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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.

Ariel shot of Irvine moor and Marymass festival featuring tents, people and stalls.

Upcoming events

  • Arran mountain festival

    May 15 - May 18, 2026

    Various locations, Isle of Arran

    Visit Arran mountain festival website
    Group of mountain walkers on hillside

    From wildlife watching coastal walks to airy scrambles on towering granite ridges, Arran Mountain Festival offers amazing opportunities to experience Scottish hillwalking at its best.

  • Dreghorn gala

    May 16, 2026

    10:00

    Dreghorn Primary School Park, Dreghorn

    Visit Dreghorn gala website
    Fairground flags flying

    Annual Gala Day featuring a parade, market stalls and family activities, celebrating the Dreghorn community

  • Arran Pride

    May 30, 2026

    12:00

    Brodick Hall, Brodick

    Visit Arran Pride website
    Crowds marching carrying Pride rainbow flags

    Annual family-friendly and inclusive Pride march followed by a celebratory Ceilidh at the Hall. 

  • Ardrossan Highland games

    May 31, 2026

    09:00

    Ardrossan Memorial Playing Fields, Ardrossan

    Visit Ardrossan Highland games website
    Highland Games competitor in field

    Ardrossan's traditional Highland Games with highland dancing, tossing the caber, haggis hurling, pipe band competitions and much more!

  • Arran folk festival

    June 05 - June 07, 2026

    Various, Isle of Arran

    Book Arran folk festival tickets
    Man playing violin

    A fantastic weekend of folk music featuring free and ticketed concerts and workshops.