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Live In Loch Goil, one of Scotland’s most anticipated boutique music festivals, returns for 2026!
From May 1st – 3rd, an incredible line-up will take over two stages, as the award-winning festival unveils its first wave of artists, promising an unforgettable weekend of music, food, drink, and celebration in the stunning village of Lochgoilhead.
Set against the backdrop of this scenic village, Live In Loch Goil offers the perfect escape, with music, local cuisine, and beautiful surroundings.
Weekend Tickets are Sold Out. Limited Day Tickets on sale from Friday 13 February:
We’ve put together a handy festival Q&A. If you don’t find your question answered here, please reach out to our team and we will be happy to help you.
Live in Loch Goil is a 500-capacity music festival which will take place on the grounds of Lochgoilhead Village Hall from 1st - 3rd May 2026.
The festival will showcase a fantastic variety of live music over two undercover stages (Main Stage in the Marquee and Acoustic Stage in the Hall), as well as local food and drink.
Tickets available via Skiddle, just click on the link on this page - https://www.skiddle.com/e/40949883
Weekend Adult: SOLD OUT
Weekend Youth (13 - 17): SOLD OUT
Weekend Child (12 and under): SOLD OUT
Each year we offer local residents (Lochgoilhead and Carrick Castle) and holiday home owners the opportunity to purchase tickets at a discounted rate. Proof of address is required to purchase and on admission to festival. These tickets are sold out for 2026. Be sure to sign up to our mailing list for 2027.
If you’ve purchased your ticket online through Skiddle, then chances are you will have received an e-ticket. If you email support@skiddle.co.uk they will be able to reissue your ticket.
There will be a wristband collection point at the Box Office (Entrance) to the festival, where you can exchange your ticket for a wristband, valid throughout the weekend.
Only food and drink purchased at the event will be allowed to be consumed in the festival area, and there will be searches in place at the entrance. Due to security restrictions, bags larger than A4 will not be permitted within the site.
It is not our policy to issue refunds on tickets unless the event is cancelled or postponed.
We recommend you sell your ticket via Skiddle Re:sell, Skiddle's ticket exchange platform - skiddle.com/features/ticket-resell.php. This will allow you to return and resell your tickets to other customers risk free.
As we’re a family-friendly festival, under 18’s are welcome along, if accompanied by a responsible adult over 18. One adult can be responsible for up to four children under 18.
Yes, you will be issued with a wristband on arrival, so as long as you keep this on, you will be allowed to exit and re-enter festival site throughout the weekend.
If there are tickets left then we will allow them to be purchased over the weekend, but we urge you to purchase tickets in advance to guarantee entry, and to secure the best price.
Unfortunately due to the nature of the site, it’s guide dogs only.
Both stages are accessible, and we also have an accessible WC located within the Village Hall. Disabled tickets are charged at the standard adult price, with one carer admitted free of charge.
Unfortunately due to health & safety, we are unable to permit seating to be brought in. If you have any access requirements, please email info@livinlochgoil.co.uk and we can arrange seating.
Live in Loch Goil is held in the stunning village of Lochgoilhead. Both stages are undercover, although there are bars, seating areas and food outlets outside. The festival will showcase a rich variety of live music over two stages (Main Stage in the Marquee and Acoustic Stage in the Hall).
Lochgoilhead is a small, picturesque village, located within Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park, 6 miles off the A83 Rest & be Thankful, and just over one hour from Glasgow. Overlooking the stunning Loch Goil, the location is famous for appearing in various films.
A daily bus service operates from Helensburgh to Lochgoilhead (except Sundays), timetable is available here: https://bustimes.org/services/302-carrick-castle-helensburgh.
Alternatively, Lochgoilhead is 13 miles from Arrochar & Tarbet Railway Station (with trains from Glasgow Queen Street), and 6 miles from the Rest & be Thankful, where buses between Glasgow & Oban or Campbeltown often stop – please check with your driver before boarding.
Alternatively, a taxi can be booked in advance:
Trident: 01436593614
There is no car parking at the festival site. We urge you (where possible) to car share or walk from your accommodation if you’re staying nearby. We are walking distance from Drimsynie Estate and from anywhere in Lochgoilhead Village. If you are driving to the event, then please park in the main village carpark, across from the Post Office. Please note, Hall Road will be local access only.
There is good service on the EE & Vodafone networks, but please note that signal might vary due to the location, and the volume of attendees over the weekend.
The Boatshed
Cafe with stunning views over Loch Goil. 2 miles from festival site - theboatshedlochgoil.co.uk
Loch Goil Gin
Craft gin made using botanicals from the hills surrounding loch goil. Also the main spirit at Live in Loch Goil - lochgoilgin.com
Scouts Scotland
Outdoor adventure centre offering various activities across the festival weekend, exclusively for festival attendees - scouts.scot/outdoor-centres/lochgoilhead
Mountain Guide Scotland
Qualified mountain guide offering guided walks of the mountains in the area. Also happens to be one of the two organisers of Live in Loch Goil - mountainguidescotland.co.uk
The Goil Inn
Local bar and restaurant near festival site - goilinn.com
The Shorehouse
B&B Bar and pizza restaurant. Located at the head of Loch Goil, just a 5 minute walk from the festival site - shorehouselochgoilhead.co.uk
Post Office and shop - Located opposite the village car park, 2 minute walk from festival site.
The Wee Shop - Licensed mini market located within Drimsynie Holiday Village. 1.5 miles from festival site.
Drimsynie Holiday Village & Hotel
Holiday park with various accommodation types, swimming pool, restaurant, spa and leisure facilities. Open to the public. Located 1 mile from the festival site - argyllholidays.com
Argyll Holidays has a wide range of accommodation available over the weekend from brand new hotel rooms and cottages to luxury caravans and deluxe hot tub lodges, all within walking distance of the festival: www.argyllholidays.com. There are also several local guesthouses and places nearby for Campervans to park up (please note there are no hookup/ waste disposal facilities). We do not offer camping facilities at Live In Loch Goil.
We are still working on the final details. Once confirmed we will post on here and our social media channels. Festival opening hours are as follows:
Friday 1 May: 1700-2300
Saturday 2 May: 1200-2300
Sunday 3 May: 1200-2200
We have a diverse line-up booked for the festival, with a variety of bands and acoustic acts performing over both stages.
We will announce all our offerings on our social media in due course.
All of our bars & food outlets are cashless.
Please email ross@liveinlochgoil.co.uk
Our artist submission form is available here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqvhohqQQwQQZYJ4AKCbocFiz4P0XHicWMi_fkknRuUKuMKw/viewform?usp=sf_link
We have several licensed bars onsite, and as a result we operate a challenge 25 policy. If you’re lucky enough to look under 25 then please expect to show ID when purchasing alcohol. ID can be in the form of a passport or driving license.
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