‘Ceilidh renaissance’ lures gen Z offline in search of real-life joy
Summary
Ceilidh events are drawing more young people in London and elsewhere as attendees seek social, in-person activities. Organizers and participants say the group dances are welcoming, fun, and offer a way to meet people away from screens.Key Facts
- Eventbrite reported that UK ticket sales for ceilidh events rose 16% from 2024 to 2025, while global sales rose 15%.
- A ceilidh event at the Ivy House pub in south-east London raised money for Link Age Southwark, a local anti-loneliness charity.
- The South East London Folk Orchestra provided music at the Ivy House event.
- Organizers said many attendees at recent ceilidhs have been under 30.
- London Ceilidh Club founder Ed McCabe said the events had grown in popularity since the Covid pandemic.
- Ceilidh comes from a Gaelic word meaning “visit” or “gathering” and originated in Scotland and Ireland in the 19th century.
- Ceilidh the Musical began a tour at Shoreditch Town Hall in east London.
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