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Event workshops and webinars

3 minute read• Last updated: 1 October 2026

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

VisitScotland's events team 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

The Tall Ships Races 2025

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

  • receive key industry updates
  • share best practice
  • network and exchange experiences

Please note there is no charge to attend, but you do need to register in advance.

Aberdeen City & Shire

Tuesday 27 October, 10am-12:30pm

Maritime Museum, Aberdeen AB11 5BY

Find out more and register for the Aberdeen City & Shire workshop

Edinburgh

Wednesday 11 November, 2pm-4:30pm

City Chambers, 253 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ

Find out more and register for the Edinburgh workshop

Musicians on stage dramatically lit up by green lights

Celtic Connections

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Glasgow

Wednesday 25 November, 10am-12:30pm

The Glasgow International Arena, Glasgow G40 3HG

Find out more and register for the Glasgow workshop

Dundee

Wednesday 9 December, 10am-12:30pm

Committee Room, 14 City Square, Dundee DD1 3BY

Find out more and register for the Dundee 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.

There are currently no webinars scheduled. Please check back later for updates.

Catch up on previous recordings

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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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