What’s On

What’s On at Water Sound Festival 2026

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!

Tickets now on sale

Weekend Passes and Day Tickets are now on sale.

Get Tickets

We have confirmed the following artists, more will be announced soon:

Important

Tickets purchased are for the event and any billed artists or attractions may be subject to change without notice.

Apply to play

The lineup for our festival is confirmed well in advance. If you would like to be considered for playing at Water Sound Festival please contact us.

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.

Jamming

Join in at Water Sound this year, with a dedicated jamming tent, informal sessions across the site, and a programme of led jams to help more players get involved.