What's on in Raffin

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Raffin.

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Songwriters Circle

Are you a songwriter, or aspiring to be? An Lanntair’s songwriters’ circle is an opportunity for island songwriters to try out ideas on each other with no audience, no pressure and no expectations, just a group of kindred spirits who can offer encouragement and ideas. A chance to share unfinished songs, ask for feedback, and… More…

Wed 22 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Live Music

Rock School

Join a band boot camp where you’ll pick a couple of songs — covers or originals — and work on them with musician Scott C Park. You’ll learn rehearsal techniques, song-writing and arrangement tips, and how to tighten up and grow as a band.

Thu 23 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Around £1

Beginners hoops

Aerial gymnastics, strength and grace

Thu 23 Jul17:30Sporsnis(36.7mi)

via Sporsnis

Community

AVAILABLE

AVAILABLE at DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Thu 23 Jul18:00DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(42.1mi)

via DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY

Community

Around £5 / £4 with family membership

Drawing Adventure Walks

Explore nature on a drawing adventure in Lews Castle Grounds. Children will make drawings and rubbings, collect interesting finds, and document their adventure.

Fri 24 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Community Oil Buying Club Reminder - August 2026 Order

Be sure to place your orders by the 24 July 2026, to ensure you are included for the August 2026 order date.

Fri 24 JulLochluichart Community Hall(46.9mi)

via Lochluichart Community Hall

Community

AVAILABLE

One for the diary — AVAILABLE at DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Fri 24 Jul14:30DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(42.1mi)

via DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY

Likely freeLive Music

Forecourt Sessions – The Broken Ravens

Join us for an alfresco afternoon performance from The Broken Ravens. Whether you’re passing by, meeting friends, or looking for a soundtrack to your Saturday afternoon, come and enjoy some fantastic live music on our forecourt.

Sat 25 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Theatre

Around £65

Theatre Summer School

An Lanntair will run a week long creative course for young people to devise and perform a unique piece of theatre. Drama practitioners will lead workshops in performance skills, devising a new story, rehearsing the created piece and preparing the cast to perform to an audience.

Sat 25 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

AVAILABLE

DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY has got AVAILABLE pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sat 25 Jul13:30DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(42.1mi)

via DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY

Community

AVAILABLE

DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY is hosting and we're spreading the word. AVAILABLE — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Sat 25 Jul17:30DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY(42.1mi)

via DMV EVENTS GAMING PARTY

Community

E Tournament and Gaming Day

Get ready for an exciting day of gaming at An Lanntair! Developed and organised by the An Lanntair Youth Board in partnership with OH!CON, this fun-filled event celebrates gaming for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re a seasoned player, curious beginner or simply want to watch the action, there’s something for everyone. Retro Gaming Arcade… More…

Mon 27 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Around £5 / £4 with family membership

Summer Rhythm Club

Explore the rich and diverse world of rhythm across musical genres and cultures. This interactive class will take you on a journey through music from around the world, discovering how different communities use rhythm to express identity, tradition, and creativity. You’ll learn about the history, sound, and notation of a variety of rhythmic styles, building both understanding and practical skills.

Tue 28 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Toy Story 5

Toy Story 5 at An Lanntair. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Art Studio

Creative Summer art studio sessions for young people age 12 – 16 led by artist Kirsten Mcilroy. Each day will start with observational drawing which you will develop into expressive painting, printmaking and ceramic artworks. The Art Studio will be held in An Lanntair’s art room and outdoors in Stornoway (weather dependent).

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Around Varies

Disclosure Day

If you found out we weren’t alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to eight billion people. We are coming close to … Disclosure Day. Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(37mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Around £1

Beginners hoops

Aerial gymnastics, strength and grace

Thu 30 Jul17:30Sporsnis(36.7mi)

via Sporsnis

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More about Raffin

Sutherland, Scotland

Raffin is in Sutherland, 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 Raffin 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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