Colonsay International Open
On the third Saturday of August (with Sunday in reserve), this challenging and entertaining annual competition has been running for 25 years or more.
Events On Colonsay
The range of island events is quite remarkable. There are some major dates in our annual calendar, such as the Book Festival, The Festival of Spring, The Folk Music Festival and the Autumn Food and Drink Festival, and these are supplemented by Clay Pigeon Shoots and the Colonsay International Golf Open. There are, however, very many other events, such as the weekly football match, Colonsay vs. The Rest of the World, an annual cricket match, a Sunday Golf Competition, the Sports Day, Community Garden Party and frequent ceilidhs. Whenever you are here, there is likely to be something going on - even if it is only the sheep-shearing competition. A summary is posted here, but please check for full details on the Welcome to Colonsay notice board near the pier.
Annual Events
Colonsay Book Festival 2021
One of the best of all Book Festivals, because the audience size is only about 150 and there is a friendliness about the event which has attracted headline authors of international standing. Currently under review due to Covid restrictions.
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Outdoor Festival of Spring 2021
This runs for two weeks every year in April/May and boasts a fantastic and eclectic mix of guided nature walks, foraging, outdoor activities and heritage. With such a huge variety of events on offer there really is something for everyone. Maybe try dry stone walling, fern Appreciation walks, historical walks, guided bird spotting, or foraging to name but a few.
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Ceol Cholasa 2021
Ceol Cholasa, Colonsay's Music Festival, has established a unique position in the Scottish traditional festival scene. With past performers creating a Who's Who of the best in Scottish music, 2019 saw Flook, Imar, and Adam Holmes and the Embers topping a bumper bill.
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Autumn Food & Drink Festival 2021
A fun-filled fortnight of tastings, demonstrations, workshops, talks and masterclasses on all things foodie - from local beer and gin to salmon and seaweed, from foraging for lunch to making exquisite hand-made chocolates, there's something for everyone!
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Kids' DVD night at The Colonsay
A very popular night for the children, with maybe a chance for the adults to relax for a while and enjoy supper together.
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Fish Night at The Pantry
Every Wednesday throughout the summer The Pantry offers a special Fish Menu, based upon whatever is best and available that week. Booking is advisable.
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Quiz Night at the Pub
The Colonsay Quiz has been running for many years and is very popular. No need to book, just come and enjoy this convivial (and somewhat competitive) event.
Church Services
Adults and families of all denominations are very welcome at the weekly service, held in the Parish Church at Scalasaig. Please note that the church is ALWAYS open.
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Marine Litter Hunt
We work right along the 50 miles of coastline every year. We also monitor all roadsides, paths and lochsides... and we hope you will do the same. Please feel free to join the weekly foray. See noticeboard or call 01951 200320 for meeting place.
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Colonsay Golf Competition
This is a friendly round of golf each Sunday (weather permitting), all very informal. Look for latest detail on the Visitor Noticeboard or contact a local member.
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Ceilidhs
During the summer and other school holidays, there are weekly ceilidhs in the Village Hall. A great evening for all the family with dancing, music and games. See the noticeboards in the shop, Old Waiting Room gallery and hotel for details.