WELCOME TO
GARDEN SQUARE
The future of family entertainment in the heart of historic Kirkwall. Dance your cares away in Rapture, get your game on in Lanes, or relax in our glorious garden.
THE GARDEN
With shelter on all sides, our lushly planted garden has its own microclimate and is a real suntrap in the summer. With pollinator-friendly species and Orkney-provenance plants, the garden provides a burst of colour and aroma, as well as increasing habitat and biodiversity in the centre of town. An ideal location to spend time with friends and enjoy the selection of food and drink available from our kiosks.
Lanes
There is fun for all the family at Lanes, with eighteen bookable activities. Aim for a perfect strike with ten pin bowling or try the more challenging duckpin bowling. Electronic darts and shuffleboard put a new spin on old favourites. State of the art amusements, plus vintage arcade games, offer the chance to demonstrate your gaming skills. There are also two private karaoke rooms for you to belt out your favourite songs.
For all Lanes Bowling Alley & Arcade enquiries please email lanes@gardensquareorkney.com
RAPTURE
A nightclub on two levels, with a dancefloor and bar on the ground floor and a bar with relaxed booth seating upstairs. High spec sound and lighting gives you the best possible experience and complements the big hits, dance classics and best new music from our resident and visiting DJs. Our mural on the wall at the entrance to the club is the perfect opportunity to get those all important pics for the socials.
WHAT's ON?
At Garden Square there is always something happening. We have a programme of visiting DJs, live music and one-off events. We work with local festivals and organisations to host special performances and unique entertainment. Throughout the year there are pop-ups, markets and retail opportunities.
18/04/2026
KIMMIC + SUPPORT
Scottish Duo Keiran McLean & Christopher McComiskie better known as ‘KIMMIC’have cemented themselves as one…
25/04/2026
Rodeo Lobsters: Late
For one day only, Stereo Lobsters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney’s most popular bands…
25/04/2026
SOLD OUT – Rodeo Lobsters: Day Clubbing
For one day only, Stereo Losbters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney’s most popular bands…
02/05/2026
RAPTURE REWIND WITH THE CAT
The Cat is back with the biggest hits and party tracks from 80s, 90s, 00s…
09/05/2026
Green 182: Take Off Your Pants & Dookie Tour 2026!
Green 182 is a high-energy tribute band that pays homage to the iconic punk rock…
16/05/2026
SATURDAY WITH HERV
Herv is back in Rapture with the big hits, party favourites and classic anthems. Doors…
16/05/2026
K-Pop Superstars (SOLD OUT)
SOLD OUT This event is for children under 12. Contact us with any queries –…
16/05/2026
K-Pop Superstars (All Ages)
K-POP Superstars is the ultimate K-Pop tribute show, bringing the excitement, energy, and style of…
22/05/2026
SOLD OUT – Kirkwall Stomp
The Orkney Folk Festival is bringing its legendary Friday night stomp to Kirkwall — and…
23/05/2026
SATURDAY WITH SEAMUS
Seamus returns to Rapture with the best current music and classic anthems. Doors open 10.30pm….
29/05/2026
NORTH Presents: Van Damn. + DJ B-SIDE
Jordan “Van Damn” Van Wyness is one of Scotland’s most exciting electronic exports – a DJ,…
30/05/2026
RODEO RADIO with DJ RevAnew
DJ RevAnew brings you classic country anthems, current country hits & singalong country favourites. Doors…
19/06/2026
Big Country + Scotland v Morocco
One of Scotland’s most successful rock bands make their Orkney debut as part of their…
27/06/2026
N-Trance DJ set
N-Trance blew the roof off Rapture in 2025, and following the release of new single…
FOOD + DRINK
Our three kiosks offer a variety of tasty treats to take away or enjoy in our garden. Dolly Burger uses quality local ingredients to make every burger fresh when ordered. Movement Coffee serve speciality coffee and fresh bakes. Sakura Kitchen bring you the best Japanese flavours with ramen, rice bowls and much more.
