Upcoming Events in the Scottish Borders

Four days of competition within the prestigious grounds at Floors Castle

A captivating blend of song, dance and storytelling with live Scottish and South Asian music to conjure up the ancient landscapes of the Scottish Isles and the inhabitant’s deep connection with the rhythms of nature.

Jim Clark Rally, a unique closed road Motorsport event, will run across the weekend of 26-28 May 2023 based around Duns in the Scottish Borders.
Steeped in history, the Beatson’s Building Supplies Jim Clark Rally heralds the switch to asphalt for the 2023 British Rally Championship.

Based in the town of Duns in the Scottish Borders, the two-day event will provide a dynamic mix of Jim Clark Rally classics and new stages to test the best in the business.

A cultural highlight in the summer agenda of Scottish Borders' events, the Borders Book Festival is a firm favourite of audiences and authors alike - and this year celebrating its 20th edition. Book lovers from all around the country will be visiting this amazing event and tickets are very thought after.

The four-day festival of literature, entertainment, politics, sport, health and lifestyle – and much more besides – will see more than 100 events hosted in marquee-clad Harmony Garden in Melrose. Check out this year's programme and grab yourself a ticket.

The BVAC Classic Festival of Motoring is the premier classic car show in Scotland. This festival of motoring attracts over 1,000 classic and vintage cars of all models and styles, plus motorcycle and military vehicle displays. With the addition of live rally action this year, arena stunt shows, pipe band displays and a children’s play area, combined with plenty of retail, food and drink exhibitors - this is an event for everybody.

Common Ridings date back to the 13th and 14th centuries when 11 Scottish bordering towns were forced to ride in groups along the boundaries to protect themselves from English invaders. Though in the long run, the Englishmen and Scotsmen managed to find peace and establish friendly relationships, the centuries-old tradition has been preserved as an integral part of local culture. So Common Ridings like Hawick Common Riding or Selkirk Common Riding still take place during the civic weeks between early June and early August.