Arcadia Scotland

As we gear up for full-blown festival season in August, July offers a range of performances, exhibitions and events which are sure to get you in the spirit!

Our summer programs are jam packed with classes, events and excursions, but if you have a few spare moments, we encourage you to get out and explore.  There are tons of events happening near your university, but also further afield, and we have compiled a list to give you some inspiration as you continue to explore and experience Scottish culture.

Aberdeen

dolphinwatch

Various dates throughout july, Torrey battery

Enjoy some of Europe's best dolphin watching off the coast of Aberdeen, accompanied by experts who will provide both knowledge and dolphin watching equipment!

Aberdeen international youth festival

28-31 July, various venues around Aberdeen

This festival showcases the talents of young performing artists from around the globe. Whether you're interested in music, theatre or dance, there are a range of acts and workshops to enjoy!

stonehaven highland games

16 July, Mackie academy playing fields, 11am

Witness the famous caber-tossing event, along with Scottish dancing, music, food and other competitions.

Edinburgh

Edinburgh international magic festival

through 8 July, various venues and times

Prepare to be wowed and amazed at Magicfest 2017!  Enter a world of illusion, tricks and imagination!

Leith festival

through 18 july, various venues and times

One of Edinburgh's most distinct communities, Leith has a culture of its own.  Head down to Leith for a fantastic lineup of shows, talks, food stalls and fun! 

canteen street food festival

29 july, Archerfield estate, east Lothian, 12pm

Enjoy local culinary delights in the lovely outskirts of Edinburgh.

Glasgow

Merchant city festival

22-30 july, merchant city

Enjoy performances, art and Glasgow's culture in this upscale part of town.

alexander "greek" Thomson bicentennial festival

Throughout July, Various venues and times

Celebrate the architectural feats of the classically-inspired Scottish architect.

brick history

throughout july, Clydebank town hall

See historical events re-constructed out of Lego!

St Andrews

grand st Andrews ceilidh

6 and 28 july, botanical gardens, 7pm

Enjoy Scottish dancing in a beautiful setting!

night market

18 july, Balgove larder, 5pm

Enjoy this evening market with music, crafts and delicious local foods.

scot free tours: Free walking tour

Saturdays and sundays in july, The scores hotel, 11am

Get to know the ins and outs of this historic town.

Stirling

exhibition: flights into Scotland's past

throughout july, stirling castle

An exhibition of aerial photos of Scotland's historic monuments and sites.

a hero remembered

1 and 2 july, National Wallace monument, 11am

Hear William Wallace talk about being Scotland's national hero and how his image has developed over the years!

Queen Lear

23 july, macrobert centre, 7pm

Not exactly how Shakespeare wrote it, but take in this famous tale from a female perspective.