
The countdown is on! With just 50 days to go today, (Thursday, 13th March) Pavilion Festival is kicking off early with Pavilion on Tour – a two-part, secret pre-festival experience designed to set the stage for Scotland’s ultimate seaside music festival.
Taking place later this month in both Glasgow and South Ayrshire, these invite-only events will feature Scottish DJ Ewan McVicar and special guests, delivering intimate, high-energy sets in unexpected spaces. Expect raw underground energy, surprise lineups, and unforgettable late-night moments.
Pavilion on Tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the festival spirit before the main event returns to Ayr over the May bank holiday. These after-hours sessions will be exclusively accessible to Pavilion ticket holders, making them an unmissable extension of Scotland’s most affordable festival experience.
Taking place in secret locations at the end of March, simply buy a ticket to Pavilion festival via Skiddle before March 24th to be invited along, and for your chance to win VIP ticket upgrades, merch and more at the parties.
Co-founder of Pavilion Festival and global DJ, Ewan McVicar said: “Pavilion Festival is about bringing people together, supporting local talent, and getting some world class names down to Ayr. Buzzing to see the response to the 3 day lineup. To celebrate with those who have already bought tickets, I’m gonna throw a couple pre parties in Ayr and Glasgow.”
Pavilion Festival remains Scotland’s most affordable festival, offering an unrivalled lineup at an unbeatable price – and with Pavilion on Tour, the experience now starts even earlier. Final tickets are on sale now – don’t miss your chance to be part of it. The festival has also aligned with Happy Bus making travel to Pavilion even easier. Guests can travel via Happy Bus from all major trains or via trains to Ayr via Scotrail.
HOW TO ACCESS PAVILION ON TOUR
The only way in? Secure your Pavilion Festival ticket via Skiddle before Monday, March 24th, and you’ll receive an exclusive invite to a secret party in Glasgow, and Prestwick. Tickets on sale now via Skiddle.
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Pavilion Festival takes place on Friday, 2nd May until Sunday, 4th May 2025 at Ayr Beach.
Pavilion Festival Presents:
Friday 2nd May: Ayr Beach Live
Kicking things off, Ayr Beach Live is an unmissable nostalgia-fuelled celebration, headlined by James and featuring Starsailor, VISTAS, and Swim School. Get ready for timeless hits and feel-good festival vibes.
Saturday, 3rd May: Ewan McVicar & Pals
Saturday sees Pavilion Festival co-founder and international sensation Ewan McVicar take the reins for a day curated by him and his closest friends. Highlights include Ewan’s electrifying B2B sets with top-tier talent, joined by Annie Mac, Ben Hemsley, DJ Seinfield, Sally C, and more. For fans of underground sounds, the Sub Club Stage will host techno legend Robert Hood, Scottish trailblazers Optimo, and other top selectors.
Sunday, 4th May: STREETrave Takeover
Rounding off the weekend, Sunday brings a nostalgic STREETrave Takeover, headlined by Happy Mondays and featuring heritage dance acts alongside the awe-inspiring STREETrave Classical, celebrating 30+ years of dance music culture.