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Balmaha Food & Drink Festival

Enjoy the flavours of Loch Lomond with stalls offering locally produced food and drink, including ales from the Balmaha Brewery. There is a bar and seating area and live music throughout the day.

Oak Tree Inn, Loch Lomond

Sat 29 Jun

Free

  • 12:00

Beer Mutiny

Craft beer festival with a choice of over 30 handpicked artisan beers.

Arch 402, London,

Thu 20 Jun

£15 includes ten beers to taste and free Chipotle burrito voucher (With snacks goody bag £20) / 020 3432 2134

Fri 21 Jun

£15 includes ten beers to taste and free Chipotle burrito voucher (With snacks goody bag £20) / 020 3432 2134

Sat 22 Jun

£15 includes ten beers to taste and free Chipotle burrito voucher (With snacks goody bag £20) / 020 3432 2134

Sun 23 Jun

£15 includes ten beers to taste and free Chipotle burrito voucher (With snacks goody bag £20) / 020 3432 2134

Latitude Festival 2013: Bloc Party, Kraftwerk, Foals

Rock, indie and electro showcase with Bloc Party, The Maccabees, Modest Mouse and Cat Power on Friday, Saturday headliners Kraftwerk, with Hot Chip, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Alt-J and closing the event on Sunday are Foals, Local Natives, Beach House and James Blake. With comedy over the weekend from Dylan Moran, Daniel Kitson…

Henham Park, Blythburgh

Thu 18 Jul

£84.50 day ticket; £190.50 weekend ticket (Children £140.50 under 16s; Children £6.50 under 13s) / 0871 231 0821

  • 17:00

Fri 19 Jul

£84.50 day ticket; £190.50 weekend ticket (Children £140.50 under 16s; Children £6.50 under 13s) / 0871 231 0821

  • 10:00

Sat 20 Jul

£84.50 day ticket; £190.50 weekend ticket (Children £140.50 under 16s; Children £6.50 under 13s) / 0871 231 0821

  • 10:00

Sun 21 Jul

£84.50 day ticket; £190.50 weekend ticket (Children £140.50 under 16s; Children £6.50 under 13s) / 0871 231 0821

  • 10:00

Redcar Summer Sound Music Night

A festival dedicated to the best tribute bands featuring Oasis, Kings of Leon, Abba, The Beatles and Robbie Williams sound-a-likes.

Redcar Racecourse

Sat 31 Aug

£20 / 01642 484068

  • 16:00 – 22:30

Chingford Big Weekender

Formerly Chingford Day, now a Big Weekender, the two-day festival features Billy Ocean, Junior and Alexander O'Neal, plus there's a fun day for families on the Sunday.

Ridgeway Park, Chingford

Sat 10 Aug

Free

  • 14:00 – 20:00

Sun 11 Aug

Free

  • 13:00 – 18:00
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SouthlandsLIVE

It's an evening full of the best unsigned musical talent at this outdoor acoustic festival. There's also craft stalls, a BBQ, bar and more summery stuff. The grounds are accessible via train, bike or bus.

Southlands Arts Centre, London UB7

Sat 22 Jun

Aberdeen International Youth Festival Welcome Ceremony

The official opening to the festival, led by the city's Provost with the anthems of participating countries played by the Youth Symphonic Orchestra Rijnstreek.

Music Hall, Aberdeen

Sun 28 Jul

£1 / 01224 213800

Part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival.

  • 15:00

Ballochmyle Outdoor Festival

Get outdoors and explore the scenery, nature and heritage of East Ayrshire with this series of guided walks and family events.

Glenbuck Loch, Muirkirk

Sat 27 Jul

Prices vary / 01563 554734

  • 09:00

Sun 28 Jul

Prices vary / 01563 554734

  • 09:00

Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running

A family-friendly day based around all things running, with a choice of lengths for the fitness minded, from a full marathon to a cheeky 5k with a 'Wee Nessie' option for under 5s. For those who'd rather not work up a sweat there's the Event Village at the finish line with a food and drink fair.

Bught Park, Inverness

Sun 29 Sep

Prices to be confirmed / 0844 875 1411

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival

Now in its tenth year, this favourite of the music festival scene is back with a carnival-themed birthday celebration. As well as the music expect a family-friendly atmosphere, theatre and spoken word events, ceilidhs, arts and crafts workshops and fancy dress. Line-up for 2013 includes Twin Atlantic, James, The Straits…

Belladrum, Inverness

Fri 2 Aug

Weekend pass £90 (deposit of £50 required); Under 12s free free but ticketed

Sat 3 Aug

Weekend pass £90 (deposit of £50 required); Under 12s free free but ticketed

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Billingham International Folklore Festival

One of Europe's oldest festivals, this annual eight day celebration features over 300 dancers, musicians, singers and craftsmen promoting their artistic work. In addition to the main concert programme there are street performances, dance and music workshops and a children's club.

Various Venues, Billingham

Sat 10 Aug

£5–£16 / 01642 553220

  • 10:00 – 22:30

Sun 11 Aug

£5–£16 / 01642 553220

  • 10:00 – 22:30

Mon 12 Aug

£5–£16 / 01642 553220

  • 10:00 – 22:30
…and 5 more dates until 17 Aug

Blackshaw's Big One

A wee summer festival, so here's hoping the weather is kind. Featuring the Bandits, Lizzie Fisher and Zak Thomas on the music stage, and Shoot from the Hip and Steven Seller on the comedy stage.

The Selkirk Pub, London SW17

Sat 29 Jun

Free

  • 16:00 – 00:00

Crieff Berry Festival

Soft berries are in abundance in Crieff with special menu items in local restaurants, a berry-themed market in James Square and a special visit from Struan, Strathearn’s giant walking strawberry, all making for a berry nice day out.

James Square, Crieff

Sat 10 Aug

Free

  • 10:00

Dundee Flower and Food Festival

A delicious staple in the Dundee calendar, with food and drink tastings, chef demonstrations, live music and competitions including the World Jampionships. Once they've had enough to eat, shows and face-painting are on hand to entertain the kids. Special guests announced nearer the time, but last year there were…

Camperdown Country Park, Dundee

Fri 6 Sep

day ticket £8–£10 (£7–£9); festival pass £16–£20 (£14–£18); under 16s free / 01382 433815

  • 10:00 – 17:30

Sat 7 Sep

day ticket £8–£10 (£7–£9); festival pass £16–£20 (£14–£18); under 16s free / 01382 433815

  • 10:00 – 17:30

Sun 8 Sep

day ticket £8–£10 (£7–£9); festival pass £16–£20 (£14–£18); under 16s free / 01382 433815

  • 10:00 – 17:30

Dunfermline Live

A weekend showcase of Scottish music.

Various venues, Dunfermline

Fri 11 Oct

Free

  • 12:00 – 01:30

Sat 12 Oct

Free

  • 12:00 – 01:30

Sun 13 Oct

Free

  • 12:00 – 01:30
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Dunfermline Winter Festival

A day of fun ending with the switching on of the Christmas lights. Other highlights include music, a parade, a funfair and a visit from Santa.

Glen Gates, Dunfermline

Sat 23 Nov

Free / 01383 732226

  • 17:00 – 21:00

Ealing Comedy Festival

The five day Ealing Comedy Festival features 20 top comedians including Lee Mack, Ed Byrne and Andi Osho.

Walpole Park, London W5

Fri 12 Jul

£18.50 per day / 0871 620 4016

Sat 13 Jul

£18.50 per day / 0871 620 4016

Wed 17 Jul

£18.50 per day / 0871 620 4016

…and 2 more dates until 19 Jul

Edinburgh - A Tale of Two Towns

Saints & Sinners Walking Tours' stroll around the two distinct personalities of the City of Edinburgh.

Outside Greyfriar's Bobby Bar, Edinburgh

Thu 1 Aug

£10 (£8) / 0131 226 0000

Part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Fri 2 Aug

£10 (£8) / 0131 226 0000

Part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Sat 3 Aug

£10 (£8) / 0131 226 0000

Part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

…and 28 more dates until 1 Sep

Electric Beach Festival

One-day festival with local and international music and DJs.

Watergate Bay, Newquay

Sat 31 Aug

£24.50–£55

  • 13:00 – 22:00

Electric Daisy Carnival

Electric Daisy Carnival sets sail from America and lands in London this summer, bringing along with it the biggest electronic music talent the world has to offer. Spread across four stages, the line-up includes Burns, Chris Lake, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Dirty South, Feed Me, Flux Pavilion, Jack Beats, Mat Zo and…

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20

Sat 20 Jul

£65 / 08452 672012

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The Face to Face Festival

A celebration of the best international solo theatre, this festival combines storytelling, stand-up comedy, performance poetry, live literature and physical theatre. Performers include Claire Dowie, Jack Klaff, Ivor Dembina, Kay Adshead, Louise Wallinger, Peta Lily and many more.

LOST Theatre, London SW8

Mon 1 Jul

Prices vary / 0207 622 9208

Tue 2 Jul

Prices vary / 0207 622 9208

Wed 3 Jul

Prices vary / 0207 622 9208

…and 4 more dates until 7 Jul

Glenrothes Summer Festival

Family fun day in the park.

Riverside Park, Glenrothes

Sun 28 Jul

Free / 01592 47490

  • 12:00

Havant Goes Greener

A fair for the whole family to enjoy to celebrate a green Havant, with live music, stalls, food, demonstrations and competitions. All for zero pennies!

Havant Park

Sat 14 Sep

Free / 02392 446554

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Highlands Survival GatheRING

Head out to the wilds of the Highlands for this tribal member gathering, which includes ashram meals, live music and dancing, healing spaces and, of course, the beauty of the north. Camping and van parking is available on site, and the whole family is welcome. Email the organisers for the secret location of this outdoor…

Ben Nevis, Fort William

Fri 21 Jun

£20–£50 for tribe membership (more expensive nearer the date) / 07909 510639

  • 12:30 – 07:00

The Hot Caribbean Fest!

A celebration of Caribbean music, culture and food with live performances from Gappy Ranks, General Levy, Scrappy & Triniboi Joocie, The Tropical Storm Band & Frenglish Connexion plus DJs, cocktails and a BBQ.

Proud Camden, London NW1

Sun 14 Jul

£10–£20 (VIP £40) (Children £5; under fives free ) / 07921 891611

  • 15:00 – 00:00
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