Join us, at Port Street in Annan, on Saturday 20th September 2025 for our annual Annan Harbour Festival – a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, nature and coastal heritage.
With over 50 stalls, live music, hands-on workshops, children’s activities and the return of the Tall Ship La Malouine (complete with pirates!), this year promises to be our biggest and most exciting festival yet.
Programme of Events
Festival Opens at 10am on Saturday 20th September
Welcome music from The Solway Pipers
Street food, craft stalls, partner exhibits and children’s activities open for the day
Join us at Annan Harbour for a day of family-friendly autumn themed activities including the opportunity to explore the Tall Ship La Malouine!
This year, we’re excited to have the Tall Ship La Malouine at the harbour! Join us for fun activities on board, including:
a pirate treasure hunt knot-tying challenge halloween crafting marshmallow toasting pick your own pumpkin!
+ Don’t forget to dress up!
📅 Date: 26th October 2024 ⏰ Time: Choose from two time slots: 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM or 2:00 PM – 3:45 PM 💰 Cost: £3 per child (cash only at entrance) 📍 Location: Annan Harbour, Port Street
Annan Harbour Action Group are thrilled to announce the start of a new Photography Group in Annan.
Open to everyone aged 13 and up, this group is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills, participate in our projects, gain valuable experience, and be part of the Saltire Awards. You’ll also have the chance to help us with events and take part in exhibitions!
Led by Mike Evans, talented photographer, Men’s Shedder, and a very creative, active member of Annan Harbour Action Group. You can enjoy Mike’s work here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ 📷✨
🗓️ FIRST Group Meeting – Saturday 19th October ⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 87 Port Street, Annan DG12 6BT
Bring along: 🌟 A photo you’ve taken (digital or print) 🌟 A photo that inspires you (by someone else) 🌟 Your camera or phone for snapping new shots 🌟 Your ideas on how you’d like the group and your own photography to grow.
Following the meeting we can have a photo walk and discuss what we have taken at the next meeting of the Annan Harbour Action Group Photographers.
Annan Harbour Festival promises a day of fun for all ages this Saturday!
This Saturday, 21st September, Annan Harbour will come alive from 10 AM to 4 PM for the annual Annan Harbour Festival, with a full day of exciting activities, stalls, and entertainment for all ages.
With over 40 stalls, visitors can explore the best of local producers, crafters, environmental initiatives, and community partners. The festival will showcase a wide range of goods and services, making it the perfect place to support local businesses and discover new products.
Throughout the day, there will be:
Live music from Annan Town Band, The Solway Pipers, and Paragon, with a unique opportunity for festival goers to join in an inclusive jamming session with Paragon musicians – no experience necessary.
For the food enthusiasts, there will be a cooking demonstration, offering some tasty insights and tips.
A hands-on bat boxes workshop will take place during the day, followed by an exciting bat walk in the evening, giving visitors a chance to learn about and contribute to local wildlife conservation efforts.
For younger visitors, there will be a bouncy castle and face painting to keep them entertained throughout the day.
For the more adventurous, there will be power boat rides and opportunities to try rowing on the harbour.
Plus, if all goes as planned, the thrilling ship La Malouine may sail into the harbour once again!
This year’s Annan Harbour Festival promises to be a fun-filled day for the entire community, so don’t miss out!
Entry is free, and all are welcome to come and enjoy the festivities.
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Please help us plan our upcoming local events and activities by sharing your preferences in our quick Community Event & Activity Survey.
Your feedback will help us, Annan Harbour Action Group, choose future topics and activities best suited to your interests. To begin, please click on the link provided below:
a pirate treasure hunt 
