Cowal Highland Gathering

23/07/2025

Joining us at this year's Gig at the Gathering we have Cala. Having already played our Saturday Live Music Tent, this is their first time stepping onto the Gig at the Gathering stage.

We think you're going to love them. Buy your tickets online at https://cowalgatheringtickets.com/p/entrytickets

22/07/2025

Is this our most iconic cover?

Cowal Highland Gathering at Dunoon - Souvenir Programme. (1969)

21/07/2025

Join us on Friday when we reveal this year's Cowal Gathering Honorary Chieftain...

18/07/2025

We're delighted to announce this year's Live Music Tent line-up...

Fans of traditional Scottish music are in for a treat this August as Cowal Gathering unveils the line-up for its much-loved Live Music Tent.

Taking centre stage on Saturday 30 August, the tent will host a dynamic trio of bands guaranteed to get crowds on their feet — Rhuvaal, The Inverhooley Ceilidh Band, and the much-anticipated debut of The Ross Miller Band.

The tent, renowned for its electric atmosphere and top-tier talent, will once again be one of the Gathering’s most popular attractions. Leading the line-up is Rhuvaal, the high-energy trad-fusion band who last played the Live Music Tent in 2022. Known for their infectious stage presence and modern take on folk tunes, Rhuvaal are firm favourites with the Cowal Gathering audience.

Returning for a fourth year is The Inverhooley Ceilidh Band, the Gathering’s resident party-starters, who have become a cornerstone of the Live Music Tent experience, ensuring everyone from ceilidh veterans to first-timers join in the fun.

Completing the line-up, and debuting the Live Music Tent, is The Ross Miller Band, led by world champion piper Ross Miller. A renowned figure in Scotland’s piping scene, Ross brings a wealth of experience and innovation to the festival stage. A member of both the Grade 1 Inveraray and District Pipe Band and the globally acclaimed Red Hot Chilli Pipers, Ross is known for combining tradition with bold, contemporary flair.

Cowal Gathering Chairman, David Mitchell MBE, shared his excitement for this year’s musical line-up:
‘Music is a huge part of the Cowal Gathering experience and this year I’m excited to see the crowd’s reaction as three of the best festival bands get together for an afternoon of fantastic music. This is one party you won’t want to miss.

‘Once again entry to the Live Music Tent event is included in the general admission ticket to the Gathering, offering access to a full afternoon of high-calibre live music alongside the Highland Games competitions, cultural displays, and family entertainment – it really is one of Scotland’s best family days out.’

This year’s Cowal Gathering runs from Thursday 28– Saturday 30 August.

Cowal Gathering is supported by EventScotland, part of VisitScotland, through their International Events Funding Programme.

For information or to book tickets, please visit the Cowal Gathering website at www.cowalgathering.com or contact the event office by emailing [email protected] or phoning 01369 703206.

18/07/2025

We're delighted to announce this year's Live Music Tent line-up...

Fans of traditional Scottish music are in for a treat this August as Cowal Gathering unveils the line-up for its much-loved Live Music Tent.

Taking centre stage on Saturday 30 August, the tent will host a dynamic trio of bands guaranteed to get crowds on their feet — Rhuvaal, The Inverhooley Ceilidh Band, and the much-anticipated debut of The Ross Miller Band.

The tent, renowned for its electric atmosphere and top-tier talent, will once again be one of the Gathering’s most popular attractions. Leading the line-up is Rhuvaal, the high-energy trad-fusion band who last played the Live Music Tent in 2022. Known for their infectious stage presence and modern take on folk tunes, Rhuvaal are firm favourites with the Cowal Gathering audience.

Returning for a fourth year is The Inverhooley Ceilidh Band, the Gathering’s resident party-starters, who have become a cornerstone of the Live Music Tent experience, ensuring everyone from ceilidh veterans to first-timers join in the fun.

Completing the line-up, and debuting the Live Music Tent, is The Ross Miller Band, led by world champion piper Ross Miller. A renowned figure in Scotland’s piping scene, Ross brings a wealth of experience and innovation to the festival stage. A member of both the Grade 1 Inveraray and District Pipe Band and the globally acclaimed Red Hot Chilli Pipers, Ross is known for combining tradition with bold, contemporary flair.

Cowal Gathering Chairman, David Mitchell MBE, shared his excitement for this year’s musical line-up:
‘Music is a huge part of the Cowal Gathering experience and this year I’m excited to see the crowd’s reaction as three of the best festival bands get together for an afternoon of fantastic music. This is one party you won’t want to miss.

‘Once again entry to the Live Music Tent event is included in the general admission ticket to the Gathering, offering access to a full afternoon of high-calibre live music alongside the Highland Games competitions, cultural displays, and family entertainment – it really is one of Scotland’s best family days out.’

This year’s Cowal Gathering runs from Thursday 28– Saturday 30 August.

Cowal Gathering is supported by EventScotland, part of VisitScotland, through their International Events Funding Programme.

For information or to book tickets, please visit the Cowal Gathering website at www.cowalgathering.com or contact the event office by emailing [email protected] or phoning 01369 703206.

17/07/2025

CALLING SOLO PIPERS!

Entries for this year's solo piping competitions CLOSE on MONDAY 21 JULY.

If you want to be playing for our discerning judges on Cowal Friday then make sure you've entered. Don't put it off as you'll miss out!

Enter online at: https://cowalgathering.com/competitors/solo-piping/

16/07/2025

Entries for this year's Cowal Pipe Band Championship and Drum Major Competition are now OPEN on the RSPBA website athttps://rspba.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/cowal-2025.pdf

We're very much looking forward to seeing and hearing you back in Dunoon Stadium on Saturday 30 August.

15/07/2025

Look out for heavy athletics news coming soon.

We have a new country joining us for this year's Cowal International Heavy Athletics Championship. You can guess in the comments but for now we are remaining 🤐

14/07/2025

They're back! One of the highlights of our Top Field over the last few years has been the The Drakes of Hazard Sheepdog Display.

We're absolutely delighted to be welcoming them back for this year.

Remember all our Top Field entertainment is FREE with your entry tickets. Buy your tickets online at https://cowalgatheringtickets.com/p/entrytickets

11/07/2025

We're delighted to say Rhuvaal will be back with us in our Live Music Tent on Cowal Saturday. They're no strangers to Cowal Gathering and we're looking forward to seeing them again.

10/07/2025

Have you considered becoming a Cowal Gathering patron? If you have then have a look at our website and check out our range of patron packages. Starting from £55.00 our packages are a fantastic way of supporting the Gathering.

Find out more by visiting: https://cowalgathering.com/about/patrons/

09/07/2025

Entry forms for this year's Cowal Pipe Band Championship are live now on the RSPBA - The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association website athttps://rspba.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/cowal-2025.pdf

The closing date is Saturday 26th July.