What's On the Isle of Jura
December 2025 🎄
Find out what’s on the Isle of Jura this month. From community events and seasonal celebrations to workshops and gatherings, there’s always something happening on the island.
December on Jura is packed with festive cheer, community gatherings, and island celebrations. From wreath-making workshops and carol services to kids’ Christmas parties and cosy evenings at The Antlers.
Join us for amateur dramatics auditions, community meetings, and the traditional Watchnight Service on Christmas Eve. This is island life at its warmest – everyone’s welcome!
Thursday 4th December
🎄 School Christmas Service, Jura Church – 10:15am
Friday 5th December
🎭 JamDram Open Auditions, Care Centre – 7:00pm
Saturday 6th December
🎉 Antlers Party Night (pre-booked), The Antlers – 6:30pm
Sunday 7th December
⛪ 2nd Sunday of Advent Service, Jura Church – 11:30am
🌿 Wreath Making Sessions, Village Hall – Morning & Afternoon
Tuesday 9th December
🏛️ Community Council Meeting, Service Point – 6:30pm
Wednesday 10th December
☕ Afternoon Tea, Care Centre – 2:30pm
Thursday 11th December
⛽ Petrol AGM, Care Centre – 7:30pm
Saturday 13th December
🎅 Kids Christmas Party, Village Hall – 11am-2pm
🎉 Hall Party Night, Village Hall – from 6:30pm
Sunday 14th December
⛪ 3rd Sunday of Advent Service, Jura Church – 11:30am
Tuesday 16th December
🎭 Small Isles School Panto, Village Hall – 2pm & 6pm
Wednesday 17th December
🎄 Seniors Christmas Lunch, Care Centre – 12:30pm
🎻 High School Trad Band, High School – 7-9pm
Friday 19th December
🥧 Antlers Pie and Pint Evening, The Antlers – from 6pm
Saturday 20th December
🎬 “It’s A Wonderful Life” (Film), Village Hall – 6:45pm
Sunday 21st December
🕯️ Carols by Candlelight, Jura Church – 6:00pm
Wednesday 24th December
⛪ Watchnight Service, Jura Church – 11:30pm
Sunday 28th December
⛪ Morning Service, Jura Church – 11:30am
Visitor Information
Most community events on Jura warmly welcome visitors as well as residents. If you’re visiting the island in November, please feel free to join in – whether that’s warming up at the bonfire, browsing the Christmas Fair, or simply sharing a cup of tea at the Care Centre.
Community events are a wonderful way to experience the real Jura beyond the landscape.
Note: Event details subject to change. For updates or more information about any event, check local noticeboards or ask at the Community Shop.
Event information courtesy of Jura Jottings – the island’s community newsletter.
Past Events - Jura 2025
🔥 Bonfire Night at the Hall (with The Antlers)
Wednesday 5th November, 5pm – 7.30pm, Jura Hall
Celebrate Bonfire Night with warming food and community spirit.
The Antlers will be serving up venison or 5-bean chilli loaded baked tatties (£12 / kids £6), perfect for enjoying while watching the fireworks. A cosy, family-friendly evening not to be missed.
🎃 Halloween at the Jura Hotel
Friday 31st October, Jura Hotel
Join us for a spooky night of fun at the Jura Hotel! Expect spot prizes throughout the evening and a special award for the best costume — so dig out your scariest, funniest, or most creative outfit. This is the hotel’s last open night before closing for November, so we’re planning to go out with a bang. Don’t miss it!
26th – 28th September 2025
Craighouse
The Jura Music Festival once again filled the island with the sound of traditional and contemporary Scottish music. Over three days, the village played host to a packed programme of concerts, ceilidhs, workshops, and open sessions that brought musicians and audiences together from near and far.
Highlights included the Friday night locals’ concert — where Jura’s own talent shone on stage — followed by a weekend of unforgettable performances from visiting artists. Workshops offered the chance to learn from the best, while informal sessions spilled out into pubs and community spaces, keeping the music flowing long into the night.
Saturday and Sunday also featured ceilidhs and dances, with plenty of opportunities for everyone to join in, making the festival not just a showcase of music but a true celebration of Jura’s community spirit.
The Jura Music Festival has become a much-loved fixture on the island calendar, drawing regular visitors back each year to experience the unique combination of world-class music, island hospitality, and an unbeatable atmosphere.
✨ This event took place from 27th–29th September 2025 in Craighouse.
Dates: Every Wednesday, 12pm – 4pm, Craighouse Village Hall
The weekly Jura Craft Fair brought the Village Hall to life throughout the summer, with stalls from local makers and producers showcasing the island’s creativity and talent. From hand-crafted gifts and textiles to home baking, preserves, and seasonal produce, it was the perfect place to pick up a unique memento of Jura.
Visitors and locals alike enjoyed browsing the stalls, meeting the makers, and supporting small businesses — all while catching up over tea, coffee, and a generous slice of cake served in the hall.
The fair quickly became a favourite midweek gathering, offering both a taste of Jura’s craftsmanship and a warm community welcome.
✨ This event series took place weekly across summer 2025.
September 21st 2025
The Jura Dog Show is back! Please join us on the Hotel Field, 2pm, this Sunday with your pooch.
We can’t guarantee sunshine but it will be a lot of fun and more importantly it will hopefully raise much needed funds for the Small Isles Parent Council.
There will be coffee and cake, lots of dog based madness and rosettes ( bring a mug if you can )
Saturday 2nd August 2025
Craighouse Village Beach
he Jura Regatta is one of the island’s best-loved traditions — a full day of fun on and off the water. Expect rafts, rowing, sailing, and swimming competitions, with plenty of cheering from the shore.
Once the trophies have been awarded, the celebrations continue into the night with a lively dance in the hall, featuring music from the Lomond Ceilidh Band.
This family-friendly day brings the whole community together, with something for everyone to enjoy — whether you’re taking part, spectating from the beach, or joining in the dancing later on.
This event took place on 2nd August 2025 in Craighouse.
Saturday 26th July 2025
Ardlussa Sports and Dance
A true island tradition, the Ardlussa Sports Day is set to bring the whole community together once again. Expect an afternoon of fun-filled races — from sprints and sack races to hammer throwing, egg-and-spoon, and the much-loved tug-of-war.
There’ll be home baking, burgers on the grill, and plenty of cheering on the sidelines. And once the sports are done, the celebrations continue into the night with a lively ceilidh — this year with music from The Flingstones.
Funds raised will support local charities and causes, making the day not only one of Jura’s most enjoyable gatherings but also one that gives back.
This event took place on 26th July 2025 in Ardlussa.
🏃 Jura Half Marathon & 10K Race
Date: Saturday 19th July 2025
he ever-popular Jura 10K and Half Marathon returns this summer, bringing runners from near and far to tackle the island’s challenging roads. With stunning views and plenty of community support along the way, it’s a highlight for both participants and spectators.
The event is organised by the Islay Running Club, with thanks to Deer Island Rum for sponsorship and Jura Hall for hosting. Volunteers will be on hand throughout — as always, it wouldn’t happen without them!
Whether you’re running, cheering from the roadside, or joining in at the hall afterwards, it promises to be another memorable Jura race day.
This event took place on 19th July 2025 in Craighouse.