Article Source: Loch Lomond Shores
Last Updated: 31 January 2017 15:20
Preparations for Scotland’s freshest festival, Springfest, are well underway, and organisers are planning to serve up another feast of food, free fun and entertainment for everyone looking for the perfect day out. Now in its third year, the festival is a celebration of amazing food and drink from across the country. This year’s event takes place on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd April at Loch Lomond Shores, and almost 80 suppliers are expected to set up on the stunning banks of Loch Lomond for the weekend.
The festival is part of Scotland’s Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology in 2017, which will shine a spotlight on Scotland’s rich history and heritage. The food and drink suppliers are either linked with Scotland or use Scottish produce and are passionate about food and drink.
There’ll be fun for all the family as kids get to try being mini chefs at our kids tent, there’s a chance to meet the Easter bunny and follow the Spring treasure trail whilst adults can enjoy popping into the cook demo tent, sponsored this year by Greenergy, throughout the day to pick up tips on cooking up some spring delights as well as listening to live music across the festival site from a range of excellent Scottish musicians.
The festival, just a short drive from Glasgow, Stirling and surrounding towns is free to attend and opens at 10am and closes at 6pm both days.
Kat Kennedy, festival organiser, said: “It’s set to be another great year for Springfest as we have been inundated with booking requests from a wide range of producers across the country. The mix of food and drink that will be on offer will certainly tantalise the taste buds and festivalgoers can also expect to enjoy a great mix of live entertainment from street performers, live music, cooking demos and lots of the vendors will also be providing tastings at their stands too. It’s one of the best free festivals and we can’t wait to welcome everyone".
Buchanan Galleries, together with Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, has donated 500 chocolate Easter Eggs for children in hospital to enjoy.
READ MOREAn independent evaluation published by the Glasgow Centre for Population Health has highlighted significant, wide-ranging benefits delivered by the Go Cycle Glasgow Fund.
READ MOREVEGA, Glasgow's sky-high bar and restaurant, has unveiled a jam-packed new weekly music programme to welcome those sunny spring nights!
READ MOREMulti-platinum selling recording artist and award-winning West End actor, Matt Cardle, will play the role of Shakespeare in the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of & Juliet.
READ MOREThe King's Theatre, Glasgow have announced additional dates for this year's high-flying pantomime adventure, Peter Pan.
READ MORECarmunnock Heritage Trail launches this Easter weekend. It's a unique, free, multi-media tour with 16 QR coded video stops around Glasgow's last remaining village.
READ MORENoughties stars The Cheeky Girls, Gareth Gates and S Club 7's Bradley McIntosh have taken a sip back in time to mark the release of IRN-BRU's new 2000s-inspired flavours!
READ MOREGP Racing Simulators will incorporate 10 professional grade racing simulators, each equipped with a racing seat, steering wheel, pedals and a 43" monitor, alongside a licensed bar and dining complex.
READ MOREMacdonald Hotels, one of the UK’s most popular independent hotel groups, invites you to join them for an Easter break to remember.
READ MORELeadership specialist Gavin Bryce announces the launch of the second Unmasking Leaders Workshop of 2024 on Thursday 11th April in Glasgow returns by demand.
READ MOREDobbies is welcoming families along to 68 of its stores this Easter to enjoy an array of free activities, including its Little Seedlings Club workshop and Easter Holiday sessions.
READ MOREThe search is on to find the best of the best in Scottish tourism as the Scottish Thistles Awards returns.
READ MOREScotland's inaugural Polestar Showroom officially opened at leading retail and leisure destination Silverburn on Friday 22nd March.
READ MOREThis year's FREE Springfest is playing host to two great Scottish chefs – Niall Murray and Rohan Wadke, who will inspire visitors with their FREE cooking demonstrations.
READ MOREA host of brand-new family favourites are landing at Vue this Easter, meaning there are plenty of opportunities to spend quality family time at the big screen during the holidays.
READ MOREGlasgow Film Festival (GFF) 2024 wrapped up on Sunday 10 March by celebrating a bumper year of ticket sales and local and international talent.
READ MORESix by Nico's upcoming menu promises to take guests on a quintessential New York gastronomic excursion.
READ MOREFrom an Easter Egg-stravaganza on Easter Sunday to high-tech golf games suitable for all the family, Topgolf Glasgow is a must-visit destination during the half-term break.
READ MOREStrathclyde University were crowned winners of Scotland’s largest student varsity sporting competition, the Glasgow Taxis Cup, after edging out city rivals Glasgow and Glasgow Caledonian.
READ MORESpring is in the air and with it comes the return of one of Scotland's largest outdoor food and drink festivals to Paisley!
READ MOREAward-winning performance Pain and I by Sarah Hopfinger, about living with chronic pain, and moving with care, returns to tour Scotland.
READ MOREMore than fifty of Glasgow's leading restaurants and cafes have revealed their exclusive menus to mark the countdown to Glasgow Restaurant Week!
READ MOREResidents of Renaissance Care's Glasgow homes were treated to a hearty dose of laughter as they participated in a unique comedy workshop hosted by renowned Scottish comedian, Scott Agnew.
READ MOREFamous Scottish artist, Gerard M Burns, will showcase his exclusive art display at STAG Gallery & Framers in Buchanan Galleries
READ MOREShoppers with a sweet tooth will be spoiled for choice as artisan dessert retailer, Batch'd, opens its doors at Buchanan Galleries.
READ MOREPW Productions will present Stephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's An Inspector Calls at the King's Theatre Glasgow as part of a UK Tour.
READ MOREOver 300 musicians and participants have taken part in an eclectic and life-affirming programme of cultural events for the third annual Govan Music Festival.
READ MOREEddi Reader is set to take her highly anticipated 2024 spring tour to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Sunday 28th April!
READ MOREFull cast and creatives announced for the tour of Maggie & Me, the first stage adaptation of Damian Barr's award-winning memoir touring UK in May and June!
READ MOREThe winner of the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award will be announced at GICF's Comedy Gala on Saturday 30th March at the city's King's Theatre!
READ MOREGo Radio | Number 1 for Glasgow & The West - Listen on DAB, Online or on your Smart Speaker, just say "Launch Go Radio"