Water Sound Festival

The UK’s newest and most northerly bluegrass and roots festival!

Water Sound Bluegrass & Roots Festival

Burray, Orkney Islands

2nd-4th July 2027

Thank you to everyone who made Watersound 2026 such a success

From the artists and team to everyone who came along, listened, danced, volunteered and brought such a warm atmosphere to Burray, we’re hugely grateful.

Watersound Festival will return next year from 2nd-4th July 2027. It won’t be bigger, just better. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Burray.

Festival Info

The festival will bring both Orkney residents and visitors together to celebrate and showcase the best of what bluegrass and roots music has to offer.

The Water Sound Bluegrass & Roots Festival will include fantastic live performances from an international lineup of artists alongside outstanding musical talent from Orkney and unique musical experiences!

Workshops

Workshop places are free for festival ticket holders, but spaces are limited, so please add your name to the lists at the festival or arrive in good time to secure a spot.