Scotland gears up for #YOYP2018 by winning ‘Best UK Youth Destination’
In 2018 Scotland will celebrate the Year of Young People, an exciting themed year designed to shine a light on the fantastic contributions young people make to Scotland.
Scotland hosts major climate change talks
Edinburgh has started welcoming scientists from across the world, as a working group from the intergovernmental International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) hold their first talks in the city.
Scotland is Now: Showcasing Scotland’s Diversity and Inclusivity
What better time to showcase Scotland’s commitment to diversity than during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe – the world’s largest arts festival!
Scotland opens its doors - explore the country’s hidden history
This month, from the Borders to John o’ Groats, thousands of public and private buildings across Scotland are opening their doors to the public.
Scotland remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice 100 years on
The names of Scotland’s World War One fallen will illuminate the Scottish Parliament as a mark of respect on the 100th anniversary of the end of the Great War.
Scotland’s Winter Festivals launches, urging everyone to #makesomeonesday
Whether you’re a Scot, or a Scot-at-heart, Scotland's Winter Festivals wants you to spread a little kindness this St Andrew’s Day.
Scottish Film Festivals
Scotland hosts a number of annual film festivals, the most widely recognised being the Edinburgh International Film Festival - the longest continually-running film festival in the world!
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
The Edinburgh International Storytelling Festival will transport you to other worlds, times and places through the traditional telling of tales.
Scottish Music Festivals
From huge weekend-long parties to more intimate family-friendly events, Scotland's diverse calendar of music festivals is nothing short of impressive.
South of Scotland Spotlight: An Author’s Perspective on Scotland’s Book Town
Beth Cochrane is part of the next generation of incredibly talented Scottish female authors. Here she tells us how she fell in love with Scotland’s National Book Town – Wigtown.