I have a slight preference for a Friday since my lovely wife tends to book up Saturdays, but I'm sure I'll be fine with whatever date it turns out to be.
The Bank Holiday weekend is a no-go for me, so either the 16th or 17th (voted for the Friday, as I'm more likely to be in then and actually make a rare appearance in a live tasting!)
16th is best for me as the 17th is the date of the Whisky and A' That V in Ayr and I will probably not be in very good shape that evening . Mind you if we make it the 16th then I might not be in good shape for the event in Ayr.
The following weekend will not be good for some as it is the start of Feis Ile. Not a big problem for me as I am not going until the Monday, but some will already be away by then.