Hebridean Celtic Festival
15-18th July 2009

The Hebridean Celtic Festival, a fabulous four-day musical feast held annually in July in venues throughout the Hebridean islands in Scotland.  Now hailed as the biggest homecoming party of year, this leading Celtic music event features internationally acclaimed artists including the very best of Gaelic talent all set against the unique Hebridean culture.   

Family friendly, there is an exciting and diverse programme of music, workshops, street performances as well as the rich cultural and historical aspects of the islands to explore. 

It is best to book early as accommodation is quickly filled during the festival period but rest assured you will receive the warmest of welcomes at one of the most atmospheric festivals in Scotland.

The festival was voted Event of the Year 2004 by the public for the HandsUpForTrad Awards which are co-sponsored by the BBC.  It has seen attendances of over 15,000 enjoying the music on offer with visitors from over 40 countries visiting. The Festival runs for four days and is family-friendly with workshops, street performers, pub sessions, free daytime ceilidhs and face painting for children. 

Acts in past years have come from Galicia in Spain, Scotland and Australia, as well as Quebec, Ireland and other countries. Past performers have included The Proclaimers, The Waterboys, Hothouse Flowers, Afro Celt Sound System, Runrig and Van Morrison.

The Festival is largely made possible each year by a huge army of unpaid local volunteers. 

Last updated:
09/10/2008 11:46
2009 Line up not yet confirmed
This information was last updated on 09/10/2008 11:46. Please check with the event website for any last minute changes.

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Lews Castle
Stornoway
Isle of Lewis
HS2 0XR
Scotland

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Useful Contacts

Festival Office
P O Box 9909
79 Cromwell Street
Stornoway
HS1 2DG

Festival Website

For information about the area: http://www.visithebrides.com 

For transport information: http://www.calmac.co.uk; http://www.loganair.co.uk/start.htm



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