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Event workshops and webinars

3 minute read• Last updated: 21 August 2025

Check out our latest series of free workshops and webinars for tips and best practice advice on matters such as event delivery, insurance and emergency service support.

EventScotland is working with a range of partners to deliver these free sessions across the country.

Sign up to hear from key event sector partners including local authorities, as they share expert advice and guidance on event development and delivery in your area. 

In this article:

  • Regional workshops
  • Webinars

Regional workshops

These in-person workshops will offer you the chance to:

  • receive key industry updates
  • share best practice
  • network and exchange experiences
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    Please note there is no charge to attend, but you do need to register in advance.

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    Hogmanay fireworks

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    Edinburgh

    Tuesday 4 November 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm

    City Chambers, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ

    Find out more and register for the Edinburgh workshop

    Glasgow

    Tuesday 11 November 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm

    Emirates Arena, Glasgow, G40 3HG

    Find out more and register for the Glasgow workshop

    Argyll & Bute

    Thursday 20 November 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm

    Queen's Hall, Dunoon, PA23 7HH

    Find out more and register for the Argyll & Bute workshop

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    Traditional dancing at the Stirling Highland Games

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    Perthshire

    Wednesday 26 November 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm

    Concert Hall, Perth, PH1 5HZ

    Find out more and register for the Perthshire workshop

    Ayrshire

    Tuesday 3 February 2026, 9:30am-1:30pm

    The Cutty-Sark Centre, Ayr, KA7 1PA

    Find out more and register for the Ayrshire workshop

    Forth Valley

    Wednesday 18 February 2026, 9:30am-1:30pm

    Callendar House, Falkirk, FK1 1YR

    Find out more and register the Forth Valley workshop

    Webinars

    Webinars will provide you with access to expert advice on a wide range of relevant topics, and the chance to consider what this means for your individual event.

    Please note there is no charge to attend, but you do need to register in advance. The webinars will be held on Microsoft Teams, and a link will be sent out closer to the date.

    Emergency Services & Events

    Thursday 27 November 2025, 2pm-3pm.

    Learn about the role the emergency services play in events with representatives from Police Scotland, Scottish Fire & Rescue Service, and the Scottish Ambulance Service.

    Speakers include:

    • Brian Fraser, Chief Inspector (Police Scotland)
    • Garry Marshall, Area Commander (Scottish Fire & Rescue Service)
    • Lisa Forrest, Business Support Manager (Scottish Ambulance Service)

    They will review services provided at recent summer events, and update you on future plans.

    There will also be an opportunity for questions and feedback.

    Find out more and register for the webinar.

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    National Events Funding Programme webinar

    An overview of the funding programme with eligibility criteria, the application process and the assessment process.

    The National Events Strategy

    These events are being offered to support the delivery of the National Events Strategy - Scotland The Perfect Stage 2024 – 2035, with a vision of Scotland as the "perfect stage for events".

    The mission is to sustain and develop, through a Team Scotland approach, a dynamic, resilient, and responsible events sector that is recognised as a global leader and valued for its contribution to Scotland's wellbeing economy.

    Find out more about the National Events Strategy - Scotland The Perfect Stage 2024 - 2035.

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