day 4 - September 12

Showcases & Performances

Day 4 of Aberdeen Music Week is all about turning up the volume.

From afternoon cultural activities to an all evening music takeover at Krakatoa and Motif, we’re celebrating the soul of Aberdeen through live music, community energy, and creative expression.Whether you’re here to discover new sounds, support your local favorites or simply be part of the city’s musical heartbeat, this day is for you.

Events

FOODSTORY LIVE SHOWCASE

Wake up on AMW Saturday with scrumptious food, brilliant coffee and live music at Foodstory. Join us for a relaxed morning of live local sounds to accompany your brunch — bringing artists, industry, creatives and all music lovers together before the rest of the busy day gets underway.

Featured Artists:

One Warm Line

Daisy Mack

Bryan Ginge Duncan

Oluwanifemi

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MOTIF LIVE SHOWCASE

Join Aberdeen Music Week 2026 at Motif as AMW Live Performance opens with an exciting lineup of established and emerging artists from Aberdeen, the North East and beyond.

Discover new sounds, support local talent and experience the future of the region’s music scene in one unforgettable evening.

Featured Artists:

Friendly Skies

YTHAN

Aberdreamin

Autumn Hang

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KRAKATOA LIVE SHOWCASE

Where the night reaches its crescendo.
The celebration continues.

Head to Krakatoa as AMW Live Performance brings together multiple artists for a powerful festival finale celebrating the creativity, diversity and energy of Aberdeen’s music community.

Experience outstanding live performances, discover your next favourite artist and celebrate the sound of the North East.