Heather on the Hill | Edinburgh

Heather On The Hill Festival, a brand-new family-focused one day festival taking place at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 22 August 2026. The festival has been created by Nathan Evans & The Saint Phnx Band and has been designed as a festival for all the family, promising a lively mix of music and all-day entertainment for all ages.

Alongside the live music, Heather On The Hill offers a full day out for families. Young festivalgoers can enjoy face painting, immersive story sessions, arts and crafts, workshops, kids yoga, messy play, a dedicated music and singing tent, lively funfair attractions and a cast of roaming entertainers who will bring the site to life from start to finish. Adults and children alike can explore the festival’s makers market, celebrating local artists, crafters and small creative businesses with unique items available to browse and buy. The festival will also feature a wide range of delicious food and drink options, offering plenty of family favourites and local treats to keep everyone fuelled throughout the day.

Age restrictions:

Persons aged 0-15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over (1 adult minimum per 2 persons aged 0-15 years old).

Ticket Types:

Child ticket - For those 0-4 years old

Kids ticket - For those 5-13 years old

General Admission and VIP - For those 14+

Ticket Info:

Child tickets and Kids tickets will be available once you have selected a General Admission ticket via Ticketmaster.

Ticket limits - 6 GA + 6 Kids + 6 Child per transaction OR 6 VIP per transaction.

Those aged 0-4 get into VIP free with an adult 21+ who has a valid VIP ticket.

If you are attending with someone aged 0-15 years old, we encourage you to register your contact details in advance via our guardianship procedure here.