Magnificent movie events

EDINBURGH

The world’s longest continually running film festival attracts star names and premieres every June.

HIPPFEST

Scotland’s silent cinema festival offers a unique line-up every March in Bo’ness.

DISCOVERY

A festival for young audiences, with a series of creative workshops and events, in Dundee every October.

PEEBLES OUTDOOR

Three days of adventure films, inspiring speakers and outdoor sessions in the Tweed Valley each January.

BANFF MOUNTAIN WORLD TOUR

A wide selection of films about the outdoors, which tours venues throughout the UK.

DEAD BY DAWN

Edinburgh’s independent festival of horror has been scaring audiences since 1993 and is the UK’S longest running genre film festival.

CROMARTY

Surely the only UK film festival that projects a movie on to the side of a lighthouse? And in November, no less.

LOCH NESS

The non-profit grassroots festival takes place in July and features all types of productions and genres.

DUNOON

The weekend festival with an eclectic line-up takes place in the Burgh Hall and The Studio Cinema.

AFRICA IN MOTION

A touring event that allows Scottish audiences to engage with African stories and industry professionals from the continent.