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Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival is a finalist in LIVE Awards 2024, the UK Festival Awards and The Scottish Live Music Awards





There are three cheers for Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival as the annual entertainment extravaganza is in contention for a hat-trick of awards.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary this summer, the event is a finalist in the LIVE Awards 2024 for Best Festival, the UK Festival Awards under the Best Medium Festival category and The Scottish Live Music Awards for Festival of The Year.

Belladrum attracts thousands of people every year.
Belladrum attracts thousands of people every year.

A festival spokesman said: “The UK Festival Awards are especially meaningful, as this shortlist is a result of public voting. To be recognised through the voices of our Bella audience is an honour that means the world to us. We are beyond grateful for the time and support you’ve shown in casting your votes and celebrating our unique festival spirit.

“The whole Belladrum team is overjoyed by each of these recognitions, and we’re thankful to everyone who makes Bella what it is—from our hardworking staff and dedicated traders to the incredible festivalgoers who bring our event to life each year.

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“Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival has always been about delivering an unforgettable arts and music experience in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, staying true to our roots of community, creativity, and family-friendly fun. These nominations reflect our mission to bring people together in a vibrant and welcoming environment, showcasing the very best of music, art, and Highland culture.”

The theme of summer's festival was love.
The theme of summer's festival was love.

The winners of the UK Festival Awards will be named on December 3 and the LIVE Awards and Scottish Live Music Awards are both held on December 11.

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Festival co-ordinator Naomi Hollas said: “We are over the moon to have received the news of our nominations. To be recognised nationally for our 20th anniversary festival feels extra special. Thank you to our wonderful audience for taking the time to vote for us. Fingers crossed for December.”

Next year’s festival has a movies theme and runs from July 31 to August 2.


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