BBC ALBA TV Guide & Listings (United States Timezone)

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 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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Alba Today

Sealladh ùr bho Alba. A new view from Scotland.

Runtime: 6 hr i Available on iPlayer

Alba Today

Sealladh ùr bho Alba. A new view from Scotland.

Runtime: 10 hr i Available on iPlayer

Ladybird & Bee/Daolag-bhreac is Seillean

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)

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

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

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)

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

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

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 comes from Alex O’Henley.

Runtime: 2 hr 10 min

Seòid a' Chidsin - The Kitchen Coves

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

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

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.

Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Beat the Drum: Dìleab Runrig

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

Episode 2

Marloch, clàraichte aig NaTrads, 2024. Marloch recorded at the Trad Awards in 2024.

Runtime: 10 min i Available on iPlayer

Mnathan-brathaidh an Dàrna Cogaidh/Female Spies of WWII

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

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.

Runtime: 5 min i Available on iPlayer

Tatù Rìoghail Dhùn Èideann/Edinburgh Military Tattoo

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

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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 (19:30 your time) with Tatù Rìoghail Dhùn Èideann/Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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