Lughnasadh Music + Art Festival

It’s back! We’re joining forces with Big Rock Records once again for a day of beautiful music and art activities in our gardens. This year’s line up includes Kathryn Joseph, corto.alto, Sacred Paws, Free Love, Dead Pony, Becky Sikasa, Connor Liam Byrne & the Bad Kissers and the Funky Gunner DJs. Tickets now on sale!

Spring/Summer Programme

We’re now taking bookings for Block Two of our Spring/Summer programme, running from 9 June to 20 July. Spanning pottery, stained glass, printmaking, fine art, upholstery, basketry and more, there’s classes and workshops for all ages and abilities. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, give us a call to discuss.

Gardening for the Future

Every 1st and 3rd Saturday we host an open volunteer meet-up in the gardens at the centre. Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary. The meet-up is led by gardener, grower, and environmentalist Dr Helena Simmons who will support people to get involved.

The activities include building raised beds, learning about ‘no-dig’ growing, planting vegetable and flowers, harvesting, and the never ending weeding and pruning to keep the gardens tidy. All activities relate to the sustainability, improving biodiversity, and tackling the climate emergency.

Artist Residencies

In 2025 we will be offering artist residencies at Forgan Arts Centre. The Open Residencies programme will be open to all through a short application process. Awarded residencies will be fully supported with fee and production budget. Artists will be able to use the centre’s professional facilities will have support from the team. Artists will call the Gardener’s Cottage home during their residency, a recently renovated dwelling here on the estate.

Coorie Community Café

Every 1st and 3rd Saturday enjoy the Coorie Community Café, a creative space in which to spend time at Forgan Arts Centre. There’s always tea in the pot, coffee brewing, juice and snacks, all free of charge.

Each week centre staff organise art and craft activities, or you’re welcome to bring your own project. The cafe is for people of all ages and is an opportunity to explore the grounds and gardens and meet new people.

Have your say

We are planning Forgan’s future and are keen to hear from you. What does your community need and want from Forgan Arts Centre? What issues are important to you? What does an art centre in North East Fife mean to you?

We are partnering with tialt (there is an alternative), a person-centred social research and evaluation organisation, to ask our communities a few questions to help us plan for future activities at Forgan Arts Centre. Sign up to our newsletter to find out how to participate.