The Callander Jazz & Blues Festival returns this October for its 2026 edition,

bringing three days of live jazz, blues and music to the heart of Callander.

Now celebrating 20 years, the festival brings together musicians, local venues, residents and visitors for a weekend of live performances across four Callander venues:

Dalgair House, The Crown, Waverley Hotel and Riverside Inn

From lunchtime performances through to evening sets, there will be music to discover throughout the weekend.

Move between venues and experience the festival — and Callander — at your own pace.

Entry to performances is by donation.

Whether you're a regular festival-goer, a jazz and blues fan, or simply looking for something different to do in Callander this October, the 2026 programme offers plenty of opportunities to discover new performers, revisit familiar favourites and enjoy live music in some of the town's best-known venues.

Explore the 2026 Festival

Dalgair House

The Crown

Waverly

Riverside Inn

Three Days | Four Venues | One Town

You can make your own festival weekend.

Start with an afternoon performance, explore Callander, find another band at one of the other venues and stay on for an evening set.

With music taking place across the town, the festival is as much about discovering Callander as it is about discovering the music.

See what's happening at each venue and plan your weekend.

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