Gaelic Week

Monday 23 February 

Gaelic Youth Choir – Come & Try Sessions 
🕓 4pm–6pm 
💸 Free 
A fun, welcoming introduction to Gaelic singing for young people from primary 3 to S6. Drop in and give it a go! 4pm - 4.45pm P3 to P6; 5pm –6pm P7 to S6. 

Tuesday 24 February 

Learn Gaelic Through Song – Online Workshop 
🕗 8pm 
💻 Online 

Ionnsaich Gàidhlig ann an dòigh spòrsail a' seinn òran no dhà! Learn Gaelic in a fun way singing a song or two! 

Learn Gaelic through song 

Learn Gaelic words and phrases through traditional and contemporary Gaelic songs in a relaxed, welcoming session for beginners and early learners. 

Led by our Gaelic Heritage officer - Kerrie Kennedy – Mòd Gold Medallist & Gaelic teacher 

No previous Gaelic or singing experience required. 

FREE EVENT – Register on Eventbright - Gabh Òran - Learn Gaelic through song Tickets, Tue 24 Feb 2026 at 20:00 | Eventbrite 

Air a mhaoineachadh le Seachdain na Gàidhlig tro Mhaoin nan Tabhartas Beag, le taic bho Bhòrd na Gàidhlig. 
Funded by Seachdain na Gàidhlig through the Small Grants Fund, with support from Bòrd na Gàidhlig. 

Wednesday 25 February 

Gaelic for Beginners – Taster Session 
📍 Rowan Café 
⏰ Drop‑in 
💸 Donations Welcome 
A relaxed introduction with our Gaelic Heritage Officer Kerrie for complete beginners interested in trying out the language. 

Thursday 26 February  

Gaelic Heritage Talk – A War of Words  

🕖 7.00pm | 💸 Entry by donation 
🗣 Talk delivered in English 

Discover the remarkable story of the world’s first Gaelic dictionary — and the man who risked everything to complete it at a time when the Gaelic language itself was under threat. 

As part of World Gaelic Week, the dictionary will be on display at the Rockfield Centre throughout the week, offering visitors the chance to view this powerful symbol of linguistic preservation up close. 

A compelling reminder of the theme Cleachd i no Caill i – Use it or lose it — and why using Gaelic has always mattered. 

Friday 27 February 

Gaelic Parent & Child Session (0–5 years) 
📍 Playspace 
🤝 In partnership with Pàrant is Pàiste an Òbain 
🕥 10.30am–12pm 
💸 Free 
A friendly, play‑based Gaelic session for little ones and their grown‑ups. Songs, stories and fun! 

Gaelic Café – Cafaidh Feasgar 

📍 Rowan Café 
🕟 4.30–6.30pm 
💸 Donations 
🤝 In partnership with Comunn Gàidhealach an Òbain 

Enjoy relaxed Gaelic conversation over tea, coffee, cakes and good company at our Cafaidh Feasgar. Alongside informal chat, there will be Gaelic board games, art activities for children, and opportunities to find out more about Gaelic events, groups, and activities happening locally. 

You can also submit your Oban local Mòd 2026 entries in person at the café, making this a great chance to connect, get involved, and support Gaelic in the community. 

A perfect example of Cleachd i no Caill i – Use it or lose it in action. 

Sunday 1 March 

Gaelic Lego Club – No knowledge of Gaelic Required 
🕐 Session 1: 1pm–2.30pm 
🕝 Session 2: 2.30pm–4pm 
💸 £3 per child – Book online 

 
A fun, hands-on session where young people can use their Gaelic while building and playing, and those who are learning can develop confidence with colours and numbers in Gaelic in a relaxed, supportive environment. 

Perfect for curious, creative minds — whether Gaelic is spoken every day or just beginning.