SCOTTS Bar and Restaurant at Largs Yacht Haven has announced its full programme of events and entertainment as part of this year’s Largs Regatta Festival.

The venue, operated by Buzzworks Holdings, is once again the headline sponsor for the action-packed weekend of sailing, and Scotts Bar and Restaurant at Largs Yacht Haven is laying on the perfect shore-side accompaniment with live music, delicious food, thirst quenching drinks and entertainment within its 300 capacity marquee and terrace area.

The Largs Regatta Festival, which takes place from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th August, will not only see over 100 dinghies and keelboats racing across the weekend, but three days of jam-packed activities courtesy of Scotts Largs.

Kenny Blair, Managing Director of Buzzworks Holdings, said: “The Largs Regatta Festival is fast becoming the must-attend event for the region and we are proud to support such a prestigious weekend within the sailing calendar.

“With such a fantastic line up of live music, delicious street food and a plethora of drink and tasting events, it’s set to be an unforgettable three days for both Regatta regulars and first timers at this year’s premier sailing event.”

Activities kicks off on the Friday evening at 8:30pm, with legendry local band Crisis marking the start of the weekend with a frenetic set of classic and modern rock, set to wow the crowds and lay down a marker for an action packed three days within the marquee.

On Saturday, alongside live music throughout the day, Scotts will host a modern spirit and cocktail master class from 2pm to 5pm. An expert panel of speakers will be on hand to showcase the delights of Flor de Cana Rum and Wildcat Gin along with an impressive whisky collection through guided tastings, plus an opportunity for guests to sample some of this year’s most popular mixed serves.

For those who prefer drinks of the sparkling variety, the team at Scott Largs will welcome their friends from Moët & Chandon for a sparkling party out on the Scotts terrace. With stunning views of the sailing action below, the Scotts terrace will be complete with DJs, saxophonist, cocktails, and plenty of perfectly-chilled fizz alongside some sumptuous summer nibbles.

The musical entertainment will continue into the night with one of Scotland’s best ABBA tribute bands taking to the stage to perform some of the biggest and best hits from their golden era from 6pm, followed by the much-anticipated return of Goodfellows who wowed the Largs Regatta crowds last year.

Sunday is set to become a haven for beer connoisseurs from 2pm, when guests can sample some of this year’s coolest brews, all whilst enjoying the sailing, sunshine and classic summer anthems performed live on stage by talented musician Jamie Clark.

The weekend concludes with live music from an array of artists including the return of one of Glasgow’s hottest acoustic performers, Kim Wheeler, and one of the country’s finest cover bands – The End of A Century - with their tribute to all things Britpop. Guests can look forward to hearing covers from the likes of Oasis, Blur and Ocean Colour Scene - a fitting finale to the weekend’s festivities.

With so much racing and entertainment on offer, Scotts will also be on hand to keep hungry spectators and party-goers well fed, serving up mouth-watering street food across the three days.

From spicy pulled-pork and chargrilled chicken flatbreads to gourmet burgers fresh from the BBQ, plus a selection of Scotts signature dishes including the ever-popular mixed seafood massaman curry - the festival feast will ensure all tastes and appetites are catered for.

With so much happening across the weekend, the Largs Regatta is set to be an unforgettable occasion for locals and visitors alike. For more information and ticket prices visit www.largsregattafestival.com or keep up to date by following @largsregattafestival on Facebook.

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