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).
Will there be parking available?
Parking will be on the Lesser South Inch, opposite the main South Inch on Edinburgh Road, at a charge of £5.00 per car; entrance to parking will be from Tay Street. Park and Ride will be available at McDiarmid Park from 8.30am until 7.30pm for £5.00 per car. Other car parking is also available in Perth City Centre.
What accessible facilities are there?
Blue Badge parking will be provided at the South Inch, hard standing; please display your badge on your dashboard. Access into the grounds will be through the four main entrance points. The entrance gates will be wide enough to take wheelchairs and access scooters.
Do children go free?
Children aged four years and under are free, while those aged 15 years and under will be £10.
Will there be toilets? Will there be changing facilities area for babies/toddlers?
Portaloos will be available onsite, with one booth being for baby changing at every group of toilets. Please dispose of any nappies in the appropriate manner.
Will there be a First Aid area?
St John's Ambulance will always have two stands on the Inch, during the event, one at either side.
Can I bring my dog(s) onto the South Inch?
Absolutely, no problem at all. Please make sure that you have plenty of poo bags with you and dispose of them in bins across the site, and please always keep dogs on leads.
Will there be stalls on the South Inch?
Yes, there will be various stalls ranging from confectionery to tailoring and everything in between. Cash or card will be accepted.
Will there be food available on the South Inch to purchase?
There will be several food vans available with different food types, both hot and cold. There will also be coffee vans on site. Cash or card will be accepted.
Can I leave and re-enter the European Pipe Band Championships?
Absolutely, once you enter the park you will be given a stamp on your hand/wrist, please show this to the stewards on your return into the ground.
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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