Standing proudly in Kirriemuir, the Bon Scott Statue is a heartfelt tribute to one of rock music's most iconic frontmen. Born Ronald Belford Scott in  in 1946, Bon spent his early childhood in Kirriemuir before his family emigrated to Australia in 1952. There, he rose to fame as the charismatic lead singer of AC/DC, leaving an indelible mark on the world of rock before his untimely death in 1980 at the age of 33.

The idea for a permanent memorial in his Scottish hometown was initiated by our charity DD8 Music in 2013. Through a global crowdfunding campaign, fans raised £45,000 to commission renowned sculptor John McKenna to create the statue.  Unveiled in April 2016 during the 10th annual Bonfest, the life-sized bronze figure captures Bon's dynamic stage presence, depicting him with a microphone in one hand and bagpipes in the other - a nod to his Scottish heritage. The statue stands in a memorial garden on Bellies Brae, welcoming visitors daily from all around the world and also becomes a hotbed of activity during the Bonfest festival - for the obligatory selfie and mass gathering photos from the AC/DC and Bonfest family.  

As well as being home to one of our main stages during the festioval.

At the base of the statue, two scrolls are sealed, containing the names of all who contributed to the fundraising effort, symbolizing the collective spirit that brought this tribute to life.  Today, the Bon Scott Statue serves as a pilgrimage site for fans worldwide, celebrating the legacy of a true rock legend and the enduring connection between Kirriemuir and its most famous son.