Events & Festivals
Kintyre District Drama Festival (Feb 27th - 28th 2026)
The SCDA Kintyre District Drama Festival 2026 was held in February 2026 at the Victoria Hall in Campbeltown, featuring local amateur dramatic talent. The event saw Fyne Acting Company take 1st place (Rex Trophy), with the Accent Players placing 2nd. The festival, which acts as a qualifier for the Scottish Community Drama Association one-act festival, showcased various local groups
Straightliners (Jun 21st - 22nd 2026)
Scotland's biggest ever top speed event returns to Campbeltown Airport this summer,
featuring RWYB 1/4 mile drag racing and the top speed mile. This event is brought to Kinytre by Europe's leading organisers of straight line events, drag racing & motorsport for anything on wheels. From motorbikes to supercars, everyone is covered!
For full details visit https://straightliners.events/venues/camplbeltown/
Kintyre Songwriters Festival (Jul 3rd - 5th 2026)
The 17th annual Kintyre Songwriters Festival will be held in Campbeltown on the first weekend of July. The festival was set up to support local talent, give local audiences a chance to hear the music of local songwriters and the best performers from across Scotland and beyond.
The Kintyre Way Ultra (May 9th 2026)
The Kintyre Way is one of Scotland’s most scenic long-distance paths offering serious trail running in idyllic surroundings. With varied terrain from hill paths to beaches and seaside rocks, you’ll have stunning scenery with views across the sea to Arran, Islay, Jura and Gigha at various times.
In 2026 it will again offer the 32 mile northern part of the Kintyre Way, beginning at Tayinloan and finishing in Campbeltown. There will, as always, be a three-stage relay option.
Campbeltown Malts Festival (May 18th - 23th 2026)
The Campbeltown Malts Festival is a three-day celebration of Campbeltown's whiskies - Springbank, Glengyle and Glen Scotia. Campbeltown was the Victorian whisky capital of the world, and this festival of malts celebrates the work of some of the distilleries.
Enjoy tours of the stills and tasting masterclasses, as well as an open golf tournament, live music, special bottlings and much much more in various venues around Campbeltown.
For more info please visit: www.springbank.scot
MOK Run (May 24th 2026)
MOKRUN was established in 2006 in Campbeltown, located close to the beautiful Mull of Kintyre. It has been voted by Runners World as the UK’s top race for the last 4 years and sells out very quickly.
The race has grown in popularity due to its picturesque location, fantastic atmosphere as well as the post-race celebrations of Danish pastries and ceilidh dancing! It was also voted the most scenic race in the whole of the UK last year.
Mach 1 Stages Rally (July 11th - 12th 2026)
The rally is organised by Dunfermline Car Club and event co-ordinator and committee member David Hatrick says his team is determined to ensure they build on the success of last year’s rally, which saw an astonishing 100+ entries, over the last 8 years we have managed to vary the route on each event and 2026 will be no different.
For more information please visit www.dunfermlinecarclub.co.uk
The Kintyre Agricultural Show (Aug 1st 2026)
The Kintyre Agricultural Show has been going for over 150 years and offers a superb day of entertainment for everyone. Taking place in Anderston Park, Campbeltown, it features judging of sheep and cows, a pipe band, tug-o-war, dog show and a selection of rare breeds.
MOK Music Festival (Aug 19th - 23rd 2026)
This annual music festival is an event for all the family which celebrates traditional and contemporary Scottish, Irish and Pan Celtic music. The event has a great mix of free outdoor events, concerts, ceilidh’s, music sessions, workshops, children’s entertainment, heritage trail walks, and parades in large venues to intimate halls.
Past bands to appear at the MOK Fest are The Fratellis, The View, The Time Frequency (TTF) & The Saw Doctors.
Springbank Invitational (TBC)
The 21st annual Springbank Invitational Solo Piping Competition is set to be held, once again, at the Seafield Hotel in Campbeltown, Argyllshire, the cradle of modern piping. Nine elite solo pipers will compete, each invited based on results from top competitions over the last 12 months.
Scottish Comedy Film Festival (TBC)
SCOFF celebrates the grand tradition of film comedy and making audiences laugh ever since the first public film screening held by the Lumière Brothers in 1895. The newly restored Campbeltown Picture House presents screenings, live events, free workshops and live performances over three packed days. A fabulous line up with something for everyone of all ages awaits!
Campbeltown’s Christmas Market (Nov 29th 2026)
Soak up the Festive atmosphere at Campbeltown’s annual Christmas Market. Shop for presents and stocking fillers at over 60 stalls featuring local producers, crafters and businesses then grab a bite to eat in the festive foodcourt. Santa’s grotto and facepainting will keep the little ones entertained too!
Wild About Argyll
Argyll and the Isles is a glorious coastal region of glittering sea lochs, islands, hills, forests and glens just waiting to be explored. It’s divided into eight areas, each with a distinctive character and offering a unique experience. From surfing to kayaking, quad-biking to mountain biking, Wild About Argyll helps you get off the beaten track and find your own adventure. And all of this is just a hop and a skip from Glasgow.
For more information please visit www.wildaboutargyll.co.uk
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