EAST Lothian is packed full of attractions over the weekend, ensuring, if you are looking for something to do, there is something for everyone.
The Courier has put together a list of five of the top things to do over Saturday and Sunday.
Whether it is planes, boats, horses or much more, there is plenty to keep everyone occupied - even if the weather isn't perfect.
1. Scotland's National Airshow
BIG crowds are expected to flock to the National Museum of Flight at East Fortune on Saturday as Scotland’s National Airshow takes place.
And as well as all the aircraft initially announced, there are some exciting new additions to the line-up for the airshow, which takes place between 10am and 5pm, with the aerial displays set to commence from 12.30pm.
Despite today's poor weather, organisers said this morning that the Met Office forecast "showed nothing to prevent the Airshow going ahead today as planned".
A Wildcat HMA 2 maritime attack helicopter, 1943 Catalina flying boat and a 1942 North American T6 Texan training aircraft are among the newbies.
Joining them in their debut at the airshow are a Second World War Soviet Yakovlev Yak-3 fighter, a Westland Scout helicopter and a de Havilland Beaver utility aircraft.
Also in the mix at the airshow are a Goodyear Corsair FG-1D US wartime fighter bomber, Canadian T-33 Silver Star jet and an American P47 Thunderbolt Second World War fighter, while five members of the Wings Parachute Display Team drop in.
As well as all the new additions, the aerial entertainment programme includes the RAF’s Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane and Avro Lancaster from the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, as well as the modern-day Typhoon fighter jet.
Aerobatic display team The Blades will take to the skies along with the AeroSuperBatics Wingwalkers, both performing some breathtaking tricks; plus, much, much more.
Tickets can be bought online, by calling 0300 123 6789 or on the gate on the day. Visit nms.ac.uk/airshow for more details.
2. North Berwick Lifeboat Fete
THERE’S plenty of fun on offer this Saturday as North Berwick Lifeboat Fete takes place.
The event, which runs between 12.30pm and 4pm, starts with a parade along High Street before the crowning of this year’s Lifeboat Queen, Theodora Nikolova, by Lady Dalrymple.
The fete at Elcho Green and West Beach then opens at 1pm, with various stalls and games on offer and a raffle.
3. Spott Fete
AFTERNOON tea, games for children, stalls and music are all promised at Spott Village Fete.
Teas are served in the village hall, with the event held on The Glebe from 2pm to 4pm.
4. Gullane Games
A WEEK of celebrations returns to Gullane as the annual Gullane Games kicks off on Saturday and runs until next Saturday (August 3).
The opening day is packed with sport – featuring golf, football and hockey.
The under-12s’ golf competition starts at 10am on the children’s course.
Football for under-16s begins at 2pm at Memorial Park and P1-7 hockey gets under way at 3.30pm on the astroturf.
Sunday sees a village treasure hunt from 2pm at the Mallard Hotel. Entry is £5 per team, with maximum of five members per team; children in primary school must be accompanied by an adult.
5. Musselburgh Festival
MUSSELBURGH festival is well under way, and there is still much to look forward to with fairground rides, fancy dress, a raft race and parades still on the horizon.
Horses will be seen parading through the town tomorrow (Saturday) morning as the traditional Rideout takes place, starting at 9am at Pinkie Pillars.
While Pinkie St Peter’s Playing Field hosts Saturday’s Festival Fun Day, with fairground rides, stalls, face painting, music and children’s entertainment filling the day with enjoyment for everyone.
Festival Day will be capped with the even grander Festival Ball. Tickets are for sale at £45 and can be purchased by contacting musselburghfestivalball@gmail.com
Sunday sees the fun continue as the Fisherrow Family Fun Day takes place at the harbour (11.30am-2.30pm), featuring beach volleyball, beach rugby and beach tennis hand in hand with sandcastle competitions, crafts, a tug of war and a raft race.
The Honest Lass and Honest Lad this year are Claire Dougal and Aidan Maguire, who have been busy throughout the week with their attendant Abbie Thomson.
There have also been appearances from last year’s Honest Lad and Honest Lass, Conor Scott and Katie McLaren.
For more information about this year’s festival, visit musselburghfestival.org
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