Our 2026 Jethart Callant is Robbie Thomson
We wish Robbie, his family and friends a fantastic summer ahead and look forward to seeing the
blue and red proudly carried throughout the festival season.
blue and red proudly carried throughout the festival season.
Dates for 2026
Fun Ride - Saturday 25th April
Declaration Night - Friday 15th May
Sunday 14th June - Afternoon Tea with the Callant
Saturday 20th June - Ladies Cocktail Night
Morebattle - Sunday 21st June
Southdean - Saturday 27th June
Mountain bike rides - Sunday 28th June
Lead Rein - Sunday 28th June
Crailing and Nisbet - Wednesday 1st July
Redeswire Dinner - Friday 3rd July
Redeswire - Saturday 4th July
Callant's Ball - Saturday 4th July
Kirking of the Callant - Sunday 5th July
Queens Ride - Monday 6th July
Teddy Bears Picnic - Tuesday 7th July
Car Treasure Hunt - Tuesday 7th July
Lanton and Ancrum - Wednesday 8th July
Investiture and Callant's Walk - Thursday 9th July
Festival Day - Friday 10th July
De-sashing - Sunday 12th July
Supporting the Festival 2026
Become a Patron
Minimum donation - £15.00 per person.
All patrons will receive a patrons ribbon and have special access/are invited to:
- Guest privileges at the Declaration Night Reception – 15th May
- Guest privileges on Investiture and Festival Day – 9 & 10th July
- Apply for tickets to attend the Callant’s Luncheon on Festival Day – 10th July -
If you prefer to pay via cheque or cash then please send an email to: [email protected] and request an application form.
Become a Sponsor:
Please email [email protected] if you would like to know more about our sponsorship packages
Volunteer helpers
The committee are always grateful for help whether it be with:
Foot marshalling duties, setting up/dismantling events, delivering letters/invites, serving refreshments, coming onto the committee.
If you would like to know more or volunteer then please contact Hon Secretary - email: [email protected]