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Events for 2010
Aberdeen Country Fair Every Saturday the city of Aberdeen opens up the streets to locals showing off and selling their produce, wines, cheeses, meat, and of whisky. It’s always a great opportunity to experience the countryside and bustling Aberdeen all at once.
Homecoming Scotland Scotland is going to be hosting events all year celebrating Scottish heritage. There will be festivals and events all throughout Scotland, including celebrations themed around writers, artists, musicians and Scotland's national drink, Whisky!
Glasgow International Comedy Festival Thousands of people visit Glasgow every year for this side splitting, knee slapping, hilarious good time! Last year’s festival was the largest so far, selling 75,000 tickets, and featured over 300 live acts throughout the city; 2010’s event is predicted to be even bigger! The best comedian and comediennes from all over the UK are just dying to try out their new material on you! No pity laughs necessary, these professionals are VERY FUNNY!
Edinburgh International Harp Festival All music fans are invited to the upcoming Harp festival, which will be held within Merchiston Castle School. Dedicated to all that is harp, this musical event features live concerts, harp demonstrations, and intricate workshops given by a variety of experts; most especially this festival offers multiple educational courses, instructed and personalized to a variety of skill levels. Learn to play an instrument you never thought you would at this year’s Harp celebration!
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival Whisky is one of the most important products to flow in the veins of Scotland. In Speyside, visitors find world renowned and smaller local distilleries willing to open up their doors. Samples of the highest quality whisky are flowing freely, and it always attracts many. Many distilleries will offer tours that you will want to check out, so it may be a good idea to pace yourself.
Fort William Mountain Bike UCI World Cup The UCI World Cup of Mountain Biking makes its way to the town of Fort William and the top of Ben Nevis, the tallest mountain in the United Kingdom. The three different events are a cross country race, a short track race for four contestants simultaneously racing, and a long track downhill race. Thousands of spectators show up each year to cheer on the racers.
Highland Games Scotland gears up for their own version of a Strongman competition in 2010’s Highland Games. Amateurs and professionals alike compete against one another in ultimate tests of strength, skill, and technique, and challenge themselves with various games like Stone Toss and Weight throw, not to mention numerous wrestling matches. Live Celtic music is provided by a plethora of different entertainers, and the famous Scottish kilts are worn by most participants. Delve deep into Scottish tradition, by visiting this exciting UK event this upcoming June!
The Open Championship The oldest and most famous golf tournament in the world celebrates its 150th anniversary at this year’s Open Championships, held in St. Andrews. Top players from around the globe will come together to vie for the coveted Champion title on one of the most scenic courses in the UK. The backdrop setting that its’ nestled in is nothing to scoff at either! Do not regret missing this world renowned anniversary celebration this upcoming July!
World Pipe Band Championships Pipe bands from all corners of the world gather in Glasgow every August to compete in the International Bagpipe Championships; it will surprise you where some groups are from! Each musician, from children to professional pipers, will be outfitted head to toe in Highland Dress; men don their finest kilts, sporran’s (the Gaelic term for purse), calf socks, and customary black jackets, while the women wear their clans’ kilt, with practical dancing pumps, and fluffy blouses. Witness a true Scottish tradition by attending the musical event that brings all nations together with beautiful Celtic melodies.
Edinburgh Fringe Festival The Edinburgh Fringe festival invites all to attend the annual celebration that is the biggest art festival in the world! This cultural collaboration of over 2,200 shows, features over 30,000 novice and professional performances in every imaginable theme; hilarious comedy acts, dramatic theatre presentations, live concerts, art exhibitions, dance routines, you name it, you can find it here!
Highland Feast This is the largest annual food fete in Scotland, and draws in visitors from all corners of the world. The Highland Feast offers a varied assortment of tastings, ranging from delicious seafood and cheese tables, to samples of great teas and wines.
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight Helping promote their hopeful reputation as the Land of Food and Drink, Scotland offers this massive celebration in honor of the local produce and culture. Highlighting local treasures that have been developed by the rich soils of this beautiful country, this year's event will certainly hold true to its promise of satisfying all visitors' senses.
The Enchanted Forest This awe inspiring showcase of light and sound is cast against a beautiful forest backdrop, and is truly breathtaking. Named the largest outdoor show in Scotland, this event is too spectacular for words. Get your tickets early; 20,000 visitors are expected to attend this year!
Bonfire and Fireworks Night The United Kingdom celebrates the 450th anniversary of the foiled attack on The Parliament, with a vivacious festival ironically themed around fiery activities. The motion picture, “V for Vendetta,” is loosely based on the historic story of events, and gives visitors a general idea of what the celebration represents. The main attraction of the fete is the spectacular fireworks demonstration that’s set to music and light displays. The festival also entails a plethora of live music concerts, funfairs, and numerous processions lead by burning effigies of the famed British traitor.
Stonehaven Fireball Festival This fiery festival is an annual tradition that can only be found in Stonehaven. The New Year is marked by locals parading through town, while swinging balls of fire over their heads. The procession makes its way to the harbor where the fireballs are then tossed into the sea. This beautiful tradition is definitely worth seeing! |
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