What's on in North Ayrshire

Local events are largely organised by voluntary management committees. Please check organisers websites for updates. More events may be added throughout the year.

If you are planning your own event or would like to find out how to, you can learn more on the Council’s event and planning support page.

Find information on more things to do such as activity programmes, concerts and exhibitions by following our venues and teams on social media.

Upcoming events

• Coastwatch polar plunge

  January 01, 2026

  11:00

  Irvine Beach, Irvine

  Visit Coastwatch polar plunge website

  

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  A New Years' tradition! This is a chilly run into the water at Irvine Beach to raise funds for selected local charities.  

• Irvine cyclocross national trophy

  January 01 - January 03, 2026

  14:00

  Beach Park, Irvine

  Visit Irvine cyclocross national trophy website

  

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  A series of open and competitive cyclocross races including events for beginners, kids, and adults. 

• Rat race ultra tour Arran

  April 18 - April 19, 2026

  08:30

  Ormidale Park , Brodick

  Book Rat race ultra tour Arran tickets

  

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  Starting and finishing in Ormidale Park, this race is comprised of two different 30-mile circuits around the Isle of Arran on each of the race days.

• Bounce in the park

  May 01 - May 04, 2026

  12:00

  Eglinton Country Park , Kilwinning

  Book Bounce in the park tickets

  

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  A fantastic line-up of large inflatables, slides, assault courses, and more, guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained.

• Ayrshire coast sunset ultra marathon

  June 05 - June 06, 2026

  22:30

  The Beach Park, Irvine

  Book Ayrshire coast sunset ultra marathon tickets

  

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  A 50km ultra marathon beginning at Irvine Beach and running down to Ayr Beach and all the way back.