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.

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.

What to Expect:

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

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.

Rollin Drones

The Rollin Drones, a Glasgow-based bagpipe pop band, are known for their unique blend of traditional influences and modern sound, as well as their high-energy stage presence. They’ll be performing on the NFU Mutual Stage on Friday 3rd July from 6pm.

Battle of the Bothy Bands

Across all three days of the event, shortlisted bands will take to the Main Stage at Scone Palace, performing in front of thousands of visitors for the chance to be crowned the first-ever Bothy Bands champions at the NFU Mutual Summer Party.

The Jacobites

This year, we’re turning up the energy with our Saturday headline act, The Jacobites, bringing a lively evening of music, dancing, and unforgettable atmosphere. Live on the NFU Mutual Stage, Saturday 4th July, 6pm

Visitors can enjoy:

  • Traditional Highland dancing
  • The Bothy Band Competition
  • Storytelling sessions
  • Choir performances
  • Live music across the afternoon and evening

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
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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
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