Pavilion Festival – Ayr, Scotland 2026

Overview

The Pavilion Festival, now in its fourth year since launching in Ayr, is a dynamic weekend celebration of live music that transforms the town’s Low Green into a pulsating hub of energy, drawing crowds for a lineup of electronic, dance, and house heavyweights amid the Scottish seaside’s fresh breeze. Founded to bring world-class DJs and emerging talents to the West Coast, it emphasizes accessibility with a focus on community vibes, blending headliner sets with local openers to create an unforgettable escape where the crowd’s roar meets the Irish Sea’s rhythm. As a relatively young event, it has quickly built a reputation for its intimate scale and electric atmosphere, supported by local promoters who prioritize quality sound and sustainable practices, making it a must for fans seeking a post-winter kickstart to the season.

This 2026 edition promises another immersive dive into dance music’s depths, kicking off with Saturday’s blend of infectious grooves from Ewan McVicar and MK, flowing into Sunday’s techno odyssey led by Carl Cox. Held on the sprawling Low Green, it offers a canvas for spontaneous connections—think sunset sets spilling into after-parties, all while fostering Ayr’s growing reputation as a coastal music hotspot.

Event Highlights

• Main activities or performances: A full day of DJ sets and live acts on Saturday featuring Ewan McVicar and MK, with more TBA; Sunday headlined by Carl Cox, blending deep house, techno, and electronic anthems across multiple stages for non-stop dancing.
• Special traditions or features: Annual return to the Low Green for a seaside-infused vibe; post-set after-parties in local venues; emphasis on emerging Scottish talent as openers, evolving from past years’ sell-outs with added sustainability like eco-friendly staging.
• Unique attractions for visitors: Beach-adjacent location allowing for sea dips between sets; family-friendly early slots blending with evening frenzy; interactive zones with local craft stalls and photo ops against Ayr’s iconic pavilion backdrop.

About this event

• Founded in recent years to spotlight dance music on Scotland’s West Coast, now in its fourth edition with a track record of sell-out crowds and rave reviews.
• Focused on electronic and house genres, with a lineup curated for energy and diversity, drawing from global and local scenes.
• Held at the Low Green in Ayr, leveraging the town’s coastal charm for an open-air experience that amplifies every bass drop.
• Supported by local promoters, emphasizing community ties with after-parties and youth openers to nurture the next wave.
• Attracts thousands for its intimate yet explosive scale, blending headliners with TBA surprises to keep the anticipation alive.
• Builds on past successes with sustainable practices, like reduced plastic and carbon-offset travel, fostering a feel-good festival ethos.

Why attend

Attending the Pavilion Festival means surrendering to a coastal crescendo where MK’s house hooks pull you into the Low Green crowd, and Carl Cox’s techno tidal wave crashes against the sea, turning strangers into synchronized dancers under Ayr’s endless sky—it’s the electric thrill of discovering a hidden Scottish gem, where families ease in with afternoon grooves and night owls chase the afterglow, all laced with that salty air that makes every drop feel deeper. With its fourth-year evolution, it’s a post-winter pulse for electronic devotees, blending big-room bangers with intimate connections in a setting that whispers ‘summer’s here.’

More than the lineup, you’re fueling a West Coast uprising that spotlights local DJs and sustainable vibes, your weekend a quiet nod to the promoters keeping Ayr’s scene alive. Whether you’re a house head hunting McVicar’s melodies or a techno tribalist trailing Cox’s cosmos, the festival’s fusion of seaside serenity and sonic storm delivers those horizon-hugging highs—perfect for May escapes where the music meets the tide.

Date & Duration

• Dates: May 2 – May 3, 2026
• Duration: 2 days

Venue / Location

• Main venue: Low Green, a expansive open-air park perfect for stages and crowds with direct sea views.
• Additional venues: Local pubs and after-party spots for evening extensions; no formal indoor sites.
• Main event Google location address: Low Green, Sandgate, Ayr KA7 1JR, Scotland

Ticket Information

• Tickets are sold online via the official website (pavilionfestival.com); advance purchase essential as early birds sell out fast.
• Admission is paid, with efforts to keep it accessible for families and groups.
• Ticket pricing in USD only: Early bird weekend passes $38 to $57 USD.
• Minimum and maximum tickets pricing: Minimum $38 USD (early bird general admission); maximum $57 USD (standard weekend pass).
• No lottery system; first-come, first-served with group discounts for 4+ via email inquiry.
• Special seating or VIP options: No formal VIP; general admission with flexible standing/blanket areas for all.

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Contact Information

• Email: info@pavilionfestival.com (general inquiries, tickets, and lineup updates).
• Phone: Not specified; use email or website form for responses within 24–48 hours.
• Website: https://pavilionfestival.com (full program, bookings, and news).
• Social Media: @pavilionfestival (Instagram and Facebook for teasers and announcements).
• Key Staff: Festival Team (contact via email for programming queries).
• Press/Volunteers: Press releases to info@pavilionfestival.com; volunteer spots via form (TBD for 2026, English support available).

Getting There

• Nearest airports: Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), 35 miles away (45-minute drive via A77); Glasgow International (GLA) for more flights, about 50 miles (1-hour drive).
• Public transport: Trains from London Euston to Ayr (5 hours via Avanti West Coast); local buses connect station to Low Green (5-minute ride).
• Driving: Access via A77 coastal road, with free parking at nearby council lots; SatNav postcode KA7 1JR.
• Cycling/walking: Ayr’s flat paths are bike-friendly; racks at park; station to venue 15-minute walk.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly green with ramps; taxis from station ($15 via apps); contact for priority viewing.

Accommodation Options

• Budget stays: Premier Inn Ayr Seafront (beachfront, from $80/night, breakfast included); hostels like Ayr YHA ($50/night dorms).
• Mid-range: The Berkeley Arms (central, $100–130/night, family rooms); Fairfield House Hotel ($110/night, parking).
• Luxury: Brig o’ Doon House (boutique, $150+/night, spa options); Enterkine Country House ($140/night, gourmet).
• Festival packages: Bundled stays via VisitScotland.com with B&Bs; camping at nearby Heads of Ayr ($60/night pitches).
• Booking tips: Book early for May; check ayrshire-arran.com for deals.

Reviews

• Coastal crescendo killer—MK’s house had us heaving, McVicar’s vibes pure Ayr perfection.
• Fourth-year firecracker; Cox’s techno tidal wave crashed gloriously, family frenzy from first drop.
• Low Green legend reborn—lineup luminosity lit the seaside, a summer starter that stole our souls.