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 13 June 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC ALBA Schedule — Sat 13 Jun

12:00 AM

Alba Today — 00:00

Alba Today
Sealladh ùr bho Alba. A new view from Scotland.
6:00 AM

Alba Today — 06:00

Alba Today
Sealladh ùr bho Alba. A new view from Scotland.
4:00 PM

Camanachd air BBC ALBA/Shinty on BBC ALBA — 16:00

Mactavish Cup Final
Coverage of the Mactavish Cup Final.
Runtime: 2 hr 10 min
6:10 PM

Somhairle Spins — 18:10

Na Còig Aiseagan | Five Ferries
Somhairle and his university friends take on the infamous Five Ferries cycle route, with an entertaining mix of experience, resulting in tired legs and sore backsides!
Runtime: 20 min i Available on iPlayer
6:30 PM

An Là — 18:30

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: 15 min
6:45 PM

The Call of the Isles — 18:45

Join Fyfe Robertson on a journey through some of Scotland's islands, including Mull, Staffa, Barra and Vatersay. First broadcast in 1963.
Runtime: 45 min
7:30 PM

Mach à Seo! — 19:30

Episode 2
Ramsay visits the Campsies for a fun-filled holiday. Tha Ramsay a’ tadhal air Monadh Chamsaidh son làithean spòrsail.
Runtime: 30 min
8:00 PM

Suas gu Deas — 20:00

Episode 4
Tha croitearan Uibhist a’ cruinneachadh airson fèill uain agus tha a Mòd a’ teannadh dlùth. Uist crofters bring their lambs to market in Lochmaddy, and Mod week fast approaches.
Runtime: 30 min
8:30 PM

Port Steòrnabhaigh — 20:30

Episode 4
There is a health problem on board a boat that has come alongside, and we look at the progress of the new Deep Water Terminal.
Runtime: 30 min
9:00 PM

Seirm — 21:00

Episode 3
Màiri Anna NicUalraig le ceòl dùthchasach agus traidiseanta bho Celtic Connections. Mary Ann Kennedy presents a show with folk and traditional music from Celtic Connections.
Runtime: 1 hr
10:00 PM

Prois Tartan/Tartan Pride — 22:00

Documentary looking at the oldest international football fixture in the world, Scotland v England, and how its significance continues to resonate in present-day Scotland.
Runtime: 1 hr
11:00 PM

Trusadh — 23:00

Ally, Soccer Is Na Staitean/Ally, Soccer and the States
From the shores of the Hebrides to the bright lights of Washington DC, this documentary reveals the footballing journey of Lewis man Ally ‘Bubble’ Mackay.
Runtime: 1 hr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC ALBA tonight?

Tonight (Saturday 13 June) on BBC ALBA, you can watch Mach à Seo!, Suas gu Deas, Port Steòrnabhaigh, and Seirm. 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 00:00 with Trusadh.

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.

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