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Mardi Gras
Date Location
The Grassmarket transforms into a swinging, buzzing New Orleans high street with parades, brollie-dollies and bands performing all afternoon. Begins at 12.30pm with a parade from the City Chambers. 'Part of the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival'.
26 Jul 1.00–4.00 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
Truckfest Scotland
Date Location
Scotland's largest truck festival with plenty of entertainment for all the family.
2 Aug–3 Aug 9.00am–6.00 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
SWBA National Finals
Date Location
Watch the ladies battle it out to take home the national bowling title.
25 Jul–27 Jul 9.00am Northfield Bowling Complex, Ayr
Big Tent Festival 2008
Date Location
Conceived in response to the 2005 G8 summit this festival was established upon the principles of stewardship: co-operation, mutuality, solidarity and ecological long term thinking. A diverse array of artisans and musicians, including King Creosote and The Peatbog Faeries, are set to perform. There will also be a dynamic programme of debates, an Eco campsite and zones which feature environmental lifestyles, renewable energy systems and holistic therapies.
26 Jul–27 Jul (Times vary) Falkland Palace, Cupar
Banchory Show
Date Location
Agricultural show with livestock, monster trucks-'Big Pete and the Grim Reaper', Highland dancing, pipe bands, a dog show and children's fancy dress races.
26 Jul 9.00am–5.00 King George V Park, Banchory
The 2nd Trossachs beer festival
Date Location
A traditional beer festival with live folk music, beer related events and a special menu available throughout the week. With more than 25 cask ales and over 100 bottled Scottish beers available. The pub is both children and dog friendly. Booking for meals is advised.
29 Aug–5 Sep 12.00–11.00; Sun 12.30–11.00 The Lade Inn, Callander
Aberdeen International Street Market
Date Location
Street market with over 70 stalls selling produce from all over Europe.
25 Jul–27 Jul 11.00am Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
Glasgow Show
Date Location
The 'People's Festival' returns for a weekend of fun-filled family entertainment with top name acts and attractions from around the world.
26 Jul–27 Jul Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Hopetoun House Summer Fair
Date Location
Fun family day out in the grounds of this historic house, with an exciting arena programme, music, crafts and children's activities.
27 Jul 11.00am Hopetoun House, Edinburgh
Aberchirder Flower Show & Sports
Date Location
Horticultural show with sports for all the family, attractions and a float pageant in the early evening.
16 Aug 12.00–5.00 McRobert Park, Aberchirder
Black Isle Show
Date Location
Large agricultural show featuring livestock parades, trade stands, food and craft fairs and fairground over 40 acres.
6 Aug–7 Aug 9.00am–10.00 Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord
Aberdeen's Tartan Day
Date Location
With a massed pipe band parade, historic re-enactments, a local history fair and plenty of traditional music.
2 Aug (Times vary) Various venues, Aberdeen
Ayr Flower Show
Date Location
Horticultural exhibition with show gardens, craft demonstrations, baking, floral arts, knitting and rose classes.
8 Aug–10 Aug Fri & Sat 10.00am–6.00; Sun 10.00am–5.00 Rozelle Park, Ayr
Musselburgh On the Fringes
Date Location
A festival of free events with art, photography and dance competitions and dazzling prizes worth up to £700. There will also be dance workshops, band showcases, storytelling and a cracking jazz session. All tickets are available from the Brunton Theatre Box Office.
Saturdays, Sundays (from 9 Aug) (Times vary) Musselburgh (Various Venues), East Lothian
Perth Show
Date Location
Two day agricultural show with craft fairs, trade stands, livestock judging and more.
1 Aug–2 Aug 8.00am–6.00 South Inch, Perth
GCF Quizarama Night
Date Location
A unique and friendly quiz experience with cash winnings, spot prizes and the amazing Hi-Lo cash challenge.
Sundays Sun 8.30–11.30 The Dog House Lounge, Balloch
Lochaber Highland Games
Date Location
Traditional Highland games with dancing, piping, heavy events and athletics.
26 Jul 10.00am–4.30 An Aird Park, Fort William
Dogs Trust Annual Open Day
Date Location
Annual Open Day to promote responsible dog ownership in the community and also provide a fun day for the supporters and local residents.
27 Jul 9.00am–5.00 Tollcross Park, Glasgow
Perth Highland Games
Date Location
Traditional Highland games featuring running, cycling, heavy events, Highland dancing, pipe band contests and more.
10 Aug 10.30am–5.30 South Inch, Perth
Zest Holiday Programme
Date Location
Add some life to the school holidays with a bundle of different drop-in activities for families and children. The line-up comprises: sculpture, glitter, 3D, pottery painting, printing, extreme drawing and loads more. Booking required. Please see website for a full list of workshop times and different age categories.
Saturdays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays (Times vary) Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
Zippo's Circus
Date Location
'Viva Espana': a Spanish themed circus with amazing clowning, acrobatics and equestrian displays from tiny Falabellas to majestic Palominos.
24 Jul–27 Jul (Times vary) Scott Ellis Playing Fields, Kilmarnock
29 Jul–31 Jul (Times vary) Kelburn Castle and Country Centre, Largs
2 Aug–5 Aug (Times vary) Agnew Park, Stranraer
Arbroath Seafront Spectacular 2008
Date Location
Day of family fun on Arbroath's seafront with flying displays, car clubs, stunt driving, beer tent, local bands, stalls, funfair and many more.
26 Jul 11.00am–6.00 Victoria Park, Arbroath
Art Nouveau Walking Tour
Date Location
Explore the lovelier side of the city's architecture. Tours leave from the Lighthouse at 11am every Saturday.
28 Jun–30 Aug, not Fridays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 11.00am–12.00 The Lighthouse, Glasgow
Mobile Movie Mania
Date Location
Use green screen and Bluetooth to make a mini animated movie. Ages 8+.
Thursdays 1.00–3.00 Platform, Glasgow
Art in the Park
Date Location
Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take home any creations. Under 16s must be accompanied.
31 Jul 2.00–3.30 Cammo Estate, Edinburgh

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