6-8 March 2026
Edinburgh, Scotland

Welcome to NASC 2026

The North Atlantic Song Convention (NASC) returns to Edinburgh's Scottish Storytelling Centre from 6-8 March 2026 for three inspiring days celebrating traditional folk song and singing from across the North Atlantic Region.

Join us for cross-cultural programme of concerts, workshops, panel discussions, and intimate song circles that bring together singers, musicians, researchers, and enthusiasts from across the North Atlantic region and beyond.

Whether you're a seasoned performer, an academic researching folk traditions, a community song leader, or someone who simply cherishes the beauty of traditional song, NASC offers a genuinely inclusive space where every voice is valued.

Guest Singers & Speakers

We will be announcing our guest speakers and singers in the Autumn 2025. Keep an eye out on our social media channels and on this website.

Programme

We will be announcing our programme of activity in the Autumn 2025. Keep an eye out on our social media channels and on this website.

Travel & Accommodation

The Scottish Storytelling Centre is based at 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR and is just a five-minute walk from Waverley train station and central bus/tram stops. The bus station is a ten-minute walk away.

There are many hotels, hostels and self-catering options in the centre of Edinburgh. Use your normal travel app to find accommodation or use Google Travel.

Early booking is advised to avail of the best prices for accommodation and travel.

Accessibility

Situated half way down the Royal Mile in the centre of Edinburgh, the Scottish Storytelling Centre is a modern building attached to the John Knox House Museum.

The building is fully wheelchair accessible with lift access to all floors and hearing loops in Reception and performance spaces.

The Centre is comprised of a ground floor Reception area and exhibition space, a 99-seat theatre on the basement level and two meeting rooms/workshop spaces on the upper floors.

If you have any queries or require any assistance please phone +44 (0) 131 556 9579 or email reception@scottishstorytellingcentre.com

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