The Gathering Festival Reveals Expanded Stage 2 Line-Up for 2026
The Gathering Festival has unveiled its Stage 2 line-up, adding a mix of emerging artists, family-friendly programming, and contemporary Scottish talent to this year’s event.
Returning to the Northern Meeting Park in Inverness on Saturday 30 May 2026, The Gathering continues to celebrate Scottish culture with an eclectic second stage programme alongside the already announced main stage.
Leading the Stage 2 line-up are Glasgow trad fusion band Dlù, known for blending traditional influences with a contemporary sound while championing Gaelic culture.
Joining them is rising singer-songwriter Kirsteen Harvey, whose mix of pop and folk has earned her a growing online following and support from BBC Radio Scotland and Lewis Capaldi. Also announced are experienced performer Maria MacAveety and Highland folk duo Amy Henderson and Ewan MacPherson.
Stage 2 will also include family-friendly programming, with Ceilidh Tots, performances from the Cheryl Heggie School of Dance, and the legendary family ceilidh!
The expanded programme has been made possible thanks to support from EventScotland, part of VisitScotland.
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Claire Clark, Festival Director of The Gathering, said: “Stage 2 has always been about providing an immersive experience and this year it’s bigger and better than ever.”
Rebecca Edser, Head of EventScotland, said: “The Gathering Festival provides an opportunity for communities and visitors alike to connect and share memorable experiences.”
Stage 2 complements the main stage line-up featuring Skerryvore, Beluga Lagoon, Valtos, Torridon, Talisk, Kim Carnie, Dàna, Còisir Na H-Òige and the City of Inverness Youth Pipe Band.
Festival organisers say demand for this year’s event has been exceptionally strong, with 95% of tickets already sold just weeks before the festival takes place
For more info and tickets, visit: www.thegatheringscotland.com
