What's on Oban, Lorn & the Isles
From events and festivals to local gatheringsOban, Lorn & the Isles has hundreds of things to see, do and explore. From pristine beaches and historic castles, to atmospheric woodland walks and adrenaline-pumping watersports, there's plenty for everyone to get involved in and enjoy.
Oban celebrates all things sailing with a busy season of events such as famous West Highland Yachting Week.
Pick and choose what takes your fancy whether you are here on holiday, a short break or travelling around Scotland. That’s the best part - it's all within easy reach so there’s no excuse for you not to enjoy Scotland’s adventure coast.
These suggestions are not just for visitors - if you're lucky enough to call this region home, then these ideas are for you too!
Join us for one or all of Oban's unique and interesting events throughout the year!
Experience the quirky Oban International Shanty Festival or throw yourself into the atmosphere and skill of the Oban Games. Marvel at the sporting achievements of the Clipper Race, tour a yacht and meet the crew, and take part in the Festival of the Sea. Feeling energetic? Join in a Scottish Ceilidh night at The View.
Oban's programme of events has something for everyone. Plan your trip today!
What's on
Stuart Mitchell and Friends: on the Road
01 Nov 2026The one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time... he’s bringing his pals!
Following on from his debut sold-out UK Tour...
Calum Macphail Live
07 Nov 2026Calum MacPhail Live In Concert
Presented by Rising PR
Scottish singer, songwriter, and accordionist Calum MacPhail is making waves with his vibrant fusion...
Story Time at Waterstones
07 Nov 2026Taking place on the first Saturday of each month from 11:30am, one of our booksellers will read a selection of children's picture books. From beloved classic...
Oban Winter Festival
Every day between 13 Nov 2026 and 30 Nov 2026The coastal town gets festive with a series of activities, films and light shows.
Deiseil: Dancing in Time
13 Nov 2026Deiseil: Dancing in Time is a powerful exploration of how stepdance, Scotland's percussive dance, was lost... and how its revival became woven into a lifelon...
Deseil - Dancing in Time Step Dance and Fiddle Workshop
14 Nov 2026These workshops combine dance and music: as a dancer you'll learn how to create rhythms with your feet, and as a musician you'll learn how to play tunes for...
Claudia Buckley
15 Nov 2026Claudia Buckley is an award winning performer and vocalist, from Athenry in Co. Galway and has fondly became known by her worldwide fan base as “The Galway G...
Heritage Uncovered - hosted by Oban Heritage: An t-ban: The People and the Place
20 Nov 2026Heritage Uncovered - hosted by Oban Heritage: An t-ban: The People and the Place
Join us for an illustrated talk presented by Mhairi Livingstone as we celebr...
Kilchrenan Does Christmas
21 Nov 202621 Nov 2026 2pm-4pm
IT'S CHRISTMAS! Come along and enjoy mince pies and mulled wine, browse the fantastic stalls of local crafts, art, gifts and food, and e...
Ian van Dahl
21 Nov 2026Ian Van Dahl, creator of platinum selling "Castles in the Sky," will be joined by Marc Mercer for an early evening of classic tunes.
Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble GENERIC
25 Nov 2026Showtime. What are you going to do?
Are you going to go to work? Or stay in bed, chasing oblivion. Guess what?
We’re fresh out of oblivion.
The economy wi...
Callum Beattie
27 Nov 2026Callum has been hard at music for almost half his life, making his own chances, taking chances and, for sure, being a chancer. The Edinburgh-born singer-song...
Tide Lines
28 Nov 2026Tide Lines are a 4 piece band originally from the Highlands of Scotland. Whilst their music is heavily influenced by and rooted in the places they grew up in...
St. Andrew's Dinner and Ceilidh
28 Nov 202628 Nov 2026 From 7pm until late
It's November which means one thing... ST. ANDREW'S CEILIDH with the foot-stomping Nicolson Celidh Band!
Date: Saturday 28t...
The Conference of the Birds Touring From the Scottish International Storytelling Festival
28 Nov 2026The Conference of the Birds Touring from the Scottish International Storytelling Festival:
Birds have a healthy disregard for borders, passports & visas. Li...
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