
Brand new shows for Scotland
Check out the latest new shows and tours coming to Scotland’s cities in 2025
Welcome to the vibrant and enchanting world of Scotland, where ancient castles, breathtaking landscapes, and lively traditions await your exploration. From captivating festivals that ignite the streets with music and dance to exhilarating sporting events that ignite the spirit of competition, we’ve curated a handpicked selection of the most exciting and memorable happenings across this remarkable country. Let the adventure begin!
Check out the latest new shows and tours coming to Scotland’s cities in 2025
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Alessi Rose has announced The Voyeur Tour for November & December this year.
Alter Bridge announce their 2026 European headline ‘What Lies Within’ tour
Irish folk trio Amble have announced upcoming UK gigs as part of their ongoing world tour, in support of their highly anticipated debut album Reverie.
Amy Macdonald has announced the ‘Is This What You’ve Been Waiting For?’ tour for kicking off this November, with support from Better Joy.
Arthur Hill announces his upcoming UK Tour this November.
After months of speculation Babyshambles are delighted to announce their live return, after eleven long years, with ten shows this autumn and winter
Bank of Skulls announce the Cold Fame tour for this December
The “Copacabana” singer is back! Barry Manilow will return to the UK for a six-night arena tour in Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Cardiff, Birmingham and London.
Bastille announce ‘Songs From The First 15 Years’ for November 2025, celebrating the band’s catalogue.
bbno$: The Internet Explorer Tour 2026
Beach Bunny have announced they will be performing across the UK this October.
Belladrum returns for 2026
Following the release of his highly-anticipated upcoming album American Heart, Grammy-nominated global pop sensation Benson Boone has announced his autumn 2025 American Heart tour, coming to UK arenas this October & November.
Don’t miss British singer-songwriter Billie Marten on tour this year.
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club are set to head out on a string of UK dates in December.
Bleed From Within have announced The Zenith Tour for 2025, with special guests After The Burial and Great American Ghost.
Legendary songwriter Bob Dylan returns with the Rough and Rowdy Ways tour
Bob Vylan have announced their latest tour ‘We Won’t Go Quietly’, starting this November.
Bowling for Soup have announced their A Hangover You Don’t Deserve 20th Anniversary Tour, with special guests Wheatus & Magnolia Park.
Brett Young has announced his Back to Basics UK Tour for November 2025.
The greatest battle of the bands is happening. Catch Busted and McFly as they go head-to-head next year for the biggest and most unmissable tour to date.
Callum Beattie will be performing for one night at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro this November.
Cat Burns announces headline UK tour
Virginia-based hip-hop duo Clipse have announced two upcoming UK dates as part of their Let God Sort Em Out European Tour.
International pop star. Writer of songs. Fearer of bugs. Girlboss of the Very Sexy CMAT Band. CMAT is back on tour in October 2025 and March 2026.
Counting Crows have just announced their upcoming ‘The Complete Sweets!’ Tour, coming to the UK in October & November this year.
Don’t miss the Eurovision alum as he embarks on his The Sensual, Seductive & Sexy Tour.
Darius Rucker has announced a UK arena tour with very special guests Jake Owen and The Shires.
Glam metal rockers, Def Leppard are heading out on tour in Summer 2026
Rock band, Disturbed have announced they will be performing across the UK this October as part of ‘The Sickness: 25th Anniversary Tour’ in Birmingham, Manchester, London & Glasgow.
The Alchemist and DJ Premier are hitting the road together on the ‘He’s the Preemo, I’m the Chemist’ World Tour in November.
dodie has announced a major UK tour taking place in October and November, culminating in a show at London’s iconic Roundhouse.
Don Broco have announced a huge UK tour for this December, with special guests State Champs, Yonaka and Magnolia Park across select dates.
Ethel Cain announces the ‘Willoughby Tucker Forever’ Tour, where she will be performing in Manchester, Glasgow and London this October.
To celebrate a decade of ‘Get To Heaven’, Everything Everything have announced their UK tour for later this year. Playing the album in full, plus some extras, for the first time ever.
Fatboy Slim is heading on tour around the UK this winter & in early 2026!
Catch Fisher live this summer.
After 25 years apart, the multi-platinum selling band Five are finally back together again, reuniting with all five members for a massive UK arena tour this autumn.
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of his classic sophomore album Telekon, Gary Numan returns to the stage with a UK tour this Nov.
Gipsy Kings announces a huge tour for spring 2026.
Alongside the release of recent single ‘People Need People’, Good Neighbours have announced their biggest UK tour to date in support of debut album, Blue Sky Mentality.
grandson announces 2026 UK tour to celebrate the release of his new album
Don’t miss Scottish hard rock band Gun when they head to Glasgow this Dec for their annual hometown Christmas gig.
With their fourth album ‘I quit’ set to be released this summer, HAIM have today announced the ‘I quit tour’ – coming to UK arenas this October, with a date at Margate Summer Series also announced for June.
Halestorm are BACK, coming to UK arenas this November with support from Bloodywood, Kelsy Karter & The Heroines.
Ice Nine Kills announce are set to return to the UK this December with support from Creeper and The Devil Wears Prada.
Idlewild have announced a string of UK tour dates for this October.
Isabel LaRosa heads out on the Psychopomp Tour this winter with gigs in Bristol, London, Glasgow, Manchester and Birmingham.
JADE has announced her debut album and solo tour ‘That’s Showbiz Baby’ kicking off this October.
James Arthur has announced a UK tour for Feb 2026 as part of ‘The Pisces World Tour’.
Legendary acid jazz group Jamiroquai have announced 4 UK arena gigs as part of their The Heels of Steel Tour 2025.
Jason Derulo heads out Jan 2026 on The Last Dance World tour.
20-year-old breakout vocal powerhouse Jessie Murph reveals the dates for her upcoming Worldwide Hysteria tour including dates in the UK
Jessie Reyez has announced a UK Tour as part of her ‘Paid In Memories Tour’ this September.
One of modern metal’s most vital and forward-thinking acts, Ukrainian band JINJER are touring the UK in 2026
JLS have announced ‘The Club Is Alive: 2025 Hits Tour’, where they will be performing across the UK this November with support from special guest, Example.
Jojo Siwa brings her explosive energy to the UK with her Infinity Heart tour this October
Kae Tempest has announced his latest tour celebrating his fifth studio album, ‘Self Titled’, kicking off in November.
Katy Perry to bring The Lifetimes Tour to the UK in 2025.
Multi-Platinum global pop superstar Kesha has announced the UK/EU leg of her milestone headline tour – the biggest of her already extraordinary career & marking her first headline live run in the UK and Europe in over a decade.
Killswitch Engage are set to head out on a special UK this October, with support from Hatebreed, Fit For An Autopsy, and Decapitated.
Kneecap are back on the road this November.
Root rocker duo Larkin Poe have announced The Bloom Tour for October 2025.
Lauren Spencer Smith will play UK dates as part of her THE ART OF BEING A MESS European tour, with shows in London, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham and Bristol.
Less Than Jake have announced their ‘Winter Circus’ UK tour for March 2026
He’s back! Lewis Capaldi has announced a UK tour this September, with support from Skye Newman & Aaron Rowe.
Lorde has announced the Ultrasound tour for November 2025, with special guests Blood Orange, Nilfüfer Yanya and Jim-E Stack.
Loyle Carner has announced the hopefully ! UK and European tour for the autumn.
Madness and Squeeze announce the Hit Parade Tour, coming to a city near you this Winter.
Don’t miss alt-pop duo Magdalena Bay when they embark on the Imaginal Mystery Tour early next year.
Marilyn Manson has announced his UK return for this October and November.
Ahead of his UK debut next week at C2C Festival, Max McNown has announced his debut UK tour for December 2025, performing shows in Glasgow, Manchester and London.
Maxïmo Park celebrating 20 years since their debut album with a UK tour in Feb 2026
Metallica will be playing stadiums across the UK in 2026 with Knocked Loose, Gojira, Pantera and Avatar
Mimi Webb has announced The Confessions Tour for autumn 2025!
Mon Rovîa is touring the UK next January
Pennsylvania metalcore band Motionless in White set to return to the UK February 2026.
The British folk-rock band Mumford & Sons share details of a huge 19-date arena tour of UK/Ireland + Europe for December 2025
Irish-English alternative rock band my bloody valentine have announced upcoming dates in Manchester, London & Glasgow.
Nashville in Concert: The Encore Tour will head to the UK next year and will feature stars Clare Bowen, Charles Esten, Jonathan Jackson and Sam Palladio who will take the stage to perform classic songs from the series as well as their own original material.
New Found Glory announce their latest tour for October 2025.
Galway band NewDad are taking their new album on tour around the UK
Singer-songwriter Newton Faulkner will be touring the UK.
Niko B has announced this latest tour for this autumn.
Of Monsters and Men are heading out on a UK tour in February 2026
Olivia Dean is headed around the UK next April on her first headline arena tour
OneRepublic have announce a huge UK tour for 2025.
Post-hardcore act Pierce The Veil announce the ‘I Can’t Hear You Tour’ for September 2025.
Operating at the intersection of heavy music, electronic experimentation, and cinematic atmosphere, don’t miss PRESIDENT when they embark on their UK tour.
Ray LaMontagne is hitting the road for the Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour in May 2026. Celebrating two decades since the release of his seminal debut album, the very special tour will see him perform it in its entirety each night.
English rock band Red Rum Club have announced upcoming gigs across the country this coming September & October.
Iconic Swedish band, Refused have announced they will be going on a 3-date UK Tour this October where they will be performing across Glasgow, Manchester and London.
Rick Astley announces ‘Reflection’ 2026 UK tour
Multi-PLATINUM singer-songwriter Riley Green has announced UK dates for his extensive headlining run, ‘Damn Country Music Tour’.
RNB XMAS BALL is back this December!
Aussie indie-rockers Royel Otis are heading on tour around the UK this November
Saxon announce ‘Hell, Fire and Steel’ headline tour with special guests Dirkschneider as they play seminal album Wheels Of Steel in full, alongside tracks from their latest record.
Scouting For Girls are heading to venues across the UK next March, to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their platinum selling album ‘Everybody Wants to Be on TV’.
Iconic soul and pop band Simply Red today will be heading out across the UK for their 40th anniversary in September & October 2025.
Somebody’s Child have announced a UK Tour for this October.
BRIT Award-nominated DJ and producer Sonny Fodera has announced his biggest UK tour to date this year.
Dosed up on Y2K nostalgia, four-piece group South Arcade are touring the UK this November
Australian indie-rock sensation Spacey Jane are heading on tour.
St Paul & The Broken Bones are set for a UK tour in January 2026.
Hot off the back of a hugely successful summer run of outdoor and stadium gigs, legendary Welsh band Stereophonics head out on a UK arena tour this winter.
Long Island NY hardcore heavyweights Stray From The Path return for the Final United Kingdom Tour this November.
Legendary British band Suede return with the Antidepressants UK Tour in early 2026 in celebration of their tenth studio album of the same name
A collaboration 10 years in the making, don’t miss Sunday (1994) when they hit the road this November.
The Charlatans are heading out on tour this December to celebrate their new album ‘We Are Love’
Indie rockers The Enemy have announced a huge tour at venues across the country this autumn.
The Hives’ ‘Forever Forever The Hives – World Tour 2025’ is coming to Cardiff, Manchester & London this November.
The Last Dinner Party have announced a huge UK tour for this November & December in celebration of their second album ‘From The Pyre’
Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour!
10/11 – 18/11/2025
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Calling all my punk rockers.. what do you get when you put The Offspring and Simple Plan together? The Supercharged would tour, coming to the UK for 2025.
The Plot In You announce a huge UK tour for this November.
The Prodigy will return to stages across the UK next April with with very special guest Carl Cox.
The Red Clay Strays have announced The Red Clay Strays: Get Right Europe Tour, with special guest Early James – with UK dates confirmed in Glasgow, Birmingham & London.
The Royston Club announce a UK for later this year.
The Wailers are celebrating the 40th anniversary of ‘Legend’ with a huge UK tour kicking off in November.
Multi-platinum rock giants Three Days Grace have announced UK dates as part of their upcoming tour with special guests Badflower.
Tide Lines have announced a UK tour for October and November this year.
Tom Meighan has announced a trio of shows in Scotland for this September.
Tom Odell announces his new album ‘A Wonderful Life’ and UK arena tour for October.
Don’t miss an evening of 60s classics performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2’s legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE heading out on tour in 2025.
Tickets are on sale now for Turnstile’s upcoming THE NEVER ENOUGH TOUR, coming to Glasgow, Manchester & London this November.
Country singer Tyler Childers has announced upcoming UK 2026 gigs.
As heard on the global Netflix smash TV hit Bridgerton, Vitamin String Quartet will be heading on tour with The Music of Billie Eilish, Bridgerton and Beyond in 2026.
Volbeat announce the Greatest Of All Tours coming to a city near you, with special guests, Bush and GEL.
We Are Scientists have announced three special UK shows this October celebrating the 20th Anniversary of their debut album ‘With Love & Squalor’.
Seminal British band Wolf Alice have announced a huge headline tour in celebration of their recently announced fourth studio album The Clearing.
Fast becoming one of the key musical voices of his generation, don’t miss YUNGBLUD when he heads out on the Idols UK + Ireland Tour in Apr 2026.
Yusuf/Cat Stevens has today announced a book tour titled Cat On The Road To Findout – An Evening Of Tales, Tunes And Other Mysteries – coming to UK venues this September.
From the biggest names to rising stars in comedy, you’re guaranteed to bust a gut!
Babatunde Aléshé guides us through family life, his new found fame and the joys of Costco in this hilarious new stand up show.
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy… one of the world’s best loved comedians, Jimmy Carr, is back on tour with a brand-new show for 2024 and 2025, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny.
Paul Smith is back and better than ever with his latest tour show, “Pablo”.
“Britain’s Funniest Band” (The Guardian) have made appearances on The Last Leg (Channel 4), Peter Crouch’s Year- Late Euros (BBC One), and are the only band to ever host Never Mind The Buzzcocks.
Unruly, ridiculous, and surprisingly satisfying, the six-headed comedy band includes five outstanding musicians and one non-musical stand-up, Alex Horne, the creator and co-host of the BAFTA and National Comedy Award winning Taskmast (…)
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Bleed From Within have announced The Zenith Tour for 2025, with special guests After The Burial and Great American Ghost.
The greatest battle of the bands is happening. Catch Busted and McFly as they go head-to-head next year for the biggest and most unmissable tour to date.
International pop star. Writer of songs. Fearer of bugs. Girlboss of the Very Sexy CMAT Band. CMAT is back on tour in October 2025 and March 2026.
Don’t miss the Eurovision alum as he embarks on his The Sensual, Seductive & Sexy Tour.
Darius Rucker has announced a UK arena tour with very special guests Jake Owen and The Shires.
Ethel Cain announces the ‘Willoughby Tucker Forever’ Tour, where she will be performing in Manchester, Glasgow and London this October.
Catch Fisher live this summer.
Idlewild have announced a string of UK tour dates for this October.
JADE has announced her debut album and solo tour ‘That’s Showbiz Baby’ kicking off this October.
Jessie Reyez has announced a UK Tour as part of her ‘Paid In Memories Tour’ this September.
Jojo Siwa brings her explosive energy to the UK with her Infinity Heart tour this October
Katy Perry to bring The Lifetimes Tour to the UK in 2025.
Killswitch Engage are set to head out on a special UK this October, with support from Hatebreed, Fit For An Autopsy, and Decapitated.
Kneecap are back on the road this November.
Lauren Spencer Smith will play UK dates as part of her THE ART OF BEING A MESS European tour, with shows in London, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham and Bristol.
He’s back! Lewis Capaldi has announced a UK tour this September, with support from Skye Newman & Aaron Rowe.
Mimi Webb has announced The Confessions Tour for autumn 2025!
New Found Glory announce their latest tour for October 2025.
Niko B has announced this latest tour for this autumn.
OneRepublic have announce a huge UK tour for 2025.
Post-hardcore act Pierce The Veil announce the ‘I Can’t Hear You Tour’ for September 2025.
English rock band Red Rum Club have announced upcoming gigs across the country this coming September & October.
Iconic Swedish band, Refused have announced they will be going on a 3-date UK Tour this October where they will be performing across Glasgow, Manchester and London.
Multi-PLATINUM singer-songwriter Riley Green has announced UK dates for his extensive headlining run, ‘Damn Country Music Tour’.
Iconic soul and pop band Simply Red today will be heading out across the UK for their 40th anniversary in September & October 2025.
Indie rockers The Enemy have announced a huge tour at venues across the country this autumn.
Tom Meighan has announced a trio of shows in Scotland for this September.
As heard on the global Netflix smash TV hit Bridgerton, Vitamin String Quartet will be heading on tour with The Music of Billie Eilish, Bridgerton and Beyond in 2026.
Yusuf/Cat Stevens has today announced a book tour titled Cat On The Road To Findout – An Evening Of Tales, Tunes And Other Mysteries – coming to UK venues this September.
Join us for a trip down memory lane with Twin Atlantic
Scottish rockers Twin Atlantic has teamed up with Ticketmaster to unveil a deeply personal short film chronicling their musical journey from Glasgow’s iconic dive bars to grassroots venues, culminating at the forefront of the Scottish music scene.
Ross McNae from Twin Atlantic, said: “We loved sharing our story through this new film, honouring the venues and communities that have been such a huge part of our musical journey. From the small grassroots venues of Glasgow to the global stage, this documentary is a testament to the shared experiences and unforgettable moments we’ve created together. Thank you for being a part of our story.”
Check out all the upcoming shows in Glasgow and Scotland on this guide, and don’t forget to grab your tickets to see Twin Atlantic on their live shows this year.
Explore all the thrilling matches and tournaments coming to Scotland – and be there when history is made!
Come cheer on the Hibs as they compete against their rivals in the Scottish Football League.
Monster Jam Ramped Up™—when rubber meets metal, you’ll be ramped up for more!
No matter what your age or taste, you’ll find all kinds of great things to do in Scotland!
Panto meets Cirque… Be amazed at Cirque Wicked Wizard of Oz with a cast of 60 and spectacular aerial stunts and amazing special effects this international class arena show is the event of the year, not to be missed.
A sparkling show for kids of all ages featuring a blend of traditional sing-along songs and new compositions, all with a distinctly Scottish flavour.
Monster Jam Ramped Up™—when rubber meets metal, you’ll be ramped up for more!
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Look at what’s playing in some of Scotland’s finest venues.
Built in 1999 and located within the Braehead Complex, the Braehead Arena is a multi-purpose arena that’s home to the expansion Braehead Clan ice hockey team of the Elite Ice Hockey League.
Restored to its original glory, this charming venue re-opened in 2014 and hosts all kinds of live outdoor entertainment including concerts, a cinema, a West End festival and much more
Known for showcasing new and emerging bands, King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut has been at the forefront of the Scottish live music scene since opening in 1990.
Opened in 1997, it’s widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading venues for gigs and club nights which have featured artists from nearly every music genre.
Built in 1909, this was formerly the award-winning Corn Exchange and has played host to the likes of Blur, Arctic Monkeys, Radiohead, Grace Jones, Oasis and more. It’s now part of the Academy Music Group, and has added comedy – including a month of stand-up as part of the Edinburgh Fringe – to its offerings
Opened in 2003 in a historic building and site, the O2 Academy Glasgow hosts a varied programme of events ranging from music and club nights to comedy and much more.
With its unique architectural design and seating capacity of 3,000, the SEC Armadillo is a Glasgow landmark found along the waterfront that delights concert goers.
The SWG3 complex plays host to a multitude of different types of events, and features a live music programme made up of large outdoor shows and club nights.
With a seated capacity of 12,000, The OVO Hydro hosts national and international music stars as well as major global entertainment and sporting events. Hydro Club upgrade and Virgin Money Lounge available.
Scotland’s only five-star concert venue, it is an extraordinary blend of historical and contemporary, traditional and modern, inside and out.
Our Scotland Event guide covers the best events across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee and more. If you’re looking for things to do in Scotland, you’ve come to the right place. Our guide covers all Scottish events, from comedy, theatre, music gigs, concerts, sporting events, family fun days out and much more. Whether you’re native to Scotland and looking for the hottest upcoming events, or visiting as a tourist, you can find the best tickets here.
Our Scotland Guide covers events and Scottish venues with upcoming concerts and gigs, comedy, theatre shows, sporting events, days out and much more. Events across Scottish cities and wider Scotland are covered, including Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Search A-Z by each section or by date range to find events happening today, tonight, this week and this weekend.
Along with our list of events in the Scotland Guide, we also shortlist some of the best Scottish events happening every month, from concerts and gigs, theatre, comedy, sports and much more. Check out our favourite things to do in Scotland this month here.
Our guide includes things to do in Glasgow including music gigs, comedy and theatre. The following Glasgow venues have upcoming events.
The following venues have upcoming Glasgow events:
Our guide contains things to do in Edinburgh, including music concerts, theatre productions and musicals, comedy and much more.
Upcoming Edinburgh events are happening in the following venues:
Our guide contains things to do in Aberdeen including music concerts, theatre, comedy and much more.
Upcoming Aberdeen events are happening in the following venues:
Some additional Scottish Venues outside of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen include:
Our guide covers all the music events you need to know about happening in multiple music venues across Scotland’s various cities. Find upcoming Scottish music events by venue and date in the music section, where you can search A-Z by artist name and by date to find Scottish gigs happening near you. There’s also a Homegrown Talent section, where you can explore Scottish musicians on tour to support local bands and artists. Check out the Big Names on Tour section for the hottest acts happening this year.
For even more music, check out our Concerts & Tours Guide for musicians touring across the UK.
Our Scottish comedy section has all of the comedians on tour in Scotland right now and throughout the year. You can search comedy A-Z or by date to find comedy shows near you. Scotland is also home to the legendary Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Read more about 2019’s edition of Edinburgh Festival Fringe here.
See even more comedy shows and the full list of comics on their UK tour on our Comedy Guide.
Our Guide covers all the Scottish theatre productions and musicals. There is a dedicated theatre section so you can find upcoming plays near you, happening this week, this month and later this year.
Some upcoming Scottish theatre shows are happening in the following venues:
See our West End Theatre Guide for all London theatre tickets and regional theatre shows across the UK.
Our Scottish Sports section has all the sporting events you need to know about happening in various cities and stadiums.
Some sports stadiums in Glasgow and Scotland include:
For a full list of sporting events across the UK, check out our Sports Guide.
The guide also covers Scottish festivals which are not to be missed.
Some upcoming Scotland music festivals include:
For even more festivals, check out our Festival Finder for 2021 & 2022 festivals across the UK.
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