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Features both Scottish and international acts with more than 200 events over 19 days, music, dance, pipes and more at venues across Glasgow. Info: www.celticconnections.com

Events to entertain, engage and stimulate: from poetry, history, fiction and memoirs, to stories of places and people, of travel and exploration at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Port-Na-Craig. Info: +44 (0)1796 484600 or www.pitlochry.org.uk.

Experience Fife’s rich musical talent at the highly popular festival which aims to encourage and celebrate musicianship in the community. Info: www.ffom.org.uk.

Discover the extraordinary life of Scotsman and naval adventurer Admiral Lord Cochrane. The inspiration for the classic books and films of high-seas adventure, Cochrane’s real story is as incredible as anything in fiction.Cochrane was a brilliant tactician, a hero of the Royal Navy in the age of Nelson. Info: www.nms.ac.uk/our_museums/national_museum/special_exhibitions/admiral_cochrane.aspx

An exhibition celebrating the 37-year career of rock band AC/DC at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. It is fitting that the exhibition is in Glasgow, because AC/DC has such strong connections with the city and Scotland.Info: www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/our-museums/kelvingrove/whats-on/exhibitions/AC-DC-exhibition/Pages/default.aspx

Many of Scotland's spectacular gardens open their gates to offer visitors a rare glimpse of the country's winter beauty. 50 gardens across the country are offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy beautiful gardens, magnificent castles, stately homes and local exhibitions or simply step into nature and wander through the woodland.Info: http://surprise.visitscotland.com/things_to_see_and_do/green_scotland/snowdrop_festival.aspx

Ellisland Farm is a popular museum and visitor attraction and it provides a wonderful insight into the life of Robert Burns on a farm two hundred years ago.Info:+ 44 1387 740426 or www.ellislandfarm.co.uk.

The biggest event in men’s team tennis showcases some of the top players in the world at Braehead Arena. Info: www.lta.org.uk/fans-major-events/Davis-Cup/Home/.

Promotes the mountains as an attractive, accessible and above all enjoyable place to be. Info: www.mountainfestival.co.uk.

Many of Scotland's spectacular gardens open their gates to offer visitors a rare glimpse of the country's winter beauty. 50 gardens across the country are offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy beautiful gardens, magnificent castles, stately homes and local exhibitions or simply step into nature and wander through the woodland.Info: http://surprise.visitscotland.com/things_to_see_and_do/green_scotland/snowdrop_festival.aspx

A competitive music festival which provides opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to develop their potential in a wide range of musical events. Info:+ 44 (0) 1463 239841 or
www.invernessmusicfestival.org.

At the Broadford Airfield, the Big Top will feature a line-up of traditional music, show-stopping arts experiences and action-packed workshops on a local and international scale, showcasing local talent alongside top international artists.Info:www.celticconnections.com/bigtop or + 44(0)141 353 8000.

A day of celebration for Scotland's National Drink - so get ready to have a dramtastic day wherever you are in the world!Info:www.worldwhiskyday.com.

The very first festival of golf in the world is a global golf celebration in St Andrews which will invite visitors from all around the world to experience the rich history, traditions and modern innovations that reflect the 600 years that golf has been played in northeast Scotland. The festival will include many talks, walks, book signings, exhibitions, plenty of golf and much more.Info: www.standrewsgolffestival.com.

Takes place every two years and showcases home grown talent alongside leading international figures. The festival highlights Glasgow arts scene at its liveliest and best with a packed programmed of events, talks, tours and exhibitions.

Info: www.glasgowinternational.org.

The 23rd Annual Conference & Fair of the Scottish Association of Family History Societies (SAFHS) will take place in the Bonar Hall, University of Dundee. The themes in 2012 will be Crops, Cloth, Cod 'n' Coal, , and tickets are £12.00 for the day from Tay Valley Family History Society, 179 - 181 Princes Street Dundee DD4 6DQ.

This popular two-day event returns on and includes dressage, cross-country and show jumping.8am – 5pm. Info: James Oakden, E: jamesoakden05@aol.com , Tel 07778 928115 or go to www.centralscotlandhorsetrials.co.uk.

A varied and quality selection of over 200 events ranging from whisky master-classes, guided walks, tours and tastings to ceilidhs, music and dance, poetry sessions and family fun events. Info:www.spiritofspeyside.com.

At Scotstoun Stadium, a weekend of international rugby action. Info: www.glasgow7s.com.

Will take place in and around the grounds of Scone Palace along fantastic trails through the beautiful grounds in and around Scone Palace to support those affected by breast cancer.Info:www.pinkribbonwalk.org.uk + 44 (0)870 145 0101.

Pipe bands - make the most of the national holiday and long-weekend by taking part in the Diamond Jubilee Parade in Perth. With a carnival atmosphere and free events for all the family this will be a great time to visit Perth. Info: www.pipefest.com or + 44 (0)131 229 5451.

A music and dance summer school featuring expert tuition in piping, fiddling, singing, Scotch reels and Quadrilles, step dancing and the Gaelic language. Info: www.ceolas.co.uk.

Celebrated in style as one of The European Tour’s most prestigious golf titles is contested over one of the most spectacular new courses at Castle Stuart Links. Info: www.europeantour.com/tickets or 0800 023 2557.

At Scottish Parliament-A 700-year-old letter believed to have been in the possession of William Wallace, will go on display alongside the famous Lübeck letter in Scotland.Info:0800 092 7500 or sp.info@scottish.parliament.uk.

Nationally known antiques and fine art dealers will be displaying items for sale including furniture, porcelain, glass, silver, jewellery, mirrors, sculpture, oriental rugs and more from early Georgian through to the 1930's. Info: T+44 (0)1423 522122 or www.gallowayfairs.co.uk.