Stroll around and see the various exhibitions in the many little galleries or perhaps watch the boats unload their catches at the picturesque harbour.

There are various different pursuits eg.walking, cycling, fishing, golfing, photography, history and art to name a few, in fact whatever your pastime you are sure to find an outlet for it in Kirkcudbright and district.

A wide range of activities have been arranged by Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities suitable for all age groups and interests. Summer Festivities events have been organised through July & August including Photo Exhibitions, Art Exhibitions and musical events.

A small sample of these events is listed below however at Anchorlee B&B we can provide guests with information on things to do and places to visit to ensure you enjoy your stay in Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway.

Spring Fling
2nd - 5th June 2012

Art and craft open studio event. Make a weekend of it in Dumfries and Galloway.

Kirkcudbright Jazz Festival
14th, 15th, 16th and 17th June 2012

A celebration of classic New Orleans and Dixieland Jazz and Swing music, with a Saturday street parade of decorated brollies, a Sunday jazz service and opportunities to dine to jazz in local restaurants.

Galloway Children's Festival
Sunday 1st July 2012

Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright, Sunday 1st July
2012- 11.00 am - 3.00pm.

The Annual Galloway Childrens Festival is a fun-filled event with music, story-telling, theatre, puppets and magic for all the family. The festival also includes workshops, a giant bouncy play area and numerous stands and stalls that will keep the children occupied and entertained the whole day. This it there will be a bouncy castle for the bigger kids!

The Chocolate Factory

Come along to the Cocoabean for a day full of fun for all the family. A fantastic visitor attraction where kids make chocolate creations in our interactive workshops and explore the indoor play areas, outdoor play areas and soft play

Kirkcudbright Summer Festivities
Scottish Nights on Thursday Nights
19th, 26th July
2nd, 9th, 16th, 23th August

Held in the Harbour Square, a natural arena in the middle of town, the night features traditional Scottish Pipe music from our award winning Kirkcudbright and District Pipe Band supported by the Stewartry Area Wind Band and Galloway Pipers, Scottish Country Dancers, Highland Dancers and other traditional entertainment.
7pm - 8.30pm each night.

And best of all - ENTRY IS FREE.

Annual Tattoo on Monday 27th August 2012

Cream o' Galloway

Adventure playground, indoor play, family bike tracks, miles of nature trails and wildlife spotting. Daily farm tours and ice cream tasting events. Luxury ice cream, delicious meals and snacks.

The Wickerman Festival
20th - 21st July 2012

Winner of the UK Best Grass Roots Festival Award 2007, the festival takes its inspiration from the 70s cult movie , filmed in Dumfries & Galloway, which climaxes with the burning of a giant wickerman.