It is shaping up to be another massive year for music in Scotland, with concerts from acts such as Metallica, Bon Jovi and Calvin Harris already lined up for 2026.
Whether you have plans to see your favourite musician or you’re looking to see what you could be missing out on, there are so many exciting gigs scheduled this year.
No matter the type of music you prefer, there are plenty of opportunities to head out and enjoy live music in Scotland - from Barry Manilow at the Hydro or Luke Combs at Murrayfield Stadium, to David Byrne at the SEC Armadillo, Pitbull at Bellahouston Park, or Lorde at the Royal Highland Showgrounds.
With tours from some of the world’s biggest artists on the horizon, here are all of the biggest concerts coming to Scotland in 2026.
57. The Darkness — Tuesday, December 8
Just in time for Christmas, rockers The Darkness will perform at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro. Playing the venue on Tuesday, December 8, it is part of their Band of Brothers Arena Tour, where they will be joined by Brothers Osborne and A. | Getty Images
58. Sex Pistols feat. Frank Carter — Wednesday, December 9 & Thursday, December 10
With Frank Carter performing vocals, the Sex Pistols have two gigs in Scotland lined up for 2026. Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock and contemporary punk star Carter will perform at Edinburgh’s Corn Exchange on Wednesday, December 9, and The O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday, December 10 . | Getty Images