Visit East Lothian Christmas Networking Event 2026

Event overview

If you're are a tourism business or tourism professional operating in or working within East Lothian, we're delighted to invite you to our annual Visit East Lothian / East Lothian Council Christmas Tourism Networking Event, held in partnership with VisitScotland.

Kick of the festive season with fellow tourism businesses from across East Lothian at the beautiful Papple Steading. Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival, explore the renowned Richard Demarco Gallery and Agricultural Heritage Centre, and savour a selection of delicious canapes served throughout the evening.

This relaxed and informal event is a fantastic opportunity to:

• Connect with others working across East Lothian's tourism sector
• Share ideas, experiences and insights
• Discover new partnership and collaboration opportunities
• Celebrate another year of East Lothian’s vibrant tourism industry

You’ll also hear from:

• Provost John McMillan, East Lothian Council
• Neil Christison, Regional Director, VisitScotland
• George Mackintosh, owner of Papple Steading, who will share the inspiring story behind the restoration of the historic steading

Tickets are free, but limited to two per business. Please note that this event is exclusively for tourism businesses and tourism professionals operating in or working within East Lothian.

Book your place now.

We look forward to celebrating with you.