Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in Kirkwall. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in Kirkwall for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in Kirkwall too.
Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in Kirkwall.
## Trending Events in Kirkwall - **Event Name**: Smugglers, Pirates and Jacobites - **Description**: A wildly entertaining journey through Kirkwall's lanes and legendary tales, where history comes alive with a splash of gin. Meet shipwrecked survivors, Jacobite rebels, and the infamous Pirate Gow. You will find yourself in the middle of a handfast weddin - **Venue**: The Orkney Distillery - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a8f4c49782cdf85d1784a1788a8921a7bcda3ed9a9f8db8c10fae44d8f96acab-rimg-w1200-h675-dc888888-gmir?v=1787958224 - **Event Name**: First Foot Soldiers - **Description**: Formed in late 2010, First Foot Soldiers have established themselves as one of Shetland's most in-demand live acts, playing a wide range of classic rock and pop songs from the 20th Century. - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/22f740bc5493f2f6e4c3764251917294170fad31b0e215d165db877503d2e974-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1787317258 - **Event Name**: Northern Orkney scenic dive trip - **Description**: Six days aboard MV Clasina featuring walls, gullies and drift dives over beautiful Scottish reefs. Open to BSAC sports or PADI rescue and above. - **Venue**: Stromness Harbour - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8e59f04b390747caf76b38711f6ae041d12fb768de83bcda993952513930cabe-rimg-w1200-h1799-dc08f8f8-gmir?v=1789926851 - **Event Name**: Orkney Visit 9th - 11th October 2026 - **Description**: IKKOS EQUESTRIAN IS COMING TO ORKNEY I’m heading to Orkney for the weekend of 9th to 11th October 2026, bringing an evening talk, quiz and raffle on Friday, followed by two full days of bit & bridle consultations at Market Stance Indoor. FRIDAY 9TH - **Venue**: Market Stance, Kirkwall, Orkney - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f996d2e1f48c1bc10b3e8b8a2c0e4c758916f9a28812e3364fd0b9cd1ac6dd3f-rimg-w1200-h630-dc2858a8-gmir?v=1788908745 - **Event Name**: Island Food + Fungi: Food Resilience and Mushroom Growing - **Description**: Join us in person to explore tasty island eats and grow your own resilient mushrooms!About this EventIsland Food + Fungi: Food Resilience and Mushroom Growing - **Venue**: Orkney Library & Archive - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/630fa80cbe0513d621d814ce682661adc0adcf95062aa31b2d8d8e44a1c12471-rimg-w1122-h1402-dcf8f8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1788645621 - **Event Name**: Paula Obrien LIVE Orkney - The Orkney Theatre 5th of October 2026 - **Description**: Join Paula & her wonderful audience on her 2025/2026 Tour, ‘Nothing Medium About Me’ for an evening filled with laughter, tears and enlightenment, which will give you a unique insight into the parameters of both life and death. Paula’s Nothing Medium - **Venue**: Orkney Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/67b4d0d9d24ecffb8078bbbd2b42c49bbee1a1ab823460933c3d1bc4d03b05dd-rimg-w1200-h676-dcb8b8b8-gmir?v=1787960406 - **Event Name**: 70's Day Clubbing - **Description**: Join us for four hours of your favourite hits from the 70s - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/daeb7e7fe17da73e78d52c0dc7a5689f6d3b6c26d9fb5aa5a41d62f7a174baab-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc181838-gmir?v=1788326427 ## Browse Art Events by Date - [Art Events Today in Kirkwall](https://allevents.in/kirkwall/art--today) - [Art Events This Weekend in Kirkwall](https://allevents.in/kirkwall/art--this-weekend) - [Art Events in September in Kirkwall](https://allevents.in/kirkwall/art--september) - [Art Events in October in Kirkwall](https://allevents.in/kirkwall/art--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: How can I find Art events in Kirkwall? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Kirkwall on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Kirkwall? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: Are there any online Art events available? - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Art events in Kirkwall? - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in Kirkwall. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fa/62c63e1af3495c9493152cf57d2048/art.png ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [Arts events in Wick](https://allevents.in/wick-gb/art) - [Events in Wick](https://allevents.in/wick-gb)