September 2025 Calendar - Events for SW Scotland
Activities in & around Dalbeattie, Colvend, Dumfries
September 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
Alpaca Trekking & Valais Sheep Trekking - Drumburn Farm, Colvend, DG5 4PY
Open April-October. Bookings only. 10-11.30am & 12-1.30pm
twead@hotmail.co.uk https://www.drumburnvalais.co.uk/
September 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:30pm
Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop, Gretna Green.
Get ready for a summer full of fun with the Hairy Haggis Hunt at Gretna Green! These cheeky tartan creatures have gone on the run, and we need your help to track them down. Pick up your FREE trail map from any of our shops and follow the clues to find all the hiding Hairy Haggis.
September Everyday of the month @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
See this fabulous exhibition of paintings by Claire Parker and Patti Leino. These amazing two artists are inspired by forests and ferns yet represent their subjects of choice in very different ways. This exhibition captures the underworlds of fragile but resilient places
September Everyday of the month @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibition: Roger Lever Images on Oak
Logan Botanic Garden Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
After a fabulous reception in 2024 this exhibition is back with new images on oak. Roger's unique work merges his stunning photographic images onto recycled whisky barrel staves.
September 4 @ 7:00 pm
The Joys Of Climbing In Dumfries & Galloway
Dark Art Distillery, Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
This year sees the publication of the first ever guide exclusively devoted to the rock and ice climbing in Dumfries and Galloway by the Scottish Mountaineering Club. Andrew Fraser, one of the co-authors, with over 50 years of experience of climbing in the area takes us into the wilder parts of the region.
September 4 @ 8:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Parish Church, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright
The Jake Leg Jug Band put their own twist on the authentic mystique of 1920s and 1930s American Jazz, Blues, Gospel and Ragtime. A class act live, with four acclaimed artists.
September 5 @ 11:00 am
Wild Food, Whisky And A Passion For Spice
Millar's Wine Bar, 9 - 11 Castle Street, Kirkcudbright
Step into the wild world of award-winning writer and broadcaster Ghillie Başan as she shares rich stories of her remote Highland life, pairing wild food and spices with whisky etc.
September 5 @ 11:00 am
Kirkcudbright Scout Hall, Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
We are delighted to bring to the Fringe our very own REAL ALE FESTIVAL In conjunction with Sandy from Beer Haul we are delighted to bring our very own real ale.
September 6 @ 10:00 am
Home Is Where The Heart Is? The Story Of Modern Housing In Scotland
Kirkcudbright Galleries, 3B St Mary St, Kirkcudbright
During the 20th century, Scotland witnessed an unprecedented revolution in housing, with the dramatic rise and fall of the ‘council sector’ framed by private-market domination on either side. Today, Scotland’s public housing revolution is now fading into history, with its built legacy increasingly privatised, demolished or otherwise slipping from view.
September 6 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Introduction to Gelli Printing with Julie Stephen
Shambellie House New Abbey
Gelli Printing is a fun and exciting introduction to printmaking. Artist tutor Julie Stephen will share her extensive Gelli Printing knowledge with you throughout the workshop. £45
September 6 @ 10:30 am
Theatre Royal Dumfries Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland’s oldest working theatre, the Theatre Royal Dumfries, opened in 1792. It has a long and rich history, undergoing several changes in its design and purpose, including a roller rink.
September 6 @ 11:00 am
Kirkcudbright Scout Hall, Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
We are delighted to bring to the Fringe our very own REAL ALE FESTIVAL In conjunction with Sandy from Beer Haul we are delighted to bring our very own real ale festival to the Fringe. Featuring some local ales and quite a few from further afield the Bar will be open for tasting and sampling.
September 6 @ 12:00 pm
Live In Harbour Square Saturday – Free Event – Sponsored By Castle Maclellan
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright Kirkcudbright.
LIVE MUSIC FREE TO WATCH & LISTEN TO IN HARBOUR SQUARE. SATURDAY 6th SEPTEMBER 12noon - WAVES BLUES BAND 1pm - JOSH WHITE 2pm - KURLEW 3pm - Benjamin watts […]
September 6 @ 1:00 pm
Queens, Palaces And Mary, Queen Of Scots
Kirkcudbright Parish Church, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright
The stories and mystery of royalty litter the history of Scotland, Britain and the Union. Historian Kate Williams, one of the foremost experts on royal history, author of several bestselling books.
September 6 @ 1:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Horticultural Show
Kirkcudbright Parish Hall, Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright.
The celebrated and much loved annual show of flowers, plants and vegetables is back and part of the Fringe. Kirkcudbright Parish Hall, £2 Pay on the door.
September 6 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Kirkyard, Kirkcudbright.
Explore Kirkcudbright's historic kirkyard with guides from Kirkcudbright History Society. In a beautiful setting above the town, and the site of the original kirk which gave the town its name. Free
September 6 @ 6:00 pm
Bladnoch Whisky Tasting With James Logan
Station House Cookery School, Saint Mary Street, KIrkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
James Logan, one of Bladnoch Whisky’s most experienced guides and tasters, showcases the excitement of Bladnoch Whisky in an hour-long tasting masterclass combined with the story of Bladnoch Distillery.
September 6 @ 6:00 pm
Queen – Heaven: Full Dome Experience
Dark Space Planetarium Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
Prepare to be transported on an extraordinary journey, where the magic of Queen’s music meets the wonders of the universe!
September 6 @ 7:30 pm
10ccLO: The Greatest Hits of 10cc and ELO
Theatre Royal Dumfries Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Remember these timeless classics? Dreadlock Holiday, Mr Blue Sky, I’m Mandy Fly Me, Evil Woman, The Things We Do for Love, Wild West Hero, Life is a Minestrone, Living Thing etc.
September 6 @ 8:00 pm
Cochran Hall, Castledykes Road, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
This year’s Fringe Saturday evening headliner is 1980s Scottish rock and pop sensation Hue and Cry led by brothers Pat and Greg Kane.
September 6 @ 11:00 pm
Late Night At The Fringe – Saturday
The Masonic Arms, 19 Castle Street, Kirkcudbright
Welcome back to our Fringe Club at the Masonic for a late-night, informal session of music, performance and chat. You never know who you might meet or have a drink with.
September 7 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Autumn Plant Fair
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
A glorious display of garden plants from local nurseries. It is a great opportunity to get to know your local plantsmen and women while providing fresh ideas and plants. Free
September 7 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dumfries Farmers Market Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
The Market is held the first Sunday of every month from 10.30am to 2.30pm under the Victorian Pavilion on the platform at Dumfries Railway Station. Free
September 7 @ 11:00 am
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
A guided tour of the historic centre of the medieval port and burgh which was granted a royal charter in 1455. The route is a walk-through time.
September 7 @ 11:00 am
Kirkcudbright Scout Hall, Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright.
We are delighted to bring to the Fringe our very own REAL ALE FESTIVAL In conjunction with Sandy from Beer Haul we are delighted to bring our very own real.
September 7 @ 12:00 pm
Live In Harbour Square Sunday – Free Event – Sponsored By Castle Maclellan
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
LIVE MUSIC FREE TO WATCH & LISTEN TO IN HARBOUR SQUARE. SUNDAY 7th SEPTEMBER 12noon - TRAA DY LIOOAR 1pm - SONDER 2pm - WAY UP 3pm.
September 7 @ 2:30 pm
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright
A guided tour of the historic centre of the medieval port and burgh which was granted a royal charter in 1455.
September 7 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Kirkyard Kirkcudbright
Explore Kirkcudbright's historic kirkyard with guides from Kirkcudbright History Society. In a beautiful setting above the town, and the site of the original kirk which gave the town its name. Free
September 7 @ 8:00 pm
Mostly Ghostly Tour Of Kirkcudbright
The Tolbooth, High Street, Kirkcudbright
The acclaimed Mostly Ghostly company offer an atmospheric and chilling new ghost tour into the shadows and dark of the town. Immerse yourself in hidden histories.
September 9, 23 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Walk: Splendid seasonal colour
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Enjoy a splendid seasonal walk around Logan Botanic Garden as we move into September. Members free. Non-members £3.
September 12 @ 7:30 pm
Celebrating the Glenkens with Poetry, Music, Song and Stories
Catstrand, High Street, New Galloway, Dumfries and Galloway
To celebrate the new three year Cultural Glenkens Project enjoy an evening of words, poems, stories, music and songs. Join us to launch Cultural Glenkens along with local poets & musicians.
September 19 - 30 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Shambellie House New Abbey
Shambellie House’s 5th Annual Quilt Festival, featuring an exhibition, competition, raffle, demonstrations and more. 19th September - 5th October. This year’s exhibition theme is ‘Geometrics’. £5
September 20, 21 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Gartshore Park, Opposite the Swimming Pool, Kirkcudbright The Stell, Kirkcudbright
Come and join us at the Solway Pitches opposite the Swimming Pool for spectacular giant kite displays, make a kite and try flying. Free
September 20 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Dumfries House Cumnock, Scotland, United Kingdom
Dumfries and Galloway westie walks are meeting for their third annual walk at Dumfries house. This will be a walk round the gardens and grounds.
September 20 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Cairndale Hotel & Spa English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Back by popular demand, John Scott takes you through the decades as he performs a variety of songs! John is a local artiste. £42.50
September 25 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s in the Night Sky in the Month Ahead
Dark Space Planetarium Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
Have you ever wondered what that bright star is, or would you like to know which planets and other celestial objects can be seen in the sky? £4 – £8
Don't forget to book your stay at Galloway Lodges in Dumfries and Galloway to enjoy south-west Scotland.