Click on an image to book the event

2026 Events at The Scottish Crannog Centre

The Antonine Guard is Marching!

Sāturnī IX et Solis X Mensis Maius MMXXVI
The Antonine Guard is marching to The Scottish Crannog Centre.
See proud officers, mighty legionaries, auxiliaries from distant lands, and formidable artillery!
From their local encampment see The Guard March to The Crannog Centre Village and you become involved in what ensues…
A family friendly weekend of living history!

Twill – The Fabric of Society!

A weekend of academic talks and hands on activities focussing on the importance of textiles from the Iron Age to the Modern day. 

Learn about sustainable fashion; join in with workshops ; and listen to talks from academics. 

Midsummer Music (1)

Midsummer Music – Evening Event

This Midsummer’s Eve, join us celebrating the longest day of the year in prehistoric style- with fire, storytelling, and song.

In the evening, enjoy music and storytelling across the Iron Age village – including in the Crannog itself!

Booking going live soon!

Celts – Learning from the past to build a better future!

Heritage tradespeople from across Scotland join us to show off their skills and sell their wares, and Academics and Archaeologists hold talks as we host a dialogue between the past and the present. 

Britannia XIV

Crannogs didn’t just belong to the Iron Age- they’re Medieval too!
Join us to find out how life changes over 2000 years (and what stays the same…)
Watch a battle demonstration, or join the kids army; take part in boar hunts, fashion shows, and court sessions before voting on which time peroid is better – the Iron Age, or the 1500s?

Rise and Shine – Creating a Community. 

In association with Unesco RILA and the Maryhill Integration Network, we celebrate all of the cultures, races and religions that create Scotland.  

We invite visitors to join us in a creative exploration of our similarities and our differences through workshops, food, and performances. 

Events 2026 Website Icons

Beth Malcolm and Friends – Evening Event

Enjoy an evening here at the Scottish Crannog Centre with Scots Singer of the Year 2022 and 2024 Beth Malcolm and friends!

A songwriter, piano player and singer of stories, Beth has established herself as one of Scotland’s most sought-after young artists

6.30pm arrival, 7pm start.

Booking going live soon!

Samhain – A fire festival like no other! 

The Crannog Centre hosts musicians and performers for a phantasm-tastic evening that celebrates the ancient traditions that take us from the light into the darkness… 

Take part in our costume competition (with a special category for dogs); join in with our treasure hunt, and watch our woven willow effigy burn! 

Cafe Open!

Midwinter Mayhem – The Lord of Misrule returns! 

Fun, feasting and festivities in our Iron Age Village. Visit the ancient Cailleach in her house and tell the Lord of Misrule your best joke!