EventScotland

Entries are now open for the 2025 Scottish Thistle Awards. The awards recognise the very best of the country’s events and tourism industry. There are various categories event organisers can enter not least Outstanding Cultural Event or Festival, Outstanding Sporting Event and Community Tourism and Event Initiative. Enter now for free https://lnkd.in/eFw466kG #ThistleAwards #Eventprofs #ScottishEvents

⚡️The SportAccord Convention is always buzzing! 🤩 And we're buzzing with excitement for our 2025 edition this June in Istanbul, Türkiye! 🌎 Our exhibition floor will once again immerse us all into the diverse worlds of the sports industry. 💫 From dynamic sports federations and innovative service providers to sports-loving cities - SportAccord is the ultimate hotspot to connect, explore, and be inspired! 💬 Be part of the conversation on 9-12 June at the Istanbul Congress Center! #SportAccord #conference #expo #sport #FutureOfSport

Entries are now open for the 2025 Scottish Thistle Awards. The awards recognise the very best of the country’s tourism and events industry. Enter now for free https://lnkd.in/eZuY7HfV

Paisley Food & Drink Festival is back! 🍴 Taking place on 25 – 26 April, this year’s festival is going to be a bigger and more vibrant than ever before with its celebration of food and drink, music and a whole host of other cultural activities for all ages. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eXVKRmUB

📣 EDI Playbook Webinar Announcement Led by Professor Gayle McPherson and Professor David McGillivray from the University of the West of Scotland, VisitScotland's Events Industry Development team will be hosting a free-to-view webinar discussing their latest Playbook for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in Festival & Events publication. This webinar will take place on Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 26 March, between 10am-11am. Register now to confirm your place: https://lnkd.in/erckcb2C #EDI #EventsIndustry #Festivals #Diversity #Inclusion

🚨 It’s Official! The world’s most influential sports industry gathering is heading to Istanbul, Türkiye for SportAccord 2025 – 9-12 June! 🌍🔥 Get ready to shape the future of sport in a global city where East meets West, innovation meets tradition, and the world’s leading sports decision-makers unite 🏟️🌏 Join International Federations, the IOC, Olympic Games organisers, and top sports leaders as they tackle the most pressing topics in sport, forge powerful partnerships, and set the stage for the future 📍 Istanbul Congress Center 📅 9-12 June 2025 🚀 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the most important sports event of the year! 🔗 More info: https://lnkd.in/eAM72-7R #SportAccord #FutureOfSport #sportsbusiness #sportsbiz #convention #Istanbul 

The stage is set. The wait is over. Are you ready? This is The Truth We Seek. Expect a bold lineup of 133 performances, bringing you 7 world premieres, 8 UK and Scottish premieres, and 2 European premieres in August this year. Edinburgh International Festival, 1 – 24 August. Can’t wait to see you there. https://lnkd.in/ePvJ_Nkh

Scottish Borders Council are hosting a FREE event industry workshop focused on measuring economic, social, and environmental impacts – amongst other key industry discussions. This event is a must-attend for anyone in the industry looking to make a positive, measurable difference! 🌍 Workshop Highlights: • Gain valuable insights into measuring and improving economic, social, and environmental impacts. • Learn from experts about best practices and innovative approaches. • Network with like-minded professionals and expand your industry connections. 📅 Date: 3rd April 📍 Location: Great Tapestry Building, Galashiels 🔗 Don't miss out – register today! https://lnkd.in/ebFs5Mg8 Scottish Borders Council | SSDAlliance | South of Scotland Enterprise | EventScotland | Creative Scotland

It's four weeks to go until VisitScotland Connect 2025 takes place at P&J Live, Aberdeen. Our event will welcome more than 240 trade-ready Scottish businesses to connect with over 250 buyers (from 23 countries) who plan inspirational Scotland trips for their clients. Hear from our Chief Executive Vicki Miller, speaking at a previous VisitScotland Connect, about the importance of the event and its role in promoting Scotland to the world. Find out more on VisitScotland.org (link in comments). #VisitScotlandConnect

Have you submitted your nominations for the Scottish Thistle Awards yet? For over 30 years, these prestigious awards have celebrated the very best of Scotland’s tourism and events industry, recognising the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals who make Scotland a top destination for visitors.  Find out more on VisitScotland.org, and nominate today. Link in comments.