Burns an’ a’ that! Festival

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One of Andy Goldsworthy's Striding Arches on Bail Hill
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  • The continental food market held during the Burns an' a' that Festival, Ayrshire
    Food Market at the Burns an' a' that Festival
  • King Creosote (aka Kenny Anderson) performing in the festival club, Bon Vivant Spiegeltent at Burns an' a' that Festival, Ayr
    King Creosote

Celebrate Robert Burns at the Burns an’ a’ that! Festival in his home region of Ayrshire with a range of exciting events from traditional music and Scottish art to contemporary concerts from famous musicians.

The festival, running from Friday 24 May - Sunday 26 May, is in its 12th year and pays tribute to Scotland’s National Bard over six days with an eclectic range of events held at a clutch of venues around Ayr town centre, including Ayr Town Hall, Wellington Square Gardens and the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway.

Enjoy a wide variety of live music events from traditional Scottish and classical to folk and big-name contemporary artists. The festival programme also includes many literary and poetry events as well as some great food and drink and fascinating exhibitions showcasing Scotland’s talented artists. Some of the famous names that have headlined in the past include Katherine Jenkins, Jools Holland, Frankie Boyle and Status Quo.