Festival, "Inverness"

A small festival that packs a cinematic punch with film premieres and a handpicked selection of work by international first time directors.

Since its birth in 2004 the festival has played host to Jackie Kay, Ali Smith, Ian Rankin, Iain Banks, Christopher Brookmyre, Mairi Hedderwick and many more in a scenic week of literaRy events covering genres ranging across history, cookery, the environment, biography and fiction

A four day festival of laughs taking place across multiple venues in the Highland Capital. New and local comics share the bill with internationally recognised acts – including Dylan Moran, Patrick Monahan and Alan Davies – and Gaelic comedy gets a look in with a dedicated show.

Christian festival with live music, talks, conferences, worship and days out. This year's events include a Ladies' Night at Drumossie with author Liz Curtis Higgs and Phillipa Hanna (who has just supported Lionel Ritchie on tour), a concert at the Ironworks with LZ7, Empire Nation and Ben Cantelon and band, and a…

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.

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…

A small and intimate contender on the Scottish music festival scene. Set in the gardens and woodlands of Inshriach House by Aviemore, it brings together 300 Scottish musicians to offer something special to its 1000 guests.

Bruce MacGregor of Blazin' Fiddles and BBC Radio Scotland started this festival to showcase the finest roots, folk and world music from around the world and it's gone from strength to strength. This year's line-up features the Henry Girls, Rura, Edwina Hayes, Charlie Roth, Mike Vass, Adam Holmes, Rob Heron & the Tea…