The Scottish Dance Society presents the 7th annual Bellingham Scottish Gathering on Saturday June 6, 2026. Spectacular Marine Park in Blaine, Washington has unrivaled natural beauty. Surrounded by the Salish Sea, the park affords views of Mount Baker and the Peace Arch border crossing into Canada.
The Scottish Gathering features the City of Bellingham Open Highland Dancing Championship and a full slate of competitive dance events for young beginners to adults.
Championships are the highest level of competitive highland dance and sanctioned by the Royal Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing, the World-Wide Governing Body based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The prestigious event includes the four traditional Highland dances performed by top-level competitors.
A celebration of Scotland’s culture
New this year, the ‘Fabric & Fibers of Scotland Contest” promoting the use of Scottish textiles in garment construction and exposes festivalgoers to the variety of wool fibers, yarns and fabrics originating in Scotland.
The Scottish gathering often offers Scottish-breed animals in educational and fun displays.
2026 is the year of the Clydesdale with the magnificent Katelyn joining the festivities. Celtic musicians entertain around the beer garden while Scottish clan and vendor booths offer information and goods for sale.
The day is a celebration of Scotland’s culture with something for everyone to enjoy in a beautiful outdoor venue.
For more information visit: www.ScottishDanceSociety.org
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