On till 13th April 2008, Ceilidh Culture, Edinburgh. A lively and vibrant celebration of Scottish arts, showcasing music, dance, poetry and storytelling from home and abroad. Individual performances, concerts, workshops and classes in traditional song, music, dance and storytelling all feature. www.ceilidhculture.co.uk will let you know what to expect.

On till 13th April 2008, Dumfries and Galloway Wildlife Festival, Across Dumfries & Galloway. The Dumfries & Galloway Wildlife Festival hosts events arranged to allow you to see some of the region's special wildlife. So if you have never seen a red squirrel, red kte or badger, now is your chance. Experienced wildlife watchers and beginners will both find something of interest in the festival. A full list of all the details can be found at www.wildlifefestival.org.uk

11th to 13th April 2008, Melrose Sevens, Melrose. The largest and best of the Scottish Borders Rugby events. Melrose is the birthplace of Rugby Sevens and is a must to watch event for any rugby fan. Melrose draws thousands of spectators every year so come and join them and see the greatest game of all played at its traditional home. full programme details can be found at www.melroserugby.bordernet.co.uk

18th to 19th April 2008, Scottish Grand National Festival, Ayr. The ultimate event in the Scottish National Hunt calendar which attracts a quality field from across Britain and Ireland. The chase is the culmination of the Gala Casinos Scottish Grand National Festival, a glamorous two-day steeplechasing festival at the recently revamped Ayr Racecourse. Details of the racing can be found at www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

26th and 27th April 2008, Scottish National Scale Model Show, Perth. The Dewars Centre in Perth welcomes the largest scale model show in Scotland. Attracting modellers from all over the UK and Europe, the show features the competition to find the Junior and Senior model-maker in Scotland, model displays and demonstrations of model-making for all skill levels. Visit their website at www.scotnats.org.uk for information on their activities.

24th April to 1st May 2008 O'Neill Highland Open, East Beach, Thurso. Surf's up! One of the most progressive events in competitive surfing, the O'Neill Highland Open returns to Scotland to challenge the best surfers in the world in the ice cold waters of the far north of mainland Scotland. Full details of the meeting can be found at www.oneilleurope.com

26th April 2008, Balmoral Run Balmoral Castle. A one day festival of running set in the beautiful grounds of Balmoral Castle for all ages. A new feature for this year is the Active Schools Challenge. For further details on the event please visit www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

28th April 2008, Oh Whistle Ghost Stories, Strathpeffer Pavilion, Strathpeffer. Ghost stories by M.R. James, performed (by candlelight!) by Robert Lloyd Parry. Can terror be pleasing? Can it give you a thrill? Can it enthrall you? Robert Lloyd Parry is out to prove it can... Further information can be obtained from www.strathpefferpavilion.org

19th and Sunday 20th April 2008, Dundee Spring Garden Show, Dundee. The Spring Garden Show is the prime early spring garden show in Scotland, with lots to interest gardeners of all ages, including specialist Scottish nurseries and local garden centres. Wonderful displays of spring colour, including daffodils, cut flowers, floral art plus gardening talks, craft fair and local produce stalls. Details of this event can be found at www.dundeecity.gov.uk

30th April 2008, Beltane Fire Festival, Edinburgh. To celebrate the arrival of summer the Beltane Fire Festival is one of the most spirited dates on Edinburgh's events calendar. With a exciting mix of fire, costume, drums and pagan ritual on the dramatic setting of Calton Hill. For further information go to www.beltane.org