Festivals

Film festivals are a crucial step in the career of any actor or filmmaker, offering a platform to showcase their work and gain recognition, and this article explores the inner workings of this process

Get ready for a low-waste festival experience with our guide to creating a minimalist eco-friendly festival kit

Get ready to reduce your carbon footprint at UK festivals with our guide to low-carbon travel options

Get the inside scoop on festival survival, from navigating cashless systems to beating the heat

Discover the ultimate heatwave travel guide to help you stay safe and enjoy your vacation without letting the heat get in the way

East Dunbartonshire is partnering with sportscotland to bring a Summer of Sport to life, offering free activities and community support for children and young people.

Explore the lively Cheung Chau bun festival, from children carried on frames to the daring midnight bun scramble

Experience art and wellbeing together in a pop-up Sauna Theatre at Summerhall during the Fringe

Find out which emerging artists will appear on the BBC Introducing stage at TRNSMT 2026 and when you can catch them

find out how to buy tickets for Settle Victoria Hall, learn about headline performances from folk, classical and theatre, and read about The Scotsman’s 96-page festivals booklet published 12/02/2026