Events on Skye in 2008
Glendale & Dunvegan
These are a few of the many events on Skye, and in the Glendale area, that may be of interest to those holidaying in the North-West of the Isle of Skye.
Dunvegan Gala & 10k
May TBC : Fun run, stalls & attractions, barbecue, bouncy castle, raft race, etc., at the Castle Car Park.
Dunvegan Show
July (on the last Saturday) : A chance to see the finest of North-West Skye's livestock and agriculture.
Glendale Craft Workshop Day
July 31st : A free craft workshop at the Community Hall from 11am-5pm.
Dunvegan Silver Chanter
August TBC : Professional bagpipe competition hosted at Dunvegan Castle.
Glendale Craft Fair
August 7th-8th : Showcasing local crafts at the Community Hall, with stalls open 10am-5pm each day.
Dunvegan Castle Fireworks
November 8th : Fantastic firework display over Dunvegan Castle.
May
TBC
Skye Music Festival
At Ashaig Airstrip, Broadford. Headline acts for this year's event are still unconfirmed.
June
14th
Skye Half Marathon
Skye's 25th half marathon at Portree.
July
5th
Glamaig Hill Race
Annual race from Sligachan to the summit of Glamaig.
August
TBC
Skye Agricultural Show
At Portree, with cows, sheep, food and drink.
6th
Skye Highland Games
At 'The Lump' in Portree.