Great British Events

Gala Ball

2024 St. Andrew’s Dance in Ningbo

29 Nov 2024 17:30 - 21:30
  • Member Price: Starts from RMB 688
  • Non-member Price: Starts from RMB 788
  • In-person event
  • Language: English

The inaugural celebration event of St. Andrew’s Day in Zhejiang – secure your spot for a night of fun, food, and Scottish festive!

Event details

For the first time ever, the British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai is bringing the lively spirit of Scotland to Ningbo, Zhejiang! Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with Scottish culture, ceilidh dancing, live music, and a taste of tradition from the highland.

The inaugural event is cordially supported by the University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, and expecting over 300 guests. This is a unique opportunity to experience Scotland’s vibrant traditions – whether you’re a long-time fan of Scottish culture or new to the experience, this event is for you.

Dress Code: Kilts or outfit with a touch of Tartan, comfortable shoes for ceilidh dancing.

What to Expect

  • Authentic Scottish experience, featuring live music from both a Scottish band and talented student performers
  • Dance the night away with traditional ceilidh dancing—perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike
  • Delicious buffet with free-flow drinks, and the very famous “Address to the Haggis” presentation
  • Exciting lucky draw with multiple prizes to look forward

Tickets

Members Tickets:

  • Member Single: RMB 688
  • Standard Member Table of Ten: RMB 6480

Non-member & Young Professional Tickets

  • Non-member Single: RMB 788
  • Non-member Table of Ten: RMB 7480
  • Young Professional*: RMB 688

Tickets include:

  • Welcome Reception with free-flow drinks, wines and canapés
  • Buffet Dinner
  • Live Band & Performances
  • Lucky Draw
  • Ceilidh Dancing
  • And more…

Note:

  • All prices above include 6% VAT taxes.
  • Payments are non-refundable.
  • We only accept bank transfers for table booking. 
  • *Young Professional price is available to guests under 35 years old only. Please provide your ID information upon registration. All guests who bought young professional tickets will be seated together.

Order of the evening

  • 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM: Welcome Reception | Photo Point
  • 6:20 PM – 7:45 PM: Fàilte | Buffet start | Flower of Scotland | Address to the Haggis | Lucky Draw R1
  • 7:45 PM – 9:30 PM: Live Band | Ceilidh Dancing Sessions 1 & 2 (with break) | Lucky Draw R2
  • 9:30 PM: Event ends

*BritCham Shanghai reserves the right to alter the above schedule.

Title Sponsor

InterContinental Ningbo

No. 777, Xinhui Road, National High-tech Zone,

Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province

浙江省宁波市国家高新区新晖路777号

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