Welcome to Lilias Day

Lilias Day has been celebrated in the village of Kilbarchan for over 300 years. The centre piece of the event is a parade through the village with local pipe bands, decorated floats and a historic parade which celebrates the rich history of the village.  This culminates in Kilbarchan public park where a whole host of entertainment awaits. We have something for everyone from kids entertainment, a music tent, Clamjamfrie ceilidh tent, food village and craft market. We’ll also have our Lilias Day favourites; the epic tug of war, stalls, a medieval village and activities for everyone to get involved in. 

So put the date in your diary, tell your friends and family to come along, and support YOUR Lilias day. 

 

Watch our parade!

We're excited to be joined by Bridgeman Arts Giant Puppets! Towering at 5 meters high, they are sure to be a showstopper in the parade along with 7 fabulous floats, Kilbarchan Pipe Band and our historic parade!

In the park

We have a fantastic line - up of entertainment in the park including Bloco Winnoch Samba Band, Giant Puppets and Absurdist Pipe Band, a kids tent, climbing wall, zorbing, wipe-out, mini-golf, a craft village, food village, music tent, Frank Karpo magician, circus skills workshops and much more. See 'On the day' for full details. Park opens at 12 - 5pm.

Decorate your house, build a flower arch, or make a scarecrow

Get creative for Lilias Day. This year we're once again asking villagers to build a floral arch to celebrate the history of Lilias Day. We'll be setting up a Lilias Trail so that your artistic masterpieces are fully appreciated. Let us know if you're getting creative by Thursday 4th June so that we can include it in the map. Email info@liliasday.co.uk.

Miss Lilias

We're delighted to announce that this years' Miss Lilias is Taylor Campbell. We wish Taylor a very happy Lilias Day! 

Miss Lilias 2026

Lilias Day on film

Want to know what it is all about? Watch this video

See Miss Lilias and other members of the historic parade in all their glory as they make their way up through the village. Look out for the pipe band, stiltwalkers and the fantastic floats and characters in period costume.

Lilias Gallery

Have a wee look at some of our pictures from last year!

Contact Us

We would be delighted to hear from you whether you would like to take a stall, take part in the historic parade, book a float to theme or promote your business by advertising in our brochure or if you have an event you would like us to consider including in "Lilifest". Or, of course, if you have any general questions or queries.