Strictly is Back!
Strictly Inverness returns in 2026 to celebrate its 15th anniversary and this year we are delighted to welcome back Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke as guest judge for our Final.
Since it launched in 2010, this competition has raised almost £3 million for Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.
Applications are now OPEN and we are looking for 32 contestants to train with experienced dance tutors, as well as organising a variety of events to boost their fundraising.
Wednesday 13 May - Dance Showcase Launch Night
Wednesday's opening show is a family night which includes both Team Thursday and Team Friday group dances, as well as fabulous showcase performances from the region’s top local dance schools and their tutors.
Thursday 14 and Friday 15 May - Strictly Inverness Heats
Eight couples perform two individual dances on Thursday and Friday nights, plus a group dance in front of an audience and panel of judges. Each evening we announce the top four ranked couples, based on a combination of the judges’ scores, votes placed by the audience and fundraising efforts. These eight successful couples will go through to Saturday’s Grand Finale.
Saturday 16 May - Strictly Inverness Grand Finale
The top four couples from Thursday and Friday nights’ events battle it out to see who will be crowned the overall champions of Strictly Inverness 2026.
Tickets will be on sale from March 2026. Don't miss out on the hottest show in town!