Whats On

What’s On in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Scroll down for Apr 2010 to March 2011 events

Where there is a blue heading, click on the hyperlink to the event website.

(email nicky@explorescotland.net if you would like us to add your event)

April:

Ealain Gallery & Whisky Shop, Main Road, Drymen:
April Whisky Club
Featuring: Glendronach
Thu 29th 7:30pm – Ealain Gallery, Drymen

Our guests for April’s whisky club is “Glendronach” a true cornerstone of
Speyside Malt Whiskies! On the night we will be tasting the 12, 15 and 18 year old. In addition we will also be sampling a selection from their sister distillery, “Benriach”
Taking us through the range will be Alistair Walker, whose family own and run the distillery.
To book your place please contact the gallery on: 01360 660996
Cost: £5 per person per club night.

Tramping Through The Trossachs:
Check dates

Bag A Munro:
Check dates
An opportunity to climb Ben Lomond

Bluebell Festival:
Check dates
Enjoy the spectacular displays of bluebells in the woods

Kids Summer Nature Club:
Check dates
A must for all young budding rangers 

Wood & Forest Fair:
Check dates
A celebration of all things wooden!

Halloween Party Night:
Check dates

Fire eater, juggler, magicians and ghost stories by the fire!
BBQ & drinks, £8 per person.
Very popular. Book in advance!

For more events and information contact the David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre on 01877 382258 or pick up an events 2008 brochure from the Visitor Centre.
Information provided in association with Forestry Commission Scotland Cowal & Trossachs Forest District
www.forestry.gov.uk/qefp

An Afternoon’s Highland History Tour 
Ledard Farm, near Kinlochard – Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 5pm

Loch Lomond Shores Farmers Market
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch – Sunday 11th and 25th, 10am – 4pm.

Karoke Nights at The Tullie Inn
Balloch – Friday Nights are Karaoke nights at the Tullie Inn. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm

Winnock Hotel Ceilidh
Drymen – Sunday night Ceilidhs – Open to All – April to Sept 2010

Live Folk Music at the Lade Inn
The Lade Inn at Kilmahog – Every Friday & Saturday Night the Lade Music has a Live Folk Band in their cosy Bothy Bar. Around 8.30pm – 11.30pm (ish) but get in early as it can get busy.

Local Music Night at the Village Inn Arrochar
Arrochar – The last Friday of every month is local music night at the Village Inn. Local bands play live music in the bar until the wee hours. Call Us on 01301 702279 for further information.

Quiz Night at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – Every Thursday night we test your knowledge on sport, current affairs, entertainment and general knowledge. If you think you’ve got what it takes to win our rolling cashpot, or simply want to have a laugh with your mates, fun starts 9.30pm.

DJ nights at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – On Friday nights local DJs perform a mixture pop, dance and rock tunes with some old favourites thrown in. Call us on 01389 752052 for more information.

Drovers Inn, Saturdays are Live Music Night 
Ardlui-Inverarnan – Every Saturday night the Drovers Inn has live music, check our website for further information or call us on 01301 704234.

Murder Mystery Nights at the Winnock Hotel
Drymen – Witness the Murder, Solve the Crime. Our Murder Mystery nights take place on various weekends every month through out the year. Please check our website to find out when the next one is happening, also occasional Family Murder Mysterys.

The Back Bar for Live Music every Friday night
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Quality live music every Friday night from 9.30pm. Free entrance to all.

Karaoke at the Back Bar, Dalgair House
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Every Saturday night the Back Bar has Karaoke, Open to all.

May:

Birds @ Breakfast
Saturday 1 May: 6am – 8am

To celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day (more
information on www.idcd.info), take an early morning walk
around Luss Glebe and listen to the wonderful dawn chorus
of resident and visiting birds. After walk a light breakfast will
be served.
Free. Meet at National Park Centre Luss. Jim Downie 01389
727736. Booking essential. Suitable for all the family, please
bring outdoor clothing and suitable footwear.

Birds @ Breakfast
Sunday 9 May: 5.30am – 8am

Come and join us for the dawn chorus down on the Endrick
Mouth part of the Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve.
The variety of habitats, woodland, wetland and open water,
should ensure that we encounter a good range of species and
we will help you to identify the birds that we hear and see.
Free. Meet at Millennium Hall car park, Gartocharn
(can pick up at Balloch railway station).
Please bring binoculars (if you have them), warm clothing,
waterproofs and sturdy waterproof footwear.
Booking is essential as places are limited.
Contact Stephen Longster 01786 450362
or email stephen.longster@snh.gov.uk
www.argyllholidays.com

David Marshall Lodge Aberfoyle
Heelster Gowdie
Sunday 16 May
2.30pm

Heelster Gowdie, the name means ‘Head over Heels’ are a
group specialising in well known and well loved folk songs,
delivered together with some cheeky chat and witty repartee!
This will be their fifth season as resident band at the David
Marshall Lodge.
Free concert (Donations welcome). Meet at David Marshall
Lodge Visitor Centre, Aberfoyle. No booking required.

www.forestry.gov.uk/qefp

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Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip

After a full safety brief, enjoy a full day paddling and exploring Loch Lomond’s wonderful islands – take a picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island’s summit for magnificent panoramic views, bathe on a secluded beach – you set the pace – an unforgettable day out! 

When:  Monday 23rd May, Sunday 30th May
Where:
 Departs from Luss beach

Time: 10.30am-4.30pm

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 12+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, packed lunch and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £50, children £45

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Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip

After a full safety briefing and introduction to canoeing and paddling, you will set out on the trip along the west shore of the Loch in an open, stable, professionally guided Canadian canoe – a truly unforgettable experience!

When: Sunday 2nd May @ 10.30am, Monday 3rd May @ 2pm, Monday 31st May @ 10.30am

Where: Departs from Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £30, children £25

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

22 May – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

30 May – Pub Quiz

An Afternoon’s Highland History Tour 
Ledard Farm, near Kinlochard – Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 5pm

Loch Lomond Shores Farmers Market
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch – Sunday 11th and 25th, 10am – 4pm.

Karoke Nights at The Tullie Inn
Balloch – Friday Nights are Karaoke nights at the Tullie Inn. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm

Winnock Hotel Ceilidh
Drymen – Sunday night Ceilidhs – Open to All – April to Sept 2010

Live Folk Music at the Lade Inn
The Lade Inn at Kilmahog – Every Friday & Saturday Night the Lade Music has a Live Folk Band in their cosy Bothy Bar. Around 8.30pm – 11.30pm (ish) but get in early as it can get busy.

Local Music Night at the Village Inn Arrochar
Arrochar – The last Friday of every month is local music night at the Village Inn. Local bands play live music in the bar until the wee hours. Call Us on 01301 702279 for further information.

Quiz Night at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – Every Thursday night we test your knowledge on sport, current affairs, entertainment and general knowledge. If you think you’ve got what it takes to win our rolling cashpot, or simply want to have a laugh with your mates, fun starts 9.30pm.

DJ nights at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – On Friday nights local DJs perform a mixture pop, dance and rock tunes with some old favourites thrown in. Call us on 01389 752052 for more information.

Drovers Inn, Saturdays are Live Music Night 
Ardlui-Inverarnan – Every Saturday night the Drovers Inn has live music, check our website for further information or call us on 01301 704234.

Murder Mystery Nights at the Winnock Hotel
Drymen – Witness the Murder, Solve the Crime. Our Murder Mystery nights take place on various weekends every month through out the year. Please check our website to find out when the next one is happening, also occasional Family Murder Mysterys.

The Back Bar for Live Music every Friday night
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Quality live music every Friday night from 9.30pm. Free entrance to all.

Karaoke at the Back Bar, Dalgair House
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Every Saturday night the Back Bar has Karaoke, Open to all.

Cystic Fibrosis Cycle Runs
Callander, 
Saturday 22nd May 2010
 – Choose Callander to Balquidder or Callander To Killin

SXC Cycle race
Aberfoyle,
Sunday 23rd May 2010 – After the mud & root fest of 2009, Aberfoyle moves to a (fingers crossed) drier time of year. The technical nature of this track makes it a big favourite, and with a bit less mud will be more friendly to beginners as well.

Doune & Dunblane Fling
Doune Castle and other locations
Thursday 27th May 2010 to Sunday 30th May 2010
 – The Doune and Dunblane Fling is our annual festival of music, culture and family fun.

Trossachs 10k Run
Aberfoyle
Saturday 29th May 2010 – Run through the beautiful Ard Forest, viewing some of Scotland�s most amazing scenery.The race is open to anyone aged 16 years or over. There is a limit of 500 places on this event.

Drymen Show
Drymen, 
Saturday 29th May 2010
 – Agricultural show with horse classes, jumping and showing, sheepdog trials and other entertainments. Open 9.00am – 5.00pm

June:

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Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip

After a full safety brief, enjoy a full day paddling and exploring Loch Lomond’s wonderful islands – take a picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island’s summit for magnificent panoramic views, bathe on a secluded beach – you set the pace – an unforgettable day out! 

When:  Saturday 12th June

Where: Departs from Luss beach

Time: 10.30am-4.30pm

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 12+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, packed lunch and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £50, children £45

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Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip

After a full safety briefing and introduction to canoeing and paddling, you will set out on the trip along the west shore of the Loch in an open, stable, professionally guided Canadian canoe – a truly unforgettable experience!

When: Saturday 19th June @ 2pm and Tuesday 29th June @ 2pm

Where: Departs from Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £30, children £25

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

26 June – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

27 June – Pub Quiz

David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Heelster Gowdie
Sunday 20 June,
2.30pm

Heelster Gowdie, the name means ‘Head over Heels’ are a
group specialising in well known and well loved folk songs,
delivered together with some cheeky chat and witty repartee!
This will be their fifth season as resident band at the David
Marshall Lodge.
Free concert (Donations welcome). Meet at David Marshall
Lodge Visitor Centre, Aberfoyle. No booking required.

www.forestry.gov.uk/qefp

An Afternoon’s Highland History Tour 
Ledard Farm, near Kinlochard – Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 5pm

Loch Lomond Shores Farmers Market
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch – Every other Sunday.

Karoke Nights at The Tullie Inn
Balloch – Friday Nights are Karaoke nights at the Tullie Inn. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm

Winnock Hotel Ceilidh
Drymen – Sunday night Ceilidhs – Open to All – April to Sept 2010

Live Folk Music at the Lade Inn
The Lade Inn at Kilmahog – Every Friday & Saturday Night the Lade Music has a Live Folk Band in their cosy Bothy Bar. Around 8.30pm – 11.30pm (ish) but get in early as it can get busy.

Local Music Night at the Village Inn Arrochar
Arrochar – The last Friday of every month is local music night at the Village Inn. Local bands play live music in the bar until the wee hours. Call Us on 01301 702279 for further information.

Quiz Night at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – Every Thursday night we test your knowledge on sport, current affairs, entertainment and general knowledge. If you think you’ve got what it takes to win our rolling cashpot, or simply want to have a laugh with your mates, fun starts 9.30pm.

DJ nights at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – On Friday nights local DJs perform a mixture pop, dance and rock tunes with some old favourites thrown in. Call us on 01389 752052 for more information.

Drovers Inn, Saturdays are Live Music Night 
Ardlui-Inverarnan – Every Saturday night the Drovers Inn has live music, check our website for further information or call us on 01301 704234.

Murder Mystery Nights at the Winnock Hotel
Drymen – Witness the Murder, Solve the Crime. Our Murder Mystery nights take place on various weekends every month through out the year. Please check our website to find out when the next one is happening, also occasional Family Murder Mysterys.

The Back Bar for Live Music every Friday night
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Quality live music every Friday night from 9.30pm. Free entrance to all.

Karaoke at the Back Bar, Dalgair House
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Every Saturday night the Back Bar has Karaoke, Open to all.

Gargunnock Farmers Show
Gargunnock, Near Stirling,
Saturday 6th June 2009 – A great family day out. Gargunnock is a confined show and entries are taken on the field on the day.

Stirling Agricultural Show
Stirling
Saturday 12th June 2010 – A great day out with Craft Shows, Livestock classes, main ring & childrens entertainment, vintage tractors and much, much more…….

Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games
Helensburgh
Saturday 12th June 2010 – The 2009 Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games were indeed blessed, with Helensburgh having sunshine all day.

Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march in Killin
Killin
Sunday 13th June 2010 – The Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march and play throughout the village of Killin between 2pm and 4pm.

 Polaroid 5k Loch Lomond Fun Run
Starts from Loch Lomond Shores
Sunday 13th June 2010 – The Loch Lomond 5K Fun Run on Sunday 13th June at 10.15 am – with a start and finish at Loch Lomond shores

Rob Roy Way Challenge
Drymen
Saturday 19th June 2010 – 3 day event Drymen to Kenmore via Aberfoyle, Callander & Balquhidder in aid of the Martin Currie Charity

West Highland Way Race
Milngavie to Fort William
Saturday 19th June 2010 – Please note you must have previously completed an off road ultra >65k before your entry will be considered. Starter will be around 175.

Mugdock Music Festival
Mugdock Country Park
Saturday 20th June 2009 to Sunday 21st June 2009 – Featuring acts of all musical genres from around the world

July:

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1-Hour Family Canoe Taster Session

A fun introduction to canoeing.  After a full safety brief, learn the basic paddling strokes and then take part in some exhilarating canoe games – a fantastic experience.

When:
Sunday 4th July, Saturday 10th July, Saturday 17th July, Saturday 24th July,  Saturday 31st July

Time: 11am

Where: Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £12.50, children £10

Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip

After a full safety briefing and introduction to canoeing and paddling, you will set out on the trip along the west shore of the Loch in an open, stable, professionally guided Canadian canoe – a truly unforgettable experience!

When: Thursday 8th July @ 10.30am, Sunday 18th July @ 10.30am, Friday 23rd July, Saturday 31st July @ 2pm.

Where: Departs from Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £30, children £25

Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip

After a full safety brief, enjoy a full day paddling and exploring Loch Lomond’s wonderful islands – take a picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island’s summit for magnificent panoramic views, bathe on a secluded beach – you set the pace – an unforgettable day out! 

When: Friday 2nd July
Where:
 Departs from Luss beach

Time: 10.30am-4.30pm

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 12+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, packed lunch and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £50, children £45

David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Heelster Gowdie
Sunday 18 July
2.30pm

Heelster Gowdie, the name means ‘Head over Heels’ are a
group specialising in well known and well loved folk songs,
delivered together with some cheeky chat and witty repartee!
This will be their fifth season as resident band at the David
Marshall Lodge.
Free concert (Donations welcome). Meet at David Marshall
Lodge Visitor Centre. No booking required.

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

24 July – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

31 July – Pub Quiz

An Afternoon’s Highland History Tour 
Ledard Farm, near Kinlochard – Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 5pm

Loch Lomond Shores Farmers Market
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch – Every other Sunday.

Karoke Nights at The Tullie Inn
Balloch – Friday Nights are Karaoke nights at the Tullie Inn. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm

Winnock Hotel Ceilidh
Drymen – Sunday night Ceilidhs – Open to All – April to Sept 2010

Live Folk Music at the Lade Inn
The Lade Inn at Kilmahog – Every Friday & Saturday Night the Lade Music has a Live Folk Band in their cosy Bothy Bar. Around 8.30pm – 11.30pm (ish) but get in early as it can get busy.

Local Music Night at the Village Inn Arrochar
Arrochar – The last Friday of every month is local music night at the Village Inn. Local bands play live music in the bar until the wee hours. Call Us on 01301 702279 for further information.

Quiz Night at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – Every Thursday night we test your knowledge on sport, current affairs, entertainment and general knowledge. If you think you’ve got what it takes to win our rolling cashpot, or simply want to have a laugh with your mates, fun starts 9.30pm.

DJ nights at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – On Friday nights local DJs perform a mixture pop, dance and rock tunes with some old favourites thrown in. Call us on 01389 752052 for more information.

Drovers Inn, Saturdays are Live Music Night 
Ardlui-Inverarnan – Every Saturday night the Drovers Inn has live music, check our website for further information or call us on 01301 704234.

Murder Mystery Nights at the Winnock Hotel
Drymen – Witness the Murder, Solve the Crime. Our Murder Mystery nights take place on various weekends every month through out the year. Please check our website to find out when the next one is happening, also occasional Family Murder Mysterys.

The Back Bar for Live Music every Friday night
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Quality live music every Friday night from 9.30pm. Free entrance to all.

Karaoke at the Back Bar, Dalgair House
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Every Saturday night the Back Bar has Karaoke, Open to all.

Luss Highland Games
Luss
Saturday 3rd July 2010 – Luss Village itself was for long known as the prettiest village in Scotland, and even today manages to retain its charm and beauty in spite of the demands of tourism and the motor car.

Lochearn Shears
Lochearnhead
Saturday 3rd July 2010 to Sunday 4th July 2010
 – The Lochearn Shears is a top level sheep shearing competition with a very international field. Also a very good ceildh and dance after the event.

Artemis Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon
Loch Tay
Saturday 10th July 2010 – Swim Loch Tay – Walk 7 Munros – Kayak back to Ardtalnaig -Cycle around Loch Tay!!

Stirling Highland Games
Stirling location to be announced
Sunday 11th July 2010
 – 2010 marks the 25th anniversary of the modern Highland Games at Stirling. To celebrate the occasion there will be a number of new features to make the games more memorable than ever.

Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march in Killin
Killin
Sunday 11th July 2010 – The Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march and play throughout the village of Killin between 2pm and 4pm.

Loch Lomond Highland Games
Balloch
Saturday 17th July 2010 – Loch Lomond Highland Games are a traditional Highland Games with Solo Piping & Highland Dance.

Lochearnhead, Strathyre & Balquhidder Highland Games
Lochearnhead
Saturday 24th July 2010
 – Here in the lands of MacGregor, McLaren, MacNab, and Stewart of Strathern, you can experience all the thrills of traditional highland games at Lochearnhead in a fabulous setting beside Loch Earn. Starts at 12.30.

Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march in Killin
Killin
Sunday 25th July 2010 – The Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march and play throughout the village of Killin between 2pm and 4pm.

Killin Games
Breadalbane Park
Wednesday 29th July 2009 – Parade from the Falls of Dochart 1.30pm

Lomond Folk Festival
Balloch
Friday 30th July 2010 to Sunday 1st August 2010 – An incredible Folk Festival now in its 11th year. If you love Scottish Folk Music and Dancing in its original form with a backdrop of Loch Lomond, then visit us and join in.

Callander World Highland Games
Ben Leidi Park, Callander
Saturday 31st July 2010 to Sunday 1st August 2010 – A great 2 days out for all the family with all the Highland Games activities.

 August:

CAN YOU EXPERIENCE CO LTD

1-Hour Family Canoe Taster Session

A fun introduction to canoeing.  After a full safety brief, learn the basic paddling strokes and then take part in some exhilarating canoe games – a fantastic experience.

When: Saturday 7th August, Friday 13th August, Sunday 15th August,

Time: 11am

Where: Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £12.50, children £10

Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip

After a full safety briefing and introduction to canoeing and paddling, you will set out on the trip along the west shore of the Loch in an open, stable, professionally guided Canadian canoe – a truly unforgettable experience!

When: Sunday 8th August @2pm, Monday 16th August @ 2pm, Saturday 21st August @ 10.30am, Saturday 28th August @ 2pm.

Where: Departs from Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £30, children £25

Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip

After a full safety brief, enjoy a full day paddling and exploring Loch Lomond’s wonderful islands – take a picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island’s summit for magnificent panoramic views, bathe on a secluded beach – you set the pace – an unforgettable day out! 

When: Sunday 1st August,

Where: Departs from Luss beach

Time: 10.30am-4.30pm

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 12+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, packed lunch and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £50, children £45

David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Heelster Gowdie
Sunday 15 August
2.30pm

Heelster Gowdie, the name means ‘Head over Heels’ are a
group specialising in well known and well loved folk songs,
delivered together with some cheeky chat and witty repartee!
This will be their fifth season as resident band at the David
Marshall Lodge.
Free concert (Donations welcome). Meet at David Marshall
Lodge Visitor Centre, Aberfoyle. No booking required.

www.forestry.gov.uk/qefp

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

24 August – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

29 August – Pub Quiz

An Afternoon’s Highland History Tour 
Ledard Farm, near Kinlochard – Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 5pm

Loch Lomond Shores Farmers Market
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch – Every other Sunday.

Karoke Nights at The Tullie Inn
Balloch – Friday Nights are Karaoke nights at the Tullie Inn. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm

Winnock Hotel Ceilidh
Drymen – Sunday night Ceilidhs – Open to All – April to Sept 2010

Live Folk Music at the Lade Inn
The Lade Inn at Kilmahog – Every Friday & Saturday Night the Lade Music has a Live Folk Band in their cosy Bothy Bar. Around 8.30pm – 11.30pm (ish) but get in early as it can get busy.

Local Music Night at the Village Inn Arrochar
Arrochar – The last Friday of every month is local music night at the Village Inn. Local bands play live music in the bar until the wee hours. Call Us on 01301 702279 for further information.

Quiz Night at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – Every Thursday night we test your knowledge on sport, current affairs, entertainment and general knowledge. If you think you’ve got what it takes to win our rolling cashpot, or simply want to have a laugh with your mates, fun starts 9.30pm.

DJ nights at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – On Friday nights local DJs perform a mixture pop, dance and rock tunes with some old favourites thrown in. Call us on 01389 752052 for more information.

Drovers Inn, Saturdays are Live Music Night 
Ardlui-Inverarnan – Every Saturday night the Drovers Inn has live music, check our website for further information or call us on 01301 704234.

Murder Mystery Nights at the Winnock Hotel
Drymen – Witness the Murder, Solve the Crime. Our Murder Mystery nights take place on various weekends every month through out the year. Please check our website to find out when the next one is happening, also occasional Family Murder Mysterys.

The Back Bar for Live Music every Friday night
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Quality live music every Friday night from 9.30pm. Free entrance to all.

Karaoke at the Back Bar, Dalgair House
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Every Saturday night the Back Bar has Karaoke, Open to all.

Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Edinburgh Castle
Friday 6th August 2010 to Saturday 28th August 2010 – 2010 marks the Diamond Jubilee Year of Edinburgh’s celebrated Royal Military Tattoo.

WakeScot
info@wakescot.com
Saturday 7th August 2010 – Scotlands leading wakeboarding event. All level of rider. All day BBQ, promotional giveaways and great wakeboarding

Bridge of Allan Highland Games
Games Park
Sunday 8th August 2010
 – Taking place in the Games Park in Bridge of Allan, games have Heavy Weight events, Wrestling, Light Field & Highland Dance.

Edinburgh International Festival
Edinburgh, Friday 13th August 2010 to Sunday 5th September 2010 – The famous Edinburgh International Arts and Music Festival

World Pipe Band Championships
Glasgow Green, Saturday 14th August 2010 – Glasgow immerses itself in true Scottish Culture with pipe bands from all over the world fiercely competeing for that exclusive title.

Lomond Folk Festival
Balloch
Friday 30th July 2010 to Sunday 1st August 2010 – An incredible Folk Festival now in its 11th year. If you love Scottish Folk Music and Dancing in its original form with a backdrop of Loch Lomond, then visit us and join in.

Callander World Highland Games
Ben Leidi Park, Callander
Saturday 31st July 2010 to Sunday 1st August 2010 – A great 2 days out for all the family with all the Highland Games activities.

September:

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

11 September – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

26 September – Pub Quiz

CAN YOU EXPERIENCE CO LTD

1-Hour Family Canoe Taster Session

A fun introduction to canoeing.  After a full safety brief, learn the basic paddling strokes and then take part in some exhilarating canoe games – a fantastic experience.

When:  Sunday 26th September.

Time: 11am

Where: Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 5+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £12.50, children £10

Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip

After a full safety brief, enjoy a full day paddling and exploring Loch Lomond’s wonderful islands – take a picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island’s summit for magnificent panoramic views, bathe on a secluded beach – you set the pace – an unforgettable day out! 

When: Saturday 11th September

Where: Departs from Luss beach

Time: 10.30am-4.30pm

Contact: 01389 756251

Requirements Booking essential.   Age 12+.  Bring a change of clothes, sunscreen, packed lunch and waterproofs – we provide waterproofs for those who do not have their own.  Suitable for all.

Price: Adults £50, children £45

David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Heelster Gowdie
Sunday 19 September
2.30pm

Heelster Gowdie, the name means ‘Head over Heels’ are a
group specialising in well known and well loved folk songs,
delivered together with some cheeky chat and witty repartee!
This will be their fifth season as resident band at the David
Marshall Lodge.
Free concert (Donations welcome). Meet at David Marshall
Lodge Visitor Centre, Aberfoyle. No booking required.

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An Afternoon’s Highland History Tour 
Ledard Farm, near Kinlochard – Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 5pm

Loch Lomond Shores Farmers Market
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch – Every other Sunday.

Karoke Nights at The Tullie Inn
Balloch – Friday Nights are Karaoke nights at the Tullie Inn. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm

Winnock Hotel Ceilidh
Drymen – Sunday night Ceilidhs – Open to All – April to Sept 2010

Live Folk Music at the Lade Inn
The Lade Inn at Kilmahog – Every Friday & Saturday Night the Lade Music has a Live Folk Band in their cosy Bothy Bar. Around 8.30pm – 11.30pm (ish) but get in early as it can get busy.

Local Music Night at the Village Inn Arrochar
Arrochar – The last Friday of every month is local music night at the Village Inn. Local bands play live music in the bar until the wee hours. Call Us on 01301 702279 for further information.

Quiz Night at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – Every Thursday night we test your knowledge on sport, current affairs, entertainment and general knowledge. If you think you’ve got what it takes to win our rolling cashpot, or simply want to have a laugh with your mates, fun starts 9.30pm.

DJ nights at the Tullie Inn, Balloch
Balloch – On Friday nights local DJs perform a mixture pop, dance and rock tunes with some old favourites thrown in. Call us on 01389 752052 for more information.

Drovers Inn, Saturdays are Live Music Night 
Ardlui-Inverarnan – Every Saturday night the Drovers Inn has live music, check our website for further information or call us on 01301 704234.

Murder Mystery Nights at the Winnock Hotel
Drymen – Witness the Murder, Solve the Crime. Our Murder Mystery nights take place on various weekends every month through out the year. Please check our website to find out when the next one is happening, also occasional Family Murder Mysterys.

The Back Bar for Live Music every Friday night
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Quality live music every Friday night from 9.30pm. Free entrance to all.

Karaoke at the Back Bar, Dalgair House
Dalgair House Hotel, Main Street , Callander – Every Saturday night the Back Bar has Karaoke, Open to all.

Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march in Killin
Killin
Sunday 5th September 2010 – The Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band march and play throughout the village of Killin between 2pm and 4pm.

Great Scottish Run, Glasgow
George Square Glasgow
Sunday 5th September 2010 – Half Marathon and 10K races for juniors and seniors

Breadalbane Arts
Tyndrum Village Hall
Sunday 5th September 2010 to Monday 13th September 2010
 – A showcase of drawning, painting, photography & 3D work from artists in the Breadalbane area.

Pitlochry Highland Games
Recreation Ground Ferry Road Pitlochry
Saturday 11th September 2010 – One of the very last Highland Games of a long Season, Pitlochry Highland Games hosts the finals of a number of competitions.

Loch Earn Swim
Outside Loch Earn’s Watersports Centre
Saturday 12th September 2009 to Saturday 12th September 2009
 – Swim the length of Loch Earn from Lochearnhead to St Fillans or cheer on the swimmers

Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
Lomond Shores, Balloch by Loch Lomond
Saturday 18th September 2010 to Sunday 19th September 2010
 – The 5th Annual Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival

Cashel 8km Race
Balmaha
Sunday 19th September 2010 – The annual 8.5km hill race is free to enter and starts at 10am.

October:

Jazz up the Trossachs
Friday 1st Oct – Sunday 3rd Oct 2010
Line up includes Trossachs Big Band, Daniel Smith’s Blues Band, Lights Out By Nine, Brass Impact, George Penman and much more!
For further information and to purchase tickets: e-mail: info@callanderjazz.co.uk
www.callanderjazz.com
Telephone: 01877 339399/ 339455

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

16 October – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

21 October – Opening night of The Mushroom Festival 2010, Chinese buffet and entertainment tickets available from The Forth Inn

31 October – Pub Quiz

Aberfoyle Mushroom Festival
Aberfoyle
Friday 22nd October 2010 to Monday 25th October 2010
 – A Festival with a Hong Kong flavour this year with Cookery, Music, Dance and Mushroom events. A really great few days in the Trossachs.

November:

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

20 November – Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

28 November – Pub Quiz

December:

The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle

18 December -Christmas Karaoke in the Wallace Bar. Fun starts @ 9pm

19 December – Pub Quiz

31 December – Hogmany Karaoke, 9 till Late (over 18’s) Ticket Only!