We’re making room for one more… We’re thrilled to announce that Katie Nicoll will be joining the Friday night lineup at Heartland Festival 2026, opening our ‘An Evening With…’ event on Friday 26th June.

Katie made a big impression on our Discovery Stage in 2025, winning over the Heartland crowd with her incredible vocals, honest songwriting, and infectious stage presence. We’ve had so many requests to bring her back – and we couldn’t agree more.

Marion McDonald, our Artist Liaison for the Discovery Stage, had this to say:

“I came across Katie when I was booked to see another artist she was supporting. She simply blew me away – and I knew I had to get her involved. You always know when an artist hits the spot because you’re still thinking about them for days afterwards. Katie is such a lovely person, super infectious, and deserves to be on the Friday night line-up.”

Joining Billy Reekie and Cammy Barnes, Katie completes what is already shaping up to be a phenomenal opening night at the festival. And we’re not done yet – the Friday headliner will be announced very soon…

About Katie Nicoll:

Named the “#1 Best Unsigned Artist coming out of Dundee in 2025” by The Courier, Katie Nicoll is a Scottish pop singer-songwriter known for her catchy, clever lyrics and emotionally honest storytelling. Backed by BBC Scotland, BBC Introducing, Radio 1, and Go Radio, Katie’s music touches on heartbreak, friendship, and navigating your 20s – always with a melodic hook you won’t forget.

A seasoned live performer since the age of 13, Katie has played over 300 shows across Scotland, including sell-out headline gigs in Dundee and Glasgow. She’s also made waves at major events like Bonfest and even featured in national festival ads for Ticketmaster UK. In between writing and performing, Katie also uses her graphic design background to support other Scottish musicians with merch, artwork and branding.

Tickets for Friday night are now on final tier pricing – don’t miss your chance to see this rising star open the evening in style.

[Click here to grab your Friday tickets here]