Sat 21st July 2012
Inverness Highland Games - Part of the Inverness Summer Festival, the Games, founded in 1822, are one of the most spectacular traditional Gatherings staged in Scotland and are one of the highlights of any visit to the Highland Capital.
Northern Meeting Park, Ardross Street, starting at 10am

Thurs 2nd Aug 2012
 Black Isle Show - The largest agricultural show in the north.
Mansfield Showground, Muir of Ord

Fri 3rd Aug - Sat 4th Aug 2012
  Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival - The quirky Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival is set to unravel in the Scottish Highlands for its eighth edition in August 2012. Tel01463 741366 or email   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.
Belladrum Estate, Phoineas, Beauly

Mon 6th Aug - Sat 11th Aug 2012
 Inverness Tattoo - At the heart of every Tattoo’s appeal is the unique sound of the Pipes and Drums and this year we can guarantee audiences that they will be captivated by the unforgettable skirl of the pipes and the beat of the drums.  The Grand Finale featuring the Cadet Services Guard of Honour, the Royal British Legion Colour Party, the entire cast and the poignant Lone Piper will provide a fitting climax to the show.
The performance starts at 8 p.m. each evening with doors open at 7 p.m. Northern Meeting Park, Ardross Street.

Sun 30th Sept 2012
The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running is now the largest participatory sporting event in the north of Scotland and offers racing for all ages and abilities.

 Sat 6 Oct 2012
The World Porridge Making Championship
Held in Carrbridge.

Saturday 3 Nov 2012
Inverness Farmers' Market Fresh produce from around the local area.
Eastgate Precinct from 9.00am - 3.30pm

Monday 5th Nov 2012
Grand Fireworks & Bonfire night

Held in Bught Park, Inverness.

Saturdays, Dec. 2012  
Christmas Market
Every Saturday during December at Eastgate shopping centre, Inverness.

7 Dec 2012 - 9 Jan 2013
Panto Season
Held at Eden Court, Inverness - this year's classic is Mother Goose. Children stay free at Culloden House when booked with Panto.

Sun 30th Dec - 2 Jan. 2013  
Culloden House New Year House Party
3 night residents only package including all things Scottish!  See our Hogmanay section for full details.

Fri 25th January 2013  
Robert Burns' birthday
Friday 20th January 2012 - 253rd Anniversary of Scotland’s most famous son.

Thursday 14th Feb 2013
Valentine's Break
It's the time of year when your partner deserves something special, something they will always remember.   See our Short Breaks section for full details.