Come one, come all, to strip the willow, do-si-do, and bring in the budding season at our Springful Ceilidh

Join us for an evening of lively ceilidh dancing (no experience needed!) with music provided by Sheffield’s finest ceilidh band, The Heist.

We will be raising money for the important work of Leeds Asylum Seekers’ Support Network (LASSN), who support refugees and asylum seekers to be respected, supported and empowered to rebuild their lives free of persecution.

This event is open to all and we ask that you choose your ticket price based on what you can afford:

Unwaged/ low income (only 20x tickets) - £10 |  Full price (100x tickets) - £15

Tickets will not be available on the door, please buy one in advance - see Tickets below.

FAQs

What are the event timings?

19:00 - Doors open

19:30 - Dancing begins (with breaks)

21:30 - Dancing ends

22:00 - Home time

Will there be food and drink available?

Delicious beers will be poured by local Leeds brewery, Anthology. We will also be serving other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as a selection of affordable savoury snacks (card and cash payments).

What exactly is a ceilidh?

Ceilidh comes from the Gaelic word for ‘gathering’ or ‘party’ and it has a rich cultural history dating back to the 19th century. Traditionally, communities across the Scottish Highlands would come together for celebrations filled with entertainment like music, dancing and storytelling. Many dance styles and steps have evolved through the ceilidh tradition, accompanied by live music played on instruments like fiddle and accordion.

Our visiting band, The Heist, offer a unique twist on the ceilidh experience, taking inspiration from Scottish, Irish, English and Klezmer music. You can expect the old classics, some newer dances and a healthy dose of choreographed chaos.

Do I need to bring a dance partner?

In short, no! Sometimes you will be dancing in a pair, that pairing may change during a dance, and sometimes you're in a bigger group, but we encourage anyone who fancies it to come and give it a go.

The Springful Ceilidh will be led by a 'caller', who talks you through the moves for each dance. These dances are easy to follow - no experience is required, just enthusiasm!

Inclusivity and diversity

Our dances are all Inclusive, regardless of age, gender, ability, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

All Hallows’ is wheelchair accessible.