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.
33. Deacon Blue — Friday, July 17
One of Scotland’s most iconic bands, Deacon Blue are set to perform in front of a sold out crowd at Edinburgh Castle on Friday, July 17. | Getty Images
34. Snow Patrol — Saturday, July 18
After headlining TRNSMT in 2025, Snow Patrol will return to Scotland for another outdoor gig in 2026 – this time in Edinburgh. The band will play Edinburgh Castle on Saturday, July 18 with support from Inverness singer-songwriter Katie Gregson-MacLeod. | Getty Images
35. Luke Combs — Friday, July 24 & Saturday, July 25
Originally set to play just one gig at Murrayfield in Edinburgh this year, demand to see Luke Combs was so huge that an additional show was added to his My Kinda Saturday Night tour. Combs will perform for a total of more than 134,000 fans on Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25. | Getty Images for Stagecoach
36. Calvin Harris — Saturday, August 1 & Sunday, August 2
Calvin Harris is gearing up to play some of Scotland’s biggest shows in 2026, with two huge nights at Glasgow’s Hampden Park lined up for the summer. The Dumfries-born DJ and producer will perform at the stadium on Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2. | Getty Images