Introducing a brand-new Area for the 2026 GWCT Scottish Game Fair, the NFU Mutual Summer Party!

Running from 11:00am each day, the NFU Mutual Main Stage will bring a full programme of live entertainment to the heart of the Fair, creating a lively space for visitors to gather, relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

What to Expect:

The Summer Party celebrates the very best of Scottish culture and entertainment, with a varied programme running throughout the day.

Visitors can enjoy:

  • Traditional Highland dancing

  • The Bothy Band Competition

  • Storytelling sessions

  • Choir performances

  • Live music across the afternoon and evening

Whether you plan to spend the day with us or simply stop by between exploring the rest of the Fair, the NFU Mutual Main Stage will be a vibrant hub of activity throughout the weekend.

Headline Acts to Be Announced

The NFU Mutual Summer Party will feature special headline performances on both Friday and Saturday evenings – bringing the Main Stage to life with high-energy live music to round off each day at the Fair.

We’ll be revealing the headline acts soon, so keep an eye on this page and our social channels for updates.

At the Heart of the Fair

Located centrally within the event, the NFU Mutual Summer Party adds a new dimension to the Scottish Game Fair experience -combining heritage, talent and celebration in one welcoming space.

The Main Stage area is proudly sponsored by NFU Mutual, supporting rural communities and helping bring this exciting new addition to life.

NFU MUTUAL SUMMER PARTY TIMETABLE

Friday 3rd July

11:00–11:30

Highland Dancing

11:30–12:15

Intermission

12:15–13:00

Bothy Band 1

13:00–13:45

Intermission

13:45–14:15

Story Telling

14:15–15:00

Intermission

15:00–15:45

Choir

15:45–16:30

Intermission

16:30–17:15

Bothy Band 2

17:15–18:00

Intermission

18:00–19:30

Rollin Drones

20:00
Close

Saturday 4th July

11:00–11:30

Highland Dancing

11:30–12:15

Intermission

12:15–13:00

Bothy Band 3

13:00–13:45

Intermission

13:45–14:15

Story Telling

14:15–15:00

Intermission

15:00–15:45

Choir

15:45–16:30

Intermission

16:30–17:15

Bothy Band 4

17:15–18:00

Intermission

18:00–19:30

Headline Band

20:00
Close

Sunday 4th July

11:00–11:30

Highland Dancing

11:30–12:15

Intermission

12:15–13:00

Bothy Band 5

13:00–13:45

Intermission

13:45–14:45

Choir

14:45–15:15

Intermission

15:15–16:00

Bothy Band 6

16:00–16:15

Judges Deliberations

16:15

Winner of Best Bothy Band Announced

16:30
Close

Thanks to our 2026 SPONSORS & PARTNERS