HOW MUCH ARE THE TICKETS?

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​The tickets are free! That's right, Live at the Loch is free to attend and there is no catch.

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WHEN AND WHERE IS LIVE AT THE LOCH?

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In 2025 LATL will be from Friday 19th September to Sunday 21st September, 2025. The location is Tarbert, Argyll, which is the north entry point to the Kintyre Peninsula.

 

HOW DO I GET THERE?

 
Please see the ‘getting here’ section of our website for more details

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WHAT ARE MY ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS?​

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Please check the accommodation section of our website to explore the many amazing options for staying here.

CAN I BRING MY MOTORHOME, CAMPERVAN OR CARAVAN?
 

Yes - updates on details for parking in and near the village (without hookup and facilities) will be coming soon.​

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IS THERE LOCAL TRANSPORT IF MY ACCOMMODATION IS A LITTLE OUTSIDE THE VILLAGE?​

​LATL will be providing a shuttle bus with regular trips from surrounding accommodation locations right into the heart of things. Perfect if you want to kick back and enjoy a beer without the worry of driving. (More info on this to follow soon!) Visitors can also use Tarbert Cars to book private hire, however please bear in mind spaces are limited.

 

ARE CHILDREN WELCOME?

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Indeed! Live at the Loch takes place in a village environment which is friendly and safe for children. There will be activities for children such as bouncy castles and face painting and a 'mini open mic' for those budding musicians.

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ARE DOGS WELCOME?

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Visitors bringing dogs might like to know the following: 

• Music is programmed to go on until around 11.30 pm each night on the main stage, and later still in the pubs. The venues can be very busy and might be overwhelming for dogs, especially at night when the crowds get dancing!

• Well behaved dogs are allowed in the Cornerhouse and Frigate bars, but only until certain hours.

• The Main Stage and Earra Gael Stage areas have outdoor seating which are nice places to enjoy the festivities with your dog (if the weather holds up!)

• ​If you are bringing your friend along with you then please remember to check out the incredible dog walks and beaches around the area.

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WHAT KIND OF MUSIC IS FEATURED? 

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The festival features a variety of local and well-known artists.You can expect to hear some of Scotland’s finest Celtic music, both traditional & contemporary, mixed in with some good old fashioned floor-fillers and singalongs!

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HOW MANY STAGES OR VENUES ARE THERE? 

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The festival has four main venues: 

• Our main stage is in a large marquee which is located at our beautifully developed marina (it neighbours a lovely clean toilet and shower block).

• The Cornerhouse - a traditional cosy pub known for great bands.

• The Islay Frigate Hotel - bands will play upstairs with fantastic harbour views.

• The Earra Gael Stage - a smaller area for acoustic acts, directly opposite both pubs and with plenty outdoor seating to enjoy your tunes in the sunshine​​.​

IS THERE A BAR AT THE MAIN STAGE?
 
Yes! We have an awesome and well-stocked bar for you to enjoy a refreshing thrapple-douser whilst you take in the tunes, scenery and local ‘patter’! (Actually, an old Tarbert by-law makes it a rare place where you can legally take your drink with you as you walk down the street to enjoy the musicians and vendors).

 

WHAT CAN I EAT THERE?
 
We are organising some great food vendors for you to enjoy the best of Scots cuisine from land and sea. Traditional fare will also be present to keep you going! And whilst you are here, why not check out our page on Info about the Area to learn more about our fantastic local restaurant options?

 

WHO ORGANISES THE FESTIVAL?
 
Live at the Loch is organised by a friendly group of local volunteers. We look forward to welcoming you to our home!

 

WHO SPONSORS THE FESTIVAL?
 
More info on this will be announced soon.

 

HOW CAN I SUPPORT THIS AMAZING FESTIVAL?​

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Thanks! You can give your support in a number of ways:

• Volunteer - We always have heaps to do and welcome your help! Some tasks are online so you don’t even need to live in Tarbert to help! Visit our Volunteers page for more.

• Donate! - Every penny helps us improve the quality of the festival! LATL is ran by a not-for-profit entity, so every pound not used this year always goes back into subsequent years! Head to our GoFundMe page to give what you can, thanks!

• Buy Merchandise - Head to our shop to pre-order your super cool LATL T-shirts or hoodies (kiddies options also available!)

• Become a sponsor - businesses can get in touch with us at liveatthelochscotland@gmail.com and we can create you a fantastic sponsorship package

• Gifts in Kind - we welcome any gift in kind from local and regional business which we can use as raffle prizes, competitions, etc. Anything and everything will be considered and we are grateful for your generosity.​

 

I’D LIKE TO SAIL TO THE FESTIVAL, WHERE CAN I BERTH? 

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Please check the Tarbert Harbour website to book space in serviced berths in our beautiful pontoon.

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DO I NEED CASH? 

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It’s a good idea to bring some cash to use at the bars and vendors, just in case. However, the pubs, main stage bar and most of the vendors will have facilities to accept card payments. The only cash machine in the village is located inside the Co-op and withdrawals are free.

CAN I BRING MY OWN ALCOHOL? 

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You are discouraged from consuming your own drinks at the stages. The proceeds at the bars are the main source of income generation for covering the costs of the festival and this allows us to continue bringing you high quality live music, completely free of charge, for years to come. We sincerely appreciate visitors who are respectful of this.

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HOW CAN I STAY UPDATED? 

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You can check out the festival's Website, Facebook, Instagram & TikTok page for regular updates. Please follow us and share our posts.

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HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION? 

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If anything isn’t covered on this site or our social media channels, get in touch! You can do that by either messaging our social channels or emailing liveatthelochscotland@gmail.com Please bear in mind that we are a team of volunteers so we will come back to you as soon as we get the chance.

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WHAT IF I SOMETHING GOES WRONG AT THE FESTIVAL?

​Tarbert is home to local fire, coastguard, police and ambulance services. Use the normal contact numbers for emergency or NHS services. There will also be trained first-aiders around the festival. Ask behind the bar of any of the venues and they will call the organising team, who will connect you with the on-duty first-aider.

LOOKS GREAT! CAN MY BAND PLAY?

If you have a band and would like to play Live at the Loch, we would love to hear from you! Even if we can no longer accommodate you in 2025, maybe we can explore the possibilities for future years. Drop us a line at liveatthelochbands@gmail.com 

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QUESTIONS ABOUT THE HISTORY OF LIVE AT THE LOCH

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Wonder why Tarbert Music Festival changed its name? or perhaps why the festival is held where it held? Or maybe you just want to know if the bar staff are paid? Hop on over to our history page to find out more!​

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Missed anything? Let us know if you have questions by dropping us a line below and we'll come back to you as soon as we can!