Dragged Up + Alex Rex

Dragged Up channel off-kilter art punk through a fuzzed-out psych garage lens. Led by Eva Gnatiuk, with Simon Shaw, Lauren Peters and Stephen Mors. Support from the outstanding Alex Rex.

Saturday 20th June 2026

Folk Club

LIVE Scottish & Irish traditional music & songs. Musicians very welcome. Family friendly. Local beers, gin, vodka, rum and whisky. Always a great night of music. Free entry!

Friday 20th March 2026

Bluegrass & Americana Picking Session

Join local and visiting musicians for another night of fantastic bluegrass/Americana/old time music. Musicians always very welcome. Great local beers and spirits! Free entry!

Saturday 28th March 2026

Guitar Night

Join like-minded people for an informal evening of guitar and songs. Learn new songs, learn from other musicians and improve your knowledge, playing and performance skills. Great fun and free entry. All ages and abilities very welcome.

Friday 3rd April 2026

Jacob Joliff with Rain of Animals

USA mandolin sensation Jacob Joliff joins forces with the incredible Rain of Animals to perform LIVE at the 5th annual SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival on Friday 15th May 2026. Support from Sarah Jane Scouten and Robbie Caswell-Jones. On sale now!

Friday 15th May 2026

Sarah Jane Scouten & Robbie Caswell-Jones

Nominated for 4 Canadian Folk Music Awards, a Western Canadian Music Award and an International Folk Music Award, Sarah Jane Scouten is accompanied by ace Welsh bluegrass and flat-picking guitarist Robbie Caswell-Jones. On sale now!

Friday 15th May 2026

Taff Rapids

Cardiff’s bluegrass sensations, Taff Rapids, will take the stage by storm at the 5th annual SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival on Saturday 16th May 2026 with support from Damn Tall Buildings. On sale now!

Saturday 16th May 2026

Damn Tall Buildings

Performing LIVE at the 5th annual SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival on Saturday 16th May 2026, all the way from Brooklyn, NYC, don't miss the incredible Damn Tall Buildings. On sale now!

Saturday 16th May 2026

Open Mic Night

The very best in new, and established, local and visiting talent with floor spots available throughout the night. £Free entry!

Friday 13th March 2026

Soul From The Stix

5 hours of pure soul music on vinyl from the best DJs in Scotland! Soul From The Stix is back in 2026 on Saturday nights! £Free Entry.

Saturday 14th March 2026

Sunshine & The Silver Seams

Sunshine & The Silver Seams are a Scottish based alternative folk duo, comprising of the couple Jyothi Nayar and Benjamin Haynes. Support from local singer/songwriter Nathon Jones. Tickets on sale now!

Friday 29th May 2026

Bluegrass Harmony Singing Workshop

Learn to sing harmony by ear, with Sarah Jane Scouten. Singing harmony is a skill, but it starts with a feeling. Learn new songs and harmony parts. No prior knowledge of music or ability required.

Saturday 16th May 2026

GallowGrass

GallowGrass perform a mix of Americana/bluegrass/folk influenced music and songs along with arrangements of tunes and songs from the bluegrass/folk tradition. Support from Goldrush! On sale now.

Sunday 17th May 2026

Goldrush

Goldrush have an extensive repertoire of trad, contemporary, gospel and blistering hot Bluegrass instrumentals and will be performing for the first time at this year's SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival.

Sunday 17th May 2026

Atomic Mother + Barstool Rebels

Atomic Mother are a hard hitting, riff driven hard rock band from Aberdeen, Scotland. Support from local favourites Barstool Rebels! Tickets on sale now!

Saturday 2nd May 2026

PYROCLAST + Borderline

PYROCLAST is a Glasgow-based metal band that blends the fire and fury of old-school heavy metal with the precision of power metal and the intensity of modern thrash. Support from Gretna/Annan based band Borderline.

Saturday 4th April 2026

Ordinary Elephant

Mesmerizing folk duo Ordinary Elephant have earned widespread critical acclaim and made fans of luminaries like Tom Paxton and Mary Gauthier. Tickets on sale now!

Sunday 26th July 2026

Easy LIVE!

Local harmonica legend 'Easy' performs a mix of blues and rock, with support from some very special guests. Free entry! Always fantastic LIVE music and entertainment.

Sunday 22nd March 2026

TVYP - Get Into Music - Guitar & Performance

Meet like-minded young people and learn to play guitar, bass, piano/keyboard or drums using the professional facilities and musical instruments at The Vault Arts Centre. Guitar tuition available during each session. 3:30pm-6:30pm.

The Music Shop @ The Vault Arts Centre

Open Friday & Saturday, 2pm-6pm, the music shop has a wide range of good quality guitars, basses, strings, pedals, straps, accessories, leads and more.

Warhammer Battles & Games Night

Fortnightly at The Vault Arts Centre on Tuesdays, 6pm-9pm. Open to anyone aged 12-25 living in Dumfries & Galloway.

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Fiddle Classes with Claire Mann

Beginners and intermediate fiddle classes are available fortnightly on Tuesday nights at The Vault Arts Centre. Commencing 16th January 2024. Join at any stage.

Piano Lessons

Get in touch today to book piano lessons with tutor Jan Winder. Spaces available on Tuesdays at The Vault Arts Centre.

Marquee Venue

Fantastic new sailcloth marquee venue for outdoor events, or why not host your own event?

What is The Vault Arts Centre?

Unoccupied and boarded up since 2017, Scottish charity Trad Music Trust developed this former bank premises into one of the region's most exciting new live music and performing arts venues.

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The Vault Arts Centre is perfectly located in the heart of Newton Stewart, has modern facilities including bar and staff and is fully wheelchair accessible.

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A Very Warm Welcome…

...awaits you at The Vault Arts Centre; one of Dumfries & Galloway's best live music and performing arts venues, popular bar, music shop, local arts & crafts retailer and community centre facility in the picturesque market town of Newton Stewart.

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Ireland vs Scotland - Six Nations Rugby

The Six Nations Championship is back and LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre. Catch Ireland vs Scotland on Saturday 14th March, kick off 2:10pm.

Doors: 2:10pm
FREE EVENT

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The Vault Arts Centre
Newton Stewart, Scotland

Wales vs Italy - Six Nations Rugby

The Six Nations Championship is back and LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre. Catch Wales vs Italy on Saturday 14th March, kick off 4:40pm.

Doors: 4:40pm
FREE EVENT

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Mar

The Vault Arts Centre
Newton Stewart, Scotland

Soul From The Stix

Soul From The Stix returns to The Vault Arts Centre with a slightly different approach this time, Saturday night rather than Sunday afternoon! £Free Entry!

Doors: 7:00pm
FREE EVENT

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2 days left for SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival discount!

Book a Weekend Pass for this year's SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival (15-17 May 2026) before 1st March 2026, and save up to £20* per person! This year's acts include Jacob Joliff & Rain of Animals, Sarah Jane Scouten and Robbie Caswell-Jones, Damn Tall Buildings, Taff Rapids and GallowGrass.

27 Feb 26
Nathon Jones

SpringGrass early bird Weekend Pass discount extended until 28th February!

After a fantastic uptake in January, we're extending the early bird discount on Weekend Passes for this year's SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival to 28th February 2026! Buy a Weekend Pass before 1st March and save up to £20 per person! Don't miss out!

12 Feb 26
Nathon Jones

Fightback Lager now available on draught!

We're delighted to now be serving a range of drinks from the incredible Fightback Lager; the very first bar in Scotland to do so! Fightback Lager split their profits with Music Venue Trust, a UK registered charity that protects, secures and improves grassroots music venues.

6 Feb 26
Nathon Jones

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