Events in September 2006
This is a selection of events taking place in Argyll, Loch Lomond and Forth Valley in the coming weeks. For further information, visit www.visitscottishheartlands.com
2 September
Dalmally Agricultural Show
Livestock, highland dancing, crafts, dog show, shinty and much more.
http://www.loch-awe.com/community/dalmallyshow.htm
2-3 September
Isle of Bute Horticultural Show
The Pavilion, Rothesay, Isle of Bute
3 September
Monty Python Day
Doune Castle
Doune Castle, a key location for the filming of Monty Python and the Holy Grail, again plays host to an informal special event limited to 500 tickets. So, get your coconuts ready for a Pythonfest!
Tel 0131 6688926
8 September
Blazin' Fiddles
The Tolbooth, Stirling
Hottest contemporary fiddle players from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
www.stirling.gov.uk/tolbooth
8-9 September
Gigha Music Festival
http://www.gigha.org.uk/events/musicfestival/fest2006.php
8-9 September
Visitscotland Adventure Tri at Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Athletes take part in a 2 mile loch swim and mountain bike challenge. The day of adventure sports will culminate in a 10k run that will start and finish at Loch Lomond Shores and features a mass participation event open to up to 800 runners.
Tel 08454 580 885
8 & 9/16 &17 September
Get Active Loch Lomond - Outdoor Activities Festival
Two weekends celebrating the Great Scottish Outdoors to coincide with the VisitScotland Adventure Tri at Loch Lomond. Featuring a range of free water and land based activities, events, talks and demonstrations including walks, cycle rides and 'come and try' canoe sessions for all levels.
Tel 08454 580 885
9 September
King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys
The Tolbooth, Stirling
Breathtaking mix of Kansas City Jazz and Blues in a truly exhilarating, swinging, non-stop live stage performance.
www.stirling.gov.uk/tolbooth
9 September
Isle of Mull Mod
Competition of Gaelic singers and musicians from around the local area. Held at the Aros Hall in Tobermory.
www.the-mod.co.uk
15 September
Eddie and Frank Thomas
The Tolbooth, Stirling
An intriguing mix of music, documentary and storytelling. Travel along highway 61 from Memphis to New Orleans in a story of music adn the home of the blues. www.stirling.gov.uk/tolbooth
15 - 17 September
Islay Black Bottle Jazz Festival
www.islayjazzfestival.com
16 September
Camanachd Cup
Shinty event in Cowal.
Tel 01369 703735
16- 24 September
Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival
www.lochlomondfoodanddrinkfestival.com
17 – 23 September
Mull and Iona Food Festival
Annual festival promoting Mull and Iona restaurants, chefs and produce. Daily competitions and events throughout the island.
www.mict.co.uk
21-25 September
French Market
Loch Lomond Shores
Tel 08454 580 885
22 September
Bute Cycling Festival
Isle of Bute
22 September
Jura Music Festival
This popular event takes place each year and this is their 13th year. Friday night features a concert of music performed by island residents with bands from outside the area performing Saturday and Sunday.
26 -30 September
Off the Page - Stirling Book Festival
It features an exciting line-up of writers, poets and entertainers in a wide-ranging celebration of the written word. Why don't you investigate your family tree with the help of Nick Barratt or live a 'fictional' life of crime with Christopher Brookmyre.
www.stirling.gov.uk/offthepage
29 September - 1 October
Jazz Up the Trossachs - Callander Jazz & Blues Festival
Tel 08707 200628
30 September
Dunoon Annual Highland Festival
1000 Queen's Hall, Dunoon.
Highland dancing festival.
Tel 01369 704533
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