

# Festivals in Kirkwall | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Kirkwall. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in [CITY]. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in [CITY], you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in [CITY] listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Kirkwall

- **Event Name**: Orkney Folk Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for our 43rd festival between 21 and 24 May 2026.
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  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun May 24 2026 at 11:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/orkney-folk-festival-2026/200029257205840
  - **Venue**: Orkney Folk Festival
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- **Event Name**: Orkney Blues Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us in 2026 for our next edition of Orkney Blues Festival! Save the date, book your accommodation, grab your gladrags and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of soul-stirring music across Orkney's most stunning venues. 

From intimate acoustic sessio
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 11:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/orkney-blues-festival-2026/200028649217853
  - **Venue**: KW16 3BS Stromness, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: festivals, art
- **Event Name**: Northern Divisional Festival
  - **Description**: The Northern Divisional Final of the SCDA One Act Play Festival. Teams compete from Orkney, Perthshire and Aberdeen. 

The running order is as follows:

Thursday 2nd April 
⭐The Wee Perthshire Dram-a Company: A Thousand Invisible Choices by Keith Mackenzi
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 02 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Apr 04 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/northern-divisional-festival/200029743956510
  - **Venue**: Orkney Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, performances, festivals, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Longhope Sailing Regatta
  - **Description**: Ladies and gents. A date for your diaries!!!
The Longhope Sailing Regatta will be Saturday 22nd August 2026. 
More details to follow as and when I get them.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 31
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/longhope-sailing-regatta/200029586019815
  - **Venue**: Longhope, Hoy, Orkney Islands.
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## Trending Events in Kirkwall

- **Event Name**: Big Country & Scotland v Morocco
  - **Description**: One of Scotland's most successful rock bands make their Orkney debut as part of their Scottish tour. Expect to hear hits including In a Big Country, Look Away, Fields of Fire, Wonderland &amp; King of Emotion. After the gig, enjoy the Scotland v Morocco g
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Orkney Folk Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for our 43rd festival between 21 and 24 May 2026.
  - **Venue**: Orkney Folk Festival
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- **Event Name**: Orkney Blues Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us in 2026 for our next edition of Orkney Blues Festival! Save the date, book your accommodation, grab your gladrags and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of soul-stirring music across Orkney's most stunning venues. 

From intimate acoustic sessio
  - **Venue**: KW16 3BS Stromness, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: KIMMIC
  - **Description**: Scottish Duo Keiran McLean &amp; Christopher McComiskie, better known as KIMMIC, have cemented themselves as one of the fastest rising acts in Electronic Dance Music. The Dundee born lads have gone from strength to strength, selling out shows all over the
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Rodeo Lobsters: Late
  - **Description**: For one day only, Stereo Lobsters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney's most popular bands get a county makeover for a day clubbing event with your favourite country classics being performed live. When the band aren't on stage, DJ Dixie and DJ Revanew wi
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: DIALOGUES: Julien van Mellaerts baritone Errollyn Wallen piano
  - **Description**: For our final concert of the season we're delighted to welcome New Zealand baritone Julien Van Mellaerts. Praised for his 'charisma and vocal elegance' Julien is highly sought after both as a recitalist and on the operatic stage. His many awards include f
  - **Venue**: Stromness Town Hall
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- **Event Name**: Rodeo Lobsters: Day Clubbing
  - **Description**: For one day only, Stereo Lobsters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney's most popular bands get a county makeover for a day clubbing event with your favourite country classics being performed live. When the band aren't on stage, DJ Dixie and DJ Revanew wi
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Big Country in Kirkwall
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience Big Country Live at TBA on Friday, June 19, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! Big Country is taking over TBA on Friday, June 19, 2026, and with hits like In A Big Country, Look A
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- **Event Name**: HMS Pinafore
  - **Description**: Coming up in May - in the centenary of Kirkwall Amateur Operatic Society, two concert performances of Gilbert and Sullivan's HMS Pinafore in aid of Malawi Music Fund. https://malawimusicfund.org.uk

These will be held at 3pm and 7.30pm in Orkney Arts Thea
  - **Venue**: Orkney Arts Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Orkney Folk Festival 2026 (Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm at Orkney Folk Festival), Orkney Blues Festival 2026 (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at KW16 3BS Stromness, United Kingdom), Northern Divisional Festival (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Orkney Theatre), Longhope Sailing Regatta (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 10:00 am at Longhope, Hoy, Orkney Islands.).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Kirkwall in April 2026?
  - **A:** Orkney Blues Festival 2026 (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at KW16 3BS Stromness, United Kingdom), Northern Divisional Festival (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Orkney Theatre).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals 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 Festivals 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**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Kirkwall include Orkney Folk Festival, KW16 3BS Stromness, United Kingdom, Orkney Theatre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Kirkwall include Orkney Folk Festival, Orkney Blues Festival, SCDA Northern Division.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Kirkwall.

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