The Daily Ceilidh

The Daily Ceilidh

MacPhail Ceilidh Band, Brazilian Piper, RSCDS Dancers and Batucada BrasilSemi-professional company

90 minutesStage
Beginning with a colourful carnival parade from the Ross Fountain to the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens led by the Brazilian Piper Pipe Band from Rio de Janeiro, followed by Royal Scottish Country Dance Society and Batucada Brazil percussion, and dancers from Edinburgh. Upon arriving at the patio area, the Iain MacPhail Ceilidh Band will already be on stage calling the audience up for the Gay Gordons to kick off 90 minutes of Scottish and Brazilian culture. An official event supported by the UK and Brazilian governments commemorating 200 years of UK/Brazil diplomatic and cultural relations.

About MacPhail Ceilidh Band, Brazilian Piper, RSCDS Dancers and Batucada Brasil

The Daily Ceilidh is a 90-minute celebration of Scottish and Brazilian culture, beginning with a colourful carnival parade from the Ross Fountain to the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens. The parade is led by the Brazilian Piper Pipe Band from Rio de Janeiro, followed by Royal Scottish Country Dance Society and Batucada Brazil percussion, and dancers from Edinburgh. At the patio area, the Iain MacPhail Ceilidh Band kicks off 90 minutes of dancing beginning with the Gay Gordons. An official event supported by the UK and Brazilian governments, commemorating 200 years of UK/Brazil diplomatic and cultural relations.

Why see this show?

A live outdoor event that fuses a Brazilian carnival parade with Scottish ceilidh dancing — starting at the Ross Fountain and ending in 90 minutes of participatory music and dancing at the Ross Bandstand. Perfect for families aged 8 and over who want to be part of the performance.

Event Details

Tuesday 12 - Tuesday 19 August 2025

All performances at 16:00

7 performances

90 minutes

Stage

West Gardens Cottage

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28 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£10

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the event?

The event runs for 90 minutes.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, the age guidance is 8 and over.

Are there any content warnings?

Yes. The event requires audience participation and audiences are required to walk or move around during the performance.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £10.

Where does the event take place?

It begins at the Ross Fountain and proceeds to the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What type of event is this?

It is a folk and dance event featuring Scottish ceilidh and Brazilian percussion, categorised under Events with Dance and Folk elements.

About This Performance

The Daily Ceilidh is a events performance at Stage during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 90 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

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Venue: Stage

Stage is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £10

Age Guidance: 8+

Content Warnings: Audience participation, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance

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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.The Daily Ceilidh represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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