Heartland Festival

Heartland Festival 2026

On 27 and 28 June 2026, the Heartland Festival returns to Ferry Road, Pitlochry, Perthshire, Scotland. Set against the stunning Highland Perthshire landscape, this two-day event celebrates music, community, and Scottish culture by the River Tummel.

Music

Enjoy a diverse lineup of folk, pop, rock, and traditional Celtic music from Scottish acts and emerging artists across multiple stages in scenic glades.

Food & Drink

Sample local treats including haggis-topped burgers, sweet shortbread, and craft beers brewed in Scotland at artisan food stalls throughout the festival grounds.

Family Activities

A dedicated family area offers face painting, games, and storytelling, giving parents a relaxing festival experience.

Atmosphere

Celebrate Highland heritage with evening ceilidh dances, campfire jam sessions, and opportunities to explore Pitlochry’s natural beauty and nearby attractions like Blair Castle and Pitlochry Distillery.

Pitlochry is well connected by public transport, making it easy to reach from major cities. The town lies on the Highland Main Line, with ScotRail trains running regularly from Edinburgh and Glasgow (via Perth or Gleneagles) up to Inverness. The train journey is scenic and comfortable—expect roughly 2 to 2.5 hours from Edinburgh or Glasgow, and about 1.5 hours from Inverness. Pitlochry Station is a short taxi or local bus ride (about 20 minutes on foot) from the festival site. Coach services are available as well: Stagecoach runs local buses (for example, route 23 links Pitlochry with Perth), and long-distance coaches like Megabus or FlixBus may include Pitlochry stops en route to other cities.

By car, Pitlochry is conveniently located on the A9, Scotland’s main north-south highway. It is roughly a 75-minute drive from Inverness or Edinburgh, and just under two hours from Glasgow (depending on traffic). Follow motorway signs for Pitlochry (Postcode PH16). Free parking is available in town, including near the festival site, though spaces can fill up quickly on busy weekends. For air travel, the nearest major airports are Edinburgh and Glasgow, each about two hours away by road. Inverness Airport is closer (around 75 minutes by car) and offers flights to UK destinations. All three airports provide car rental and bus or train connections to Pitlochry.

Pitlochry offers a range of accommodations to suit different needs. The town centre has hotels, inns, and cozy B&Bs, plus a few self-catering cottages and a hostel. There are also local campsites and glamping sites for those who enjoy outdoor stays. Summer weekends can book up fast, so be sure to reserve your lodging early if you want a spot close to town. If Pitlochry’s options are full, nearby villages like Moulin or Grandtully have guesthouses and lodges within a short drive. Staying in the area means you can easily grab dinner at a local pub or wander into town for shops and cafes after the music ends each night.