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.
21. Metallica — Thursday, June 25
One of the world’s biggest rock bands, Metallica are set to thrill audiences in Edinburgh this summer. The legendary metal group will perform at Murrayfield on Thursday, June 25 with support from Gojira and Knocked Loose. | Getty Images
22. Robyn — Friday, June 26
Pop icon Robyn, who is best known for creating hits such as Dancing On My Own, With Every Heartbeat and more, is set to perform at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Friday, June 26 during her first major tour since 2019. | Tristan Fewings/Getty Images
23. Hayley Williams — Friday, June 26 & Saturday, June 27
Part of her first solo tour, Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams will play two sold out shows in Scotland this year. In support of her most recent solo album Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party, the American singer-songwriter will perform at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27. | Getty Images for Hilarity for Ch
24. Def Leppard — Sunday, June 28
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Def Leppard will head to Glasgow as part of their 2026 European tour. The rock band will perform at the OVO Hydro on Sunday, June 28 alongside special guests Extreme. | Getty Images