Performers at Bloody Scotland
© Colin Hattersley
Bridge of Allan Highland Games, 2 August 2026 – celebrating its 175th year in 2026, this traditional Highland games event features pipe bands, Highland dancing, heavy athletics, track events and family entertainment in Bridge of Allan.
Stirling Highland Games, 15 August 2026 – enjoy the excitement of traditional Highland Games, with hammer throw, stone put, Highland Dancing, audience participation games, and a lively traders’ village showcasing food stalls, makers, arts and crafts.
Stirling Pride, 29 August 2026 – a vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ life, featuring a colourful parade, live performances, and inclusive entertainment across the city for a joyful day of music, culture, and solidarity.
BBC Radio 2 in the Park, 11 – 13 September 2026 – a major three-day live music festival featuring headline acts from Radio 2’s biggest artists, plus family entertainment, food stalls, and a lively open-air atmosphere. Headlining the event are Chaka Khan and Simple Minds, alongside an impressive line-up feature Blue, James Blunt, The Script, Texas, Deacon Blue and many more.
Bloody Scotland, 18 – 20 September 2026 – Stirling’s annual celebration of crime writing, bringing top authors and fans together for a weekend of thrilling events – make sure you're there!
Callander Jazz and Blues Festival, 2 – 4 October 2026 – a lively weekend of jazz and blues performances across Callander, featuring international artists, intimate gigs, and a relaxed festival atmosphere in the heart of the Trossachs.
Stirling Spirit Festival, 14 November 2026 – a celebration of Scotland’s spirits scene, featuring whisky, gin, rum, cocktails, tastings, masterclasses, live music, and local food producers in the heart of Stirling.
Winterlight, 27 – 31 December 2026 – a spectacular winter festival that will light up your December evenings with live music, featuring some of the biggest acts in Scottish music – Mànran, Talisk, Siobhan Miller, Rura and more local acts with family friendly ceilidh and culminating in the Big Ceilidh.
Culture Night Stirling 2027, 30 April 2027 – a unique celebration of Stirling’s cultural heritage and creative talent, inspired by the Forest of the Unicorn theme, featuring live performances, exhibitions, workshops, and special events across the city.