The first-ever local Mòd is set to take place in North Lanarkshire, providing a new opportunity for young people and families to come together to celebrate Gaelic language, music, and culture.
Organised by An Comunn Gàidhealach, which has supported the teaching and promotion of Gaelic since its founding in Oban in 1891, local Mòds help develop Gaelic language, history, and heritage at both local and national levels.
While North Lanarkshire previously hosted the National Mòd in Airdrie in 1993, this marks the first time a local Mòd will be held in the area.
The event will take place on Saturday, 20 September 2025, at Greenfaulds High School in Cumbernauld.
It will offer a range of competitions for young people, further strengthening Gaelic Medium Education (GME), which has been established in North Lanarkshire since 1997.
Maggie Cunningham, President An Comunn Gàidhealach, said: “We are delighted that North Lanarkshire is launching a local Mòd this year. We know from experience that local Mòds do a great deal to stimulate interest in Gaelic in their own communities. I am sure this new initiative will add to the numbers involved in Gaelic across the country. Gura math a theid leibh.”
Welcoming the announcement, Councillor Jim Logue, Leader of North Lanarkshire Council, said: "The introduction of a local Mòd in North Lanarkshire is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate and promote Gaelic language and culture.
"It will also provide young people and families with an exciting platform to showcase their talents and celebrate Gaelic education and heritage."
The day-long event is expected to bring together participants and supporters from across North Lanarkshire and beyond.
For more details on how to take part in the North Lanarkshire Local Mòd, visit https://www.ancomunn.co.uk/localmods