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Gallery: Best 46 pictures from packed first day of MacMoray’s summer special

Our photographer captured the best of the atmosphere as crowds enjoyed Callum Beattie, The Vamps and Aqua.

An enthusiastic crowd of all ages enjoyed the day. Image: Jasperimage

By David Mackay

August 11 2024, 6:00 am

August 11 2024, 6:00 am

More than 10,000 people packed Cooper Park for the first day of MacMoray’s summer special – and our pictures capture the best of the atmosphere.

Crowds revelled in a packed line-up that included the legendary Jacksons, Scottish singer-songwriter Callum Beattie, The Vamps and Aqua.

Fans were in the park early for the much-loved Elgin festival.

And despite showers of rain sweeping across the venue, thousands were still keeping the party going as night fell.

Our photographer captured the best of the action in these pictures from an amazing first day at MacMoray’s summer special.

Fans were keen to rock out. Image: Jasperimage

Glitter was popular with many. Image: Jasperimage

MacMoray has been praised for bringing the community together. Image: Jasperimage

Friends got together for the day. Image: Jasperimage

Cooper Park was transformed into a gig venue. Image: Jasperimage

Aqua on stage. Image: Jasperimage

Aqua performed hits including Barbie Girl and Dr Jones. Image: Jasperimage

MacMoray was a shared experience for many in the community. Image: Jasperimage

Everyone was excited to be there. Image: Jasperimage

Big smiles. Image: Jasperimage

Special festival outfits were worn by many. Image: Jasperimage

Families spent the day together. Image: Jasperimage

Rain made an appearance at times. Image: Jasperimage

It is the first time MacMoray has been held in August. Image: Jasperimage

Special glasses especially for MacMoray. Image: Jasperimage

Almost everyone seemed to be wearing a bright hat. Image: Jasperimage

More colourful hats. Image: Jasperimage

A good day out was had by many. Image: Jasperimage

It was an enthusiastic crowd. Image: Jasperimage

Some members of the MacMoray crowd were very young. Image: Jasperimage

Colourful headwear came in all shapes and sizes. Image: Jasperimage

Many fans had flowers in their hair. Image: Jasperimage

There were smiles when the sun came out. Image: Jasperimage

Smiles for the camera. Image: Jasperimage

Bright colours and glitter were popular with many. Image: Jasperimage

Fans singing along. Image: Jasperimage

Pink cowboy hats were popular. Image: Jasperimage

Family members enjoyed bands together. Image: Jasperimage

Fans got involved in all of the songs. Image: Jasperimage

Young fans get a better view. Image: Jasperimage

Callum Beattie attracted a big crowd. Image: Jasperimage

Everyone was after pictures to remember the day. Image: Jasperimage

Everyone wanted the best view. Image: Jasperimage

The Vamps were very popular with the Elgin crowd. Image: Jasperimage

It was a popular day for cowboy hats. Image: Jasperimage

The crowd went all the way to the back. Image: Jasperimage

The crowd was made up of a range of ages. Image: Jasperimage

It was busy down at the front. Image: Jasperimage

Organiser Andy Macdonald spoke to many fans. Image: Jasperimage

Nobody could take their eyes off the stage. Image: Jasperimage

Waving from the crowd. Image: Jasperimage

It was an extra special day for some. Image: Jasperimage

Fans made their own banners for the day. Image: Jasperimage

The Vamps got close with the crowd. Image: Jasperimage

Callum Beattie on stage. Image: Jasperimage

MacMoray is even popular with inflatables. Image: Jasperimage

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