Highland Friendship Fortnight
Join us for a series of events showcasing the very best local food, whisky, music, golf, history & craic.
Date
23rd October - 5th November 2025
Tours of Local Landmarks
Visit iconic Dunrobin Castle, Littleferry battlefield and historic Dornoch Cathedral.
World class golf on historic courses
Including Royal Dornoch, Brora and Golspie.
Taste World Class Local Produce
Fabulous fresh shellfish, meat and game.
Celtic Music, Ceilidhs and Craic!
Nights of toe-tapping tunes and dancing.
Whisky Festival, Distillery Visits and Tastings
Explore the land of Glenmorangie, Clynelish and Dornoch's own Thompson Bros malt.
Family Halloween, 'Guising' and The Last Witch
Spooky season family events and celebrations in Dornoch, where the last witch trial in Britain was held.
'Global Highlands' Stories and Tales in Dornoch Cathedral
Learn about the impact Highlanders have had on the world and the Highland diaspora.
Torchlight Parade and Bonfire
The annual autumnal celebration of Guy Fawkes Night.
Aurora Spotting under Dark Skies
Long nights mean more opportunity to hopefully witness magical displays of Northern Lights and the Milky Way.
Historical tours, talks and lore
Let the University of the Highlands and Islands' History team take you on a journey to discover the area's stories and lore.