This lively Scottish bar in Pitlochry is where you can relax, take in live music, watch live sports and enjoy the best Scotland has to offer from its drinks industry: Scottish Malt Whisky, Scottish Craft Gin, Scottish Craft beer and an ever changing cocktail menu. Plus classic beers and lagers on tap. And for the wine lovers white, red, rose, prosecco, champagne.
Whisky tasting, cocktail parties and more. You’ll never want to leave and keep exploring Pitlochry. We haven’t even mentioned the beer garden yet! Sun, rain, a wee bit of cold the beer garden is the place to watch the world go by in Pitlochry. The beer garden is open daily from 11:00, whatever the weather, and when the sun is out it’s a proper sun trap.
the bar
When looking for a pub in Pitlochry, stop. You’ve found it. McKays Hotel has a lively bar open daily from 11:00 until late. Whatever you call our team, bar tender, sommelier, mixologist they are ready to create your favourite drink.
events
Live music in Pitlochry is synonymous with McKays Hotel, Pitlochry. It is the place for live music. Bands come from all over Scotland just to say they’ve played at McKays.
Entertainment is generally free entry and music starts at 9pm. With plenty of space for you to enjoy the atmosphere near the bands or as background music to your evening.
Live evening entertainment is on every weekend just make sure you’ve booked your table and room for the night. McKays is also the host venue for the annual March into Pitlochry music festival.
The biggest and tastiest selection of whisky I’ve ever seen.
Simply Unforgettable!
Unique event venue, in the heart of Pitlochry. Whether you’re hosting a pre-wedding rehearsal dinner, post wedding lunch before everyone heads off, milestone birthday party or any celebration party for that matter. At McKays we know you need, great food, a selection of drinks and someone who will organise it all for you. We enjoy hosting and putting the finishing touches on your event.
Special Occasions
Birthday party, retirement, hen party, baby shower, what have we missed? When you have a special occasion we are more that just rooms. The private function room with bar give you, your space. Now which special occasion will you celebrate at McKays?
With live music contacts from across Scotland, DJs, dance acts just let us know your style and leave the booking to us. Want to decorate the room too. No problem, we can take care of that too. More time for you to spend with your guests and getting you ready.
Corporate
Team building, team away days, team meetings, get everyone together in Pitlochry at McKays. Easy to access by road and rail so everyone arrives fresh and ready for team work.
With plenty of rooms the team can enjoy a meal together, stay over and be ready for more in the morning. With free wifi throughout everyone can keep connected when at the hotel and for team building check out Nae Limits or take a trip around Edradour Distillery. At McKays we can treat the team to whisky tasting, cocktails and more.
Every Thursday at 9pm. The Quizmaster is ready to ease you into the weekend. £2 entry, prizes and nominated charity.
Elvis Presley (Tribute)
Get ready to be all shook up and take a stroll down memory lane at McKays, where the spirit of Elvis is alive and the music never fades!
April
26
TBC
Act to be confirmed...stay tuned for the latest.
April
27
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
May
2
Journey North
Drawing on their wide variety of musical backgrounds they combine the storytelling traditions of Scottish music with the dynamics of a rock band.
May
3
Altered Ego's
Altered Egos are a fantastic new duo located in central Scotland - playing music from the 60’s up to the present.
May
4
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
May
9
ViceVersa
ViceVersa have been singing together for 30yrs formally in one of Fifes finest bands Instant Credit for 20yrs doing the military circuit for most of that time. All tastes catered for.
May
10
Colourful Noise
Colourful Noise are a high energy dance floor filling cover band playing a high mix of classic tunes.
May
11
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
May
16
March Into Pitlochry - Day 1
March Into Pitlochry is Highland Perthshire’s only music festival supporting a mixture of music genres and hosted at McKays.
May
17
March Into Pitlochry - Day 2
March Into Pitlochry is Highland Perthshire’s only music festival supporting a mixture of music genres and hosted at McKays.
May
18
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
May
23
The Outskirts
The Outskirts will be playing all your favourite tunes from pop classics, folk and indie rock at McKays.
May
24
TBC
Act to be confirmed...stay tuned for the latest.
May
25
Chris White (7-9pm)
Chris White & The Organic Jukebox...where YOU choose the songs!
May
26
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
May
30
Adam Fortune
Adam Fortune is an exciting singer/songwriter who is carrying on the musical legacy of Mic Christopher, Lisa Hannigan and Dick Gaughan.
May
31
Tilt
Playing popular & mixed numbers to suit any occasion.
June
1
TBC
Act to be confirmed...stay tuned for the latest.
June
2
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
June
6
Kim Seymour
Widely known for her work with Fife Blues/RnB/Soul/Rock/Funk outfit, The Bel Airs, Kim Seymour has been quietly celebrated as one of Scotland's finest vocal talents for more than three decades.
June
7
Altered Ego's
Altered Ego's are a fantastic new duo located in central Scotland, playing music from the 60's up to the present.
June
8
TBC
Act to be confirmed...stay tuned for the latest.
June
9
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
June
13
ViceVersa
ViceVersa have been singing together for 30yrs formally in one of Fifes finest bands Instant Credit for 20yrs doing the military circuit for most of that time. All tastes catered for.
June
14
Scotland Rocks
Scotland Rocks are the original Scottish tribute act, covering all the best Scottish music and Beyond, from 1950’s to the present day, rock, pop, - they have it covered!
June
15
Adam Fortune
Adam Fortune is an exciting singer/songwriter who is carrying on the musical legacy of Mic Christopher, Lisa Hannigan and Dick Gaughan.
June
16
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
June
20
The Outskirts
The Outskirts will be playing all your favourite tunes from pop classics, folk and indie rock at McKays.
June
21
Pete's Boy's
June
22
Chris White (7pm - 9pm)
Chris White & The Organic Jukebox...where YOU choose the songs!
June
23
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
June
27
Grease / Dirty Dancing Tribute
Featuring former West End performers, this 2for1 tribute brings you two of the most iconic musicals of all time.
June
28
Bathtub Hooch
Bathtub Hooch are a stripped back 3 piece band hailing from Dundee, specialising in playing a wide variety of party music.
June
29
Quiz Night
Every Thursday at 9pm. Prizes to be won and entry money to charity.
July
4
Chris White
Chris White & The Organic Jukebox...where YOU choose the songs!
July
5
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