The Beyond Borders International Festival is an annual weekend-long event encompassing panel discussions and debates alongside a programme of music, visual and performing arts, film, spoken word, and well-being activities such as meditation, yoga, walks, and cycle rides. The event takes place at Traquair House in the Scottish Borders, where this magnificent historical backdrop plays host to discussions, exhibitions, visual and performing art, film and other events exploring the most pressing global issues of our time.

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Building on Scotland’s vibrant heritage, each year Beyond Borders curates a programme of cultural events, exhibitions, visual arts performances and panel discussions. We work in collaboration with key partner organisations in Edinburgh and internationally, including The New York Times, the United Nations, Chatham House, the John Smith Trust, the Delfina Foundation and many more, culminating in our flagship event – the Beyond Borders International Festival at Traquair House in the stunning Scottish Borders, which brings together critically acclaimed authors, diplomats, political figures and artists for an eclectic weekend of events.