BOOKING IS CURRENTLY CLOSED
terms and conditions
- We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
- The management reserves the right to cancel a performance without prior notice due to exceptional circumstances which may be out of our control. In such an instance ticket holders will be offered an alternative performance or a refund.
- Latecomers will only be admitted when there is an appropriate break in the performance.
- Concessions are for schoolchildren, full-time students and registered unemployed. Concession tickets may be subject of proof of status.
- The use of photographic equipment and video cameras is prohibited during the performance.
- Mobile phones must be switched off during the performance.
dates
PRIORITY BOOKING FOR MAGFEST MEMBERS is currently closed
GENERAL BOOKING is currently closed
Box Office
Box Office is currently closed
How to Book
Online by following the TO BUY link on the Festival Programme page.
By telephoning 01856 871445.
In person at St Magnus Festival Box Office, 13 Albert Street, Kirkwall KW15 1HP.
On the door for performances that are not sold out.
For general enquiries please email boxoffice@stmagnusfestival.com.
MAGFEST EXPLORER
Free tickets for young people aged 5–18 to selected events marked MAGFEST EXPLORER.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult with a valid ticket.
Young people aged 12 - 18 may attend without an accompanying adult, at the discretion of their parent or guardian.
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Tickets can be booked online or in person at the Box Office.
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Proof of age may be requested at the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are ticket brochures available?
Brochures are usually available early April.
IS ACCOMMODATION HARD TO FIND during the Festival?
Many people travel to Orkney to visit the Festival, and accommodation is limited. It is advisable to book early.
A range of hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering accommodations are available and hiring a car can widen your options.
Can the Festival help with finding accommodation?
No. Please use Orkney.com for bookings
Does the Festival provide transport to performances?
Not usually. Most events take place in Kirkwall or Stromness, which are 15 miles (30 minutes) apart.
Public buses run regularly; details are available at VisitScotland centres.
Do you have a Box Office?
Yes, at 13 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HP.
How CAN I book tickets?
Online at www.stmagnusfestival.com
By telephoning 01856 871445.
In-Person at the Box Office
On the Door (if not sold out).
Can I collect tickets from the Box Office?
Yes. Tickets can also be posted, printed at home, or used as e-tickets.
What if I lose my tickets?
Duplicates can be issued from the Box Office.
What are the pricing and seating choices?
Prices cary by band. Some lower-cost tickets are unreserved or restricted view.
Who qualifies for concessions?
School children, full-time students, and registered unemployed.
Can I exchange or refund tickets?
No. All tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged after purchase.
Can I join a waiting list for Festival tickets?
No official waiting list, but we can sometimes connect people who have spare tickets.
What is a rover ticket?
Access to all online Festival content, but not live events.
Do I NEED TO BOOK WHEELCHAIR SEATING in advance?
Yes. Spaces are limited and fill quickly.
Does a wheelchair companion need to pay for a ticket?
No. Each wheelchair user can bring one companion free of charge.
What if I need ASSISTANCE OR HAVE special requirements?
Call 01856 871445 or email boxoffice@stmagnusfestival.com.
See our Accessibility Guide.
What I arrivE LATE?
Latecomers will only be admitted during an appropriate break in the performance.
Can I take photos or videoS during performances?
No. The use of photographic and video recording equipment is prohibited during performances. Phones must be switched off.
IS FOOD AVAILABLE AT EVENTS?
Not usually but please note any food served may contain or come into contact with common allergens.
What happens if a performance is cancelLed?
You'll be offered an alternative performance or a refund.
What COVID-19 MEASURES ARE IN PLACE?
Please refer to our COVID-19 Safety page for full details.