General Updates
[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – Ben Walker
We’re delighted to confirm that Ben Walker will be returning to the Heartland Festival Main Stage in 2026 after an outstanding performance at last year’s festival. Crowned Scottish Young Live Act of the Year 2024, Ben is a rising indie-rock talent from Montrose. His journey has been nothing short of exciting — with sell-out headline…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – Katie Nicoll
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…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – Cammy Barnes
We’re delighted to confirm that Cammy Barnes is returning to the Heartland Festival as main support for our Friday night event – An Evening With, taking place on Friday 26th June 2026. Cammy is no stranger to Heartland — after playing the Main Stage in 2024, he was spotted enjoying the festival as part of…
Read MoreTier 3 Ticketing & Early Bird Update
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has supported us and purchased their tickets for #HF26. Ticket sales remain strong as we head towards what’s shaping up to be another brilliant weekend in Pitlochry. As mentioned in our recent September 2025 Update, each ticketing tier has a limited allocation — and we’re now extremely close…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – The Laurettes
One of the most requested bands in our recent festival survey — and now, they’re coming to Pitlochry. We’re excited to announce that The Laurettes will be making their Heartland Festival debut on the main stage, Saturday 27th June 2026. This all-female Scottish five-piece have made serious waves across the UK festival scene with their…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – Billy Reekie
We’re kicking off our Friday night lineup with a brand-new name to Heartland — and one we know you’ll be hearing a lot more from in the years to come. Billy Reekie, the rising singer-songwriter from Fife, will open the main stage on Friday 26th June 2026 as part of our exciting ‘An Evening With…’…
Read MoreOur September 2025 – Update
Hi Everyone We cannot believe that it was only a couple of months ago when we were all having an amazing time in the hot sun of Pitlochry. It won’t be long until we’re all back there again. Well, it’s just under 300 days — but who’s counting? Each month, we will be releasing a…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – Joe Goodall
Following a hugely popular performance on our Discovery Stage in 2025, we’re delighted to welcome Joe Goodall back to Heartland — this time on the main stage on Sunday 28th June 2026. Known for his high-energy, passionate performances and front-man charisma, Joe is a rising star of the UK’s rock/pop scene. His knack for melodic…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – DOVV
New to Heartland and ready to make a mark. We’re delighted to announce that DOVV will be performing on the main stage at Heartland Festival 2026, on Sunday 28th June. Hailing from Kirkcaldy, DOVV is a powerful singer-songwriter whose blend of pop, rock, indie, and Americana has drawn comparisons to the likes of Springsteen, The…
Read More[ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT] – Kim Carnie
We’re proud to welcome one of Scotland’s most distinctive voices to the Heartland Festival 2026 main stage. Kim Carnie will perform on Sunday 28th June, bringing her blend of traditional Gaelic roots and contemporary cinematic soundscapes to Pitlochry. Described by The Scotsman as possessing a “velvet-voiced authority,” Kim has worked with a host of celebrated…
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