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
Oban Winter Festival
Every day between 18 Dec 2025 and 21 Dec 2025The coastal town gets festive with a series of activities, films and light shows to celebrate the fluffy white season that carries the year to a close. There...
Tide Lines
20 Dec 2025Tide 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...
Oban Winter Festival Finale Concert - sponsored by The Oban Bay Hotel
21 Dec 2025Kick start your Christmas celebrations with our Oban Winter Festival Finale Concert! Sunday 21st December at the Corran Halls, Oban - sponsored by The Oban B...
3SIX9 : Boxing Day Takeover
26 Dec 20253SIX9 are bringing a stacked line up to Oban with Glasgow based Dj's A-TON, Make it Last, ESTO & HIGGI along with local DJ's Bill Neilson, Cameron McMullan,...
Bach Island
28 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025Informal Acoustic music evening with Argyll based duo Bach Island featuring Rab Woods (guitars, vocals), and Janet Lees (fiddle).
Oban Hogmanay Party
31 Dec 2025Bring in the bells with family and friends with us here at The View, Oban's largest town centre venue. Enjoy Oban's biggest Hogmanay celebration, with entert...
Story Time at Waterstones
05 Dec 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...
How to add your event
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