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.
13. Super Furry Animals — Friday, May 8 & Saturday, May 9
On tour for the first time in more than a decade, Super Furry Animals will play two nights at the Barrowlands. The Welsh band will perform on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9, with support from Getdown Services. | Ryan Eddleston
14. Wet Wet Wet — Tuesday, May 19 to Saturday, May 23
Playing five shows around Scotland this year is Wet Wet Wet, who will be treating fans to an intimate, acoustic evening with all of their biggest hits. They will kick off their Scottish shows at Eden Court in Inverness on Tuesday, May 19, with gigs at Stirling’s Albert Halls on Wednesday, May 20, Reid Hall in Forfar on Thursday, May 21 and Paisley Town Hall on Friday, May 22. Their final stop will be at Oban’s Corran Halls on Saturday, May 23. | Contributed
15. Doja Cat — Thursday, May 21
With hit after hit under her belt, Doja Cat is set to return to Scotland for a huge show at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Thursday, May 21. It is part of the Grammy award-winning star’s Tour Ma Vie World Tour. | Getty Images for MTV
16. Madness — Friday, June 5
Madness are set to play their only Scottish headline gig at Helix Park in Falkirk as part of the Kelpies Live concert series. The band will play the venue on Friday, June 5. | AFP via Getty Images