Tangled Galashiels: A Weekend of Opportunity for Business

Tangled Galashiels returns on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May 2026 and is now a key fixture in the Galashiels events calendar.

It brings visitors from across the UK and beyond into the town, creating a major opportunity for local businesses.

What the event brings

• Over 1,000 ticket holders, plus additional visitors across the weekend

• High footfall across the town centre

• A strong boost for retail, food and drink, and accommodation

• A spotlight on Galashiels’ rich textile heritage and its future

  
  

Tangled Galashiels celebrates the world of textiles, with everything from yarns and wool to weaving, knitting, dyeing, workshops and live demonstrations. It attracts a highly engaged audience who are keen to explore, shop and spend time in the town.

Why it matters

This is not just an event, it is a real driver of footfall and spend. Visitors are actively looking for:

• Places to eat and drink

• Shops to browse and buy from

• Things to see and do while in Galashiels

  
  

How your business can benefit

• Offer a special promotion or discount during the weekend

• Create a yarn or textile themed window to stand out and welcome visitors

• Get featured in the official event brochure, given to all ticket holders

  
  

Being visible and engaging during the event can make a real difference to your footfall and sales.

Further details will follow, or you can contact the Tangled team directly at tangledgalashiels@gmail.com.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing event that brings energy, visitors and spend into Galashiels.