Have you ever wondered about the different outfits you see Highland Dancers wearing? Each costume represents the history, character, and style of the dance it represents. If you’re new to Highland dance, here’s a guide to the five main types of outfits you’ll see on stage. For official guidance, make sure to refer to the […]

As Highland Dancers in New Mexico, we are excited to have three Celtic Festivals to perform or compete at! Learn more about them below, and we’d love to see you at one of these fun-filled, family-friendly events.  Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival The Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival is the oldest Celtic festival in New

At Highland Dance Albuquerque, we believe that performance opportunities are a key part of a dancer’s growth, and we are excited to participate in various performance opportunities throughout the year! From our newest dancers to our seasoned competitors, performing helps dancers gain confidence, try out new steps, give back to our community, and develop life

Dance Exams Every year at Highland Dance Albuquerque, our dancers from ages 3 to adult participate in exams through the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (BATD). These exams measure a dancers’ progression from their very first marches and skips all the way to sitting a professional teacher’s exam.  It’s a wonderful opportunity for dancers