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

McLellan arts festival

August 29 - September 11, 2025

Various locations, Isle of Arran

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An audience clapping their hands close up

An exciting arts festival featuring music, literature, poetry and theatre.

Largs Viking festival

August 30 - September 07, 2025

Various locations, Largs

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Traditional longboat burning at Largs seafront

The annual Viking Festival marks the 1263 Battle of Largs, the last mainland battle between the Scots and Norse. With family attractions including an opening parade and ceremony, live entertainment, fringe events, food and craft market, workshops, a full Viking and Scots village, Viking Long Boat, and the ever popular Festival of Fire, with fire procession. As well as the Viking skirmish, burning of the long boat, entertainment, and a fabulous firework display.