy Scotland's great outdoors.
Read our Grab a Glen travel diary to find out about one of the top active events in Scotland, the Great Scottish Swim in Glasgow.
Discover Scotland's heritage and landmarks in Doors Open Days across Scotland in September; celebrate the 800-year-old tradition of the Common Ridings (when townsfolk would ride the boundaries to protect their lands) in 11 of Scotland's Border towns from June to August; join in the events around the Tall Ships Races at Greenock and Lerwick; enjoy free St Andrew's day events across the nation and sample the traditional spirit of winter in the bustling heart of Scotland's great cities with Scotland's winter festivals.
There's so much to choose from so come explore, enjoy and be entertained!
To find out more and to book your trip, visit Scotland's official tourism website, VisitScotland.com.
Please click here for more information on Active Events happening in Scotland.
