St Magnus International Festival

18/06/2026

From farmyard to philharmonic.
The Orkney Auction Mart, reimagined for St Magnus Festival. A space rooted in local life, now filled with music. We can't wait to welcome you tomorrow.

Last tickets remaining for tomorrow, book yours now: https://stmagnusfestival.com/festival-programme-2026/1-welcome-orkney-festival-orchestra

18/06/2026

Tomorrow it begins.
St Magnus Festival turns 50, and we are ready to celebrate 🎉

17/06/2026

A snapshot of some of the recent coverage around St Magnus Festival as we gear up for our 50th year.

🗞️ The Guardian reflected on the legacy of Peter Maxwell Davies and the festival’s place in Orkney’s cultural life.
✍️ Planet Hugill explored the composer-led ethos of the festival at 50.
🎶 VoxCarnyx marked the milestone year with a closer look at this major moment for St Magnus.
⭐ The Scotsman highlighted the festival’s connection to place and its evolving programme.
📰 The National covered the special anniversary programme and what makes this year distinct.
📍 St Magnus was also featured in a listing in the i

Have a read and explore more!

17/06/2026

We are excited to be welcoming a few exceptional and accomplished musicians from the Scottish music scene including Fergus McCreadie, Matt Carmichael, Juliette Lemoine and Chris Amer.

Each of these artists is already shaping the sound of contemporary Scottish music in their own way, and we are proud to showcase their work as part of this year's festival.

Hear them in:
Event 19 - Chris Amer & Juliette Lemoine
June 22, 9:30pm, The Neuk, Albert Hotel

Event 41 – Making Peace With What Is: Chris Amer
June 26, 9:00pm, Stromness Town Hall

15/06/2026

The relationship between Orkney and Iceland is one of the deepest and most culturally significant in the North Atlantic, and we’re delighted to celebrate this connection as we mark our 50th anniversary. 🇮🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

From rare UK performances by vocal ensemble Voces Thules, to the UK premiere of the immersive opera Mörsugur, and striking programmes from award-winning cellist Geirþrúður Anna Guðmundsdóttir, there is plenty to enjoy.

These events are proving popular, don’t miss out.

Event 15: Spinning Bach: Geirþrúður Guðmundsdóttir
(June 22, 11am, Stromness Ton Hall)

Event 23: Sagas, Skalds, Songs: Voces Thules
(June 23, 3pm, South Ronaldsay & Burray Church)

Event 25: Mörsugur: Árnadóttir & Jónsdóttir
(June 23, 7pm, Orkney Theatre)

Event 30: Nordic Songs for Saints: Voces Thules
(June 24, 8pm, St Magnus Cathedral)

Event 32: Written on the Wind: Guðmundsdóttir & Préat
(June 25, 1pm, St Magnus Cathedral)

12/06/2026

One week today.
St Magnus Festival 2026 begins.

10/06/2026

St Magnus Madness starts now. Enjoy 10% off all festival tickets, today only!
Have you had your eye on something? Now is the time.

09/06/2026

08/06/2026

The Cooperation Band sits in the top ten rankings in the world, and they are joining us for not one but two concerts at St Magnus Festival later this month, as we celebrate our 50th year.

Here’s a glimpse of what to expect from their set list. This is not one to miss.

Catch them first performing the Invisible Symphony with the Wallace Collection on 26 June at 7pm in St Magnus Cathedral.

Then see them again with Now Westlin’ Winds on 27 June at 7.30pm at Orkney Auction Mart.

05/06/2026

We can't wait to have join us in Orkney later this month.
Listen to them talk about what you can expect from their 2 concerts!