Join storyteller Mark Steadward for an evening of tales of folklore as part of the Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2026

Celtic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Scotland has always harboured beasts too strange to put on any map.

This Samhuinn join Mark Steadward on a journey through the wild, untamed landscape of Scottish myth and legend in search of Celtic Beasts that have inhabited our curiosity and imagination for centuries. The perfect night to search for them as long as some of them don’t find you first.

Celtic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Unmissable for curious minds

Suitable for ages 15+

Venue: Cornerstone St John's - Enter from Lothian Road

Time: 2030 (60mins approx)

This show has a BRING YOUR OWN BOTTLE policy for over 18's only. Plastic cups will be provided.

This event is part of the Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2026

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival (https://www.sisf.org.uk/)

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival is organised by TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland). We champion Scotland's shared traditions of crafts, dance, music, and storytelling: our Intangible Cultural Heritage.

This year's Festival theme is Bird & Beast.

Description supplied by the event organiser.