May Day Ceilidh at the East Quay

Ceilidh at the East Quay

Dance Styles: Barn Dance, Country Dance, English Ceilidh, Irish Céilí, Irish Set, Scottish Country, Square Dance, Scottish Ceilidh

Price: Free

Time: 3.15

Ticket Options: Free event

MAY DAY CELEBRATION- Community of Beings
DATE: Monday 4th May 2026
TIME: 1pm onwards
LOCATION: East Quay Courtyard
This is a free event - all welcome!

Join Barnbuskers at East Quay this May Day Bank Holiday for the ‘Community of Beings’ festival! Our bit is the ceilidh at 3.15 pm, but there are plenty of other activities earlier in the afternoon.

EVENT SCHEDULE:

1-3pm: Craft and family friendly activities
Make animals from willow
Find out how sheep’s wool is spun
See how trees are turned into bowls and spoons
Have your face painted as an animal or plant
Listen to stories about magical beings and nature (1.30pm and 2.30pm)
Make a mask of your favourite ‘being’

2pm: Maypole dancing

3pm: May Day blessing to celebrate the changing seasons

3.15pm: Live music from Barnbuskers!
Round off the day country dancing with Barnbuskers Ceilidh Band! Right-hand-stars, do-si-dos and swing your partner!
A caller to explain the dances, suitable for all ages, beginner-friendly, and great fun! No need to bring a partner, find one when you get here.

Food & Drink
Enjoy a range of delicious seasonal food and drink from the EQ Kitchen and bar, throughout the day.

See you there!