Inn The Spirit Festival 2026

Inn The Spirit Festival 2026 rolls into Ellon on Saturday 15th August for a full day of music, food, and end of summer celebration. Presented by Ellon Spirits and The New Inn Hotel, this feel-good, family-friendly festival takes place in a specially transformed outdoor space right in the heart of town, turning the venue into a vibrant hub of sound, colour, and community spirit.
Taking centre stage is Trevor Nelson, delivering an unforgettable set of R&B, soul and old-school classics from one of the UK's most iconic DJs. Also taking to the stage is Daft Punkz, the UK's only full live band tribute to Daft Punk, bringing all the iconic hits and electronic energy to life in a high-impact performance packed with dancefloor classics.
One of Scotland's biggest breakthrough acts, High Fade bring their signature blend of funk, disco and rock to the stage. Off the back of their US tour, expect a high-energy set packed with tight grooves, big riffs and feel-good rhythm.
The brilliant Absolute Amy brings the timeless voice and charisma of Amy Winehouse to life in a stunning tribute set, while Kev Reid delivers an uplifting DJ set full of disco and house grooves. The lineup also features local talents Ross Graham and Dave Cherry, each bringing their own blend of melody, energy, and stage presence to the day.
On top of all the music, there'll be plenty of tasty street food to enjoy, family-friendly fun throughout the day, and bars pouring everything from ice cold summer favourites to your go to classics. Back for 2026 and going bigger than last year, Inn The Spirit Festival is set to be an unforgettable day right in the heart of Ellon.