Glasgow Hogmanay ceilidh to be broadcast live on BBC ALBA

BBC ALBA’s Hogmanay Ceilidh to Broadcast live from Glasgow <i>(Image: Sean Purser)</i>
BBC ALBA’s Hogmanay Ceilidh to Broadcast live from Glasgow (Image: Sean Purser)
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A Hogmanay ceilidh is set to be broadcast live from Glasgow.

Cèilidh na Bliadhn’ Ùire, taking place at Govan Town Hall, will air on BBC ALBA and BBC Radio nan Gaidheal on Wednesday, December 31, from 11.30pm.

The event will be hosted by Cathy MacDonald and Niall Iain Macdonald.

Ingrid Henderson, Cèilidh na Bliadhn' Ùire musical director, has curated a line-up featuring some of the finest talent in Gaelic music.

The line-up will be headlined by the acclaimed band Dàimh.


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Dàimh (Image: Supplied)

Iain Macleod, executive producer for BBC ALBA, said: "It’s an honour to be part of such an iconic programme.

"Cèilidh na Bliadhn’ Ùire is a real landmark in the broadcasting calendar – a show that brings people together across the country and across the world.

"It holds a special place in the schedule and in audiences’ hearts, and it’s a privilege to help bring that tradition to life from Glasgow."

Dàimh will be joined on stage by Norrie "Tago" MacIver, Emma MacLeod, and Ruairidh Gray.

Norrie "Tago" MacIver (Image: Supplied)

The Glasgow Gaelic Musical Association, known as the GGs, will also perform, fresh from their success at the Lochaber Mòd.

The Glenfinnan Cèilidh Band, led by Ingrid Henderson and featuring Iain MacFarlane, Iain MacMaster, Hugh MacCallum, and Anna Massie, will serve as the evening’s house band.

Ellen MacDonald of Dàimh said: "I’m delighted to be part of this year’s BBC ALBA Hogmanay ceilidh.

"I can’t wait to share the stage with such an incredible line-up, and to celebrate our music and culture as we welcome the New Year together."


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Ingrid Henderson (Image: Abrightside Photography)

Fiona MacKenzie, commissioning editor at MG ALBA, said: "We’re thrilled to be broadcasting this year’s Hogmanay celebrations from Govan Town Hall.

"It’s a wonderful opportunity to bring in the New Year surrounded by incredible talent, and our line-up promises an unforgettable night.

"BBC ALBA is proud to share this special event with audiences, showcasing the best of Scotland’s talent as we welcome in 2026."

The ceilidh will be broadcast live on BBC ALBA, BBC Radio nan Gaidheal, BBC iPlayer, and BBC Sounds.

It will also be available worldwide via BBC Alba's website.

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