Christmas Folk Club!

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

Friday 27th December

Christmas Bluegrass & Americana Picking Session

Join local and visiting musicians for another night of fantastic bluegrass/Americana/old time music on Saturday 28th December from 7pm. Free entry. Musicians very welcome.

Saturday 28th December 2024

Royal Bloom + Joey Pearce Trio

Come join us at The Vault Arts Centre for an unforgettable night of rock! Royal Bloom will be performing their signature Ayrshire grunge sound! Support from the Joey Pearce Trio.

The High Priestess

Palliro + Brontës + The High Priestess performed LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre on Friday 15th November 2024; part of the Hidden Gem Festival.

Brontës

Palliro + Brontës + The High Priestess performed LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre on Friday 15th November 2024; part of the Hidden Gem Festival.

Palliro

Palliro + Brontës + The High Priestess performed LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre on Friday 15th November 2024; part of the Hidden Gem Festival.

Sam Newbould Quintet

Award winning five piece international line-up emerging from the vibrant Amsterdam jazz scene. Don't mis the Sam Newbould Quintet on Saturday 12th April 2025.

Sabbra Cadabra

Outstanding Black Sabbath tribute band Sabbra Cadabra are regular performers at The Vault Arts Centre; performing sell out shows and kickstarting the monthly Rock/Metal programme of events.

8th February 2025

Tantrum + The Uzis

Tantrum are bringing traditional British heavy metal back to a public force-fed on a diet of placebic, sanitised radio rock! Also, don't miss out on the chance to see local favourites The Uzis!

Charlie McAdam

With a ukulele in hand and vocals that are beautifully haunting, local musician Charlie McAdam captivates audiences with a blend of covers and originals that showcase his incredible voice and passion for music.

Eilidh Patterson

Eilidh is a warm, engaging singer songwriter of startling clarity. With songs that cut straight to the heart! Tickets available online or on the door.

Fraser Clark

Born in Perth, 1983, Fraser studied piano for two years and has now been working as a jazz and blues pianist for over 20 years! Fraser has also begun recording his debut solo jazz album! Tickets on sale now.

Matt Carmichael Band

Opening this year's Jazz Funk Soul Festival, the fabulous Matt Carmichael Band! This will be one of the gigs of the year and is simply not to be missed. Tickets on sale now!

A'priori + Chopperhead

Hard Rockers from Blackpool A'priori bring unique sounds to rock night this June! Supported by local legends Chopperhead! Don't miss this!

Rachel Walker & Aaron Jones

Returning to The Vault Arts Centre for their second performance on Sunday 26th May, part of this year's Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival Programme, don't miss this fantastic duo and their wonderful song writing and musical performances.

Sunday 26th May 2024

System Exclusive

The Vault with Sleepy eyed presents - System Exclusive - a Pasadena, CA originated duo, balancing the hard edged electronic pulse of old school synthwerks against hot-under-the-collar live drums and slashing post-punk guitar!

Red Vanilla

Dundee alternative rock band, Red Vanilla, are in the midst of an identity bloom. After tirelessly working to discover and perfect their niche, they find themselves neatly planted in a bed of self belief and unlimited intent!

The Often Herd

Performing at SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival 2024, The Often Herd are one of the best bluegrass/Americana bands in the UK, performing throughout the world to captivated audiences.

Sarah-Jane Scouten

Performing at SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival 2024, Sarah Jane Scouten has been nominated for 4 Canadian Folk Music Awards, a Western Canadian Music Award and an International Folk Music Award.

The Black Denims

Performing at SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival 2024, The Black Denims are an 8-piece country supergroup from Glasgow who you just don't want to miss.

Rain of Animals

Performing at SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival 2024, Rain Of Animals is the euphonious collaboration between Pepita Emmerichs (Oh Pep!) and Theodore Barnard (Wire & Wool).

The Andy Taylor Group

Electrifying blues trio from Orkney, LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre on 3rd May 2024! Tickets on sale now!

flinch.

Performing LIVE on Friday 26th April 2024, flinch. are a 4 piece Emo/Alt Rock band from Glasgow. Support from Quitter. Tickets on sale now! Don't miss it.

26th April 2024

Quitter (Solo)

Setting confessional storytelling within a noisy, emotive musical landscape, the music of Quitter is alternative singer-songwriter at its core, flavoured by ‘90s US indie, slacker rock and slowcore! Tickets on sale now!

26th April 2024

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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Eld Varg

Hailing from Scotland, Eld Varg have set out on a quest of riff-laden metal for the ages and have created heavy, groovy and melodic music! Tickets still available.

Borderlands Brewery at The Vault Bar!

Borderlands Brewery makes great beers, inspired by the Debatable Lands. Hand crafted in Langholm, Scotland. Their popular Esk Blonde beer is available on draught and bottled at The Vault bar!

Six Nations Live at The Vault!

Watch the Six Nations games live at The Vault Bar with award winning pints and the perfect atmosphere!

Royal Bloom + Rhelm

Royal Bloom will be performing their signature Ayrshire grunge sound on Saturday 2nd March with support from Rhelm!

Music Lessons Available!

The Vault is offering music lessons in Piano, Violin and Guitar! With Ukulele and Tin whistle lessons in the future! Please get in touch if interested!

The Mind Sweepers

Unleash a sonic revolution with The Mind Sweepers! A live performance of original material that will sweep your mind into a frenzy!

Big Lanes

Big lanes will be bringing their post-punk sound to The Vault this February to support the Mind Sweepers, don't miss these phenomenal bands!

TVYP Meeting

TVYP meetings provide an opportunity for members to plan their events, activities and projects at The Vault Arts Centre.

The Vault Youth Project

Crafty Distillery

Nestled on the edge of Newton Stewart, Crafty's modern grain to glass distillery pumps out gallons of tasty gin, vodka and whisky. All being served behind our bar to ensure only the best drink reaches your table!

Modern Facilities

Professional PA system and lighting, stage, kitchen, seating for 30, Internet access and wheelchair accessible throughout.

Victory Or Die

Victory Or Die's musical journey is fuelled by a passion for authentic, hard-hitting rock, inspired by the spirit of legends and the desire to create a sonic revolution!

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.

Open Mic Night

The very best in new, and established, local and visiting talent with floor spots available throughout the night. In between, host Nathon Jones will fill the gaps with songs and tunes from his repertoire.

11th August 2023

Binky Blue

Fantastic young duo Binky Blue performed LIVE on Saturday 22nd October 2022; part of the Autumn Trad Festival.

Marquee Venue

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

Marquee Venue

Brand new this year, the marquee at The Vault Arts Centre hosts live performances or hire it for your own private event.

Supporting Performing Artists

The Vault Arts Centre employs local, national and international performing artists; supporting the industry and bringing unique arts and culture experiences directly to local audiences.

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.

Venue Hire

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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Folk club change this weekend

As some of you may know, it's Billy's 70th birthday this weekend so we've changed plans for the trad/folk club this month so that we can all get together for a tune at some stage over the weekend. This month's tunes will now be on Saturday 19th from 1pm and we'd love to see you, as would Billy.

14 Mar 22
Nathon Jones

Best Newcomer & Best Events/Entertainment Venue Finalists 2022!

We're delighted to announce that The Vault Arts Centre has been shortlisted as a finalist in both the Best Newcomer and Best Events/Entertainment Venue categories at this year's Scottish Entertainment & Hospitality Awards.

10 Mar 22
Nathon Jones

Nominate The Vault Arts Centre for an Awarding Wigtownshire award

It's the final week for nominating a business, organisation or individual for an Awarding Wigtownshire award and we'd be thrilled if you'd vote for The Vault Arts Centre, Newton Stewart & Minnigaff Traditional Music & Dance Festival and/or the Trad Music Trust charity.

10 Mar 22
Nathon Jones

Lords of Ruin all set for Vault Arts Centre debut

This Saturday sees North of England heavy rockers Lords of Ruin performing live with support from Scottish band Reiver. If you've attended the rock/metal nights at The Vault Arts Centre before, you'll know how good a standard the acts are, and this month is no exception. Tickets still available!

2 Mar 22
Nathon Jones

Show them what you've got at the open mic!

This Friday 25th Feb sees the return of the popular open mic nights. Featuring the best in local and visiting talent, the open mic has seen musicians, authors & poets take to the stage. If you don't fancy performing then why not just come along and enjoy the entertainment? Doors 7pm.

21 Feb 22
Nathon Jones

Scotland's Best Event/Entertainment Venue? Scotland's Best Newcomer? Voting now open!

The Vault Arts Centre has supported 130+ performing artists and delivered outstanding live music and entertainment from trad/folk and jazz/blues to theatre and rock/metal. Its profits support jobs and music development projects in Dumfries & Galloway and it has rejuvenated the town's main street.

18 Feb 22
Nathon Jones

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