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These websites will help you find Gaelic events and activities in and around Edinburgh. If you think any of the details here are incorrect or know of any other activities or events you'd like us to list, please
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Gaelic grapevine
Listings for irregular events that are seasonal or aren't widely listed (if at all) on the internet. Don't forget to check out The List (link in 'Events' below) for more events.
Christmas Ceilidh
Our Christmas Ceilidh will be on the 19th of December and will the last Cearcall this year. The eveing will be free to attend, and there will be drinks and a little food, music and of course, Gaelic conversation and singing.
Gaelic Knitting Club (25/10/2019)
Our Gaelic Knitting Club is for fluent speakers and learners at all stages! Let's leave our English at the door when we meet, and get the
most from the chance to gab in Gaelic! If you prefer sewing or embroidery, please bring it with you. All welcome!
Where: Parkside Primary School, 139 Bonnongton Road, Edinburgh
When: 3.30pm - 4.30pm, Wednesday 25th October, 2019
Cost: free
Next Gaelic ceilidh with The Argyll Association (16/09/2019)
A traditional style ceilidh with performances from various artists. Appearing this time: Coisir Dhun Eideann (Edinburgh Gaelic Choir), Fiona Thomson (Scots song), Linda Campbell (Accordion) & Debbie Davidson(fiddle) and Andrew MacIntyre.
Càit: St Cuthbert's Church, 5 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2EP
When: 7.30pm - 10.00pm, Saturday 16th September, 2019
Cost: £5 members / £6 non-members / children free
A traditional style ceilidh with performances from various artists as well as a half-time break with free tea, coffee and home baking! Appearing this time: Singers John Boa, Hazel Mackintosh, Hazel Forsyth, clarsach player Rosaidh Mackintosh, musicians Linda Campbell & Magnus Turpie, with piping from Neil Maclure.
Where: Augustine United Church, 1-43 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH7 6JH
When: 7.30pm - 10.00pm, Saturday 2nd December, 2019
Cost: £6 non-members / £5 members / children free
Where: place
When: 7.30pm - 10.00pm, Saturday 4th November, 2019
Cost: £6 non-members / £5 members / children free
For full information: Visit
Events
On of the best places to get information about events is The List Magazine. In true Blue Peter fashion, this is a premade search for up to date information about Gaelic events in and around Edinburgh.
For full information: Get the latest events from The List >>
Gaelic language events for students, lecturers and the public are held throughout the year at the University of Edinburgh.
For full information: View the Edinburgh University calendar >>
The Bothan is Edinburgh's Gaelic night club, an evening filled with live music and good cràic. It's held once a month on a Friday in the Canons' Gait. Since they only have a Facebook page, we'll do our best to let you know when the next one is.
For full information: Visit Bothan DunEideann on Facebook >>
Weekly Sunday service in gaelic.
For full information: Visit Greyfriars Church >>
Bun Sgoil Taobh na Pàirce (Parkside Primary School) in Leith is Edinburgh's Gaelic medium primary school. The parents' website lists activities run in the school for children and families.
For full information: See activities at Taobh na Pàirce >>
Ceilidhs
These are not all Gaelic language events but they are a strong part of Gaelic culture.
An evening of family friendly music and Gaelic song.
Where: Augustine United Church, 1-43 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH7 6JH
When: 7.30pm - 10.00pm, Saturday 5th Otober 2019 / Saturday 2nd November 2019 / Saturday 7th December 2019 / Saturday 1st February 2020 / Saturday 7th March 2020 / Saturday 4th April 2020
Cost: £6 non-members / £5 members / children free
For full information: Visit Comunn Tìr nam Beann Dùn Èideann on Facebook >>
Music & drama activities
Gaelic music and song group in Tollcross Community Centre. So long as there are places left, you can book yourself in.
For full information: Visit Gaelic Song >>
Còisir Dhùn Èideann (Edinburgh Gaelic Choir) are always happy to find new members in all vocal ranges. Gaelic tuition and support materials are provided.
For full information: Visit Còisir Dhùn Èideann >>
Lothian Gaelic Choir welcomes singers for all choral parts. No experience of choral singing or Gaelic is necessary as tuition is given every week.
For full information: Visit Lothian Gaelic Choir >>
Cluicheadairean Dhùn Èideann (Edinburgh Gaelic Drama Group) have been presenting Gaelic drama at various major festivals and different locations throughout Scotland for many years. The group are a blend of learner and fluent Scottish Gaelic speakers.
For full information: Visit Cluicheadairean Dhùn Èideann >>
Specifically aimed at children and young adults, Fèis organise Gaelic music, drama and dance classes throughout Scotland.
For full information: Visit Fèisean Nan Gàidheal >>
Classes & courses
If you want to know more about online learning or classes and courses outwith the Edinburgh area, please go to
Gaelic resources for a more complete list of courses.
Edinburgh council offer community education classes in Gaelic at beginner, post-beginner and intermediate level.
For full information: See courses from Edinburgh Council >>
Ùlpan list Gaelic courses in Edinburgh using the Ùlpan method learning method.
For full information: See Ùlpan Courses >>
Edinburgh College allows you to study Gaelic up to Higher level.
For full information: See courses at Edinburgh College >>
Edinburgh University run Gaelic classes at 3 levels, from beginner upwards, throughout the year.
For full information: See courses at Edinburgh University >>
Newbattle run Gaelic language and culture courses - some are on campus while others may be held in Edinburgh.
For full information: See courses at Newbattle >>