Welcome to the Orkney Blues Festival – the most Northerly Blues Festival in the UK!

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We’re thrilled to have been nominated for “Best Festival” in the UK Blues Federation awards at the start of 2026. This recognition celebrates what we’ve always known: that a small community-based festival, run by passionate volunteers, can deliver world-class music and unforgettable experiences.

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Whether you’re visiting from the south or joining us locally, we promise the warmest of welcomes, the best of island hospitality, and an incredible lineup of visiting and local artists.

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This festival is for everyone who supports us – by buying tickets, performing, volunteering, and sponsoring. So enjoy the weekend, the music, the food, drink, and most importantly, each other. This is a celebration of blues music’s long and storied history, and we write a new chapter each year.

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Love, The Orkney Blues Festival Committee x