For the first time, two Australian national pipe band championships will be staged together in regional New South Wales, with the Australian Solo Championships and the Australian Juvenile Championships taking place from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 October 2025 at The Scots School, Albury.
The event will feature more than 300 performances across the weekend, as competitors aged from 12 through to over 70 take to the stage in a celebration of music, culture, and competition.
Australian Juvenile Championships
The Australian Juvenile Pipe Band Championships shine a spotlight on the next generation of pipers and drummers. Held every second year in rotation with the Australian Pipe Band Championships, the Juvenile Championships provide a stage for young musicians to perform in both solo and band settings, with opportunities that extend beyond traditional contest elements.
This year’s event continues that mission by creating a friendly, supportive environment for players who may be new to competition, while also showcasing the incredible talent and commitment of Australia’s youth pipe band community.
Australian Solo Championships
The Australian Solo Piping Championships have a proud history dating back to 1961, In 2025, the Championships return to New South Wales. Over three spectacular days, Australia’s top pipers and drummers will compete head-to-head for national titles across multiple disciplines; from marches, strathspeys and reels to hornpipes, jigs and the classical piobaireachd. This event represents the pinnacle of solo performance in Australia, crowning champions who are recognised as leaders of their craft worldwide with many performers either returning from or planning for competition in Scotland and Europe more broadly.
For further details see: www.pipebandsaustralia.com.au/championships