August 2026 Calendar - Events for SW Scotland
Activities in & around Dalbeattie, Colvend, Dumfries
August time in Barend and surrounding areas.
Enjoy time at Barend. There are lots of activities for all the family to enjoy locally.
Fancy a wood-fired pizza?
The highly popular Pizza Wagon visits Dalbeattie every Thursday and Colvend every Friday. So if you don't want to cook at home, check the Pizza Wagon's Facebook page here for up-to-date information and put your order in two days ahead.
Dalbeattie Woods
Find all the information you need about walks and activities in Dalbeattie Woods and nearby venues on Scotland's Forestry and Land website. Parking requires the Ringo app for its £1 fee. If you're a pole walker, there's a pole walk round the woods every Wednesday at 6pm. Call 07773 670552 for more information.
The Birchvale Theatre, Dalbeattie
The Birchvale is a small community theatre with a varied programme of drama, film and entertainment. So, if a night out at the theatre or cinema tickles your fancy, you can find more information here.
Dalbeattie Makers Market
Takes place between 10am and 2pm on the first Saturday of every month. More information here.
Colvend Produce & Makers market on the fourth Saturday of every month.
Colvend Produce and Makers Market
Held on the fourth Saturday of every month, this market is held between 10am and 2pm. Check it out on Facebook.
The Robert Burns Cinema Film Theatre Dumfries
This unique small cinema in Dumfries offers an eclectic choice of films and link-ups to Royal Ballet and Royal Opera House events, amongst others. See what's on here.
Music events at The Cairndale Hotel in Dumfries
Tribute bands throughout the month at Dumfries' top hotel which has a varied programme of musical events this December and every month. An up-to-date timetable can be viewed here. www.cairndalehotel.co.uk
Escape Room at Bainloch Deer Park www.bainlochdeerpark.co.uk
The escape room is an ideal indoor activity to do as a couple, a groups of friends or family team (up to 6 players)
There is some more information on the website. To book in call 07900 278559 or 07768 900641
Sat 1 - Mon 3 August @ 5:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Art & Crafts Trail
Kirkcudbright Town, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
100 venues throughout Kirkcudbright Now in its 24th year, the Kirkcudbright Art & Crafts Trail is an award winning celebration.
Sat 1 August @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
Kippford Village Hall, Kippford
Kippford Painters amazing annual art exhibition is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. On this special occasion, we are pleased to announce that it will be opened by Ewan McClure.
Sat 1 August @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Burns Summer Celebration at Ellisland
Robert Burns Ellisland Farm & Museum, Newington Cottages, Holywood, Dumfries and Galloway
Special Burns Summer Celebration at Ellisland Museum & Farm, as we mark the 230th anniversary of the death of Robert Burns. Event.
Sat 1 August @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Kippford RNLI – Lifeboat Open Day
Kippford RNLI, Kippford, Dumfries and Galloway
Come along to our annual open day at Kippford Lifeboat Station on Saturday 1st August. See our lifeboat and meet the crew, enjoy a tea or coffee & much more.
Sat 1 August @ 7:00 pm - Sat 8 August @ 10:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Golf Club, Stirling Crescent, Kirkcudbright
RNLI Kirkcudbright are hosting a music and charcuterie evening at Kirkcudbright Golf Club. Music from the Solway Bouys and The Relatives Bring your own bottle Tickets available from Lily Knowles.
Sun 2 August @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dumfries farmers market
Dumfries Railway Station, Station Road, Dumfries
A collection of artisan food and drink producers in one place on the first Sunday of every month
Sun 2 August @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Head Gardener Tours at Drumlanrig Castle
Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate, Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway
Join Robbie Black, Head Gardener at Drumlanrig Castle, as he takes you on a fascinating tour of the different areas of the Castle Gardens.
Tue 4 August @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Information Centre, Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
Learn about the history and development of the town
Thu 6 August @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
Held in the Harbour Square, a natural arena in the middle of town, the night features a mixture of traditional Scottish Pipe music from our award winning Kirkcudbright and District.
Fri 7 August @ 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Bat Night (talk and walk) at Mersehead
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick, Dumfries and Galloway
BOOKING ESSENTIAL (limited spaces) Bats are often misunderstood and less well known as birds are. Yet, they are pretty awesome and useful creatures. Join us for an evening of discovery.
Sat 8 August @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dumfries Model Car Club Open Day
Dumfries Model Car Club, Mabie Meadows, DG28EZ
Well folks!!!! This is exciting!!! We know you've seen us, driven past us, probably wondered to yourself...what are these.
Sat 8 August @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Scottish Night with John Caskie and Willie McRobert
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Join us for a fantastic evening filled with flavour, music, and true Scottish spirit! Enjoy a delicious four-course dinner before the celebrations begin, as the ever-popular John and Willie.
Sun 9 August @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
Our popular monthly car boot sales are the perfect place to explore and pick up a bargain or make some money from your unneeded items. No need to book.
Sun 9 August @ 2:00 pm
Dalbeattie Riding of the Marches Main Ride
Dalbeattie Riding of the Marches main ride. Follow our principals & horse procession through the streets of Dalbeattie. Spectators welcome, photographers welcome. (All dogs must be kept on leads)
Sun 9 August @ 4:00 pm
NT Live – The Playboy of the Western World
Catstrand, High St, New Galloway, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway
THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD by John Millinton SyngeDirected by Caitríona McLaughlin Run Time : 150 minutes Age Rating : 12ACaptioned Screening At the edge of the earth, you could be.
Mon 10 August @ 1:00 pm
Catstrand, High St, New Galloway, Dumfries and Galloway
Creative quilling with Sue Lindsay. Booking essential. CatStrand Young Creatives FREE with donations welcome.
Tue 11 August @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Walk: The Height of summer
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Join a member of the team on this exciting walk around Scotland’s most exotic Garden. Members free. Non-members £3
Tue 11 August @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dumfries Museum, Rotchell Road, Dumfries
The dark days of the witch trials left a powerful mark on the town of Dumfries… At the height of the persecutions, at least 78 people were accused of witchcraft.
Fri 14 August @ 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Bat Night (talk and walk) at Mersehead
RSPB Mersehead Southwick, Dumfries and Galloway
BOOKING ESSENTIAL (limited spaces) Bats are often misunderstood and less well known as birds are. Yet, they are pretty awesome and useful creatures. Join us for an evening of discovery
Sat 15 August @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
‘Books Open Day’ – Celebrating the 270th Anniversary of the Miners’ Library, Wanlockhead.
Museum of Lead Mining, Goldscaur Row, Wanlockhead
The Museum of Lead Mining is celebrating the 270th anniversary of the Wanlockhead Miners' Subscription Library. Come and see new displays and book special events through the website. Events include.
Sat 15 August @ 1:00 pm
The Crichton, Bankend Road, Dumfries
Ultimate Tributes Festival brings together iconic music, festival energy and unforgettable live performances for one incredible day of entertainment. The Main Stage will feature some of the UK’s leading tribute.
Sat 15 August @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Scotty D – Soul & Motown night
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Back by popular demand, Scotty D performs back here at the hotel. Scotty D’s journey began at just 12 years old, playing guitar and vocals in his family gospel group.
Sun 16 August @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Castle Douglas Producers Market
Market Hill, Castle Douglas Market Street, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Castle Douglas Producers Market. Plenty of choice of food stalls, artists and makers.
Tue 18 August @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Curator Led Collections Tour at Ellisland Museum & Farm
Robert Burns Ellisland Farm & Museum, Newington Cottages, Holywood, Dumfries and Galloway
Join Ellisland Museum Curator Adam Dickson for a special behind-the-scenes tour of Ellisland as you discover the treasures contained within its remarkable collection, including an exclusive encounter with the Burns
Fri 21 August @ 7:00 pm
Illyria presents The Three Musketeers
Crichton Memorial Church Lawn, The Crichton, Dumfries
All for One – and One for All! Alexandre Dumas wrote five Musketeers novels, the first appearing in 1844. They have enjoyed enormous popularity worldwide and are not just textbook
Sat 22 August @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Colvend Produce & Makers Market
Colvend Public Hall, Colvend, Dumfries and Galloway
The Colvend Produce and Makers market is a small friendly market but still big enough to show off some of the best in local food and crafts.
Sat 22 August @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Town Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
A fantastic, fun free day out for all the family, the grand parade has a fantastic range of entertainment, so whether you fancy getting involved and entering, or watching.
Sat 22 August @ 7:30 pm
Theatre Royal Dumfries, Shakespeare Street, Dumfries
MacFloyd (Scotland's Pink Floyd) bring their new show "Between The Heavens" to the Theatre Royal for 2026. It promises to be an unforgettable journey through the timeless music of Pink Floyd.
Tue 25 August @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Walk: Never ending summer
Logan Botanic Garden Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Discover the spectacular delights of never-ending summer in this informative tour. Members free. Non-members £3
Thu 27 August @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Outdoor History & Heritage Tour at Drumlanrig Castle
Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate, Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway
Join Castle Guide and Volunteer Gardener, Jill, for a guided tour of the Castle Gardens. The tours will delve into the history of the Gardens, their significance in relation to.
Sat 29 August @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
St Cuthbert Street, Kirkcudbright Saint Cuthbert Street, Kirkcudbright.
The world comes to Kirkcudbright each August when the town puts on its most spectacular of shows. With a stunning explosion of creative performances, the assembled local pipe bands, country.
Sat 29 August @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Scottish Night with John Caskie and Willie McRobert
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Join us for a fantastic evening filled with flavour, music, and true Scottish spirit! Enjoy a delicious four-course dinner before the celebrations begin, as the ever-popular John and Willie
Sun 30 August @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Classic Car Rally
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
One of the most popular events in the Kirkcudbright calendar, the Classic Car Rally is a spectacle to behold. The town centre is filled with hundreds of classic cars of.
Sun 30 August @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Farmers & Producers Market
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
Kirkcudbright Farmers and Producers Market is held in Kirkcudbright town centre every 4th Sunday of the month from 11am - 3pm. Our wonderful Market has a wide range of fantastic.
Don't forget to book your stay at Galloway Lodges in Dumfries and Galloway to enjoy south-west Scotland.