BBC ALBA TV Guide
BBC ALBA celebrates Scottish Gaelic culture with live sport, music, documentaries and family shows in the language of the Highlands and Islands. See what's on BBC ALBA on Saturday 24 January 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC ALBA Schedule — Sat 24 Jan
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Ladybird & Bee/Daolag-bhreac is Seillean — 16:00
Mìn is Spìceach
Tha rudeigin neo-àbhaisteach air tuiteam gu talamh an-diugh. Something unusual has fallen to the ground today.
Runtime:
5 min
Treubh an Tuathanais (Big Barn Farm) — 16:05
Muireall Dhàna
Tha Muireall a’ falbh air dan’-chuairt ach chan eil ùidh aig a caraidean a dhol na cois. Muireall is going on an adventure, but her friends have no interest in joining her.
Runtime:
15 min
Oscar & Ealasaid — 16:20
Dìomhaireachd na Lucha Uaine/The Secret of the Green Mouse
Célestine catches the Green Mouse stealing carrots from the vegetable garden.
Runtime:
15 min
Cleasan Ataidh & Tilidh/The Adventures of Abney & Teal — 16:35
A’ Chraobh As Fheàrr/The Perfect Tree
Abney and Teal search all over the Island to find the perfect tree to put their presents under. They aren’t having much luck, but Bop has a surprise in store.
Runtime:
10 min
Sionnach agus Maigheach (Fox & Hare) — 16:45
Dealbh
Hare has been working really hard on a beautiful painting of Mermaid. While she is out to get a suitable frame, Fox accidently spills his drink on it.
Runtime:
15 min
An Là — 17:00
Naidheachdan ionadail, nàiseanta is eadar-nàiseanta gach là cuide ri fiosrachadh coimhearsnachd bho BBC ALBA. Local, national and international news and information from BBC ALBA.
Runtime:
20 min
SPFL — 17:20
League 1 - Kelty Hearts v Stenhousemuir
Live football action from League 1 as Kelty Hearts host Stenhousemuir. We bring you all the coverage from New Central Park and commentary is by Alex O’Henley.
Runtime:
2 hr 10 min
Seòid a' Chidsin - The Kitchen Coves — 19:30
Episode 3
Às dèidh tadhal air iomadh stàl-bìdh, tha na seòid a’ cur an làmh ri biadh-sràide. After visiting a range of food vendors, the coves cook street food.
Runtime:
30 min
Dàna | Scotland's Wild Side — 20:00
Loch Laomainn | Loch Lomond
Coinneach MacFhraing is on Loch Lomond attempting to paddle the vast distance between Balmaha and Ardlui.
Runtime:
30 min
Dealbhan Fraoich/Heather's Portraits — 20:30
Episode 3
Heather Dewar meets John Morrison and draws his colour portrait. Fraoch Nic an Deòir cuide ri Iain Moireasdan son dealbh dathte dheth dhèanamh.
Beat the Drum: Dìleab Runrig — 21:00
Episode 2
As the tour reaches Denmark, the band begin to look ahead to their biggest show yet. A’ ruighinn na Danmhairg, tha an còmhlan a’ coimhead air adhart ris a’ chuirm as motha aca.
Runtime:
50 min
Binneas - Na Trads — 21:50
Episode 2
Marloch, clàraichte aig NaTrads, 2024. Marloch recorded at the Trad Awards in 2024.
Mnathan-brathaidh an Dàrna Cogaidh/Female Spies of WWII — 22:00
Episode 2
In the high-stakes environment of World War II, women of all backgrounds answer the call and go undercover.
Runtime:
55 min
Skipinnish Aig A' Chaisteal — 22:55
Episode 3
Skipinnish le Eagle’s Wing aig cuirm-chiùil bho Chaisteal Dhùn Èideann. Skipinnish perform Eagle’s Wing at a concert from Edinburgh Castle.
Tatù Rìoghail Dhùn Èideann/Edinburgh Military Tattoo — 23:00
2023
Eòghann MacEunraig le caismeachdan is ceòl bho Tatù Rìoghail Armailteach Dhùn Èideann. Ewen Henderson presents highlights from the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2023.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC ALBA tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 24 January) on BBC ALBA, you can watch Seòid a' Chidsin - The Kitchen Coves, Dàna | Scotland's Wild Side, Dealbhan Fraoich/Heather's Portraits, and Beat the Drum: Dìleab Runrig . Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch BBC ALBA live?
You can watch BBC ALBA live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on BBC ALBA today?
Today's programming on BBC ALBA ends at 00:30 with Tatù Rìoghail Dhùn Èideann/Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.