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Events

CHDA proudly hosts a variety of competitions and workshops each year, offering opportunities for dancers of all levels to participate and showcase their skills.

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You don’t need to be a CHDA member or have any affiliation to attend our events—everyone is welcome! Please note that CHDA is not affiliated with, nor does it provide funding to, any specific dance schools.

Competitions

Running from September through June, the CHDA season offers Highland dancers multiple opportunities to perform and compete, proudly sponsoring four major competitions throughout the year. ​​

Workshops

Premier Workshop

January 26, 2025

Pre-Premier Tartan Day Workshop

​Sunday, April 6th, 2025

Annual Pub Night

October 17, 2024

Members connect and build relationships while celebrating the upcoming season.

Calgary Highland Dancing Association (CHDA) Bag Pipe Practice

Pipe Practices

All levels of dancers are invited to come and dance!  There will be a competition piper at the practice piping for the dancers.  We are also fortunate to have two CHDA Premier dancers helping dancers run through the dances. Come and get ready for the CHDA Chinook weekend and June Classic.  
 
Save the date for the next pipe practices! 
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March 8th, May 31st and November 8th!

Annual Gear Sale

October 19, 2024

The Calgary Highland Dancing Association (CHDA) hosts an annual gear sale, offering dancers the chance to buy and sell Highland Dancing attire, shoes, and accessories at great prices.

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