What's On
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Discover what’s happening at The Inverness Castle Experience, from exhibitions and events to special activities and seasonal experiences. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning to explore more, there’s always something new to enjoy.
14 matching events in October 2026
School's Out at the Castle
Cuillin's Garden Trail
Daily
Next: Sat 10 Oct
10:00–16:00
Discover a fun-filled adventure at The Inverness Castle Experience this October. Perfect for families, our Garden Trail invites young explorers to uncover stories, spot wildlife, and get creative in our beautiful experience and gardens.
Music
The One O’Clock Piper
Every Thu, Sat & Sun
Next: Sat 10 Oct
13:00–13:30
Included with your Experience ticket, this unique lunchtime performance offers a memorable Highland welcome, spectacular views across Inverness, and the opportunity to meet the piper afterwards.
Exhibition
Views of Inverness Castle
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat
Next: Sat 10 Oct
10:00–17:00
Discover a selection of archives and souvenirs featuring images of the iconic Inverness Castle, on display on the first floor of Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, celebrating a new chapter for The Inverness Castle Experience.
School's Out at the Castle
LEGO® Castle Scavenger Hunt
Mon 12 Oct, Mon 19 Oct
Next: Mon 12 Oct
09:30–11:00
Part of our Schools Out at the Castle programme, this family-friendly activity invites young explorers to hunt for hidden LEGO® bricks in the North Tower Gallery before building their very own LEGO® castle to take home. Suitable for ages 5+
School's Out at the Castle
Nature at the Castle
Wed 14 Oct
Next: Wed 14 Oct
10:00–11:30 and 13:00–14:30
There are many plants and animals that call The Inverness Castle Experience their home. Join John, the Countryside Ranger and the Castle Team for a fun nature session in and around the castle grounds. Suitable for ages 7-12.
School's Out at the Castle
Story Stones at the Castle
Thu 15 Oct, Wed 21 Oct
Next: Thu 15 Oct
10:00–12:00
Drop-in event as part of School's Out at the Castle. Bring your own stone and create a unique story stone in the Saltire Bistro. Take it home or leave it in the Castle Gardens for others to find. Suitable for ages 5+.
School's Out at the Castle
Rose Window Creations
Fri 16 Oct 2026
09:30–11:00
Create your own rose window inspired by the historic rose window featured in The Inverness Castle Experience. This creative drop-in activity, part of School's Out at the Castle, is perfect for young makers aged 5-10 years.
School's Out at the Castle
Discover & Dress Up with IMAG
Tue 20 Oct 2026
11:00–11:30
Explore fascinating museum objects and try on costumes with Inverness Museum and Art Gallery (IMAG) in this fun, hands-on family workshop. Included with your Experience ticket. Suitable for ages 5+. Starts at 11 am.
Spirit Tasting
Spirit Tasting with Guests Tomatin Distillery
Thu 22 Oct 2026
15:30–17:00
Discover the story of Tomatin Highland Whisky in the unique setting of the Experience’s West Tower. This intimate tasting showcases Tomatin Legacy, Tomatin 12-Year-Old Triple Cask and Cu Bocan Signature.
School's Out at the Castle
Mini Highland Games at the Castle
Thu 22 Oct 2026
Two sessions: 11:00 - 12:30 or 13:30 - 15:00
Enjoy games, sports and active family fun in the Castle Gardens. Inspired by our How We Gather story, this drop-in session celebrates the ways sport and play bring people together in the Highlands. Please dress for the weather.
School's Out at the Castle
Bookbug at The Inverness Castle Experience
Fri 23 Oct 2026
10:00–10:30
Free Bookbug fun for children aged 0-5 and their families. Join Joolz for songs, stories, rhymes and movement, then stay for a cuppa in the Saltire Bistro or continue your castle adventure with a ticket to the main experience.
Music
Live Castle Sessions
Sat 24 Oct, Sat 21 Nov, Sat 20 Feb 2027 and 1 more
Next: Sat 24 Oct
16:00–18:00
Spend a relaxed Saturday afternoon at the Saltire Bistro with Live Castle Sessions, a free live music experience featuring great local talent, delicious food and drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Castle Crafts
Castle Crafts - Embroidery
Sat 24 Oct 2026
10:00–12:30
Discover the art of embroidery in this relaxed, creative workshop. Learn the techniques needed to create your own beautiful Scottish-inspired embroidery piece, choosing between delicate heather and a stunning Scottish Aurora landscape.
History Talk
Crime, Punishment and Witchcraft
Sat 31 Oct 2026
16:00–18:00
This Halloween, join the authors of To Kill a Witch, Claire Mitchell KC and Zoe Venditozzi, The Witches of Scotland, at The Inverness Castle Experience for a fascinating talk exploring Scotland’s witch trials.