What's on Oban, Lorn & the Isles
From events and festivals to local gatheringsOban, Lorn & the Isles has hundreds of things to see, do and explore. From pristine beaches and historic castles, to atmospheric woodland walks and adrenaline-pumping watersports, there's plenty for everyone to get involved in and enjoy.
Oban celebrates all things sailing with a busy season of events such as famous West Highland Yachting Week.
Pick and choose what takes your fancy whether you are here on holiday, a short break or travelling around Scotland. That’s the best part - it's all within easy reach so there’s no excuse for you not to enjoy Scotland’s adventure coast.
These suggestions are not just for visitors - if you're lucky enough to call this region home, then these ideas are for you too!
What's on
Argyll Hope Spot Retrospective Exhibition
Every day between 01 Apr 2025 and 21 Apr 2025A retrospective of artwork resulting from four years of snorkelling artists residencies in Argyll goes on show in the heart of Oban.
The Argyll Hope Spot is...
Alan Bissett: The Moira Trilogy
04 Apr 2025The Moira Trilogy
Written and performed by Alan Bissett
Since 2009, Alan Bissett’s ‘one-woman show’ The Moira Monologues, about Moira Bell – single mother,...
Bounce Bingo with Zander Nation
05 Apr 2025Celebrate 5 years of Zander Nation Bounce Bingo. Join us for dancing, dabbing and dance offs. Win some top prizes a the ultimate party night in Oban.
Derek Ryan
06 Apr 2025Irish country sensation Derek Ryan’s road to stardom is set to continue with his biggest concert tour yet. Following on from the phenomenal success of his re...
Scottish Ceilidh Experience
7 dates between 07 Apr 2025 and 28 Apr 2025Enjoy the captivating world of traditional Scottish culture at a lively ceilidh in the scenic town of Oban. This energetic 2 hour event showcases the rhythms...
Easter Eggsplorer Trails
Every day between 18 Apr 2025 and 21 Apr 2025Join in our Easter eggsploration through some of our most iconic castles, abbeys, forts and palaces.
Can you find all the clues to complete the challenge?...
Mhairi Black: Politics Isn’t For Me
19 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025Former MP Mhairi Black embraces her trademark dark sense of humour to reflect on her time in Westminster, providing a first-hand, ruthlessly honest look at 2...
Through The Shortbread Tin
24 Apr 2025The story of the greatest literary hoax of all time.
1760 – Scottish poet James Macpherson sets the world ablaze with stories of the third-century Scottish...
Spring Tide Foraging
27 Apr 2025Taking advantage of the low spring tide, discover the secrets of the intertidal zone. This will be a wonderful introduction to foraging for seaweeds, coastal...
How to add your event
Love Oban has partnered with The List to help promote 'What's on' in Oban, Lorn & the Isles.
To add your events, please submit them using the form at datathistle.com/love-oban
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