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.
41. Deftones — Thursday, August 27
After their performance at the OVO Hydro in February, the Deftones also a second Scottish gig lined up this year. The Grammy Award-winning alternative band will play Edinburgh's Royal Highland Showgrounds on Thursday, August 27 with help from special guests Idles. | AFP via Getty Images
42. Bon Jovi — Friday, August 28
It has been more than a decade since Bon Jovi last performed in Scotland – something which the rock band is finally fixing in 2026. They will perform at Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium on Friday, August 28. | Getty Images
43. Scissor Sisters — Sunday, August 30
Performing as part of the Summer Nights on the Southside series, Scissor Sisters will return to Glasgow in 2026 for a massive show at Queen’s Park on Sunday, August 30. | Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Ima
44. The Neighbourhood — Wednesday, September 2
With a gig lined up for Scotland on Wednesday, September 2, American alternative rock band The Neighbourhood will play the OVO Hydro in Glasgow as part of their 2026 The Wourld Tour. | Getty Images for Coachella