Festivals
Experience the vibrant spirit of Royal Deeside through its year-round calendar of festivals and events.
Braemar Literary Festival
End of September.Discover a weekend of stories, ideas and conversation at the Fife Arms Literary Festival in Braemar. Bringing together acclaimed authors, poets and cultural voices, the festival celebrates literature in one of the Highlands' most inspiring settings.
Braemar Festival of Fashion
Mid November.Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at the Festival of Fashion, hosted by the Fife Arms in Braemar. Showcasing renowned designers, inspiring talks and exclusive events, this stylish annual festival brings together fashion, art and the unique spirit of the Scottish Highlands.
Braemar Folk Festival
Early October.Experience the warmth and tradition of the Braemar Folk Festival, where music, storytelling and Scottish culture come to life. Enjoy live performances, lively sessions and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of the Cairngorms.
Highlands Games
Experience one of Scotland's most treasured traditions of the Highland Games. From caber tossing and pipe bands to Highland dancing and local food, these iconic events offer an unforgettable celebration of Scottish culture and heritage.
Braemar Highland Games
The Royal Highland Games, always the first Saturday of September. Members of the Royal Family will always attend the Braemar Games, arriving at 3pm and departing promptly at 4pm.
Lonach Highland Games
Probably the major Highland Games after Braemar. Always the 4th Saturday in August. In Strathdon.
Blair Atholl Highland Games
Opening the Highland Games season every year on the last weekend of May.
Aboyne Highland Games
Always the first Saturday in August.
