Posts for February, 2026

Come and join us for this extra special music event – home-grown folk music, local heritage and good company, in the cozy atmosphere of Nethy Bridge Community Centre Village in Strathspey.

This concert features local musicians Hamish Napier (flute, whistles, harmonium, vocals & stories) and Jordan Neil (guitar & Scottish small pipes), an all-Strathspey musical duo, with a programme of folk music themed on River Spey, surrounding hills and local heritage.

Please note this is part of a special 3-concert mini tour of community halls along the River Spey. If you can’t catch Hamish and Jordan play in your local hall you might not have very far to travel to see them play at one of the other halls:

Thursday 19th March – Dalwhinnie Village Hall
Friday 20th March – Nethy Bridge Community Centre
Saturday 21st March – The Strathdearn Commuity Hub, Tomatin

Join us for a showing of the American backstage musical film starring Cher and Christina Aguilera in her film debut.

Licenced bar & snacks available. Tickets available to buy online (preferred).

Parking either on the street outside the YMCA or there are 2 small public car parks within a minute’s walk.

An evening full of dance, music, and queer joy!

Get ready to welcome spring with the joyful sounds of the Cairngorm Ceilidh Band! Meet old and new LGBTQ+ and ally friends and enjoy our Cairngorms Pride community event with dancing, food, raffle, and happy carefree times.

Our Step Ye Gaylidh ceilidh promises good vibes, great tunes, and is bursting with queer joy and kindness. We can’t wait to see you all there!

Tickets are free/pay as much as you’d like. Any donations help support the delivery of our projects and community social gatherings across the Cairngorms.

Come and kick your heels up at the Storylands Sessions Ceilidh Concert in the Newtonmore Village Hall.

Celebrating the rich culture and connections of our Highland community, this multi-generational event brings together the best of traditional music and dance.

There will be music from Grantown piano player / dance-caller Hamish Napier and Cromdale fiddle player Eric Pirie. All the popular folk dances from the Gay Gordons to the Virginia Reel.

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨!

Here’s another great event as part of celebrating Tomintoul’s 250th anniversary. We thought it would be great to have a family event, so why not join us for a fun-filled, in-person afternoon for the whole family! Dance, laugh, and make memories with great music and a friendly crowd. Whether you’re a little groover or a seasoned dancer, this is all about good vibes and family fun. Don’t miss out on the Tomintoul Family Disco! 💃🏻🪩



We’ll have a tuck-shop with some tasty treats, so get the kids to save some pocket money (and adults too!) Whilst tickets are free, we would appreciate any donations – these will help cover the cost of the hall hire etc. and any surplus will go to supporting other events during our 250th year.



A parent, guardian or carer will need to be with each group of children. Each person attending, adult or child will need a ticket – sorry, without a ticket, we can’t allow entry due to license restrictions.

𝐒𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐲, 𝐧𝐨 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬.

Su-a Lee and Friends
Featuring Duncan Chisholm, Donald Shaw & Hamish Napier.
What better way to spend a Wednesday in April than with Su-a Lee, who is one of Scotland’s most versatile, adventurous and charismatic cellists. She has worked with rock icons such as Jack Bruce and `Eric Clapton (Cream); jazz musicians including Peter Erskine (Weather Report) and Thomas Strønen; Classical Indian sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and Scottish folk-electronica pioneer Martyn Bennett.

For this very special show Su-a will be joined by three of these stellar collaborators: Duncan Chisholm, one of Scotland’s most accomplished fiddle players; Donald Shaw, celebrated multi-instrumentalist/composer/producer and Hamish Napier, producer, tunesmith and multi-faceted performer.
Doors: From 7pm (no earlier, please)
1st Half: 7.30pm – 8.15pm
Interval: 8.15pm-8.45pm
2nd Half: 8.45pm-9.30pm
Finish: 9.30pm
BAR – the Hall is running the bar, which will only be open before the concert and during the interval.
SHOP – there will be a merchandise stall, selling “CDs and vinyl of solo albums by Su-a, Hamish, Duncan and Donald. Contactless card and smartphone payments will be accepted.

We’re delighted to announce a special performance by The Farmers Choir at the Macdonald Aviemore Resort on Saturday 28 February 2026, raising vital funds for RSABI and SAYFC, with 50% of net ticket sales supporting the Big Build initiative.

The Farmers Choir was formed in September 2013, following a call for past and present members of the Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs (SAYFC) to take part in its 75th Anniversary Concert in Glasgow. On 30 November 2013, when members took to the stage at the Hydro Arena, in what was initially expected to be a one-off performance. Instead, it marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey.

Since then, the choir has continued to grow, performing at events across Scotland — including regular appearances at the Royal Highland Show — and bringing together voices from across rural communities including Ayrshire, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Campbeltown, Dumfries & Galloway, Fife, Lanarkshire, Loch Lomond and Perthshire. Through music, the choir celebrates rural life while fostering connection, friendship, and raising awareness of mental health and wellbeing in agriculture.

Hosted by farmer and comedian Jim Smith, this uplifting evening promises music, laughter, and a strong sense of community spirit. With over 80 choir members from across rural Scotland, audiences can expect well-loved cover songs that lift hearts, spark conversation, and highlight the importance of looking after one another within the farming community.

Renowned master of the fiddle including the “Strathspey” genre, Paul Anderson invites traditional musicians to join in a mentored session from 7.15pm to 8.15pm (£10 per player) followed by the popular open session in the bar from 8.30pm to 10pm (free to all).

Designed for families, this uplifting session invites adults and children to step into the world of Oz and learn some fun dance routines set to the songs we know and love from the films.

From the sparkle of Glinda to the power of Elphaba, this workshop celebrates friendship, confidence and finding your own kind of magic!

Suitable for age 5+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Get ready to zig-a-zig-ah! This fun, family-friendly dance workshop invites adults and children to learn energetic routines inspired by the iconic Spice Girls. From “Wannabe” to “Spice Up Your Life,” you’ll dance, laugh, and celebrate friendship, confidence, and teamwork – just like the Spice Girls themselves!

Everyone is welcome! No dance experience is needed, this workshop is all about having fun, moving to the music and enjoying a shared family experience.

“Say you’ll be there” and grab your tickets now!