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Christmas Ceilidh with the Jig Show

Join us at Dovecot Studios for an evening of lively music, traditional dancing, and festive cheer with The Jig Show on 7th December!

Christmas Ceilidh with the Jig Show

About Christmas Ceilidh with the Jig Show

Suitable for all levels of experience, our Christmas Ceilidh promises fun, featuring a talented live band and expert callers to guide you through the dances, located on the magnificent Weaving Floor. Come dressed in your festive best and get ready to spin, twirl, and laugh the night away.

The Jig Show are a 4-piece alt-folk powerhouse from Edinburgh, blending contemporary Scots fiddle tunes with an explosive rock aesthetic. Our take on Scottish ceilidh dancing brings a fun, hard rockin’ twist to the dance sets, ensuring the crowd never stops bouncing. The liveliest ceilidh band in town and not to be missed!

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