Beith Carves: Geilsland Estate, Beith

A chainsaw carving festival for all ages with plenty to see and do. Six world-famous carvers demonstrate their skills by creating breathtaking original works of art out of wood.

There is also artisan craft stalls, print making, live music, barbecue and other food stalls.

Family Tree Workshop: Burns Monument Centre, Kay Park, Kilmarnock

Start finding out who your ancestors were and what they got up to with the help of a team of experts.

Each workshop includes access to the Scotland's People genealogical records and all tuition.

Newmilns Food Festival: Jamieson Park, King Street, Newmilns

Organised by the Newmilns Regeneration Association, this foodie fest showcases some of the best of Ayrshire's food and drink.

With cooking demonstrations, afternoon tea and Newmilns' very own Baking Challenge, it is set to be a popular event in Ayrshire's food and drink calendar.

Sharon Shannon: Harbour Arts Centre, 114-116 Harbour Street, Irvine

The Ruan-born accordionist combines traditional Celtic music with modern folk.

This button accordion player from County Clare has multi-platinum album sales and numerous number one albums and singles, including her album Galway Girl which went 4 times platinum in Ireland.