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Islay, Jura, Colonsay Annual Agricultural Show

13 August 2026 An annual celebration of local agricultural heritage with livestock displays, competitions, local food and crafts. Read More

Thu 13 Aug18 Restaurant & Bar(3.3mi)

via 18 Restaurant & BarLocal gem

Community

Islay Marathon

12 September 2026 The Islay marathon is back with breathtaking views of Islay’s coastline and a spread of sandwiches, soup and cakes upon finishing. Read More

Sat 12 Sept18 Restaurant & Bar(3.3mi)

via 18 Restaurant & BarLocal gem

OTTILIE: A Theatre Performance Celebrating the Life of Ottilie Patterson

Live MusicTheatre

Around £15.00

OTTILIE: A Theatre Performance Celebrating the Life of Ottilie Patterson

Born in Comber, County Down, Ottilie Patterson (1932–2011) became one of the UK and Ireland's greatest Blues singers. Leaving Northern Ireland for London in 1954, she rose to international acclaim with the Chris Barber Band, sharing stages with legends including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Muddy Waters and Sister Rosetta Tharpe.

Fri 24 Jul20:30Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

OTTILIE: A Performance Reading Celebrating the Life of Ottilie Patterson

Live Music

Around £15.00

OTTILIE: A Performance Reading Celebrating the Life of Ottilie Patterson

Fri 24 Jul20:30Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Landscape Painting Course with Julian Friers

Workshops & Classes

Around £85.00

Landscape Painting Course with Julian Friers

Join renowned artist Julian Friers for a one-day course exploring the core principles of landscape painting - from the first marks on the page to the final brushstrokes on canvas.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Community

The McDougalls: Farmyard Fun

A singalong show for all the family – live on stage! E-I-E-I-O! It’s time to join everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company on a brand new farm-tastic musical adventure! Auntie Aggie, Max and Morag the Rabbit are trotting down to the farm for the Big Barn Dance. But before the dancing begins, the animals need YOUR help! Packed with singalong songs like Old MacDonald Had a Farm, Hey Diddle Diddle and Five Little Ducks, this moo-sical day out with the kids will have you singing ‘til the cows come home! Don’t be sheepish – you can even come dressed as your favourite farmyard animal for a quacking good time! The McDougalls have become the country’s biggest stars of family entertainment – the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE singalong songs. Created and Performed by Ruairidh Forde & Ryan Moir. Running Time: One Hour Recommended for children up to age 9 to enjoy with their families. McDougalls merchandise will be on sale at the venue. ABOUT THE COMPANY: “Everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company” – Daily Record “A fun-filled musical stage act designed to entertain and enthral. A magical theatre experience” – The Scotsman

Mon 27 Jul15:00Victoria Hall(26.9mi)

via Victoria Hall

ComedyFestivals & Events

Around £28.00

Stitches Comedy Festival

Stitches Comedy Festival is back for a third round!

Thu 30 JulYarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Talk and Q&A: "How To Actually Be Yourself" with Conor Creighton

Talks & Lectures

Around £10.00

Talk and Q&A: "How To Actually Be Yourself" with Conor Creighton

Most of us are living by rules we never agreed to. Rules about how to act, what to want, who to be.

Fri 31 Jul20:00Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Community

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Achavinish Achavinish, Isle of Gigha , PA41 7AA United Kingdom View Location Map Achavinish

Sat 1 AugThe Horse Box Bar(18mi)

via The Horse Box BarCurated

Workshop: "How To Actually Be Yourself" with Conor Creighton

Workshops & Classes

Around £30.00

Workshop: "How To Actually Be Yourself" with Conor Creighton

Most of us are living by rules we never agreed to — rules about how to act, what to want, who to be. We follow them so automatically that we barely notice they’re there, until we find ourselves feeling disconnected, restless, or quietly unlike ourselves.

Sat 1 Aug11:00Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Community

Achavinish

Achavinish Achavinish, Isle of Gigha , PA41 7AA United Kingdom View Location Map Achavinish

Sun 2 AugThe Horse Box Bar(18mi)

via The Horse Box BarCurated

Cinema

Around £10.00

Ballycastle Film Club: The Field

As summer edges towards harvest, join Ballycastle Film Club, Yarn and Ursa Minor for a special Lúnasa screening of The Field.

Fri 7 Aug20:00Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Community

Around £75.00

Yarn x Ursa Minor: Lúnasa Party

Join Yarn and Ursa Minor for an evening celebrating Lúnasa, the old festival of first harvests and long summer evenings before the season begins to turn.

Sat 8 Aug20:00Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

SEASONS: August's gathering with Maria Mooney

Community

Around £22.00

SEASONS: August's gathering with Maria Mooney

This seasonal event series with Maria Mooney offers a nourishing monthly space for women to pause, reset, and reconnect with themselves. Each workshop is themed to the season, creating a unique and immersive experience every time.

Wed 19 Aug20:00Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Cinema

Around £8.50

Ballycastle Film Club: Trainspotting

Hosted at Yarn, Ballycastle Film Club celebrates powerful filmmaking — from cult classics to contemporary gems, international cinema to homegrown favourites. Think iconic rebels, quiet heartbreakers and unexpected gems. Plus, our screenings are BYOB.

Fri 2 Oct20:30Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Community

Around £20.00

Clare Sands - Live Performance

Clare Sands is a sixth-generation fiddle player and bilingual singer from Cork, Ireland. Channelling the music of her ancestors, she weaves traditional roots with contemporary sounds and influences, embodying a fearless warrior-like spirit.

Sat 10 Oct20:30Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

Community

Around £25.00

Aoife Dunne: Good Grief

After selling out her entire 2025 tour — including Edinburgh Fringe, Galway International Arts Festival, and major Irish theatre dates — Aoife Dunne brings her acclaimed debut Good Grief ( - Chortle) on an extended 2026 run due to phenomenal demand.

Sat 7 Nov19:30Yarn Ballycastle(29.7mi)

via Yarn BallycastleLocal gem

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Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Port Eilein is in Argyll and Bute, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Port Eilein events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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