20 upcoming events in Isle of Arran
June 2026
Edinburgh University Chamber Orchestra
The Edinburgh University Chamber Orchestra performs a concert at Lochranza & Catacol Village Hall on the Isle of Arran.
30th Arran Folk Festival
A weekend of folk concerts, afternoon sessions and workshops across Brodick and other Arran venues marking the festival's 30th year.
Geopark Gaelic Landscape Walk
A guided walk exploring the Gaelic landscape heritage starting at Sannox North Picnic Spot.
Traditional Crafts Day
A day of traditional craft demonstrations at the Arran Heritage Museum.
Whiting Bay Forest Trail Race
A forest trail running race held at Whiting Bay on the Isle of Arran.
The Runrig Experience
A tribute concert to the Scottish band Runrig at Whiting Bay Hall.
Glen Rosa Horseshoe Race
A challenging hill running race around the Glen Rosa horseshoe ridge on the Isle of Arran.
Otter's Tail Sea Kayak Relay
A sea kayak relay event held around the Arran coastline.
ArranFest 2026
A community music event held at Whiting Bay Hall on the Isle of Arran.
Motorcycle Show
A motorcycle show and display at the Arran Heritage Museum.
Isle of Arran Whisky Festival
Arran's annual whisky festival with tastings, distillery events and live music at the Lochranza and Lagg distilleries.
Shiskine Half Marathon
A half marathon road race starting at Blackwaterfoot on the Isle of Arran.
July 2026
Arran Open Studios Preview
A preview exhibition of work by Arran's artists held at Brodick Hall ahead of the open studios trail.
Ceilidh: Jimi Shandrix Experience
A ceilidh dance with the Jimi Shandrix Experience at Lochranza & Catacol Village Hall.
August 2026
Arran Farmers Show
The annual agricultural show featuring livestock competitions, local produce and rural activities at Glenkiln Farm, Lamlash.
Brodick Highland Games
Traditional Highland games with piping, dancing and heavy events at Ormidale Park, Brodick.
Arran Open Studios
An island-wide open studios art trail with artists welcoming visitors at multiple venues across Arran.
Arran International Festival (AIF2026)
A festival of chamber music and song with international and local artists in concerts and events across the Isle of Arran.
Brodick Church Fete
A traditional church fete with stalls and activities at St Brides Church, Brodick.
Brodick Glen Cloy Trail Race
A trail running race through Glen Cloy near Brodick on the Isle of Arran.