Running events

Whether you fancy taking on a long, middle, short distance run or a series of runs, we may well have a charity place just for you.

Cycling events

Taking part in an organised cycling event or creating your own cycling challenge is a great way to raise vital funds for our Armed Forces community in Scotland.

Book Bud

Bud will visit schools, large-scale events and community events. Want Bud to visit you? Fill out our form.

Volunteer outside the Poppy Appeal

We’re looking for positive, sociable people to work with us to deliver fundraising events in your local area.

Unforgotten Forces

This partnership of organisations, including Poppyscotland, delivers a range of services and events for older veterans in care settings.

Victory Day Europe

Victory in Europe Day, celebrated on 8 May 1945, is a date forever remembered by those who experienced it. Dive deep into the events that led to the end of World War II in Europe and explore the stories of those who lived through this pivotal moment in history.

Band Concerts

The Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland and the Band of HM Royal Marines Scotland are taking to the stage in 2026 for a series of spectacular one-night-only concerts in aid of Poppyscotland.

Royal Marines Live in concert

Join HM Royal Marines Band, Scotland for a special concert of discovery through music, covering a range of classical and contemporary music.

Poppy Youth Quest

Our special Poppy Youth Quest is a 10k city adventure, raising funds for Poppyscotland’s life-changing work with the Armed Forces community. Explore the streets with a map and a set of clues, developing your navigation and expedition skills. The first team back with the most correct answers in the best time wins our Youth Quest Trophy.

Reconnect theatres

Salmond

Ceilidh

Join Poppyscotland for a fantastic evening of Scottish music and dancing at our special fundraising ceilidh in Edinburgh.

Centenary

Marking the centenary of Lady Haig's Poppy Factory. 100 years of remembrance, dignity through work and support for veterans.

Lady Haig

Discover the life and legacy of Lady Dorothy “Doris” Haig (1879–1939), founder of Lady Haig’s Poppy Factory.

John Young

John Young was recruited into the Factory’s growing Toy Department on his first day on 29th January 1929 and worked there until 1966. He was worker number 62.

Run Balmoral

Run, walk or jog any distance, whenever and wherever it suits you and raise vital funds to support our Armed Forces community.

Merlin travel

Kiltwalk

Kiltwalk 2025 was another amazing year. If you're interested in walking for Poppyscotland in 2026, register your interest here.

Twinkl

Calendar 2026