
THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING IN THE SCOTTISH BORDERS
Upcoming Events in the Scottish Borders
The Scottish Borders play host to events all year round - there's always something to do not far from here. We have created a list of events around the Scottish Borders we think you might enjoy.
Trade Fair and much more
Borders Union Show, July 25- 26th, Kelso
The Border Union Show is the highlight of the event and agricultural calendar for the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. The Annual Show is held on the last Friday and Saturday of July in the Borders Events Centre on the outskirts of Kelso.
The show is a traditional farming show with over 500 open competitions for horses, livestock and industrial arts. There are over 175 trade stands for everything you could imagine from tractors and farm supplies to clothing and food outlets. The fantastic Food Fair welcomes producers from throughout Scotland and far beyond whilst the Craft & Gift Marquee is a treasure trove of unique and special gifts.
International Festival
Edinburgh International Festival & Fringe Festival, August 1th - 25th, 2025
Welcome back for another spectacle in 2025, the Edinburgh Festivals are set to bring a wave of colour and soaring excitement to the city. The Edinburgh International Festival presents an unparalleled celebration of music, theatre, opera and dance across the city. It is renowned world-wide and sees thousands of tourists and locals alike come together to enjoy a month of art shows and performances across Scotland's capital.
Edinburgh Fringe:
This year, the world's greatest platform for creative freedom will excite and woe you again with outstanding performances throughout the month of August.
An event not to be missed
https://www.edfringe.com
Open Air Concert
Roxburgh Rocks 2025 - August 3rd, 2023, Floors Castle, Kelso
Roxburghe Rocks!
Floors Castle will play host to three world class tribute acts, supported by local sensation The Balancing Ducks. Experience iconic glam rock anthems with The Bowie Experience, upbeat soul and disco classics with Capitol Motown & Soul Band, and sing-a-long disco hits with 21st Century Abba!
Open Air Concert
Faithless at Floors Castle 21st August 2025
With their first live shows in 8 years, and the bands ONLY SCOTTISH SHOW of the Summer!
In 2015 the festival-headlining dance phenomenon released Faithless 2.0, a greatest hits-slash-remix album featuring contributions from the likes of Avicii, Tiësto, Armin van Buuren and Claptone. With a new album on the way, don’t miss it! – set in the stunning surrounds of the magnificent Floors Castle in Kelso.
Open Air Concert
Beluga Lagoon, 22nd of August 2025, Floors Castle
Join Beluga Lagoon for their biggest headline show so far! Bringing a blend of Celtic, folk and rock to the stage at the magnificent Floors Castle.
O’Donnell, a wildlife cinematographer and singer-songwriter whose blend of Celtic, folk and rock, tries to encapsulate the rugged Scottish landscape. His songs evoke feelings and memories of wandering through glens, sitting by rivers, or being out at sea. This unique ability to express the essence of Scotland’s natural wonders through music has gained Beluga Lagoon a dedicated following and has earned them a reputation as one of the most original and compelling acts in the Scottish music scene.
Open Air Festival
Edge Festival, 30th -31st, Lilliardsedge
The Scottish Borders biggest music festival!
Join us on August 30th 2025 & August 31st 2025 for a great weekend of music
Lilliardsedge Park, Jedburgh, TD8 6TZ
A fabulous Line Up for 2025 including:
Olly Muur, Travis, Sister Sledge, Example, Skipinnish, Nathan Carter, Generation GBX, Vengaboys, Newton Faulkner, Bay City Rollers, Cammy Barnes, Lucy Tay, Cody Feechan and Western End.

