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Renfrewshire Council's schedule of events set for 2026

- TAYLOR MURRAY

The food and drink festival marks the start of the 2026 events calendar

Renfrewshire is set to host a spectacular programme of major free events across 2026, Renfrewshire Council has revealed.

The bumper calendar of events will see the Johnstone Fire Engine Rally return for the first time since 2019, alongside other highlights including Paisley Halloween Festival and Paisley Food and Drink Festival.

Taking place this year on Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, the food and drink festival will see some of the top street food from across Scotland, fantastic local traders, live music, workshops and more set up in front of Paisley Abbey.

This will be followed by the annual Renfrew and Barshaw Gala Days on Sunday, June 7 and Saturday, June 20.