Three is the magic number

Ewan McVicar raring to go as festival returns to Low Green for three days

- STEPHEN BARK

Ayr is gearing up for the third edition of the Pavilion Festival this weekend and the man behind it has thanked the town for its support.

DJ and music producer Ewan McVicar, 31, said he was “excited” for the festival's return to the Low Green from Friday, May 2, to Sunday, May 4.

A third day has been added to the festival this year which kicks off on the Friday for the first time with Ayr Beach Live including headliner James.

Ewan McVicar and Pals will be onstage on Saturday which includes Ben Hemsley and special guest Annie Mac before the festival concludes with Streetrave: Ayr Beach on Sunday headlined by Happy Mondays.

Starsailor, Vistas, DJ Seinfeld, Sally C and STREETrave Classical are also on the bill for the festival which includes a number of rock and dance acts in tribute to the former Pavilion night club.

The Electric Brae Big Top - a “state-of-the-art” 5,000-capacity will host the main stage at the festival for the first time as Pavilion aims to create “immersive experiences and unforgettable energy”.