Events
Since our launch, BID St Andrews has been dedicated to delivering a diverse range of projects, services, and improvements for the town centre.
From working with other organisations to organise unforgettable community events, to enhancing local businesses, we want to promote all St Andrews has to offer and make it shine!
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Here’s what’s on the horizon for 2025 – stay tuned for exciting updates and initiatives that support the heart of our town!
The Big Hoolie
29th November 2025
Where better to celebrate St Andrew’s Day than right here in St Andrews? Returning for its seventh year in 2025, The Big Hoolie promises an unforgettable day packed with festivities. Enjoy a community market, a live music stage, an exhilarating outdoor ceilidh, and a spectacular fireworks display to cap it all off.
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19th March 2025
​The Kate Kennedy Spring Procession is a beloved annual event that takes place every April, celebrating the rich history of St Andrews. Featuring over one hundred characters in stunning period attire, the procession culminates in the grand reveal of the mystical Lady Kate. This year marks the 99th anniversary of this cherished tradition, happening on Saturday, April 19th. Don’t miss out on this spectacular event!
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25th - 27th April 2025
St Andrews' International Film Festival is back for its third year! With the theme of BEGINNINGS, the festival has firmly established itself as both a major addition to the Scottish cultural calendar and a key player in the global film festival circuit. Over the course of three exciting days, filmmakers and film lovers will converge on the iconic Scottish town for a stunning lineup of premieres and industry events. It’s an unmissable celebration of cinema!
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St Andrews Pride
27th April 2025
St Andrews Pride is back this year on Sunday, 27th April! The event will begin at the Students' Association at 1:30 PM, with the march starting at 2:00 PM. Everyone is welcome, and there will be a post-parade Pride party on Lower College Lawn from 2:30 PM until 4:00 PM.
