What's On in and around Kippen and Stirling

Here you will find details of any events taking place in the local area.

A great family day out, The Drymen Show will be packed with exciting entertainment including the Chariots of Fire Display Team, all kinds of animals on show, sheep shearing, show jumping, funfair and lots of stalls.  Please click on link for further information.

June 2011

Gargunnock Farmers Show- The Gargunnock Agricultural Show was first held in 1794 – two years before the death of Robert Burns.  It has a great family atmosphere - something you don't get in larger shows. Get up close to all sorts of farm animals and the kids can enter the races in the main ring (everyone is guaranteed a prize).

July 2011

The Highland Games - Callander - This is another great day out for all the family.  One of the many highlights of these games is The Police Dog Competition which is getting the reputation of being the biggest and best throughout the UK.  And not forgetting Highland Dancing, Pipe Bands, Tossing The Caber, Wrestling, stalls and many more exciting events.  Please click on link for further information.

The Scottish Game Fair   Scone Palace

Visitors come to enjoy the lively and friendly atmosphere, hunt for bargains in over 300 trade stands, learn more about their countryside, see a huge variety of displays & demonstrations and test their skills in a wide range of competitions. 

August 2011

Stirling Castle Esplanade 7.15-8.15pm
Every Tuesday in August

Come and enjoy a short half hour display of Highland Dancing provided by a local dancing school and piper. This is followed by a stirring half hour performance by a local pipe band playing traditional jigs, reels and strathspeys.   FREE ADMISSION (Voluntary Donations)

Bridge of Allan Highland Games - Bridge of Allan, near Stirling, hosts its annual games every August. Clansmen gather to compete in various strength-testing events, known as the "heavy" sports, while the Scottish dancing and piping competitions are more genteel.