Carve Carrbridge – Scottish Open Chainsaw Carving Competition

• Date: Saturday, 30 August 2025

• Time: 9:45 AM – 5:30 PM

• Location: Sports Field, Carrbridge, PH23 3AS

• Tickets: £10 (Adults), £4 (Children 5–15), Free for under 5s

• Highlights:

  • Live chainsaw carving by top international artists

  • Pipe band performances

  • Quick Carve session and Grand Auction

  • Evening ceilidh at 8:00 PM in Carrbridge Village Hall

• Accessibility: Free parking with shuttle service; priority parking for Blue Badge holders

The Golden Spurtle – World Porridge Making Championship

• Date: Saturday, 4 October 2025

• Time: 9:45 AM – 4:30 PM

• Location: Village Hall, Carrbridge, PH23 3BB

• Admission: Free

• Highlights:

  • Competitions for traditional and specialty porridge recipes

  • Live cooking demonstrations

  • Family-friendly atmosphere with opportunities to meet competitors

Thunder in the Glens – Harley-Davidson Rally

• Dates: Friday, 22 August – Monday, 25 August 2025

• Location: Aviemore and surrounding areas

• Tickets: £75.46

• Highlights:

  • Europe’s largest Harley-Davidson rally

  • Saturday ride-out from Aviemore to Grantown-on-Spey at 12:00 PM

  • Live music and entertainment throughout the weekend

Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival

• Dates: Wednesday, 30 April – Monday, 5 May 2025

• Location: Various venues across Speyside

• Tickets: Prices vary by event; some events start from £15.53

• Highlights:

  • Distillery tours and whisky tastings

  • Masterclasses and whisky school (27–30 April 2025)

  • Food pairings, live music, and cultural events

Guy Fawkes Fireworks Display – Aviemore

• Date: Wednesday, 5 November 2025

• Time: 6:00 PM (prompt start)

• Location: Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore

• Admission: Free

• Highlights:

  • Spectacular fireworks display

  • Family-friendly event with a festive atmosphere