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Now in its 8th year, Oban Winter Festival has grown to accommodate anextensive programme of events aimed at people of all ages. Organisedby six local volunteers and supported by the community, it is a ten daycelebration of Oban’s unique culture and community with streetparades, international and local performance acts, fire artists, crafts,pipers, parades and family fun.

Festival action takes place mainly in the centre of town which meansgetting from place to place is very easy. Discover Oban’s greatshopping, bars and restaurants that make this town tick. Take a tour ofthe local distillery to sample local malts, or enjoy a relaxing coffee inone of our many cafes while soaking up the beautiful view of the bay.

For those seeking more refined entertainment, there are variousliterary, language, cinema, music and theatrical events throughout thefestival, offering a chance to learn, participate and celebrate our culture.

Should you choose to stay overnight in Oban to enjoy one or more of theWinter Festival events there are various options for your stay, from topclass hotels and apartments in the town centre to the many excellentbed and breakfast establishments. You can find more details at

orSo why not join the biggest winter party in the West.

We are waiting to welcome you.

www.obanwinterfest ival .com, www.visi tscot land.comwww.oban.org.uk

WELCOME TO OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL 2018

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Colour Printing SignsColour Copying Banners

Photo: D. MacMillan

..Dunollie Halls, Breadalbane Street

Oban, Argyll PA34 5PHTel. 07900 087 915

e-mail:[email protected]

FRIDAY 16th NOVEMBER

MOVING MINDS AND NEW HOPEAn extract from MECOPP’s wonderful Moving Minds Exhibition will be on display

at New Hope for the duration of Oban Winter Festival (16th - 25th November).The exhibition was developed by MECOPP and Gypsy/Travellers from around

Scotland. It shares memories and photographs of objects with special significanceto tell diverse stories from Scotland’s Gypsy/Traveller community. Come along to

the exhibition launch event in New Hope. An opportunity to view the exhibitionand talk to some of the Gypsy/Traveller contributors.

Traditional music and songs from Ian and Hamish MacGregor from Blairgowrie.Light buffet and soft drinks. Entry by donation. All proceeds to New Hope.

New Hope, Soroba Road, Oban 16th November 7pm - 9pm: Siubhan O’Rourke 07533 115 457 [email protected]

or Lorraine MacCormick 01631 565730Contact

OBAN WAR AND PEACE MUSEUM

a donation would be appreciated.

A fascinating display of memorabilia and photographs depicting Oban’s heritage over the

years, including the important role played by the town during World War 2, can be found at

Oban War and Peace Museum on the Esplanade next to the Regent Hotel.There is also a DVD tour of the local area to give you ideas of where to visit.

We are open from 10am - 4pm daily until Saturday 24th November during the Winter

Festival. Admission is free but, if you enjoy your visit,

WHEN I WAS YOUNG MY HEART WAS AN OPEN BOOKArt Exhibition 16th - 25th NovemberClaremont Villa, Craigard Road, Oban.

An exhibition of artworks inspired by the childhood pastime of collecting and swapping

scraps.

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BALLET WEST WINTER WONDERLANDShowcasing Ballet West’s full company from

beginners to advanced level. “An annual delight...”Corran Halls, Oban at 7.pm Doors open 6.30pm

Tickets £12 Concessions £10 from Corran Halls box office 01631 567333

OBAN PHOENIX CINEMAFantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald 3.15pm 4.30pm 7.30pm

Nae Pasaran - Scottish Documentary 6pm £5Check with cinema for time updates and ticket prices 01631 562905

CHARITY FASHION SHOWM & Co Station Square 6.30pm Tickets £5 from M & Co

All attending receive a discount voucher. Proceeds to HCPT Group 43

MONTHLY BLETHER / OLD RECIPES & FAVOURITE FOODSMonthly Blether topic this month is foods and recipes from days gone by.

Come along to this informal get together and reminisce over a cup of tea and cake.Free entry but donations very much appreciated. All welcome. Wheelchair access

via concrete ramp. The Rockfield Centre 2pm - 4pm

THE OBAN INNAs part of their tour of Scotland, Lizard will be playing a mix of classic music at the

Oban Inn. Come and hear them between between 9pm and 11.30pm


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SATURDAY 17th NOVEMBER

OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL FOOD & CRAFT MARKETA feast of food, drink and crafts from local producers including

Confectionary, Meat, Fish, Pies and Preserves.Cookery from forager Gary Goldie (as seen on TV)

Live MusicOban Distillery Cask Room and Visitor Centre

10am - 4pmFree Entry


An exhibition of artworks inspired by the childhood pastime of collectingand swapping scraps.

OBAN WINTER BRICKSCome and see top displays from Brick to the Past and members of Scotland’sonly Recognised LEGO@User Group Tartan LUG. Have fun building your own

creation at the Brickzone. Take part in the Festive Minifig Hunt. Pick the right brickand win big at the Everyone Wins Tombola. Kids competition. Demo builds

throughout the day by Tartan LUG members. Start your Christmas shopping at our‘Pop Up’ shop where you will find retired, new and hard to find LEGO@ sets for sale.

Fun for all the family young and old!St Columba’ Cathedral Hall

10am - 4pm (last entry 3.30pm)Entry £3 Kids 4 and under free

Profits from this event will be donated to Fairy Bricks.Find out more about this charity, competition details and much more by

following the event page for Oban Winter Bricks 2018 on Facebook.



A fascinating display of memorabilia and photographs depicting Oban’s heritage over

the years, including the important role played by the town during World War 2, can be

found at Oban War and Peace Museum on the Esplanade next to the Regent Hotel.There is also a DVD tour of the local area to give you ideas of where to visit.



A LITTLE LIGHT MUSICSt John’s Cathedral, George Street, Oban

7.30pmA musical evening presented by Lorn Chorus.

Admission by donation.Tea, Coffee, Cakes and Chat to follow.

Proceeds shared between Marie Curie and St John’s Cathedral.


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FUIRAN BOOKBUG10.30 am Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban

Learn Gaelic with your child in a fun, informal way through action songs, rhymesand stories. Free

CLEARCALL COMHRAIDH / GAELIC CONVERSATION GROUP12 noon - 1.30pm Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban

A relaxed informal conversation group for adults with all levels of Gaelic fluenc Free


ATLANTIS LEISURE ROLLER DISCO11am - 1pm £4 includes skate hire £2.20 if you bring your own skates.

Atlantis Leisure, Oban

A MEDIEVAL YULEIt’s the middle of the 13th Century and the newly completed Dunstaffnage Castleis all a bustle in preparation for the mid winter festivities. Join one of our guided

tours and discover our forgotten Yuletide traditions. Learn what life was like in thecastle kitchens and see how the industrious ladies of the court really spent their time.

Open 10am - 4pm (last admission 3.30pm)5 Tours a day: 10.30am 11.30am 12.30pm 2pm 3pm

Adults £6 Concessions £4.80 Children £3.60 Under 5’s freeFor more information call the castle on 01631 562465

CHARITY SWIMFalls of Lora, Connel 2.20pm

Challenge Yourself - Raise MoneyRegistration essential at HighlandOpenwaterSwim.com

SIMBA CINEMAMary Poppins 12 noon £3

Come dressed as a character.Best dressed wins a ticket for new Mary Poppins film at Christmas.

Proceeds donated to SIMBA

Fantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald 1.30pm 4.30pm 7.30pm

Nae Pasaran - Scottish Documentary 6pm £5

Check with cinema for time updates and ticket prices 01631 562905

REINDEER PARADE(Sponsored by BID4OBAN)

Santa and his Reindeer leave the Corran Halls at 5pm for Station Square.Come and join the parade and entertainment.

See the Christmas Lights ‘Switch On’ at 6pm in Station Square.

McCAIGSAs part of their tour of Scotland, Lizard will be playing a mix of classic

music at the McCaigs.Come and hear them between between 9pm and 11.30pm


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BIG QUIZ NIGHTCorran Halls, Oban

7pm Tickets £5 per personHundreds of churches, thousands of people, one big quiz.

For one night only, get together with your friends, family and church for thebiggest multi venue anywhere to be streamed live nationwide.

Every pound raised will help transform the lives of people living in poverty.Teams of up to 8 quizzers.

Tea, coffee, snacks.Tickets available from Corran Halls 01631 567333

WEST COAST GIN SHOWThe View, George Street, Oban

The West Coast Gin Show will be a perfect festive gift guide with a mix of gins,cocktails and music plus some whisky and beer thrown in. Sample a variety of

drinks from across Scotland and pick up those special Christmas presents.1pm - 4pm Entry £15

Tickets from Oban Whisky and Wines shop (instore or online) or on the door.www.whiskyfix.com/home/products/scottish-artisan-gin/oban-winter-gin-show.aspx

DJ WILL ATKINSON - ‘WASTED YOUTH’The View, George Street, Oban

8pm - 3am Entry £12Former Radio 1 Resident DJ Will Atkinson will come and go with a bang.

He is tech, trance techno - and so much more.A 3 hour set not to be missed.Tickets online or on the door.

https://www.will-atkinson-the-view-oban.eventbrite.co.uk

ARGYLL ANIMAL AID - CRAFT FAYREA variety of stalls showcasing Crafts and Christmas gifts.

Corran Halls, Oban11am - 3pmFree Entry

SNOW BOARD SIMULATORCome and try your snowboarding skills with our

Snow Board Simulator provided byThe Ice Factor, Kinlochleven, home to the world’sbiggest Ice Wall and the Snow Factor Braehead

home of the UK’s biggest indoor Real Snow Slope.Come along to have a chance to win an instructedsnow boarding session at Snow Factor Braehead.

Atlantis Leisure 11am - 3pm 3 tries for £3

VICTORIAN MARKETAnnual themed market with a unique array of hand made goods and gifts.

Santa’s Postbox.The Perle Hotel, Station Square, Oban

10am - 4pmFree Entry

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SUNDAY 18th NOVEMBER



OBAN PHOENIX CINEMAMusical - The Greatest Showman 4pm £5 for all

Fantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald 1.30pm 4.30pm 7.30pm

Nae Pasaran - Scottish Documentary 5pm £5

Check with cinema for time updates and ticket prices 01631 562905








THE BIG FOOD & CRAFT MARKETCorran Halls Oban 10am - 4pm

A hall bursting with Food Stalls, Craft Stalls, Children’s Workshops & Live Music.Muckairn Bellringers

:Golden Clootie Dumpling Competition

Tastiest Shortbread and new Preserves CompetitionCome and see the winners.

Entry forms from West Coast Motors ordownload from www.obanwinterfestival.com

Food Competitions

A COUNTRY CHRISTMASA Christmas Flower Arranging Demonstration

by Sandra Halkett from Elgin.Argyllshire Gathering Halls, Oban. 2pm

Tickets £10 which includes afternoon tea available from:The Flower Basket, Stafford Street

Petals, George StreetThe Dove Centre, Stevenson Street(In aid of Friends of Oban Hospice)

FORAGED FOOD AND WHISKY PAIRING AT OBAN DISTILLERYOban Distillery 7pm

Meet chef and forager Gary Goldie and discover the art of foraging andhow it plays a part in high end cuisine.

Experience the 6 course tasting plates complemented by some fine whiskies.Tickets £25 from Oban Distillery

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DUNOLLIE MAKES CHRISTMASTraditional crafts, music, festive food & drink and handmade gifts.

Join us for a magical afternoon, guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit.Adults £6 Children £3 Family tickets available

Outdoor footwear and clothing recommended.Dunollie Museum, Castle and grounds.

To book call 01631 570550 between 10am and 5pm Mon - Frior visit www.dunollie.org

A MEDIEVAL YULEIt’s the middle of the 13th Century and the newly completed Dunstaffnage Castleis all a bustle in preparation for the mid winter festivities. Join one of our guided

tours and discover our forgotten Yuletide traditions. Learn what life was like in thecastle kitchens and see how the industrious ladies of the court really spent their time.

Open 10am - 4pm (last admission 3.30pm)5 Tours a day:

10.30am 11.30am 12.30pm 2pm 3pmAdults £6 Concessions £4.80 Children £3.60 Under 5’s free

For more information call the castle on 01631 562465




Atlantis Leisure, Oban 11am - 3pm 3 tries for £3

MONDAY 19th NOVEMBER



Scotland. It shares memories and photographs of objects with special significanceto tell diverse stories from Scotland’s Gypsy/Traveller community.

: Monday - Friday 11am - 6.30pm: New Hope, 2 Soroba Road, Oban

: Donation to New Hope

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WHEN I WAS YOUNG MY HEART WAS AN OPEN BOOKArt Exhibition

16th - 25th NovemberClaremont Villa, Craigard Road, Oban.


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MONDAY 19th NOVEMBER

HIGHLAND GLASS WORKSHOPSLower Dunollie, Oban PA34 5PJ

Adult only workshops 12 noon - 4pmChoose from:

Coaster Painting £10, Xmas Gift Making £15, Xmas Decoration Making £15Duration of workshops is approximately 1 hour.

6pm - 9pmFusing/painting workshops - making a gift & decorations using Bullseye glass.

Also during this time (6pm - 9pm) we will have an open studio hosting a Cupcake andCava evening. This is a free no obligation event where you will be offered a choiceof refreshments upon entry including a glass of Cava and a cupcake, giving you a

chance to wander around our gallery and view a workshop and demonstrations.All workshops must be booked and paid in advance to secure a place.Bookings can be made through www.highlandglass.co.uk/workshops

JEWELLERY MAKING WORKSHOPBOLLIWOOD / THE SMIDDY

George Street, ObanMake your own bespoke silver ring, a gift for that special person or

why not treat yourself.6.30pm Limited spaces so call in to the shop and book in advance.

OBAN PHOENIX CINEMAFantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald 4.30pm 7.30pm

Check cinema for time updates and ticket prices 01631 562905








WINTER PRAISECome and join us for an evening of winter food and praise. Enjoy a mixture of someold favourites and contemporary songs as well as musical performance and prose.Food served from 6.30 pm and musical programme getting underway at 7.30pm.

St Johns Cathedral, George Street, Oban. Entry by donation.Organised by Hope2Oban and local churches.

ANDY’S MAN CLUBAndy’s man club is open every Monday from 7pm - 9pm at Hope Kitchen. We

are a non judgemental group of men that have been through or are goingthrough issues in their lives that they could talk about and share experienceswith other men in similar positions. We supply a safe, friendly environment formen to do this with tea, coffee and delicious home baking. New members are

vital and we would love to see you. Come along, even it’s just to see what we do.All we ask is confidentiality.

New Hope, 2 Soroba Road, Oban 7pm - 9pm

TUESDAY 20th NOVEMBER

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BLASAD GAIDHLIG (GAELIC TASTER SESSION)7pm - 8.30pm

Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, ObanLearn some basic Gaelic words and phrases in this informal, fun

Gaelic taster session. Free






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OLD OBAN SLIDE SHOWOban Commercial Lodge, 180 Albany Street, Oban

Tea and Mince PiesEntry £4

All proceeds to Cancer Research UK









10am - 2pm 2pm - 5pmChildren’s coaster painting at a special price of £6 (plus p & p if required)

Small fusing class suitable for children aged 6 and over - £15(Must be accompanied by an adult)

All workshops must be booked and paid in advance to secure a place.Bookings can be made through www.highlandglass.co.uk/workshops


The Madness of King George recorded live 7pm £12 per ticket with bar.


WEDNESDAY 21st NOVEMBER

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BUTH-OBRACH DRANA / GAELIC DRAMA WORKSHOP7pm - 9pm Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban

Suitable for adults and children with all levels of fluency and complete beginners.Free












COOLIO’S COASTAL CLEANSGeorge Street Beach 12.30pm

Corran Esplanade (near the Marina) 12.30pm - 2pm

Join New Hope and Footprint Alba volunteers for the Wednesday clean up of Oban’sfront shore. Meet at New Hope, Soroba Road 10.30am or George Street slip 10.45am.

Lunchtime stroll? Why not catch some fresh west coast air and join us on a lunchbreak mini beach clean...for 2 minutes, ten, fifteen or twenty minutes...whatever you

can spare. Every single piece of debris removed helps our wildlife, the planet andtherefore us! Equipment provided but bring protective gloves if possible.

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NIPS AND NIBBLESCheese & Whisky at Oban Distillery 2pm

Sample our local Oban Malt Whisky alongside specially selected cheesefrom Inverloch Cheese Company. Enjoy an introduction to the cheese from the

producer himself alongside an introduction to our malt whisky.Nips & Nibbles with Oban 14 Year Old £9

Nips & Nibbles with Oban Distillers Edition £10Call distillery to book 01631 572004

WEDNESDAY 21st NOVEMBER

THURSDAY 22nd NOVEMBER

PLAN B FOR UTOPIA(Theatre Dance Performance)

Corran Halls Studio Theatre 7pmFirst premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2015, Plan B for Utopia is a

playful dance theatre performance exploring the notion of utopia and the role thatimagination and creativity can play as a driving force for change in our lives. Mixingdance, theatre and storytelling, the piece creates an intimate space where audience

and performers can engage in a common endeavour to re-imagine the world.Tickets £12 from Corran Halls or online at www.therockfieldcentre.org.uk






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FEALLA-DHA FURAN / FUIRAN FAMILY FUN12 noon - 1pm Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban

Songs, stories and rhymes for children (0 - 5) and their parents.Hosted by Pigheid, the Gaelic speaking parrot.

Free

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A WOMBLING WONDERFUL CHRISTMASWith Footprint Alba and Hana Wilde

How many lives does an object have?What does and could happen to the things we readily throw away?

What kind of objects wash up on our shores?What can we do?

Join wildlife biologist Janie Steele and guest artist Hana Wilde to transformshore found items and difficult to recycle materials into beautiful

Christmas decorations. Learn new techniques to design your ownbespoke decorations and to find the beauty in the things we discard.

Perle Hotel, Oban6.30pm - 9.30pm

£15 per person £10 concessionsRefreshments included

For info or to book contact 07530 314 127or [email protected]

THURSDAY 22nd NOVEMBER


10am - 2pm2pm - 5pm

Children’s coaster painting at a special price of £6 (plus p & p if required)Small fusing class suitable for children aged 6 and over - £15

(Must be accompanied by an adult)All workshops must be booked and paid in advance to secure a place.Bookings can be made through www.highlandglass.co.uk/workshops

KINTYRE GIN AND OBAN CHOCOLATE7pm - 9pm

Oban Chocolate Company, Esplanade, ObanJoin us for an evening of Kintyre Gin Cocktails and Oban Chocolates.

Tickets available from Oban Chocolate Company Shop from 1st November.Raffle for local charities.








OBAN PHOENIX CINEMA6pm - Children’s surprise film for late night shopping £3

Fantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald 4.30pm 7.30pm


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THURSDAY 22nd NOVEMBERLATE NIGHT SHOPPING

OBAN PHOTOGRAPHIC CENTREGeorge Street, Oban

BEST WISHESGeorge Street, Oban Open until 8pm20% off Xmas lights & boxes of Xmas cards.

CRAZEGeorge Street, Oban Open until 8pm20% off all rugs. All shoes half price.

Order your Christmas canvases now. 10% off for one night only. Open until 8.30pm.

We are open until 8pm for late night shopping. 10% discount for one night only.

ALBAAlbany Street, ObanPop in and see our new lines. Unique gifts exclusive to Alba. Free earlybird goodie bags. Christmas hospitality evening. Open till 8pm.

SQUEEZE JUICE BARArgyll Square, ObanWe are staying open for late night shopping. Pop in and see us.Open till 9pm.

OUTSIDE EDGEMacGregor Court, Argyll Square, Oban

THE JETTY GALLERYGeorge Street, Oban Open until 8pm

BOLLYWOOD / THE SMIDDY - Jewellery Making DemonstrationGeorge Street, Oban20% off Jewellery 10% off candles Festive Nibbles

CANCER RESEARCH SHOPGeorge Street, Oban Open until 8pmWe will be open for late night shopping. Come in and see our newChristmas range. Sale of DVD’s and clothes. Christmas nibbles.

MAISON CHIC82 George Street, ObanJoin us for late night shopping. 25% off 6pm - 9pmXmas gifts, Candles, Retro goods, Jewellery, Dresses.Prosecco & mince pies. Free goody bag for first 20 customers.Collection for Hope Kitchen.

THE GEM BOXEsplanade, Oban 9am - 7.30 pm20% discount. Free gift when you spend £25Come along and enjoy sherry and shortbread. Open 9am - 730pm

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OBAN BAY GIFTSGeorge Street, Oban Open 9am - 8pmFestive nibbles and mulled wine.

ROOM 1515 Stafford Street, Oban Open 6pm - 9pmJoin us for a bit of leisurely late night shopping.Festive nibbles. Goody bags for first 20 paying customers.

GALLERY ON THE NORTH PIERScottish Landscape PaintingsOpen 2pm - 9pm afternoons.5pm - 9pm for late night shopping. Late night refreshments.

HIGHLAND SOAP COMPANYGeorge Street, ObanWe are opening late for the Winter Festival and are offeringa free gift with every purchase. Open until 9pm.

ORSAYStevenson Street, ObanCome along for the first look at new and exclusive Christmasranges made just for Orsay, Oban. Open 5.30pm - 8pm

MARY’S MEALSStevenson Street, ObanJoin us for a night of entertainment, nibbles & refreshments.Goodie bags for first 30 customers. Book ahead in shop toavoid disappointment.

COSTA COFFEEStation Square, ObanWe are open for late night shopping. Pop in and see us.

BUTTON NOSE BOUTIQUEStevenson Street, ObanFree goody bags for first 20 customers after 5pm.Open 10am - 8.30pm

OBAN DISTILLERYStafford Street, ObanJoin us at the distillery for late night shopping and discounts.Some great gift ideas for Christmas including personalisedbottle and glass engravings. Open 6pm - 9pm.

OBAN WHISKY AND FINE WINESStafford Street, Oban Open 6pm - 8pmOban Whisky and Fine Wines will be launching our exclusiveChristmas wine list and we are inviting people to come andtry a selection of these absolutely free. Pop in to chat to ourwine experts and take advantage of the exclusive discountsavailable on the night.

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MCCAIG’S WAREHOUSESouth Pier, ObanCome in and see our lovely Autumn / Winter collection.Live models. Open until 8pm.

CARERS CENTREAlbany Street, Oban Open until 8.30pmPop in to see us for late night shopping. We will be sellinglocally made crafts. Enjoy live music, tea, coffee, mulledgrape juice and mince pies. Come and hear about thecentre services. Open to carers for support.

OBAN CRAFT COLLECTIVERailway Pier, Oban Open until 9pmWe will be open for late night shopping. Pop in and seesome craft demonstrations on the night. We have lots goingon over the Winter Festival. Check our Facebook page.

BRUCE LOW HAIRStevenson Street, Oban Open 6.30pm - 9pm10% off all Xmas gift packs. Pop in for some winter punch.

THE DOVE CENTREStevenson Street, Oban Open 5pm - 8.30pmDrop in and look around our centre. We are celebrating our1st year annivarsary and will be open for late night shoppingMince pies, mulled wine, live music. All welcome.

FANCY THAT & SCI FI PLANETGeorge street, Oban Open until 8pm for late nightshopping. 10% discount on the night.

OBAN CYCLESGeorge street, Oban Open for late night shopping .Free inner tube with every purchase and free child’s helmetwith child’s bike ordered. Xmas Club Payment Scheme.

LITTLE BAY CAFEStafford Street, Oban Open for late night shopping.Soup, coffee, tea, cakes. Open until 8pm.

DOLCE VITAGeorge Street, Oban We are open for late night shopping.Tea, coffee, desserts. 10% off all foodstuffsOpen until 8pm.

BRITISHHEART FOUNDATIONGeorge Street, ObanOpen for late night shoppingPop in for Xmas goodies.

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WINE CALL MY BLUFF NIGHTTaynuilt Golf Club Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start.

£15 per person which includes 6 different wines and nibbles.6 rounds, tasting a wine in each round and guessing the correct description

from the three descriptions provided. Fantastic prizes to be won.Tickets on sale now. E-mail or messenger Alex Needham to book your tickets:

[email protected] Cash bar also available.

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LEU LEABHAR (CHILDREN’S GAELIC READING GROUP )Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban 4pm - 5pm

A relaxed reading session for children. This session also involvessome drama games conducted through the medium of Gaelic. Free

WHISKY TASTINGThe Whisky Shop, George Street, Oban 6.30pm

Enjoy 5 drams from our limited and exclusive Single Cask Malts foronly £15. Pre-booking advised. Make sure you reserve a spot before

they are all gone. 01631 570896 [email protected]

CHOIRS AND CANDLESSt John’s Cathedral, Oban 7.30pm

Back by popular demand in the atmospheric St John’s Cathedral.Oban Gaelic Choir Taynuilt Gaelic Choir

Bach Choir Lorn Chorus and other local choirs.Entry by donation








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Nae Pasaran - Scottish Documentary £5 8pm


WHISKY TASTINGOban Whisky and Fine Wines, Stafford Street, Oban

8pmJoin us for our exclusive launch of TWO of our very own recently bottled casks ofwhisky. We will also be showcasing some other fine single cask whiskies on the

evening and special offers will be available on all 6 whiskies featured in the tasting.Tickets £15 available from Oban Whisky and Fine Wines.

DUNOLLIE AFTER DARKEver seen Dunollie Castle at night and felt a chill creep up your spine or

heard strange sounds coming from the woods. Now is your chance to come andexplore the spooky Dunollie After Dark. As this is an outdoor event, suitable footwear,

warm clothes and a torch are recommended. Please note, the path to the castle is fairlysteep and requires a reasonable level of fitness.

7.30pm Event lasts approx. 90 minutes. Tickets £10Strictly over 16’s only

To book call 01631 570500 between 10am and 5pm Mon-Frior visit www.dunollie.org

WINTER FESTIVAL DISCO FOR P7 - S2Enjoy a unique school disco experience with a superb mix of musicAnd LED lighting effects. Juice bar and energy station for sweets

and crisps.The View, George Street, Oban

7pm - 9pm Entry £3

THE ULTIMATE CLUB EXPERIENCE FOR S3 - S6Think top dance tunes, sing out loud anthems. The best in R & B

and hip hop. Enjoy a full club experience with DJ’s, mixing decks, lights,smoke machine and bouncers on the door. Event organised by Oban Youth Café,

Oban High School, Atlantis Leisure, Police Scotland.The View, George Street, Oban9.30pm - 11.30pm Entry £4

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MOSSFIELD MUSIC NIGHTCHUNKS (Oban’s Top Trio - Classic Rocking Covers)

CALUM JONES & THE TRAD PROJECT (Energised Rocking Trad)NEON SHEBA (Oban’s own prog-rock groovers)

Top quality hot foods. Various hot and cold drinks.Suitable as a family event (unlicensed)

Under 14’s must be accompanied by an adult.Mossfield Igloo Dome, Mossfield Car Park. Doors Open and Food from 6pm.

Starts 7pm Curfew 10pm Entry by local charity collection



FUIRAN BOOKBUG10.30 am Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban

Learn Gaelic with your child in a fun, informal way through action songs, rhymesand stories. Free

WINTER IN THE WOODSVisit the beautifully lit wintry woods, the enchanted walled garden and grounds

of Glencruitten. A night time walking event for all ages with stories, performances,challenges, lightshow and wonders. Explore Glencruitten’s hidden beauty in the

woods and gardens to complete your quest. Visit our themed igloo with storytellerand face painter. Witness local characters in action and see nature like never before.

On site facilities and refreshments available. No midges guaranteed.Bring a torch and wear good footwear. See website for info.

ENTRY STRICTLY BY MINIBUS SHUTTLE FROM STATION SQUARE (Bank of Scotland)5pm LAST BUS LEAVES 7pm 5 MINUTE JOURNEY ENTRY BY DONATION

STRICTLY NO PUBLIC PARKING OR DROP OFF AT EVENTALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

GLENCRUITTEN WOODS AND GREENSHOOTS BY OBAN

CLEARCALL COMHRAIDH / GAELIC CONVERSATION GROUP12 noon - 1.30pm Fuiran Gaelic Centre, Corran Halls, Oban

A relaxed informal conversation group for adults with all levels ofGaelic fluency. Free




Station Square 11am - 3pm 3 tries for £3


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HIGHLAND GLASS WINTER FESTIVAL FREE WORKSHOPCome and make a shaker with Highland Glass to carry in the

Winter Festival Big Racket Finale Parade on Sunday.Booking essential - Call 07496 798 412 or e-mail: [email protected]

MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNINGGlencruitten Church Hall 10am - 12 noon

Baking Stall and Raffle for Big Hamper

OBAN CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHCoffee morning and Christmas Fayre.

Argyll Street, Oban 10.30am - 3.30pm

ATLANTIS LEISURE ROLLER DISCO11am - 1pm £4 includes skate hire £2.20 if you bring your own skates.

Atlantis Leisure, Oban

BOOK THEMED CRAFTY Café AND BOOK EXCHANGEYouth Café, George Street, Oban 12 noon - 4pm

Celebrating Book Week Scotland (children & young people’s books)Everyone welcome. Very informal. Home baking, hot drinks, face painting.

Range of crafts for adults and children to try.Book exchange - bring your old books and swap them.

Donations collected for Mary’s Meals.

OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL FOOD & CRAFT MARKETA feast of food, drink and crafts from local producers includingConfectionary, Meat, Fish, Pies and Preserves. Live Music

Oban Distillery Cask Room and Visitor Centre10am - 4pm Free Entry

OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL MARKETCorran Halls, Oban

A variety of stalls and children’s workshops. Food from Catch a Carrot.10am - 4pm Free Entry

TARTAN DASHWear some tartan and join parkrun for the Tartan Dash.

Walk or run, it’s up to you!Register in advance via parkrun.com

Pipers, Food, Fun and Run!Ganavan 9.30am

HAGGIS HURLINGWho will be the Haggis Hurling Champion this year?

Come along to Ganavan and have a throw. Adult and Child trophy.£1 per throw. Proceeds to Oban High School Pipe Band.

10am - 12 noon at the shinty pitch, Ganavan.

MAREK KOCHMANSKI PIANO RECITALGlencruitten Church Hall, Oban

Tickets on the door £10 (children free)Doors open from 6.45pm Performance at 7pm


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Nae Pasaran - Scottish Documentary £5 8pmCheck cinema for time updates and ticket prices 01631 562905

OCEAN FOOD FOR CHRISTMASJoin the university town’s students in the Ocean Explorer Centre at Dunstaffnage

to explore seafood. There will be talks, displays, games and hopefully tastingopportunities about farmed products from the sea, covering topics including

health benefits, cultivation methods, animal welfare and evironmental sustainability.Enjoy a visit to the fabulous Café Scientifique and find the Christmas gift

with a difference in our shop.Come and ‘sea’ the world a little differently!

11am - 3.30pmEntry £3 (kids are free)

REBEL WRITING FAIR: POP-UP ART & BOOK FESTIVALThe Rockfield Centre 12 noon - 4pm

Join us for this all-day, all-ages celebration of books and writing with an arty twist.We’ll be filling our hut with stalls to grab your interest and make connections

with writings. There will be a book café featuring work from local writers or withlocal connections. Books to browse and performances to hear. Drop-in writing

workshops on flash fiction, poetry and rap for wee ones to auld yins, book spinepoetry and song lyric inspired art competitions - and much more!

Refreshments and home baking will be served.All ages free. Donation entry All welcome.

WURDPLAY #4 REBEL WRITERSThe Rockfield Centre

Join us for Wurdplay, our regular spoken work open mic - this time with a Rebel theme.We’ll be sharing the newest work from local writers along with rebel voices fromaround the world. Perform your work or share something that inspires you - or

just come and listen.Refreshments available

Free Donation entry All welcome




On site facilities and refreshments available. No midges guaranteed.Bring a torch and wear good footwear.

See website for info.

ENTRY STRICTLY BY MINIBUS SHUTTLE FROM STATION SQUARE (Bank of Scotland)5pm LAST BUS LEAVES 7pm 5 MINUTE JOURNEY ENTRY BY DONATION





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ANNUAL ST ANDREW’S PIPE BAND CEILIDHOban Pipe Band, Mary Catherine MacNeil, Sileas Sinclair, Angus MacColl,

Sinclair School of Dance, The Argyll Ceilidh Trail.Dance to the music of Ceol an Aire.

Fear-am-tighe: Rev Dugald CameronArgyllshire Gathering Halls, Oban.

7.30pm for 8pmTickets £7 from Oban Music and on the door.

Raffle.

BREW & COPerle Hotel, Station Square, Oban

Come along to our café bar and listen to Gregor Coleman (finalist on X Factor)Gregor will be playing from 8pm - 11pm

CUAN MORGeorge Street, Oban

Cuan Mor Bar and Restaurant will be serving Trio of Haggis starter and Neeps andTatties main course.

Why not come and wash it down with one of our fabulousWinter Festival Cocktails.

MOSSFIELD DISCO NIGHTLOCAL DJ’s AND SILENT DISCO NIGHT

Handbags or Headbanging - show the other generation how it’s done.Simultaneous main DJ’s and request based silent “disco” (headphones)

Bring your own downloaded tunes to play through the silent disco.All styles welcome - it’s up to you to get down.

Headsets 50p / 15 mins - Ear defenders available for others.Top quality hot foods. Various hot and cold refreshments.

Suitable as family event (dome unlicensed)U14’s must be accompanied by an adult -stewarded event.

DISCO DOME - MOSSFIELD CAR PARKDOORS / FOOD FROM 6PM STARTS 6.30 - 10PM

Entry free - Donation to local charity.







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CUAN MORGeorge Street, Oban

Cuan Mor Bar and Restaurant will be serving Trio of Haggis starter and Neeps andTatties main course.

Why not come and wash it down with one of our fabulousWinter Festival Cocktails.




Station Square 11am - 3pm 3 tries for £3

WHISKY FESTIVALOld Filling Store, Oban Distillery

Come along to meet some of the team from Oban Distillery and alsofrom our sister distilleries including Clynelish and Dalwhinnie. Meet our Cooper andlearn about the ancient art of coopering. Enjoy a dram and learn about what makes

each malt so unique. Enjoy a Hot Toddie or sample our new Nips and Nibbleswhisky and cheese platter.

Entry to the event is free but there will be a charge for the whisky offerings.Oban Distillery

1pm - 3pm

HAGGIS FESTIVALCask Room, Oban Distillery

Scottish Butchers go head to head to win the coveted Golden Haggis Award.Come along to Oban Distillery, taste the haggis and cast your vote in

The People’s Choice Award.1pm - 3pm Entry £2

Proceeds to Oban High School Pipe Band.




On site facilities and refreshments available. No midges guaranteed.Bring a torch and wear good footwear.

See website for info.

ENTRY STRICTLY BY MINIBUS SHUTTLE FROM STATION SQUARE (Bank of Scotland)12 NOON LAST BUS LEAVES 2pm 5 MINUTE JOURNEY ENTRY BY DONATION




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COOLIO’S CREATIVE COASTAL CLEAN-UPWith Footprint Alba

Join us on George Street beach for an afternoon of marine litter related fun andactivities for the family including Run Around, art activities and an opportunity to

make your musical shaker or other instruments ready for the Big Racket Parade at 5pm.Cost £3 per person with all proceeds to help fund the education & awareness

programmes. Light refreshments / winter warmer drinks will be available.Please bring your re-useable cup!

George Street Beach 12.30pm - 3.30pm

VIP G & TEA @ THE PERLEBrew & Co, Perle Hotel, Station Square, Oban

2pm - 4pmHigh Tea with a pot of Gin or Tea for 2.

Tickets £30 (for 2 people) Limited availability.Cashmere and Tweed fashions with Pearl and Diamond Jewellery.

Balloon Pop table prize included in ticket price.Charity: Alzheimers Research UK

FINALETHE BIG RACKET

Led by Oban High School Pipe Band.Bring an instrument to play and join the parade.

Prize for best home made instrument.Parade leaves Corran Halls at 5pm

5.10pm - Parade arrives at Oban Distillery Gathering.New courtyard stage, live music, ceilidh dancing & magic in the air.Come round and see our new indoor food market where you can

sing along as you have a pimms or hot toddie.Varied selection of courtyard snacks, soups and warming drinks.

Enjoy the partyLook out for snow

Fire Art by Funky ChickenStilt Walkers

MagicianBalloon Art

Stunning Unique settingBE BRIGHT - BE SEEN AT NIGHT - BRING TORCHES.

FIREWORKS 7PMView of McCaig’s Tower essential.

Best viewed from Station Square or Stafford Street.





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MICHAEL CASSIDYOban Music Group are delighted to welcome back Oban favourite

Michael Cassidy for an intimate gig on the final night of the Winter Festival.Michael’s blend of acoustic folk guitar and Scottish brogue has seen him

support the likes of Amy MacDonald and Ben Howard. Awarded the prestigiousGerry Rafferty Songwriting Award in 2012, this gig will showcase work from

his new EP “I Never Made It”, released on 23rd November.Come along after the fireworks display and warm yourself with a dram

and hear one of Scotland’s best young talents.This is a free event so be sure to get along early for a seat.

9pm Brew & Co

ST ANDREW’S DAY CELEBRATION


ST ANDREW’S DAY CEILIDH

Oban High School Traditional School of Music is now in it’s7th year and was set up by music teacher Morven Gageto encourage talented young musicians within the school

to work together as a group, increase their repertoirewithin the traditional music genre and take part in manygreat opportunities for live concert performances and

playing for ceilidh dances throughout the year.Led by tutors Sileas Sinclair, Finlay Wells, Joanie Garvinand Lorne MacDougall, the group sing Gaelic and Scotssongs and play a large number of instruments including

pipes, fiddles, accordians, whistles and flutes, allrhythmically accompanied by piano and guitar.

OHS Trad School of Music are very fortunate to becontinually supported by Mr Bain and Oban High School

and go from strength to strength each year.A number of former members are now studying musicperformance at universities and colleges throughout

the country, flying the flag for Oban and Lorne.Come along to our St Andrew’s Night Ceilidh anddance the night away to some lively music and

beautiful songs.The View, George Street, Oban. 7.30pm

Tickets £8 Concessions £5 Family Ticket £20Tickets from Oban Music or on the door.

SALTIRES - Look out for Saltires on McCaig’s Tower for St Andrew’s Day

SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER

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ST ANDREW’S FAIR SATURDAYPERLE HOTEL

Rockfield Gaelic Choir will be performing on St Andrew’s Fair Saturday in thePerle Hotel. Come along and support the children. Station Square, Oban 2pm

OBAN PHOENIX CINEMA PRESENTSA 6 Day Festival of Film

Anna and the Apocalypse - A Scottish Zombie Film8pm


YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR MARKETCome along and see the young entrepreneurs showcase their talent

At this new event.Oban Distillery Old Filling Room 10am - 4pm

FUIRAN GAELIC CENTRECorran Halls, Oban

Furan BookbugLearn Gaelic with your child in a fun, informal way through action songs,

rhymes and stories. 10.30am

Conversation GroupA relaxed, informal conversation group for adults with all levels

of Gaelic fluency. 12 noon - 1.30pm

Blasad Gaidhlig - Gaelic Taster SessionLearn some basic Gaelic words and phrases in this informal, fun,

Gaelic taster session.

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Many thanks to our funders:Tesco Bags for Help

Argyll & Bute CouncilScottish Sea Farms

Event Scotland

Photo: Stephen Lawson

Thanks to our supporters:Oban Distillery, Perle Hotel, Columba Hotel, Oban Youth Hostel

West Coast Motors, The Oban Times, Digital Land SurveysVisit Scotland

Eleanor MacKinnon, Daniel MacIntyre, Paul Ritchie, Rob Graham,Ann Buchanan, Margaret Cooper.

Photo: Colin Cooper Photography

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Join us at Oban Phoenix Cinemaon Saturday 17th November for aspecial showing of Mary Poppins.Tickets from Cinema box office.

SiMBA is here to support anyone whohas suffered the loss of a baby duringpregnancy or close to the time of birth.We donate Memory Boxes tobereaved families.We refurbish family rooms in hospitals.We offer advanced bereavement carestudy days.We install memorial Trees of Tranquility.We have online bereavement support groups and 24 houron-line support.We organise family friendly awareness events through-out the year.

The Oban support group, run by Susan Simpson, SiMBA HighlandAmbassador, takes place at the Rockfield Centre, Oban on the firstThursday of each month from 7pm - 9pm.


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