What's on Oban, Lorn & the Isles

From events and festivals to local gatherings

Oban, 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!

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Clipper Race Fleet coming to Oban Summer 2026

10th to 19th July, 2026

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is coming to Oban in 2026! Watch this space for news and events.

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What's on

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Music
Darach Thorpe and Morrison
11 Feb 2026

Thorpe & Morrison

Thorpe & Morrison are rapidly ascending - one of the finest young folk and roots duos out there. Incredibly entertaining, energetic, and...

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Our Time Productions presents Two Tribes
13 Feb 2026, 14 Feb 2026, 20 Feb 2026

Two Tribes is a sharp, funny, and heartfelt comedy-drama set in 1980s Glasgow, exploring family, loyalty, and the Old Firm football rivalry. Written by Alan...

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Annual Ceilidh Dance - Oban Hospice
14 Feb 2026

Ceilidh dance the night away. Join us for a night of music, singing and dancing at Oban Hospice Annual fundraising Ceilidh. This year we are again supported...

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Create with Jake Introduction to Landscapes
15 Feb 2026

Jake is back to kick start 2026 with her Create with Jake series!

Obans winter light can be pretty remarkable so were gonna start with an introduction to la...

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Opera On Your Doorstep: The Office Party
17 Feb 2026

Water cooler moments, scheming co-workers and the leaving do that some would like to forget! The Office Party is a perfect opportunity to hear extracts from...

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Days out
Public Talk Professor Kevin McGarry
18 Feb 2026

Come and hear from professional photographer Kevin McGarry as he takes us on a journey across continents! He'll be showing his favourite images and sharing s...

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The Sound of Scotland with the MacDonald Brothers
20 Feb 2026, 21 Feb 2026, 22 Feb 2026

The Sound of Scotland with the Macdonald Bros returns with a stunning new production which will take you on a musical journey celebrating Scotland's greatest...

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An Dannsa Dub
20 Feb 2026

An Dannsa Dub fuse traditional Scottish folk music with the rhythmic, meditative bass lines of digital dub music. A massive hit on the festival circuit - thi...

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Days out
Story Stoiridh Storytelling For Grownups
21 Feb 2026

Join world-renowned storyteller and author Janis Mackay as she presents folklore and stories, including from her latest novel; On a Northern Shore, published...

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Course Photography in Practice with Kevin McGarry
24 Feb 2026

This four-week course introduces participants to the technical and creative foundations of photography while

encouraging confidence, experimentation, and per...

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Winter Lectures Prof. Eric McVicar
24 Feb 2026

Professor McVicar will be showing a couple of short films and describing the remarkable survival story of Scotlands own Alex Ritchie - a tale of bravery and...

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Gaelic Week Gaelic for Beginners
25 Feb 2026

Come along for an informal Gaelic for Beginners session with our Gaelic Heritage Officer Kerrie Kennedy.

Donations Welcome

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Gaelic Week Heritage Talk: A War of Words
26 Feb 2026

Discover the remarkable story of the worlds first Gaelic dictionary and the man who risked everything to complete it at a time when the Gaelic language itsel...

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Comedy
Weegie Hink Ae That! - LIVE in Oban
27 Feb 2026

The internet’s favourite sketch comedy trio, Weegie Hink Ae That?, are heading to Oban - and it’s going to be a night to remember.

With over 100 million view...

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Gaelic Week Gaelic Cafe
27 Feb 2026

Enjoy relaxed Gaelic conversation over tea, coffee, cakes and good company at our Cafaidh Feasgar. Alongside informal chat, there will be Gaelic board games,...

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Theatre
Oh What A Night
28 Feb 2026

Oh What a Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Valli’s unmistakable voice...

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Live Music Angus Mtizwa & The Totem
28 Feb 2026

THEY'RE BACK!

After an AMAZING show back in March 2025, we're delighted to welcomeAngus Mtizwa and The Totem back to The Rockfield Centre!

Anyone who joine...

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Create with Jake Art Journals
28 Feb 2026

Join Jake for another wonderfully immersive art class! This time we'll be making art journals - something anyone can do. Come along and let your creativity f...

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How to add your event

Love Oban has partnered with The List to help promote 'What's on' in Oban, Lorn & the Isles.

To add your events, please submit them using the form at datathistle.com/love-oban

As well as our own website, by using this form your events will also be distributed to a range of partners, including Wild About Argyll, Visit Scotland, online travel agents and media partners to help secure greater reach and result in more ticket sales.

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