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Events
As well as being a popular walking and skiing destination, Aviemore also plays host to a wide variety of events and festivals, popular with visitors and locals alike. Sample the true taste of Scotland at the annual Whisky Festival or watch the famous caber toss at the Highland Games. If you're feeling fit join in the Aviemore Half Marathon or take part in the Walking Festival.
Aviemore and the Cairngorms Walking and Mountain Festival
Take part in one of eight daily guided walks, ranging from gentle treks through the glens to tough climbs to the area's highest peaks.
Distance from the hotel:- Walks take place in various locations around the hotel
Dates:- 10.07.08-17.07.08
Further information:- www.aviemorewalking.comHighland Half Marathon
Half marathon through scenic Highland road and forest tracks, finishing at the Macdonald Aviemore Highland Resort. If you don't feel up to the marathon, join the Macdonald Mile Fun Run instead - ideal for runners of all ages and abilities.
Dates:- 18.10.08 - 19.10.08
Further information:- www.aviemorehalfmarathon.orgWhisky Festival
A festival celebrating Scotland's national drink, featuring tastings, bus tours, dinners and the famous Dregs Party.
Distance from the hotel:-Events take place in various locations around the hotel
Dates:-26.09.08-29.09.08
Further information:- www.spiritofspeyside.comCarrbridge Wood Carving
Watch chainsaw carvers from around the world compete for the Claymore trophy and enjoy live music, family activities and excellent food and drink.
Distance from the hotel:- 7.2 miles (approx. 14 mins)
Dates:- 30.08.08
Further information:- www.carvecarrbridge.com Tel: 01479 841608Carrbridge Porridge Weekend
Witness the annual World Porridge Making Championships, enjoy live music and shop at the Cairngorms Farmers Market.
Distance from the hotel:- 7.2 miles (approx. 14 mins)
Dates-12.10.08
Further information:- www.carrbridge.comGrantown Motor Mania
Popular annual festival that brings together vintage cars and vehicles of all types in the town's beautiful Georgian square.
Distance from the hotel:- 14.7 miles (approx. 23 mins)
Dates:-07.09.09
Further information:- www.grantownonspey.com Tel:01479 872309Grantown Show
Livestock show for local farmers which also features a live pipe band, children and pet parades plus Highland dancing.
Distance from the hotel:-14.7 miles (approx. 23 mins)
Dates:-14.08.08
Further information:- www.grantownshow.com Tel: 01343 551113Highland Games
Traditional Highland Games featuring events like tug o' war, cycling, Highland dancing, solo piping and the caber toss.
Distance from the hotel:- 14.7 miles (approx. 23 mins)
Dates:- 24.08.08
Further information:- www.grantownonspey.com Tel: 01479 873237Black Isle Show
Livestock show with trade stands, a food fair, exhibitions, live sheep shearing, fairground and a craft fair.
Distance from the hotel:- 40.4 miles (approx. 50 mins)
Dates:- 06.08.08-07.08.08
Further information:- www.blackisleshow.infoBraemar Gathering
Celebration of traditional Scottish culture with Highland Games, pipers and dancers and children's events. A very special Highland Games attended by Her Majesty the Queen
Distance from the hotel:-59.4 miles (approx. 1hr 32 mins)
Dates:-06.08.08
Further information:- www.braemargathering.orgOutsider Festival
Environmentally and family friendly music festival with onsite camping facilities and sporting activities.
Distance from the hotel:-1.6 miles (approx. 4 mins)
Dates:- June 2009
Further information:- www.outsiderfestival.co.ukHighland Homecoming
Homecoming 2009 celebrates the 250th anniversary of Robert Burns's birth with a year-long series of events, taking place all over Scotland.
Distance from the hotel:-Events take place all over Scotland
Dates: Takes place throughout the evening
Further information: www.homecomingscotland2009.comBLAS Festival
A celebration of Highland culture through language and music, with events taking place all over Scotland.
Distance from the hotel:- Events take place in various locations in the surrounding area.
Dates:- 05.09.08-13.09.08
Further information:- www.blas-festival.com
