Holyrood hosts a number of receptions, roundtables, party conference fringe events,
and awards ceremonies throughout the year including the annual Garden Party & Political Awards.
Holyrood Events Political Engagement & Networking
Upcoming
Upcoming
21 Feb 2025
Holyrood will host multiple fringe events at the Scottish Labour Annual Conference 2025.
Upcoming
26 Feb 2025
Holyrood is delighted to be hosting this ‘Editor’s Club’ dinner with Coca-Cola European Partners to have a lively discussion, the usual laughs, and an early opportunity to meet the new CCEP public affairs team.
Upcoming
11 Mar 2025
Holyrood is pleased to announce the return of our popular “Showcasing Scotland at Westminster” reception. Guests and partners will enjoy an evening of networking and engagement with Scotland’s MPs and Peers in the unique surroundings of Westminster Palace. The inaugural...
Upcoming
25 Mar 2025
Holyrood's annual Connections event is an exclusive gathering of politicians, pollsters, public affairs professionals, political journalists, & key business leaders. This year's event will look ahead to the 2026 Scottish election.
Upcoming
18 Sep 2025
The Holyrood Garden Party and Political Awards is the unmissable fixture in the Scottish political calendar for politicians, their staff, political journalists, the business community, and the public affairs sector, and is a fun opportunity to remind ourselves that cross-party relations aren’t always that cross!
Past Events
Expired
14 Jan 2025
A Holyrood and Coca Cola 'Welcome to the New Year' Drinks Reception in the House of Commons. Hosted by the Secretary of State for Scotland, Ian Murray MP, and Mandy Rhodes, editor of Holyrood magazine.
Expired
10 Dec 2024
Holyrood is delighted to play a part in showcasing some of the innovative and thought-provoking work being done over the length and breadth of Scotland.
Expired
22 Oct 2024
Holyrood magazine is delighted to be hosting this Westminster drinks reception to welcome all the new MPs to the House, and in which we have partnered with a number of Scottish businesses who hope to get a chance to let...
Expired
5 Sep 2024
The Holyrood Garden Party and Political Awards is the unmissable fixture in the Scottish political calendar for politicians, their staff, political journalists, the business community, and the public affairs sector, and is a fun opportunity to remind ourselves that cross-party relations aren’t always that cross!
Expired
30 Aug 2024
Holyrood will host fringe events at the SNP Annual National Conference 2024. At our 2023 event seven fringe events took place.
Expired
19 Jun 2024
To mark this historic moment, for both Holyrood magazine and its namesake institution, we will be publishing a special commemorative issue and celebrating with a drinks reception on 19th June at the Fruitmarket Gallery in Edinburgh. The reception will feature a panel discussion with former first ministers, as well as lively ‘then and now’ conversations between current and past portfolio ministers.
Expired
26 Mar 2024
Join Holyrood magazine and an exclusive gathering of politicians, pollsters, public affairs bods, political journalists, and key business leaders, for a night of punditry, psephology and pints, as we put the politicians and special guests on the spot and ask the questions about elections and how to win one.
Expired
16 Feb 2024
Holyrood will host three fringe events at the Scottish Labour Annual Conference 2024, including our Editor's Club: In Conversation event
Expired
6 Dec 2023
Holyrood is delighted to play a part in showcasing some of the innovative and thought-provoking work being done over the length and breadth of Scotland.
Holyrood Events By Category
Holyrood Connect
Holyrood Connect is Scotland’s leading public sector technology conference provider. Our events explore a range of topics, including Scotland’s digital transformation, cloud, digital health, and cyber security.
Climate Series
Supported by an experienced steering group of experts, our Climate events explore best practice and practical insights on how Scotland’s public sector can reach its
decarbonisation targets.
Health & Social Care Series
Informed by the input of a dedicated advisory board of public health thought leaders, our Health & Social Care events share innovation, make connections, and explore the practical steps that can be taken to improve our devolved health system.
Policy Series
Learn from experts about the Scottish political systems, and network with colleagues who are also seeking to engage with elected representatives and influence policy.
Political Engagement & Networking
Holyrood hosts a number of receptions, roundtables, party conference fringe events, and awards ceremonies throughout the year including the annual Garden Party & Political Awards.
Past Events
For over 25 years, Holyrood magazine and its associated events have been the go-to platforms for insight and informed debate about the political and policy landscape in Scotland.
