The Bonnet Guild in Stewarton dates from 1933 when a group of local businessmen joined forces to provide the families and children of the town with a summer, "Gala" day. To this day, the core purpose of the Bonnet Guild remains the same.

A week long programme of fun and games is now organised by the Guild, which includes a fancy dress parade, treasure hunt, kids' party, karaoke and other indoor events, sports competitions, fun events and fun runs.  Each year Stewarton Academy recommends a Corsehill Queen and her Court (from current 2^nd year students) to the Bonnet Guild, and the week culminates in the crowning of the Corsehill Queen on Gala day, which is traditionally held on the third Saturday in June.

🌟Stewarton Bonnet Guild Gala Week 2025 will take place between the 14^th and 22^nd of June with Gala day falling on the 21^st.🌟
ℹ️Updates on what's going on throughout our 92^nd Gala week will follow around April as event details are finalised.ℹ️

The Bonnet Guild is a non-profit making organisation run by volunteer members. Gala day itself and souvenir programme sales are the main source of fundraising - the proceeds of which go towards funding the following year’s activities.

We are very lucky to get a lot of support from local organisations, clubs, businesses and groups – so if you’ve got an idea or request get in touch!  It’s your community.  It’s your festival.  Get involved!😀

Further information on current and upcoming events can be found on the @bonnetguild FaceBook page.