Ceilidh Diary
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April 2026
Sun 12th, Clappy Doo band will play for a post Easter ceilidh dance in , the barn, Kidlaw farm, Gifford, EH41 4JW, 1900-2230, £10.00, organised by Bett Morrison, email: Kidlaw64@gmail.com, tel: 01620810429. The price includes a supper bowl of chilli con carne or chicken curry plus a vegi alternative. BYOB. Please ensure you advise Bett your name and numbers to assist portion control. Payment is cash only, on the night.
Sat 18th, Laldie Ceilidh featuring The Haggis Chasers Band, Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh EH8 9SU, 8pm-11pm, organised by Laldie Ceilidhs, email: laldieceilidhsedinburgh@gmail.com, tel: 07717290760. It is going to be intense, relentless, sweaty and fun - - 2 hours, 45 minutes of high-energy ceilidh dancing - - Fewer tickets on sale means extra space for dancing - - Licensed Bar (cards only) - - All ages and all abilities are welcome - free optional beginners’ class before the ceilidh - - Returning customers: don't forget to use the promo code for discounted tickets - - Facebook @LaldieCeilidhs ..... Tickets from Eventbrite and AssemblyRoxy websites...... https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/laldie-ceilidhs-3985233
Sat 18th, Nothern Streams Festval Guests, Scottish Storytelling Centre, 7.00pm-10.30pm, £14.00 (£12.00 concession), organised by TMSA Edinburgh & Lothians Branch, email: eltmsa@yahoo.co.uk, tel: 0795 191 8366. This Ceilidh is part of the Northern Streams Festival of Scottish & Nordic Music, Song & Dance 17-19 April 2026. It begins with a concert by Outi Karhu & Glasgow’n Laulu Finnish Women’s Choir – Finland/Scotland. Then a longer second part with Joss Cameron & Amy Dudley (Song & Piano) leading on songs and Kristina Leesik & Séamus Ó’Baoighill from Cuan a Tuath playing for dances being ‘called’/taught from Scotland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark. More details and ticket links on www.northernstreams.org or booking through the Scottish Storytelling Centre Box Office by phone or in person. Note under 18s are £10 and concessions are TMSA Members; Over 60; Student; In receipt of income benefits; u26s/Young Scot Card; under 18s*; d/Deaf and disabled people (plus a carer is free) and Arts Workers. Please contact the SSC if have any difficultly adding a carer to your online booking.
Sat 25th, Bella McNab's Dance Band, St Bride's Centre, 10 Orwell Place, Edinburgh, EH11 2DZ, 7.30pm-11pm, £12.00 (£8.00 concession), organised by Scots Music Group, email: ceilidhs@scotsmusic.org, tel: 0131 447 9547. Our ceilidhs are enjoyed by all ages and are friendly, informal and fun. You’ll be made welcome whether you come on your own or with a party. You don’t need to know what to do – a caller will explain the dances and there are lots of friendly folk to give you a hand and get everyone up dancing! Tickets £12/£8 in advance & £15/£10 on the door. Tickets are available to buy through the SMG website https://www.scotsmusic.org/ceilidhs/ and via Eventbrite.
Sat 25th, HLI, Charteris Centre, 138 Pleasance, EH8 9RR, 8pm-11pm, £10.00, organised by Ken Gourlay, email: ken@edinburghceilidhs.net, tel: 07585 445 995. With caller Ken Gourlay and ceilidh band. Soft drinks £1, alcohol £3. All dances walked through and called. Good exercise and great fun. "It's so joyful" - Japanese tourist. Please try to arrive before 8pm as we have a 5-minute warm-up at 8pm to reduce the risk of injuries. Mobile phones and tablets: taking photos or videos is OK but if you need to answer / make a call / text / browse etc. (musicians find this very rude) please do so outside the dance room in the foyer. No high heels please. edinburghceilidhs.net ken@edinburghceilidhs.net 07585 445 995 (24 hours)
May 2026
Mon 4th, N/A, (Within the) United Krav Maga Edinburgh Gym (up the stairs), 25 Peffer Bank, Edinburgh, EH16 4AW, 6:30pm-8:00pm, £10.00 (£7.00 concession), organised by Phoenix Reel Academy, email: phoenixreelacademy@gmail.com, tel: 07921 597757. Ever been invited to a ceilidh? Curious to try it out? Or are you a regular seeking to gain more experience and sophistication? Introducing KiltFit: A new programme of ceilidh inspired fitness, where you can learn and master moves while getting fit and having fun! Led by an instructor with over 15 year experience on the Scottish ceilidh scene. 💥 No experience needed 💥 All fitness levels welcome 💥 Beginner friendly ⏳ Mondays 6:30pm-8pm (Starting 4th May 2026) 📩 Message or text us to book your space 📧 phoenixreelacademy@gmail.com or 07921 597757 📍 (Within the) United Krav Maga Edinburgh Gym (up the stairs), 25 Peffer Bank, Edinburgh, EH16 4AW Eventbrite (discount on Standard): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kiltfit-and-ceilidh-morris-tickets-1987135120638?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Mon 4th, N/A, (Within the) United Krav Maga Edinburgh Gym (up the stairs), 25 Peffer Bank, Edinburgh, EH16 4AW, 6:30pm-8:00pm, £10.00 (£7.00 concession), organised by Phoenix Reel Academy, email: phoenixreelacademy@gmail.com, tel: 07921 597757. Already know your Gay Gordons from your Canadian Barn Dance? Want the chance to be part of the inception and evolution of a dance form? The Phoenix Reel Academy is now recruiting for a Ceilidh Morris Demonstration Team (named the Phoenix Reel Ceilidh Morris)! An intertwining of ceilidh and morris - with sticks and hankerchiefs at the ready! Please get in touch with Danni Phoenix-Kane on phoenixreelacademy@gmail.com or 07921 597757 to find out more! Starting at our KiltFit classes on the 4th May!
Sat 23rd, Laldie Ceilidh featuring Rerr Terr Ceilidh Band, Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh EH8 9SU, 8pm-11pm, organised by Laldie Ceilidhs, email: laldieceilidhsedinburgh@gmail.com, tel: 07717290760. It is going to be intense, relentless, sweaty and fun - - 2 hours, 45 minutes of high-energy ceilidh dancing - - Fewer tickets on sale means extra space for dancing - - Licensed Bar (cards only) - - All ages and all abilities are welcome - free optional beginners’ class before the ceilidh - - Returning customers: don't forget to use the promo code for discounted tickets - - Facebook @LaldieCeilidhs ..... Tickets from Eventbrite and AssemblyRoxy websites...... https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/laldie-ceilidhs-3985233
Fri 29th, Annasach Ceilidh Band, The Counting House, Edinburgh, 8pm-11pm, £15.00, organised by Annasach Ceilidhs, email: info@annasach.co.uk. Come and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our regular Ceilidh at The Counting House, Edinburgh from 8pm. All dances can be called so beginners welcome. Complimentary dram of Johnnie Walker Black Label included. Tickets available from https://www.annasachceilidhs.info
Sat 30th, Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience, St Bride's Centre, 10 Orwell Place, Edinburgh, EH11 2DZ, 7.30pm-11pm, £12.00 (£8.00 concession), organised by Scots Music Group, email: ceilidhs@scotsmusic.org, tel: 0131 447 9547. Our ceilidhs are enjoyed by all ages and are friendly, informal and fun. You’ll be made welcome whether you come on your own or with a party. You don’t need to know what to do – a caller will explain the dances and there are lots of friendly folk to give you a hand and get everyone up dancing! Tickets £12/£8 in advance & £15/£10 on the door. Tickets are available to buy through the SMG website https://www.scotsmusic.org/ceilidhs/ and via Eventbrite.
June 2026
Sat 20th, Laldie Ceilidh featuring The Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience, Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh EH8 9SU, 8pm-11pm, organised by Laldie Ceilidhs, email: laldieceilidhsedinburgh@gmail.com, tel: 07717 290760. It is going to be intense, relentless, sweaty and fun - - 2 hours, 45 minutes of high-energy ceilidh dancing - - Fewer tickets on sale means extra space for dancing - - Licensed Bar (cards only) - - All ages and all abilities are welcome - free optional beginners’ class before the ceilidh - - Returning customers: don't forget to use the promo code for discounted tickets - - Facebook @LaldieCeilidhs ..... Tickets from Eventbrite and AssemblyRoxy websites...... https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/laldie-ceilidhs-3985233
Fri 26th, Annasach Ceilidh Band, The Counting House, Edinburgh, 8pm-11pm, £15.00, organised by Annasach Ceilidhs, email: info@annasach.co.uk. Come and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our regular Ceilidh at The Counting House, Edinburgh from 8pm. All dances can be called so beginners welcome. Complimentary dram of Johnnie Walker Black Label included. Tickets available from https://www.annasachceilidhs.info
Sat 27th, Ceilidh Caleerie Dance Band, St Bride's Centre, 10 Orwell Place, Edinburgh, EH11 2DZ, 7.30pm-11pm, £12.00 (£8.00 concession), organised by Scots Music Group, email: ceilidhs@scotsmusic.org, tel: 0131 447 9547. Our ceilidhs are enjoyed by all ages and are friendly, informal and fun. You’ll be made welcome whether you come on your own or with a party. You don’t need to know what to do – a caller will explain the dances and there are lots of friendly folk to give you a hand and get everyone up dancing! Tickets £12/£8 in advance & £15/£10 on the door. Tickets are available to buy through the SMG website https://www.scotsmusic.org/ceilidhs/ and via Eventbrite.
July 2026
Wed 15th, Different top Band each of 5 weeks tbc, Linlithgow Palace open air , 7:30pm-10pm, £13.00, organised by Scotch Hop Committee SCIO, email: scotchhopcommittee@gmail.com . Start of 5 week summer season, dancing to a different top Scottish Dance Band each Wednesday. Further details to follow, 30 something's year...
Sat 18th, Laldie Ceilidh featuring The Big Shoogle, Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh EH8 9SU, 8pm-11pm, organised by Laldie Ceilidhs, email: laldieceilidhsedinburgh@gmail.com, tel: 07717 290760. It is going to be intense, relentless, sweaty and fun - - 2 hours, 45 minutes of high-energy ceilidh dancing - - Fewer tickets on sale means extra space for dancing - - Licensed Bar (cards only) - - All ages and all abilities are welcome - free optional beginners’ class before the ceilidh - - Returning customers: don't forget to use the promo code for discounted tickets - - Facebook @LaldieCeilidhs ..... Tickets from Eventbrite and AssemblyRoxy websites...... https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/laldie-ceilidhs-3985233
Sat 25th, Pure Scotch Ceilidh Band, St Bride's Centre, 10 Orwell Place, Edinburgh, EH11 2DZ, 7.30pm-11pm, £12.00 (£8.00 concession), organised by Scots Music Group, email: ceilidhs@scotsmusic.org, tel: 0131 447 9547. Our ceilidhs are enjoyed by all ages and are friendly, informal and fun. You’ll be made welcome whether you come on your own or with a party. You don’t need to know what to do – a caller will explain the dances and there are lots of friendly folk to give you a hand and get everyone up dancing! Tickets £12/£8 in advance & £15/£10 on the door. Tickets are available to buy through the SMG website https://www.scotsmusic.org/ceilidhs/ and via Eventbrite.
Fri 31st, Annasach Ceilidh Band, The Counting House, Edinburgh, 8pm-11pm, £15.00, organised by Annasach Ceilidhs, email: info@annasach.co.uk. Come and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our regular Ceilidh at The Counting House, Edinburgh from 8pm. All dances can be called so beginners welcome. Complimentary dram of Johnnie Walker Black Label included. Tickets available from https://www.annasachceilidhs.info