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Perth & Kinross
Top attractions, upcoming events, festivals and family activities across Perth & Kinross.
About Perth & Kinross
Perth — Scotland's ancient capital — sits at the geographic heart of the country, where the Lowlands meet the Highlands. The wider Perth and Kinross region takes in the theatre town of Pitlochry, the whisky trail around Aberfeldy, Loch Leven's nature reserve and the huge outdoor playground of Highland Perthshire.
Perthshire events mix classical seasons at Pitlochry Festival Theatre with the Enchanted Forest light show, Perth Show and Highland Games at Aberfeldy, Blairgowrie and Crieff.
Top attractions in Perth
The Enchanted Forest
An immersive autumn light-and-sound show set in the woodland above Pitlochry.
Blair Castle
The private army-owning Atholl Estate — deer, gardens and Highland Games on the front lawn.
Loch Leven Heritage Trail
A flat 13-mile lochside path popular with cyclists and families.
Killiecrankie
Dramatic wooded gorge with a National Trust visitor centre and Jacobite history.
Perth Concert Hall & Theatre
Two connected venues at the heart of Perth's arts scene.
Upcoming events in Perth
See allNo upcoming events currently listed for Perth & Kinross. Check back soon or browse all Scottish events.
Festivals in Perth
The Enchanted Forest
October / NovemberAutumn's must-see light and sound installation above Loch Dunmore.
Perth Show
AugustTwo-day agricultural show with livestock, funfair and food.
Aberfeldy Show & Highland Games
SeptemberTraditional Highland gathering in the Tay Valley.
Pitlochry Winter Words
February / MarchBook festival at Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Family activities in Perth
Ideas for families visiting Perth & Kinross — most work rain or shine and pair well with the events listed above.
- Highland Safaris at Aberfeldy
- SEA LIFE Loch Lomond (short drive west)
- Cluny House Gardens and red squirrels
- Loch of the Lowes ospreys
- Pitlochry Dam & Salmon Ladder
- Kinross Wheels of Perthshire cycle hire
When to visit Perth
Spring brings ospreys back to Loch of the Lowes and the first Highland Games at Blackford and Blairgowrie. Summer is peak Games season across the county.
Autumn is prime time for The Enchanted Forest and stunning colour on the A9. Winter delivers Christmas at Scone and skiing at Glenshee.
Popular venues in Perth
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Explore Perth by category
Curated landing pages for the biggest event types in Perth.
Local guides
Perth — Frequently asked questions
When is The Enchanted Forest?
The show usually runs from the last week of September through the first week of November at Faskally Wood above Pitlochry.
How do I get to Perth from Edinburgh?
Trains from Edinburgh take about 80 minutes and driving is roughly the same via the M90.
Is Pitlochry Festival Theatre worth visiting?
Yes — it's one of Scotland's most prolific producing theatres, running a repertory summer season plus year-round concerts and film.
Where are the best Highland Games in Perthshire?
Aberfeldy, Blair Atholl, Blairgowrie, Crieff and Birnam all host well-established Games between June and September.