Edinburgh International Festival: The Ceilidh Sessions

Ross Band Stand, Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, EH2 2HG

Edinburgh International Festival: The Ceilidh Sessions

Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, EH2 2HG

Description

Gather with friends and family for this lively celebration of music and dance where Scottish tradition meets Baroque flair.

Flawless Norwegian folk ensemble Barokksolistene returns to the Festival for another rip-roaring concert after the enormous popularity of The Alehouse Sessions. This time, they’re joined by Scottish musician Donald Shaw, known as founding member of Scottish folk legends Capercaillie, alongside his ceilidh band.

Alongside beloved ceilidh tunes like the The Gay Gordons and Strip the Willow, Barokksolistene adds an irresistible repertoire of Baroque music, sea shanties and alehouse tunes to the mix. Enjoy an afternoon of music and dance inspired by the Gaelic ceilidh tradition with a caller for the dances.

How To Get Your Tickets

1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.

2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these will usually be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.

3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.

Pricing Information

• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee

Additional Information

• This is an outdoor event, please come prepared for the unpredictable Edinburgh weather.

• For further event information please visit here

Accessibility Information

• Please note: We recommend all access bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please visit here

Genre
Dates & times

Monday, 4 Aug 2025 4:00pm to 5:30pm

Important information - please read

Gather with friends and family for this lively celebration of music and dance where Scottish tradition meets Baroque flair.

Flawless Norwegian folk ensemble Barokksolistene returns to the Festival for another rip-roaring concert after the enormous popularity of The Alehouse Sessions. This time, they’re joined by Scottish musician Donald Shaw, known as founding member of Scottish folk legends Capercaillie, alongside his ceilidh band.

Alongside beloved ceilidh tunes like the The Gay Gordons and Strip the Willow, Barokksolistene adds an irresistible repertoire of Baroque music, sea shanties and alehouse tunes to the mix. Enjoy an afternoon of music and dance inspired by the Gaelic ceilidh tradition with a caller for the dances.

How To Get Your Tickets

1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.

2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these will usually be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.

3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.

Pricing Information

• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee

Additional Information

• This is an outdoor event, please come prepared for the unpredictable Edinburgh weather.

• For further event information please visit here

Accessibility Information

• Please note: We recommend all access bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please visit here

Tickets
You may purchase a maximum of 4 tickets for this event.

Free Ticket

£5.95 Booking fee per person

Location

Ross Band Stand

Princes Street Gardens

Princes Street

Edinburgh

EH2 2HG

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