What's On in Perthshire This Month

 
Perthshire in December offers plenty of festive experiences, from snowly, woodland walks and wildlife spotting to Christmas markets, Light trails, Skiing & Sleding, and Santa's Grottos, Perthshire is the perfect place to embrace and enjoy the magic of Christmas and New Year.
What's On in Perthshire This Month

Santa and Reindeer Day in Dunkeld

The Dunkeld and Birnam Santa Day is one of the best Christmas events in Scotland.

At 1pm Santa and his Reindeer lead the festive parade from Birnam Hotel over the bridge into Dunkeld and into Santa' Grotto on the main square. There's also a Christmas Market, full of wonderful crafts, gifts and local produce to enjoy.

If you fancy something more high energy, there's also a Santa Run to watch or take part in!  More >

Pitlochry Street Party

The New Year Street Party in Piltochry has been going since 1999.

It now attracts about 5,000 a year to enjoy free food and music. 

The Party starts around 12noon, when the streets fill with people from far and wide to enjoy music and dancing down the (closed to traffic!) main street.

Hogmanay in Aberfeldy

Celebrate the New Year in Aberfeldy's main square.

With a lineup of local bands playing to good-natured a crowd, enjoy Scottish hospitality at its best.

See in the New Year in style with the annual firework display at the bells.

This is a free of charge, community led event.  More>

Perth Christmas & Craft Market

An outdoor market with stalls selling arts & crafts, artisan food, plants and shrubs and food to go, Perth Christmas & Craft Market is the perfect place to pick up a gift or just linger a while to soak up the festive atmosphere.

There's free entertinament to enjoy also with music featuring local acts and groups, Horne' Pleasure Rides, Street Food and Street Entertainers. More > 

Perth Wildlife Lights Trail

Featuring local wildlife-themed light installations, like luminous otters, salmon, stags and unicorns, Perth's Festive of Light centres around the River Tay and Perth Theatre and Plaza.

It's a seasonal display with the trial often including other city light displays.

Wrap up warm and hunt for illuminated creatures in various locations along the trail.

Perfect festive fun for all ages.

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Guest Reviews

Perfect holiday home, perfect location and the property had everything you need. Lovely peaceful setting. Culic Brae just beautiful and over looking Ben Vrackie. The climb up to the summit of the Ben, with spectacular views and the best pub food at the Moulin Hotel when you complete your walk!


August 2025
There really is very little I could offer after what was a fantastic holiday. The property supplies over and above what you would normally expect in a rental property. In that sense it is the most catered for cottage we have ever stayed in in over 40 years. i.e. they give you more than enough of every day consumables. It really is home from home and the views are to die for.The hosts are really lovely and welcoming but in no way intrusive. We would love to return.


May 2022
We had a fantastic weekend stay at The Bothy. The location was stunning and secluded with amazing views across the countryside. The Bothy itself is beautifully designed (especially the kitchen/dining area!), and perfect for a short break away. Bea very helpfully sent through very clear directions as I think the Satnav would’ve had some trouble finding it. There were some lovely welcoming touches which were very much appreciated. Excellent communication from Bea throughout our stay. We would absolutely recommend The Bothy to anyone looking for a calm and tranquil stay away in the Perthshire countryside.


September 2025