# Live Shows in Kirkwall | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Kirkwall — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Kirkwall are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Kirkwall that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Kirkwall show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Kirkwall

- **Event Name**: The Chair's Winter Warm-Up
  - **Description**: In advance of Orkney supergroup The Chair's biggest show ever-playing to a potential 14,000 people at the Glasgow OVO Hydro in December-they are hosting a special 'Winter Warm-up' at Rapture. They make their debut appearance at the new venue on November 1
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 08:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/the-chairs-winter-warm-up/200030790131155
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: music
- **Event Name**: Music fir the Mind
  - **Description**: Join us for an exciting, free family-friendly musical showcase featuring an eclectic and fantastic lineup of talented local musicians! All ages are welcome to come along and enjoy the live performances.We’ll be serving delicious soup, fresh bread, home ba
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/music-fir-the-mind/200030777218032
  - **Venue**: Stromness Town Hall
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Rapture Rewind with The Cat
  - **Description**: The Cat is back with the very best of the 80s, 90s, 00s.
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 10:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/rapture-rewind-with-the-cat/200030790129550
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Nashville Christmas Party: Late Show
  - **Description**: Nashville Christmas Party is a high-energy country & western extravaganza with The Ruby Rendall Family Band.

The Rapture stage will come alive with modern country anthems, classic singalongs and festive crossovers that keep the dancefloor full.
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/nashville-christmas-party-late-show/200030775929747
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Orkney Blues Festival 2027
  - **Description**: The UK’s most northerly blues festival returns to Orkney from 23–25 April 2027.

Join us in Stromness for a full weekend of live blues, with music day and night in venues including Stromness Town Hall, The Royal Hotel and Stromness Legion.

Our 2027 line-
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 23 2027 at 07:00 pm – Sun Apr 25 2027 at 11:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/orkney-blues-festival-2027/200030775926536
  - **Venue**: Stromness Town Hall
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Workshops, Music, Art, Theatre, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Judge Jules & Will Atkinson
  - **Description**: Two of the biggest names in dance music team up for a special show that has been 23 years in the making.

In 2003, Judge Jules was one of the world's most successful DJs and had been presenting his hugely popular Radio 1 slot for six years. Will Atkinson
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 10:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/judge-jules-and-will-atkinson/200030835052020
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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## Trending Events in Kirkwall

- **Event Name**: Lameness Control - Suckler Cattle Feet First Aid
  - **Description**: Join us at Orkney Auction Mart to learn about cattle lameness, treatments and prevention. Practical advice, expert speakers & lunch providedAbout this EventCome along to Orkney Auction Mart to hear from Colin Mason (R
  - **Venue**: Orkney Auction Mart
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- **Event Name**: Community Wardrobe
  - **Description**: Fancy a wardrobe refresh? Community Wardrobe, The Girnal, 7 Nov, 10am-4pm. Swap, shop, print & mend! Your clothes are your currency!
  - **Venue**: The Girnel (Sailing Club)
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- **Event Name**: Orkney Women in Agriculture - Health Planning
  - **Description**: Kythe Mackenzie is coming again to Orkney as a follow on from last's year health planning meeting.About this EventKythe Mackenzie is coming again to Orkney as a follow on from last's year health planning meeting.It
  - **Venue**: Albert Hotel, Orkney, KW15 1LB
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- **Event Name**: Rodeo Radio with DJ RevAnew
  - **Description**: DJ RevAnew is back in Rapture with the best new country hits, classic country anthems and singalong favourites.
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Stenness Winter Fayre
  - **Description**: Join us for our annual Winter Fayre on Saturday 1st November.

Lots of fabulous stalls, a community cafe and great raffle
  - **Venue**: Stenness Community Association
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- **Event Name**: Halloween Fancy Dress SPOOKFEST 2026
  - **Description**: 𝕹𝖔𝖜 𝖜𝖊'𝖗𝖊 𝓼𝓹𝓸𝓸𝓴𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝖜𝖎𝖙𝖍 𝖌𝖆𝖘!

This Halloween, Saturday 31st October will see the return of Spookfest at the Auld Motorhoose! 🎃
Come dressed in your spookiest costumes, enjoy an entire evening of live music and help raise money for Soma's Light! Be sure to
  - **Venue**: The Auld Motorhoose
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- **Event Name**: Halloween Ball
  - **Description**: Join us for the first Rapture Halloween Ball. The Cat brings you a spooky Rewind with 80s, 90s, 00s Anthems plus Halloween Classics

No entry without costume

Spooky cocktails, Photo ops, Jump scares, Halloween decor, Prizes for best dressed
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Fouby B2B DJ B-Side B2B Onlydrams
  - **Description**: Rapture welcomes back Fouby, DJ B-SIDE and Onlydrams on Saturday 7 November for a special B3B session. Expect a journey through Techno, House, UKG, Trance and so much more as the three DJs go head-to-head behind the decks. One night, infinite genres and p
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Inclusive Orkney Bingo Night
  - **Description**: We are delighted to share the date of our next 'Bingo Night' 😍 Friday 20th November 6.30pm, eyes down at 7pm.  

All welcome 🥰 £10 for your book, tea/coffee/juice and a hot dog supper. Great prizes up for a grab and a raffle.  We can't wait to see you the
  - **Venue**: Royal British Legion Kirkwall
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** The Chair's Winter Warm-Up (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), Music fir the Mind (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:00 pm at Stromness Town Hall), Rapture Rewind with The Cat (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 10:30 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), Nashville Christmas Party: Late Show (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:30 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), Orkney Blues Festival 2027 (Fri Apr 23 2027 at 07:00 pm at Stromness Town Hall).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances 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 Performances 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 Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Kirkwall include 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom, Stromness Town Hall.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Kirkwall include Rapture Nightclub, Soma’s Light SCIO, Orkney Blues Festival.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances 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 Performances events in Kirkwall?
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