Get Ready to Fly High at the Wild Goose Festival!

Autumn is in the air, and you know what that means… it's time for the annual Wild Goose Festival in Dumfries & Galloway! From October 18th to 27th, this amazing festival celebrates the beautiful connection between nature, creativity, and this stunning region of Scotland.

Think exhibitions, guided walks, tours, creative workshops, performances, film screenings, and fascinating lectures. You'll even have the chance to see local and migrating wildlife up close in their natural habitats.

This year, the festival is spreading its wings even further with a dedicated hub in the Loreburne Centre on Dumfries High Street. It's an interactive space where you can really immerse yourself in the spirit of the festival.

Why You Should Flock to the Festival:

  • Celebrate Nature: Connect with the incredible natural world of Dumfries & Galloway, from its breathtaking landscapes to its diverse wildlife.
  • Unleash Your Creativity: Participate in workshops and explore your artistic side.
  • Discover the Region: Learn about the unique cultural heritage of this beautiful corner of Scotland.

Partners and Supporters

The Wild Goose Festival is proud to be part of the Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2024 and receives support from:

  • TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland)
  • Dumfries & Galloway Council
  • Annandale & Nithsdale Community Benefit Company
  • Foundation Scotland
  • Dumfries & Galloway Museums & Heritage Network

A Collaborative Effort

The festival thrives on partnerships with organizations like:

  • The Stove Network
  • BTO (British Trust for Ornithology)
  • Cycling Dumfries
  • Dumfries and Galloway Council Arts and Museums Service (East)
  • ECO LG
  • Fair Scotland
  • Galloway & Southern Ayrshire Biosphere
  • Lift D&G
  • Loch Ken Trust
  • MOOL (Massive Outpouring Of Love)
  • Nature Scot (SNH)
  • PAMIS (Promoting a More Inclusive Society)
  • RSPB
  • Solway Firth Partnership
  • Species on the Edge
  • WWT Caerlaverock Wetland Centre

What They're Saying

Gail MacGregor, the Leader of Dumfries and Galloway Council, perfectly captures the essence of the festival:

"The Wild Goose Festival beautifully promotes our region's stunning environment, landscape and wildlife. The Stove Network and its festival partners have put together an inspiring and thought-provoking programme."

And Marianne Nicholson from WWT Caerlaverock Wetland Centre adds:

"It is a lovely celebration of all things migration and that is what WWT Caerlaverock does best!"

Don't Miss Out!

The full programme is live now at www.wildgoosefestival.scot. Grab a printed guide at The Stove Cafe on Dumfries High Street or at participating partner sites.