The Baird Festival in 2013 was in September for the Annual Baird of Bute Festival of Flight held by the Baird of Bute Society.
The annual "Baird of Bute Festival of Flight" takes place during the third weekend of September. 09/2013 The Baird of Bute Society recognizes and promotes the historical achievements of Andrew Blain Baird, the Bute blacksmith who on 17 September 1910, at Ettrick Bay on Bute, flew a plane of his own design and manufacture to record the First All-Scottish Heavier-than-air Powered Flight. The Baird of Bute Society is focused on the advancement of education and information related to Andrew Blain Baird and his aviation and entrepreneurial activity and uses his inspirational example to inspire the youth of Scotland to aspire to greatness in their own lives. 
