Local Activities - Music & Arts Festival
The Music and Arts Festival is an annual week-long event within the town, running in late August. Having successfully run for over 10 years, the festival offers a wide range of events and workshops to entertain the public within various venues throughout the town (including the Eskdale Hotel). Past performers include Barbara Dickson, Elaine C. Smith, Kenny Ball and Master Chefs: Nick Nairn and Paul Rankin.
Details of this years performances and box office opening times are available from the Music & Arts Festival website.
This is a very popular event so booking your accommodation early is advised.