In 2026, the festival is thrilled to host a full program of events kicking off from 30 April until 3 May in Glen Innes, NSW. We continue our celebration of all the Celtic nations and our 2026 highlighted Celtic nation of Scotland
Performances that represent our highlighted nations will be favoured during the selection process.
Applications to perform at our 2026 festival have closed.
Follow the link for opportunities or for busking at the Festival.
Performances will be held in various locations around Glen Innes from Saturday 2 May 2026 until Sunday 3 May 2026.
At the Australian Standing Stones Festival venue, there is the Highlands Stage main performance marquee, the Celtic Cauldron and The Glen Stage, a relaxed and intimate outdoor performance stage for small performances.
Performers may also be invited to perform at official events and ceremonies around town during the festival.
Other performance opportunities may include performing at businesses and venues around town in the evenings and during the festival. However, these are not considered official festival events and are to be negotiated between performers and third parties.
The Australian Celtic Festival is held in Glen Innes Highlands, Ngarabul Country.
Glen Innes Severn Council acknowledges and pays respect to the Ngarabul people as the traditional custodians of this land, their elders past, present and emerging, and to Torres Strait Islander people and all First Nations people.
