The Loch Ness Quest Festival
Thu, May 28
|The Loch Ness Experience
Be part of a legendary 4-day celebration at Loch Ness with The Quest 2026!
Time & Location
May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – May 31, 2026, 3:00 PM
The Loch Ness Experience, Drumnadrochit, Inverness IV63 6AN, UK
About the event
Join the 2026 Loch Ness Quest – an unforgettable adventure into the mysteries of Loch Ness
Prepare for four days of exploration, discovery, and debate. The Quest brings together curious minds, monster hunters, and scientific explorers from around the world, all united by one legendary question: what lies beneath Loch Ness? Get involved in immersive events, uncover new clues, challenge existing theories, and dive deep into the secrets of Scotland’s most mysterious loch. The hunt continues – will you be part of it?
Dates: Thursday 28th to Sunday 31st May 2026
Thursday 28th May Welcome Drinks at the Loch Ness Inn From 7 pm
Join us for an informal welcome evening at the Loch Ness Inn. Meet members of the Loch Ness Exploration team from 7pm
Friday 29th May Below The Surface
On Friday we will be working with Craig Wallace of Deep Sea Vision who will be sending their autonomous underwater vehicle Micro Millie to map the hidden depths of Urquhart Bay. — an area of particular interest due to its varied underwater landscape, proximity to Urquhart Castle, and reputation as a recent hotspot for reported sightings. By deploying the autonomous submarine in this location, the team aims to gather new data that will contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the loch’s underwater environment
This is not a public event but we will be sharing our findings with you
Friday 29th May Listen to the Loch 2pm and 3pm
Join Alan Mckenna of Loch Ness Exploration on our hydrophone cruise to hear what lies beneath the surface of Loch Ness in the special event aboard Deepscan.
Friday 29th May Legends of the Loch 6.30pm
Join our talented story teller Jenny Johnstone as she weaves tales around the mysteries and folklore of Loch Ness.
Sat 30th Surface Watch 10am to 5pm
Become a Nessie Hunter for the day as we invite you to join the Loch Ness Exploration Team on our surface watch anytime from 10am to 5pm.
Sat 30th May - The Big Debate - Nessie or Nonsense - 6.30pm to 8.30pm
This lively and thought-provoking evening brings together a panel of knowledgeable voices, each offering their own perspective on the legend of the Loch Ness Monster
HQ: The Loch Ness Experience, Drumnadrochit