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!
The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is coming to Oban in 2026! Watch this space for news and events.
What's on
Guided Tour of Dunollie Castle
11 dates between 16 Jun 2025 and 30 Jun 2025Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Lorn and the Clan MacDougall by taking part in a guided tour of Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds in Oban.
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Scottish Ceilidh Experience
5 dates between 16 Jun 2025 and 30 Jun 2025Enjoy the captivating world of traditional Scottish culture at a lively ceilidh in the scenic town of Oban. This energetic 2 hour event showcases the rhythms...
After All
17 Jun 2025After All is a celebration of our vulnerable and courageous existence using dance, theatre, storytelling and comedy to ask: how do we deal with the end?
By...
Wizard of Oz
18 Jun 2025, 19 Jun 2025Oban's Spotlight Musical Theatre Group are proud to present our first full musical production by our junior members.
The Wizard Of Oz is a much-loved stor...
Beyond After All
18 Jun 2025Space to speak about death together.
This is facilitated time for group conversation to share any experiences, feelings or questions around death. It can ho...
Cofaidh is Cabadaich air an Lèanag
19 Jun 2025Take part in informal Gaelic conversation over a cup of coffee at Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds thanks to Furan Gaelic Centre. All ages and levels of a...
Oban International Shanty Festival
20 Jun 2025, 21 Jun 2025, 22 Jun 2025A weekend of rip-roaring songs and music of the sea courtesy of great musicians, amidst the spectacular scenery of the Western Highlands. Organised by the TM...
Friday Concert Oban International Shanty Festival
20 Jun 2025For the Friday Night Concert in the Argyllshire Gathering, we present the greatest shanty band that England has to offer, Kimber's Men, but also Aberdeen's f...
Story Stiridh - Storytelling Evening
20 Jun 2025Gauri is a storyteller, anthropologist and a migrant to the UK. She works multilingually, recognising the cadences of English spoken in different cultures. S...
Saturday Concert Oban International Shanty Festival
21 Jun 2025The Oban international Shanty Festival has been rocking venues and the streets around Oban harbour since 2022. We have brought the cream of sea shanty singer...
Midsummer at Dunollie
21 Jun 2025Celebrate the longest day of the year in Dunollie's enchanting woodland grounds!
Join us for a magical summer evening at Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds...
3Six9 Presents : Higgi (All Night Long)
21 Jun 20253SIX9 Presents HIGGI All Night Long in The View, Oban.
A special night for HIGGI as he plays his first ever all night long. Bringing a few surprises along t...
How To Play The Bones with Hans Weehuizen
21 Jun 2025The Dutchman, Hans Weehuizen’s workshop on “How To Play The Bones” offers the chance to learn one of the oldest rhythmic instruments. A favourite of whalerme...
Around the Horn with Chris Roche
21 Jun 2025Chris has been interested in traditional sail and Shantying for more years than he can shake a stick at and was formerly leader of `The Shanty Crew`. A forme...
Sing Like a Pirate with Joss Cameron
21 Jun 2025Step aboard for a family adventure where sea shanties, storytelling and pirates come to life! This workshop invites young buccaneers and their grown-ups to l...
Gaelic Songs of the Sea with The Rosabellas
21 Jun 2025Linn and Gwyneth share a love of shanties and sea songs and look forward to sharing some of their favourites.
Linn will also be offering the now-traditional...
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