Illustrative photo Up Helly Aa 2027 – Viking Fire Festival in Lerwick, Shetland
On 26 January 2027, over 900 torchbearers in Viking costume march through the darkened streets of Lerwick and burn a hand-built longship in one of Europe's most spectacular fire festivals. The procession begins at 19:30 and is free to watch from the streets.
Illustrative photo Shetland Folk Festival 2027 – Programme, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The 45th Shetland Folk Festival takes place in Lerwick from 29 April to 2 May 2027. The UK's most northerly folk festival brings together international touring artists and Shetland's own musicians for four days of concerts, sessions and workshops across the islands.
Illustrative photo Shetland Folk Festival 2027 – Programme, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The <strong>45th Shetland Folk Festival</strong> takes place 29 April to 2 May 2027 in Lerwick, Shetland. Four days of concerts, workshops and late-night sessions with international folk artists and Shetland's finest musicians. Tickets from £16 per concert.
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