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GLASGOW COMIC CON

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall July 1 Come along for a chance to meet some of your favourite established and up-and-coming comic artists from around the globe. Head to the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow where you will have the chance to speak to artists such as Pat Mills and Amy Reeder. glasgowcomiccon.com

THORNTON HIGHLAND GATHERING Thornton, Fife, July 1

The Thornton Highland Gathering takes place in Memorial Park, near Kirkcaldy. The programme includes competitive running and cycling races, heavyweight competitions, stalls, expeditions and, of course, Highland dancing and pipe bands – a fun, active day out for the whole family. welcometoscotland.com/ things-to-do/events/fife/ thornton-highland-gathering

IRONMAN 70.3

East Lothian and Edinburgh July 2 IRONMAN 70.3 comes to Scotland for the first time and is sure to be an incredible experience for athletes and spectators. Two thousand competitors are set to compete in this swim, cycle and run event across Edinburgh and the Lothians. eu.ironman.com

FEIS AN EILEIN, THE SKYE FESTIVAL

Isle of Skye, July 4 to August 28 A summer arts festival celebrating island culture and performing arts with a strong focus on Scottish traditional music. Enjoy art exhibitions, theatre, ceilidhs, environmental days and a community-led fringe programme of concerts. seall.co.uk/events

HEBRIDEAN CELTIC FESTIVAL

Stornoway, Outer Hebrides 19 – 22 July Don’t miss this award-winning international Celtic music festival set against the unique backdrop of Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis. The Waterboys, Lucy Spraggan and Tide Lines are just a few of the acts you can see at this popular family-friendly event. www.hebceltfest.com