Events
The 20th Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place from 19 October to 8 November 2026, exploring the theme of Reflections. We also host events throughout the year.
You can explore all our events below and search by date, location, artform, type or keyword. If you would prefer to read our digital brochure, you can download it here.
Valley Verses
Launching on National Poetry Day, this community poetry trail will showcase the voice of older people in the Garnock Valley.
Reflection Spaces (Arran Library)
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Reflection Spaces — Saltcoats Library
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Reflection Spaces — Millport Library
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Reflection Spaces — Largs Library
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Reflection Spaces — Kilbirnie Library
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Reflection Spaces — Irvine Library
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Reflection Spaces — Kilwinning Library
Explore creative displays, reflections and resources focusing on the everyday things that shape our wellbeing.
Moments of Reflection — The Portal
Created by members of Irvine Camera Club for the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2026, Moments of Reflection responds to this year’s festival theme, Reflections.
North Ayrshire Community Take Over Trail
Inspired by the theme reflection, artists, community groups and local organisations have transformed everyday spaces into places of inspiration, expression and discovery.
