Mey Highland Games 2026: A Celebration of Highland Tradition

Join us at the Mey Highland Games 2026, one of Scotland’s most northerly and much loved Highland gatherings. Set against the dramatic landscape of Caithness, this traditional event celebrates Highland culture, community spirit, and sporting heritage, with heavy events, piping, Highland dancing, local stalls, and entertainment for all ages.

Whether you are a local resident or visiting the far north of Scotland, the Mey Highland Games offer a fantastic opportunity to experience traditional Highland traditions, meet the local community, and enjoy a memorable day of entertainment in a truly unique setting.

Sutherland Show 2026: A Celebration of Highland Life

Join us at the Sutherland Show 2026, one of the Highlands’ most popular annual events. Set in the stunning surroundings of Sutherland, this family friendly show celebrates Scottish rural life, local agriculture, and Highland culture. Enjoy livestock displays, traditional Highland games, local crafts, food stalls, and entertainment for all ages.

Whether you are a local resident or visiting the Scottish Highlands, the Sutherland Show is the perfect day out to experience Highland traditions, fresh local produce, and fun for the whole family.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2026, the scheduled dates are:

- May 13th and 27th

- June 10th and 24th

- July 8th and 22nd

- August 12th and 26th

- September 9th and 23rd

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

Latheron Show 2026

Latheron, Caithness

One of the key agricultural events in the far north of Scotland, the Latheron Show brings together the local farming community and visitors for a full day celebrating rural life in Caithness. The show features livestock competitions, equestrian classes, working demonstrations, and displays of traditional skills that reflect the area’s strong agricultural heritage.

Alongside the main arena events, visitors can explore a wide range of stalls offering local food and drink, crafts, home baking, and rural trade stands. There is also family entertainment throughout the day, making it a welcoming event for all ages and a highlight of the Highland summer calendar.

BRAWSCOTLAND will be attending with a selection of fine art landscape photography prints and calendars available in the main marquee, showcasing the raw and atmospheric beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2026, the scheduled dates are:

- May 13th and 27th

- June 10th and 24th

- July 8th and 22nd

- August 12th and 26th

- September 9th and 23rd

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

The Witches Kist Community Market – Brora

BRAWSCOTLAND will be attending some of the new Witches Kist Community Market in Brora, a welcoming local market celebrating local produce, handmade crafts, and artisan food from across the area.

Visitors will be able to explore a variety of stalls featuring local makers, artists, and food producers, making it a great opportunity to discover unique products and support small businesses in the community. BRAWSCOTLAND will be there with a selection of Scottish landscape photography and fine art prints available to browse.

The market takes place at Academy Place car park, Brora (KW9 6QR) and runs from 11am to 3pm on the following dates:

3 April

1 May

5 June

3 July

14 August

4 September

2 October

If you are visiting Brora or the surrounding Sutherland area, come along and enjoy a relaxed community market with local crafts, food, and produce.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2026, the scheduled dates are:

- May 13th and 27th

- June 10th and 24th

- July 8th and 22nd

- August 12th and 26th

- September 9th and 23rd

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

Tain Vintage, Historic, Classic Car and Motorcycle Rally is back for 2026.

Various stalls, hot food and tasty treats.

Come along and enjoy the day out with Tain Gala Association.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2026, the scheduled dates are:

- May 13th and 27th

- June 10th and 24th

- July 8th and 22nd

- August 12th and 26th

- September 9th and 23rd

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

The Witches Kist Community Market – Brora

BRAWSCOTLAND will be attending the new Witches Kist Community Market in Brora, a welcoming local market celebrating local produce, handmade crafts, and artisan food from across the area.

Visitors will be able to explore a variety of stalls featuring local makers, artists, and food producers, making it a great opportunity to discover unique products and support small businesses in the community. BRAWSCOTLAND will be there with a selection of Scottish landscape photography and fine art prints available to browse.

The market takes place at Academy Place car park, Brora (KW9 6QR) and runs from 11am to 3pm on the following dates:

3 April

1 May

5 June

3 July

14 August

4 September

2 October

If you are visiting Brora or the surrounding Sutherland area, come along and enjoy a relaxed community market with local crafts, food, and produce.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2026, the scheduled dates are:

- May 13th and 27th

- June 10th and 24th

- July 8th and 22nd

- August 12th and 26th

- September 9th and 23rd

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2025, the scheduled dates are:

- May 13th and 27th

- June 10th and 24th

- July 8th and 22nd

- August 12th and 26th

- September 9th and 23rd

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

The Witches Kist Community Market – Brora

BRAWSCOTLAND will be attending the new Witches Kist Community Market in Brora, a welcoming local market celebrating local produce, handmade crafts, and artisan food from across the area.

Visitors will be able to explore a variety of stalls featuring local makers, artists, and food producers, making it a great opportunity to discover unique products and support small businesses in the community. BRAWSCOTLAND will be there with a selection of Scottish landscape photography and fine art prints available to browse.

The market takes place at Academy Place car park, Brora (KW9 6QR) and runs from 11am to 3pm on the following dates:

3 April

1 May

5 June

3 July

14 August

4 September

2 October

If you are visiting Brora or the surrounding Sutherland area, come along and enjoy a relaxed community market with local crafts, food, and produce.

The Lairg Community Market takes place monthly at the Lairg Community Centre, situated on Main Street (just beyond the Highland Hotel when approaching from the loch).

Featuring stalls from a variety of local businesses, both large and small, the market offers an enticing array of goods, including local produce and crafts, right in the heart of Lairg.

Currently, the market operates on the third Monday of each month from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Admission is free.

A range of local produce (including honey, eggs, home baking, home pickles and jams amongst other things) and craft items made in the Highlands!

Teas and coffees available on the day.

A range of local produce (including honey, eggs, home baking, home pickles and jams amongst other things) and craft items made in the Highlands!

Teas and coffees available on the day.

A range of local produce (including honey, eggs, home baking, home pickles and jams amongst other things) and craft items made in the Highlands!

Teas and coffees available on the day.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2025, the scheduled dates are:

- May 14th and 28th

- June 11th and 25th

- July 9th and 23rd

- August 13th and 27th

- September 10th and 24th

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2025, the scheduled dates are:

- May 14th and 28th

- June 11th and 25th

- July 9th and 23rd

- August 13th and 27th CANCELLED

- September 10th and 24th

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

The Lairg Crofters Show is the last remaining Crofters' show on mainland Britain. Established in 1911, the show is held annually at the Showfield off Main Street in Lairg.

The 2024 show will take place on the 24th of August and will feature a horse show, dog show, sheep and cattle livestock classes, dog agility, a Highland dancing competition, an industrial tent, and various craft, trade, and charity stalls, among other attractions.

The Sutherland Schools Pipe Band and The Caledonian Pipe Band (Golspie) will lead the parade featuring our show Queen and her attendants, followed by our extensive vintage machinery display.

This year, the Lairg Crofters Show is excited to announce our main attraction: ‘Mobile Bike Events.’ They are the UK’s leading BMX stunt team, with amazing portable ramps that allow them to perform breathtaking shows across the UK and Europe.

The Lairg Community Market takes place monthly at the Lairg Community Centre, situated on Main Street (just beyond the Highland Hotel when approaching from the loch).

Featuring stalls from a variety of local businesses, both large and small, the market offers an enticing array of goods, including local produce and crafts, right in the heart of Lairg.

Currently, the market operates on the third Monday of each month from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Admission is free.

A range of local produce (including honey, eggs, home baking, home pickles and jams amongst other things) and craft items made in the Highlands!

Teas and coffees available on the day.

A range of local produce (including honey, eggs, home baking, home pickles and jams amongst other things) and craft items made in the Highlands!

Teas and coffees available on the day.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2025, the scheduled dates are:

- May 14th and 28th

- June 11th and 25th

- July 9th and 23rd

- August 13th and 27th

- September 10th and 24th

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

Experience the Glenmorangie Tain Highland Gathering 2025 and visit the BRAWSCOTLAND stall for stunning Scottish landscape prints and handmade Highland gifts. Celebrate tradition, culture, and creativity at this vibrant event filled with music, sport, and local talent. A perfect day out for the whole family in the heart of Easter Ross.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2025, the scheduled dates are:

- May 14th and 28th

- June 11th and 25th

- July 9th and 23rd

- August 13th and 27th

- September 10th and 24th

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.

The Lairg Community Market takes place monthly at the Lairg Community Centre, situated on Main Street (just beyond the Highland Hotel when approaching from the loch).

Featuring stalls from a variety of local businesses, both large and small, the market offers an enticing array of goods, including local produce and crafts, right in the heart of Lairg.

Currently, the market operates on the third Monday of each month from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Admission is free.

Market days occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from May through September. For 2024, the scheduled dates are:

- May 8th and 22nd

- June 12th and 26th

- July 10th and 24th

- August 14th and 28th

- September 11th and 25th

The market is open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on the Cathedral Green. Enjoy browsing up to 30 stalls offering homegrown produce, plants, arts and crafts, baked goods, rapeseed oil, a butcher, handmade soap, jewelry, gifts, and clothing.