Arran Rock ‘n’ Blues Fest has confirmed its return for 1 to 3 May 2026, with Ormidale Park in Brodick once again set to host the three-day live music event. An additional acoustic stage will also run at Brodick Golf Club across the weekend.
The 2026 line-up brings together a broad mix of blues, rock, roots and tribute acts. Headline names include Aynsley Lister, Blue Nation and the Gerry Jablonski Band. Also appearing are the Jed Thomas Band, Chris Bevington Organisation, Blues ’n’ Trouble and the Tommy Bentz Band.
Further acts confirmed for the festival include the Davy Pattison Band, Safehouse, Liz Jones’ Broken Windows, Slagbank, Rigid Soul, Layaway and the George Lindsay Band.
Tribute performances will feature prominently, with Thunderstruck UK delivering an AC/DC set, Bob Floyd performing a Pink Floyd tribute and Magic Coldplay also appearing on the bill. Glasgow band King Buddah has been confirmed as a special guest.
Weekend tickets are priced at £64, with limited camping and van pitches available. The festival is supported by Events Arran and a range of local partners including the Isle of Arran Brewery, Brodick Golf Club and the Co-op.
Arran Rock ‘n’ Blues Fest continues to build its reputation as one of Scotland’s standout grassroots music festivals, bringing established artists and emerging talent together on the island across a full weekend of live music.
- Aynsley Lister
- Blue Nation
- Gerry Jablonski Band
- Jed Thomas Band
- Chris Bevington Organisation
- Blues ’n’ Trouble
- Tommy Bentz Band
- Davy Pattison Band
- Safehouse
- Liz Jones’ Broken Windows
- Slagbank
- Rigid Soul
- Layaway
- George Lindsay Band
- King Buddah
- Thunderstruck UK
- Bob Floyd
- Magic Coldplay
