Events within Perth and Kinross can now be viewed on the Perth City and Towns website (opens new window). Our city and towns host a wide variety of events across the year so make sure you check out our things to do and places to stay pages to help plan your visit. Whether you live, work or are just visiting, the Perth City and Towns website can help you explore our area.
If you are an event organiser and would like your event(s) to be added to the Perth City and Towns calendar, all you have to do is create a Facebook event with all the details and invite the Perth City and Towns Facebook page to be a co-host.
View the Perth and Kinross events calendar
Throughout the year, we host a variety of exciting events. For details on specific event arrangements, please browse below.
European Pipe Band Championships - 9 August 2025
After making its debut in Perth in 2024, the European Pipe Band Championships return this August.
One of the biggest piping competitions in the world, over 100 pipe bands will take part in the competition. Mark your diaries now and buy your tickets now through Perthshire Box Office (opens new window).
City of Perth Salute - 10 August 2025
Our popular free parade and performances by military and civilian bands from across Scotland is back for 2025.
On Sunday 10 August 2025 join the dazzling parade through the city streets towards the North Inch performance arena. Look out for more details coming soon.
Perth Christmas Lights Switch-On - 22 November 2025
Christmas starts in Perth with the must-see Christmas Lights Switch-On. Local and national music acts and other performers take to the stage and streets of Perth city centre to make them sparkle as we enter the Christmas shopping and party season. Look out for more details coming soon.
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