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SUMMARY:Nairn Book and Arts Fesitval
DESCRIPTION:Staged in the historic seaside town of Nairn on the beautiful Moray Firth\, each year the festival presents a unique and innovative programme of events. \nOur annual programme offers talks and readings by high-profile authors\, inspirational speakers\, new and established writers\, and Gaelic language events. \nThe festival also includes live music\, drama and dance performances\, film and visual arts exhibitions\, creative workshops for people of all ages and ability\, and opportunities for children and young adults to showcase their own creativity.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/nairn-book-and-arts-fesitval/
LOCATION:Nairn Book & Arts Festival\, Easter Tomloan\, Littlemill\, Nairnshire\, IV12 5UU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Culture festivals,Literary festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T153000
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UID:6968-1788269400-1788276600@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Scottish Book Festivals Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural meeting of the Scottish Book Festivals Network\, re-convened as a subgroup of LAS as part of the UK’s National Year of Reading 2026\, will be held online. \nIf you run or work for a Book or Literature Festival of any type in Scotland and are interested in joining the SBFN\, please get in touch.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/scottish-book-festivals-network-meeting/
CATEGORIES:LAS event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260610T103206Z
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UID:6429-1788393600-1788739199@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Balfron Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to a celebration of books and storytelling in our  beautiful Stirlingshire village. From author events and creative writing workshops\, to family storytelling sessions\, we’re excited to bring you a fun-filled programme for readers of all ages.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/balfron-book-festival/
LOCATION:McLintock Hall\, Dunmore St\, Balfron\, Glasgow\, G63 0TX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literary festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260610T104244Z
CREATED:20260610T104244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T104244Z
UID:6437-1788825600-1789343999@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:St Duthac Book and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:In 2019 an idea by two former teachers for a book festival took root. They formed the St Duthac Book & Arts Festival group with the aim to further promote literature\, heritage and the arts in their community. \nFollowing meetings\, programme development\, market stalls and fundraising the first St Duthac Book & Arts Festival\, based in Tain on the Easter Ross Peninsula\, became a reality when we launched the first Book and Arts Festival on the Easter Ross Peninsula in 2021 .  \nThe committee\, who are all volunteers with a passion for the arts\, each come with individual skills that make the festival such a welcoming event.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/st-duthac-book-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:St Duthac Collegiate Church\, Castle Brae\, Tain\, Ross-shire\, IV19 1AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literary festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T102818Z
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UID:6970-1788874200-1788879600@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:LAS Members Meeting: Impact
DESCRIPTION:Our September Members meeting will be held online. \nThe meeting will include updates from Literature Alliance Scotland\, and a duo of presentations with focus on the theme ‘Impact’. We welcome Dr Harriet MacMillan\, Director of Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature\, to share insights from their recent Impact Study\, and Kirsten MacQuarrie\, Sector Development Manager at the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS)\, to discuss her work on Feminist Librarianship. \nWe look forward to welcoming members.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/las-members-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:LAS event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260610T103713Z
CREATED:20260610T103713Z
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UID:6433-1789084800-1789257599@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:My Kind of Book: Accessible Book & Story Festival
DESCRIPTION:We believe that everyone can enjoy a good story! The Accessible Book & Story Festival is unique in its focus on books and stories for children with additional needs. Join us for a magical mix of inclusive family story sessions\, practical skills-building workshops\, sensory storytelling and an inspiring exploration of accessible books. For families\, teachers\, librarians\, publishers\, authors and others.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/my-kind-of-book-accessible-book-story-festival/
LOCATION:Scottish Storytelling Centre\, 43-45 High Street\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's events,Literary festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260610T104715Z
CREATED:20260610T104715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T104715Z
UID:6441-1789689600-1789948799@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bloody Scotland
DESCRIPTION:Bloody Scotland established itself as the leading Scottish International Crime Writing Festival in 2012 with acclaimed writers Lin Anderson and Alex Gray at the helm\, then joined by Craig Robertson and Gordon Brown. Based in Stirling\, Bloody Scotland has brought hundreds of crime writers new and established to the stage with always enthusiastic attendees who make the festival every bit as much as the writers do.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/bloody-scotland/
LOCATION:The Albert Halls\, Dumbarton Rd\, Stirling\, FK8 2QL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literary festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260610T105036Z
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UID:6445-1790208000-1790553599@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Tidelines Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:Tidelines Book Festival is a community-run charitable trust bringing world-class literary events to Ayrshire at affordable prices. Our mission is to celebrate the joy of literature and inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved. We’re passionate about creating inclusive\, welcoming experiences that spark curiosity and make the written word feel exciting\, engaging and open to everyone – especially those who may be discovering it for the first time!
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/tidelines-book-festival/
LOCATION:Harbour Arts Centre\, 116 Harbour Street\, Irvine\, KA12 8PZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literary festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260610T105412Z
CREATED:20260610T105412Z
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UID:6449-1790208000-1791158399@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Findhorn Bay Festival
DESCRIPTION:Findhorn Bay Festival is an award-winning Festival of arts and culture set amongst the rural and coastal communities surrounding the Bay of Findhorn and Beyond. \nThe festival brings together a vibrant programme of live performance\, theatre\, music\, visual art\, film and outdoor events in unexpected and scenic locations. Audiences can experience work by local\, national and international artists alongside community-led activity\, creating a dynamic and welcoming cultural offer. With a mix of ticketed and free events\, the festival invites people of all ages to explore\, discover and take part in creative experiences across the region. \nThe Festival is part of a long-standing commitment to place-based and participatory arts in Moray.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/findhorn-bay-festival/
LOCATION:Universal Hall\, The Park\, Findhorn\, Forres\, IV36 3TZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literary festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260610T132509Z
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UID:6454-1790294400-1791158399@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wigtown Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:A ten-day literary celebration in Scotland’s National Book Town. \nTheir flagship event\, Wigtown Book Festival welcomes international audiences and a prestigious cast of authors each year. \nFounded in 1999\, the 10-day festival is now one of the UK’s best-loved literary events with over 200 events\, including music\, theatre\, food and visual arts.
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/wigtown-book-festival/
LOCATION:Wigtown Festival Company\, 26 South Main Street\, Wigtown\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG8 9EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Literary festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T094053Z
CREATED:20260610T094039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T094053Z
UID:6379-1790409600-1790532000@literaturealliancescotland.co.uk
SUMMARY:Epic Comic Con
DESCRIPTION:EPIC Comic Con returns to Glasgow’s Scottish Events Campus for a fan-filled weekend this September! Meet very special guests from the worlds of film\, gaming\, tv\, wrestling and comics. \nIf you love movies\, gaming\, comics\, books\, sci-fi\, anime\, tv\, manga or cosplay – it’s gonna be an EPIC Comic Con Glasgow! For the Fans!
URL:https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/event/epic-comic-con/
LOCATION:Scottish Event Campus\, Exhibition Way\, Glasgow\, G3 8YW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comic Con
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