Wild Goose Festival runs over ten days in mid‑October across towns and rural sites in Dumfries & Galloway. The programme includes nature walks, creative workshops, storytelling sessions, heritage talks, outdoor film screenings and family activities hosted in community centres, reserves and event hubs. Highlight events include dawn goose‑watching at Caerlaverock Reserve, habitat tours, arts performances, and interactive learning sessions. Most events require advance booking; some are ticketed, others free. Venues vary daily and range from indoor halls to outdoor sites. Facilities include accessible hubs with seating and information. The festival is accessible to all ages and weather conditions are typical for autumn. Many community partners support and deliver events across the region.