It is shaping up to be another massive year for music in Scotland, with concerts from acts such as Metallica, Bon Jovi and Calvin Harris already lined up for 2026.
Whether you have plans to see your favourite musician or you’re looking to see what you could be missing out on, there are so many exciting gigs scheduled this year.
No matter the type of music you prefer, there are plenty of opportunities to head out and enjoy live music in Scotland - from Barry Manilow at the Hydro or Luke Combs at Murrayfield Stadium, to David Byrne at the SEC Armadillo, Pitbull at Bellahouston Park, or Lorde at the Royal Highland Showgrounds.
With tours from some of the world’s biggest artists on the horizon, here are all of the biggest concerts coming to Scotland in 2026.
37. Marti Pellow — Thursday, August 6 to Saturday, August 8
Returning to his hometown for three huge shows as part of Summer Nights at the Bandstand, Marti Pellow will perform at Kelvingrove Bandstand on Thursday, August 6, Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8 this year. | Contributed
38. The Cure — Sunday, August 23
Goth Pop legends The Cure are set to play a massive outdoor show at the Royal Highland Showgrounds In Edinburgh on Sunday, August 23. Headlining Edinburgh Summer Sessions, the goth pop legends will be joined by Mogwai, Slowdive and Just Mustard. | Getty Images
39. Florence + The Machine — Monday, August 24
After a huge night at the OVO Hydro in February, Florence and the Machine are set to enchant an even larger crowd at the Royal Highland Showgrounds as part of Edinburgh Summer Sessions on Monday, August 24. The headline show will see the band joined by acts including Jacob Alon and Self Esteem. | Getty Images
40. Lorde — Tuesday, August 25
After her show at the OVO Hydro last year, Lorde will return to Scotland for an even bigger night of music as an Edinburgh Summer Sessions headliner. The New Zealand star will be joined for her gig at the Royal Highland Showgrounds on Tuesday, August 25 by Zara Larsson, Audrey Hobert, and Alessi Rose. | Getty Images