What's On
Events along the NC500
Highland Games, folk festivals, wildlife weekends, and craft fairs — discover what's happening along the route during your visit.
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Motoring
North Coast 500 Festival of Speed
21–22 June 2026
Inverness
A celebration of classic cars and motorbikes gathering in Inverness before a 2-day scenic tour of the NC500 route.
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