To Absent Friends 2026

The 2026 To Absent Friends festival will take place across Scotland from 1-7 November 2026.

It is an opportunity to remember, to tell stories, to celebrate and to reminisce about people we love who have died. To Absent Friends, a People’s Festival of Storytelling and Remembrance is an opportunity to revive lost traditions and create new ones.

We welcome new events as part of the festival. If you’d like to get involved check out the information and resources here: Get involved in the TAF festival 2026

If you have questions or want to discuss ideas for To Absent Friends 2026, please email samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk.

Photo credit: Strathcarron Hospice