Helensburgh Winter Festival Funding Update & Sponsorship Appeal 2026

A Heartfelt Thank You — and an Important Update on Funding❤️

We are delighted to share that the Helensburgh Winter Festival has been awarded a grant from Helensburgh HEART – Events Funding & Reinvestment Trust.

This support means a great deal to us. Not only does it provide essential funding towards this year’s festival, but it also represents a strong vote of confidence in the value the Winter Festival brings to Helensburgh — from supporting local businesses and traders to creating a vibrant, family-friendly event for the whole community.

As one of Helensburgh’s most loved seasonal events, the Winter Festival plays an important role in bringing people together, increasing footfall in the town centre, and supporting the local economy during the festive period.
However, we want to be open with our community.
Unfortunately, we were unsuccessful in securing funding from Argyll and Bute Council this year, leaving us with a significant funding shortfall. While we are incredibly grateful for the support from Helensburgh HEART, additional funding is now essential to ensure the festival can go ahead as planned.

Why Your Support Matters

Without further sponsorship and community support, the future of the Helensburgh Winter Festival is at risk.
We are now actively seeking:

• Local business sponsorship
• Community donations
• Support from individuals who value the festival

This is more than just an event — it’s a celebration of community spirit, local talent, local businesses, and the unique character of Helensburgh.

Crowdfunder & Sponsorship Campaign Launching Soon

To help bridge the funding gap, we will soon be launching a dedicated Crowdfunder campaign with new sponsorship opportunities for local businesses.
This will give everyone — from individuals to organisations — the chance to help keep the festival alive.
Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a real and meaningful difference.

Help Us Keep the Festival Alive

The Helensburgh Winter Festival has always been built on community support, and this year is no exception.
If you’ve enjoyed the festival in the past, supported local traders, or simply want to see Helensburgh continue to thrive during the winter season, we would love your support.

Please keep an eye here on our website and social channels for updates on how you can get involved.
Together, we can ensure the Helensburgh Winter Festival returns for another magical year.

We would really appreciate any donations made via the link below, however small; every penny is much appreciated.