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October 2018
Develop Your Scottish Country Dancing
Class for newer dancers who have already done a beginners course (or done at least a few weeks of SCD). Dancers who wish to revise or improve at this easier level are also very welcome. Pay for a course of 8 weeks or pay by the night. At Fort Street Public School, Upper Fort St. ... Read more
Find out more »Gaelic Language Lessons
Beginner and Intermediate Gaelic language lessons will be held at the Cultural Centre on Saturday mornings10:00 a.m. to 12 noon from October 13th to November 17th, 2018. Info: www.vancouvergaelic.com
Find out more »Scottish International Storytelling Festival
A celebration of live storytelling, oral traditions and cultural diversity, with Scottish and international storytellers and musicians at the Scottish Storytelling Centre. Info: www.tracscotland.org/scottish-storytelling-centre
Find out more »Tweed Valley Forest Festival
A celebration of the rich woodland culture of the Borders in a variety of locations around the beautiful Tweed Valley. Info: www.forest-festival.com
Find out more »Orkney Storytelling Festival
A four-day programme of walks, talks, story sessions and workshops with renowned storytellers from Scotland and beyond. Info: www.orkneystorytellingfestival.co.uk
Find out more »Asilomar Scottish Country Dance Weekend & Workshop
A weekend of Scottish country dancing, classes, and lots more. Celebrating 60 years since the very first Scottish Country Dance event was held at Asilomar Conference Grounds, 800 Asilomar Ave. Info: www.asilomar.rscds-sf.org
Find out more »Ceilidh Club
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Sarasota Celtic Music Festival
A weekend of Celtic music and fun at Nathan Benderson Park. Info: www.celtoberfest.org
Find out more »Perth All Scotland Accordion and Fiddle Festival
The 69th annual festival of its kind. Kicking off with a ceilidh, the event takes in competitions and championships during the day before finishing with the Senior Scottish Championship and performances by some of Scotland's top musicians. Info: www.perthaccordionfestival.co.uk
Find out more »The Glenfiddich Solo Piping Championship
Established in 1974 to inspire the world's finest individual pipers and to seek the best overall exponents of ceol mor or piobaireachd (the great music) and ceol beag or light music (the little music) at Blair Castle. Each year, 10 competitors qualify to play at this prestigious event through placing in one of a series ... Read more
Find out more »Scottish American Society Of South Florida Fall Halloween Ceilidh
Entertainment includes pipe & drumming, the fine fiddles & more at the Church of the Little Flower, 1805 Pierce St. Info: www.sassf.org
Find out more »Pipers Society Julie Appleton-Seymour Memorial Competition
Invitational Hornpipe and Jig competition at Emmanuel College, University of Queensland, St Lucia. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Weary Dunlop Dinner
The Patron Malcolm Murry the 12th Earl of Dunmore and the Chairman of the Board of Governors Simon Abney-Hastings the 15th Earl of Loudoun on behalf of St Andrew’s First Aid Australia (SAFAA) and The Weary Dunlop Foundation present the Weary Dunlop Dinner at The Kelvin Club Melbourne. Info: St. Andrew's First Aid 0413 932 ... Read more
Find out more »Shetland Knitwear Demonstration
The beauties of Shetland knitwear and the skill of its creators Members of the Shetland Society will come to share and demonstrate how these marvellous pieces are created – traditional and modern designs including the fine lace with the Victoria University of Wellington Scottish Interest Group. Info: www.wellyscots.wordpress.com
Find out more »Kirkin o’ the Tartans
St. George's Presbyterian Church, 1475 Dundas Street, is hosting its annual Kirkin' o' the Tartan at 10:30 am. Wear your tartan if you like and enjoy Scottish fare after the service. Ample Parking. Info: 519 455-5760 or www.stgeorgespresbyterian.com
Find out more »National Piping Centre Adult Gatherings
Specially tailored for learners aged 18+ with themed workshops, practice time and small group lessons and more. Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk
Find out more »November 2018
Spotlight on Mary
Learn about the fate of Mary Queen of Scots' husband Lord Darnley. Experience Craigmillar Castle in a new light as the story of the infamous Craigmillar Bond is brought to life through illumination and projection. Listen in on the dark plot of 1566 and encounter key characters as you tour the castle and hear of ... Read more
Find out more »Scottish Tree Festival: Autumn Colours/Ardtornish Estate
This is a lovely time to visit the garden, burning bright in the autumnal sun. A procession of red, yellows and oranges heralds the approach of Autumn in the garden, with species of Enkianthus, Cotoneaster, Aronia, Cercidiphyllum and Oxydendrum providing spectacular autumn foliage and fruit colour; whilst Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis' and Eucryphia provide floral ... Read more
Find out more »Scottish Celtic Music Group
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected]
Find out more »The Perthshire Amber Festival
A variety of music events with Dougie Maclean and friends including; music sessions, a triple Cabaret Amber, a big Dougie concert at Perth Concert Hall, and a Farewell Concert/Event. Info: www.perthshireamber.com
Find out more »Annual Celtic Awards Dinner
Hosted by Celtic Council of Australia, honouring the Celtic community, supper and The Argyll Highland & Irish Dancers and piper at The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, 169-171 Castlereagh St. Info: www.celticcouncil.org.au
Find out more »Aberfeldy Festival
Community festival with film screenings, street entertainment, storytelling, workshops and fireworks alongside a bumper line-up of bands. Info: www.aberfeldyfestival.com
Find out more »52nd Annual Kingston Workshop Weekend and Ball
Scottish country dancing and Scottish music with workshop sand a Ball. Info: www.rscdskingston.org or contact Jim MacLachlan 613 382-8682.
Find out more »Ceilidh
St. Giles SCD Club presents an evening of fun, entertainment, Celtic band, piping, highland dancing, ceilidh dancing, cash bar and pub fare $20.00 at 2212-13th Street NW. Info: www.stgilesscottishcountrydance.club
Find out more »The Gaelic Society of Vancouver Cèilidh
Scottish language, music and dance at the Cultural Centre. Info: www.vancouvergaelic.com
Find out more »Scotland Tonight
The Sons of Scotland Pipe Band present their 17th annual 'Scotland Tonight' concert at the Shenkman Arts Centre in Orleans from 2 to 4:30 pm. The band is pleased to welcome famed comedian Johnny 'Bagpipes' Johnston back to the show, and he will be joined by the choirs of the Ottawa Catholic School Board choirs, ... Read more
Find out more »Upper Hutt Highland Gathering
Scottish Highland Gathering in the Park - bring your family for a fun-filled day of music, dance and activities. Including Highland Dancing, bagpipes, Scottish Swordfighting, Archery, Highland Cows, Clan tents and more at Harcourt Park, Akatarawa Rd. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/upper-hutt-highland-gathering/upper-hutt
Find out more »47th Annual Charleston Scottish Games & Highland Gathering
Celebrate Scotland at Boone Hall Plantation, 1235 Long Point Rd. Info: www.charlestonscots.org
Find out more »Central Coast Scottish Spectacular
This Scottish Highland Gathering will be held at The Entertainment Grounds and will feature the NSW Pipe Band Championships, and the Central Coast Scottish National Dancing Titles. Info: www.scottishspectacular.com
Find out more »Piobaireachd Group Queensland Recital Day
Piping event at Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.
Find out more »Scottish Fiddle Club Fiddle Club Night
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Find out more »Beechworth Celtic Festival
Bands will play at various locations across the weekend with the Old Gaol Tattoo within the walls of the Old Beechworth Gaol. Info: www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au
Find out more »Concert of Remembrance
Organised by the Royal British Legion Scotland in partnership with City of Edinburgh, to say thank you through music and song, to those who served, sacrificed and changed our world during the First World War. Narrated by Rose McBain and featuring Isla St Clair, The Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, The Band of ... Read more
Find out more »Wallace Award Dinner for Heritage, Arts & Culture
Presented by the American-Scottish Foundation at the University Club, celebrate the work of the Foundation, honorees and Scottish American heritage in true Scottish style. Info: 212 605 0338 or www.americanscottishfoundation.com
Find out more »8th Annual Hororata Highland Games
A brilliant day of Scottish celebration at New Zealand's largest Scottish event with pipe bands, athletics, Scottish dance, Clan lane and more at Hororata Domain. Info: Cindy Driscoll 021 366 606 or www.hororatahighlandgames.org.nz
Find out more »Celtic Music Festival and Scottish Highland Games 2018
Celtic music festival & Scottish Highland Games at the Harrison County Fairgrounds, 15321 County Farm Rd. Info: www.mshighlandsandislands.org
Find out more »Hornby Tattoo
A Celtic Tattoo celebrating Armistice Day at the "Castle" upstairs at the Hornby Club, 17 Carmen Road, Hornby. Info: www.facebook.com/Hornby-Tattoo-2018-1648046535271709/
Find out more »Ceilidh in the Forest [RSCDS]
Sydney Scottish Country Dance Society invites you to an evening of fun social dancing, accompanied by the magical music of Iain Mackenzie on accordion. Come along, bring a drink, enjoy the music and join the dance, no experience or Scottish heritage required. At Forestville Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Starkey St Info: www.trybooking.com/WTAO or [email protected]
Find out more »69th Annual Tartan Ball
Come experience all the Scottish pageantry and tradition of this grand ball in the Ballroom of the Willard Hotel, hosted by the St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC. Info: www.tartanball.org
Find out more »22nd Annual Clover Highland Games
A celebration of the traditions brought here by the original Scottish and Irish Colonists. Info: www.cloverhighlandgames.com
Find out more »Glasgow’s Whisky Festival
Glasgow's festival of the national tipple returns for a 10th year, with more than 60 stands featuring whisky, gin, rum, other spirits and whisky at Hampden Park. Info: www.glasgowswhiskyfestival.com
Find out more »Vancouver Royal Scottish Country Dance Branch Christmas Ceilidh
The Vancouver Branch dancers invite you to join them for a fun evening of easy dancing and entertainment. Come and dance with us and join in the Ceilidh if you would like to share your talents, everyone welcome. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org
Find out more »Saint Andrew’s Society of the State of New York 262nd Annual Banquet
Celebrate St Andrew's Day at The University Club, One West 54th St. Info: www.standrewsny.org
Find out more »Scots Fiddle Festival
One of the most prestigious and nourishing events on the fiddle music calendar. Info: www.scotsfiddlefestival.com
Find out more »Auckland Highland Games & Gathering
A range of activities from traditional and contemporary Scottish culture at Ellerslie Event Centre, 80 Ascot Ave, Remuera. Info: www.aucklandhighlandgames.wordpress.com
Find out more »Dunedin Celtic Music & Craft Beer Festival
Presented by the Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation is an annual event centered around traditional and contemporary Celtic music and both local and national craft beer at Dunedin's Highlander Park. Info: www.dunedincelticmusicfestival.com
Find out more »2018 Annual Church Parade
Presented by the St Andrews Society of Toronto. The service commences at 10:30am at the historic Glenview Presbyterian Church. Info: www.standrews-society.ca
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Society of Central Florida St. Andrew’s Dinner
St. Andrew's Society celebration with Scottish food and entertainment throughout the evening at University Club of Winter Park, 841 N Park Ave. Info: www.standrewscfl.com
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Day Dinner
An evening of Scottish celebration with the Saint Andrew's Society Los Angeles at Spumante Restaurant, 11049 Magnolia Blvd. Info: www.saintandrewsla.org
Find out more »Neil Oliver: The Story of the British Isles in 100 Places
Neil Oliver talks about the incredible places he's seen across the UK and his unique view of British history at Theatre Royal, 282 Hope St. Info: www.atgtickets.com/venues/theatre-royal-glasgow/
Find out more »St Andrews Society of Toronto Charity Ball
Experience a glamorous taste of Scotland and a tremendous opportunity to experience Scottish hospitality and revel in Scotland’s rich history and traditions at Fairmont Royal York Hotel 100 Front Street West. Info: [email protected] or www.standrews-society.ca
Find out more »Shiftin’ Bobbins’ St Andrew’s Celebration Dance
Scotch Mist will play for the 5th Annual Shiftin’ Bobbins celebration of Scotland’s Bard at Grace Church-On-The-Hill, 300 Lonsdale Rd. Info: www.shiftinbobbins.webs.com
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Annual Dinner and Gala
St Andrew's Society of Ottawa Annual Dinner and Gala will be held at the Britannia Yacht Club, 2717 Cassels St. The Haggis will be formally addressed. During dinner there will be a Pipe Band and a Highland Dance display. Alan James will be Master of Ceremonies The evening will conclude with Ceilidh and Scottish Country ... Read more
Find out more »Modern Piping comes to Sydney
The New South Wales Pipe Band Association is proud to present Lincoln Hilton. Modern Piping a movement geared towards pushing the boundaries of pipes at Pennant Hills Bowling Club. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »135th Annual St Andrew’s Ball
135 years and going strong! Join the St. Andrew's Society of Calgary for their annual ball featuring the music of Scot Band and Bill Ewan from Scotland. Ticket prices include a full buffet dinner, entertainment and dance. Info: [email protected] or www.standrewcaledonian.ca
Find out more »St Andrew’s Day Highland Dancing Championships, Competition and Titles
Highland dancing events and competitions at Salo Centre, St Ursula's College, Rome St. Info: 07 4637 0047.
Find out more »St Andrew’s Dinner Dance
Celebrating our Patron Saint at Atholl Palace. A superb night of traditional dance, featuring the famous Michael Philip Scottish dance band. Info: www.athollpalace.com
Find out more »St Andrew’s Ceilidh
Come and celebrate St Andrew's Day with the Arafura Scottish Country Dancers. Enjoy the fun of great Ceilidh dancing—beginners welcome. Be entertained by the Darwin & Districts Pipes & Drums with toe tapping music from Murphy and Friends Folk Band. Delight in the variety of traditional Scottish fare. Listen in awe to Robbie Burns’ traditional ... Read more
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Night
Toowoomba Caledonian Society & Pipe Band is celebrating St. Andrew's Night starting at 7pm in the Drayton Hall, Brisbane St. Come along & enjoy a night of Scottish entertainment. Learn all the favourite dances (All called). Cost of the evening is $10pp Adults, School-aged children over 13 $5.00 & under 13 free & please bring ... Read more
Find out more »Modern Piping comes to Newcastle
The New South Wales Pipe Band Association is proud to present Lincoln Hilton. Modern Piping a movement geared towards pushing the boundaries of pipes at Mex Club, Mayfield. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Day Celebration
Celebrate with the St. Andrew's Society of the Adirondacks at a informal gathering and lunch at Harvey's Pub, 14 Phila St. Info: www.adkscot.org
Find out more »Kirkin o’ Tartan
Join the Canterbury Scottish Heritage Council in the St Andrews Chapel, St Andrews College, 347 Papanui Road, . Join the Scottish Heritage Council in this annual event which will, for the first time, be held in the rebuilt college chapel. Info: www.scottishsocietyofnz.com/canterbury-scottish-heritage-council.html
Find out more »Queensland Highland Pipers Society Social & Jack McCandlish Memorial Contest
At the Walrus Bar, Regatta Hotel. Info: 07 3397 4512.
Find out more »Café Ceilidh: St. Andrew’s Day Celebration
Afternoon of music with the Scots Music Group at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High St. Info: www.scottishstorytellingcentre.com
Find out more »Fort Langley St. Andrew’s Dance
The Fort Langley Voyageurs will hold their St. Andrew’s Dance in the historic Fort Langley Hall. There will be dances for everyone – beginners to advanced. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org/dancing-in-vancouver/clubs/fort-langley/
Find out more »The St. Andrew’s Luncheon
Join the St Andrew’s Society of Montreal, listen to bagpipes, eat haggis and have a great meal, all at a very affordable price. 2018 "Guest of Humour” George Bowser at Hotel Le Cantlie, 1110 Sherbrooke St. West. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca
Find out more »Community Ceilidh
Celebrate St Andrews Day! Bring your friends and family for a night of joyful dancing to Brisbane's premiere Scottish ceilidh band at Red Hill Community Sports Club, 22 Fulcher Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/CeilidhClan
Find out more »Ceilidh Club
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Happy St. Andrew’s Day
Saint Andrew's Day is Scotland's official national day. Celebrate St Andrew's Day (or in Scottish Gaelic 'Là Naomh Anndrais'), Scotland's patron saint!
Find out more »Happy St Andrew’s Day
Saint Andrew's Day is Scotland's official national day. Celebrate St Andrew's Day (or in Scottish Gaelic 'Là Naomh Anndrais'), Scotland's patron saint!
Find out more »Happy St Andrew’s Day
Saint Andrew's Day is Scotland's official national day. Celebrate St Andrew's Day (or in Scottish Gaelic 'Là Naomh Anndrais'), Scotland's patron saint!
Find out more »Happy St Andrew’s Day
Saint Andrew's Day is Scotland's official national day. Celebrate St Andrew's Day (or in Scottish Gaelic 'Là Naomh Anndrais'), Scotland's patron saint!
Find out more »Happy St Andrew’s Day
Saint Andrew's Day is Scotland's official national day. Celebrate St Andrew's Day (or in Scottish Gaelic 'Là Naomh Anndrais'), Scotland's patron saint!
Find out more »St Andrews Scottish Evening
Celebrate St Andrews Day with live pipes, food and fun at the Fox & Hounds Country Inn, 7 Elevation Dr. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Ball
Join the St Andrew’s Society of Montreal at the 2018 St. Andrew's Ball for an evening of dining, dancing and pageantry celebrating one hundred and eighty-three years of Scottish heritage in Montreal at The Marriott Château Champlain Hotel. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Dinner
The Scottish St. Andrew Society of Greater St. Louis is hosting its annual St. Andrew’s Dinner at the Kingshighway Racquet Club. Scottish musical entertainment, raffles, and speeches on Scottish heritage and culture in the 21st century. Info: www.stlstandrews.com
Find out more »Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia 2018 St Andrew’s Day Ball
This year's ball, as well as celebrating St Andrew's Day, celebrates the 80th anniversary of the St Andrew Society of Western Australia, which was formed with the express purpose of celebrating St Andrew's Day back in 1938. The 2018 ball will be held in the Grand River Ballroom at the Pan Pacific Hotel at 207 ... Read more
Find out more »Society of St. Andrew of Scotland (Qld) 71st Annual Men’s Dinner
Celebrate the Patron Saint of Scotland with bagpipes, song, haggis and more at Pullman Hotel, King George Square. Info: www.standrewsociety.com
Find out more »48th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend & Parade
The Campagna Center presents the 48th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend & Parade. Thousands will join for a full lineup of festivities that will celebrate the rich Scottish heritage of Old Town Alexandria. Info: www.campagnacenter.org/scottishwalkweekend
Find out more »Karen Matheson Live
Widely recognised as the haunting vocals of Celtic supergroup Capercaillie, Karen has been called the finest Gaelic singer alive today and honoured with many awards at Universal Hall Arts Centre. Info: www.karenmatheson.com
Find out more »St Andrew’s Night Social
Celebrate St Andrew's night with the Bydand Scottish Country Dance Class, enjoying a program of tartan and placename Scottish Dances at St Margaret's Church Hall, cnr Port Road and Woodville Rd. Info: www.rscdsadelaide.org.au
Find out more »St Andrew’s Day Celebration
Dougall Mackay will be onsite to mark St Andrews Day complete with bagpipes to bring life to Dunedin’s Scottish heritage as he pipes his way through Toitū OSM – Galleries. Info: 03 477 5052 or [email protected]
Find out more »December 2018
Daylesford Highland Gathering
Enjoy a wee bit of Scotland, the event includes a Street March, then a full days drumming, piping and dancing at the picturesque Victoria Park. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.com
Find out more »Christchurch Casino Highland Day
Annual Highland Day Contest run by the Canterbury Caledonian Society Grade One Pipe Band commences at 11am. To be held in the grounds of the Ilam Homestead. Info: Secretary Kim Robertson [email protected]
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Dinner Gala
All proceeds benefit the Scots' Charitable Society scholarship fund at the Holiday Inn. Info: Alan McCall 857 919 1583 or [email protected]
Find out more »RSCDS Toronto Family Christmas Dance
Scottish country dance event with music by Don Bartlett & The Scottish Heirs at Crescent School, Bayview Ave. Info: www.dancescottish.ca
Find out more »Shetland Society of Wellington Christmas Party
At Pipe Band Hall, Newtown, 12.30pm. Info: www.shetlandwellington.org.nz
Find out more »Piobaireachd Group Queensland Social
Piping event at Ipswich Thistle Pipe Band Hall, Cnr Lion & Moffatt Sts. Info: 07 3397 4512.
Find out more »Scottish Celtic Music Group
Monthly on the first Friday at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. All instruments welcome to read through favourite Scottish tunes and dance sets. Info: John Hawthorn: [email protected]
Find out more »A Celtic Christmas
A festive holiday chorale with Celtic music and dance. Orchard City Community Chorus in Concert with: Santa Clara County Sheriff Pipes and Drums San Jose School of Highland Dancing Soloists and more at Campbell United Methodist Church, 1675 Winchester Blvd. Info: www.orchardcitychorus.org
Find out more »Jenny Mair Highland Square Day
Upwards of 20 highland pipe bands and scores of contestant solo bagpipers, solo drummers and highland dancers will converge on The Square. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Celtic Christmas Concert
A free Christmas concert featuring the traditional Celtic sounds of “Keltic Knot” benefiting Grace Place Children's Home at Temple Baptist Church, 431 S. Olive St. Info: [email protected] or (417) 242-1332.
Find out more »Glasgow Phoenix Choir: Celebrate Christmas
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing a concert in the Freemasons' Hall in Edinburgh for one of their most enjoyable concerts of the year. Info: www.phoenixchoir.org
Find out more »The 55th Annual Gleneagles Ball
Dance to the music of the Vancouver Fiddle Orchestra in the beautiful Ballroom of the historic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before dancing and a decadent dessert buffet afterwards. Info: https://rscdsgleneagles.org/2018gleneaglesball
Find out more »A Celtic Christmas: Eric Rigler & Dirk Freymuth
The "World's Most Recorded Piper" Eric Rigler (Outlander, Braveheart) and guitarist Dirk Freymuth team-up to create a soundscape of Celtic spirit and energy. Featuring Eric on Irish uilleann pipes, Scottish small-pipes & whistles and Dirk on acoustic guitars at Soka Performing Arts Center. Info: 949 480-4ART (4278 or [email protected]
Find out more »Glenview Christmas Dance
Have you ever wondered how Santa stays fit enough to do his job? He Scottish dances of course. Come get into the holiday spirit dancing to the music of The Scottish Heirs Duo at Glenview Presbyterian Church, 1 Glenview Ave. Info: www.glenviewscdg.org
Find out more »Scottish Fiddle Club Fiddle Club Night
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM at St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Find out more »Glasgow Phoenix Choir: Celebrate Christmas
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing a concert in the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall for one of their most enjoyable concerts of the year. Info: www.phoenixchoir.org
Find out more »Pipes of Christmas
20th Anniversary of NYC's favorite Celtic Christmas concert.From the bold sounds of the bagpipes and the harmonious blending of brass, strings and percussion, to the poetic and lyrical words that complement them, the Pipes of Christmas is a festival for the soul at Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church, 921 Madison Ave. at 73rd St. Info: www.pipesofchristmas.com
Find out more »Celtic Christmas Crafts & Traditions Workshop
Learn about Christmas traditions in the Celtic countries. Write a Christmas greeting in your medieval or modern Celtic language of choice. Hosted by Australian School of Celtic Learning at Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts 280 Pitt t. Info: www.celticlearningcomau.wordpress.com
Find out more »Khancoban Carols Pipes and Drums
Presented by Tumbarumba Pipe Band and Khancoban Alpine Inn. A free evening of Celtic and Christmas music, including pipes culminating in Massed Pipe Band performances throughout the evening. Info: Joanne Lorimar 0417 219 743.
Find out more »The Pipes of Christmas
20th Anniversary of NYC's favorite Celtic Christmas concert. From the bold sounds of the bagpipes and the harmonious blending of brass, strings and percussion, to the poetic and lyrical words that complement them, the Pipes of Christmas is a festival for the soul at Central Presbyterian Church, 70 Maple St. Info: www.pipesofchristmas.com
Find out more »A Celtic Christmas
Scottish rockers Claymore are bringing together some of their musical mates for a special evening of entertainment with fantastic special guests Colin Lillie, Saoirse, the Hawthorn City Pipe Band and the Glenbrae Celtic Dancers at The Thornbury Theatre, 859 High St. Info: 03 9484 9831 or [email protected]
Find out more »Happy Christmas
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Find out more »Happy Christmas
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Find out more »Happy Christmas
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Find out more »Happy Christmas
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Find out more »Happy Christmas
Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!
Find out more »RSCDS NZ Branch Summer School Nelson 2018/19
The RSCDS New Zealand Branch Inc. extends a warm invitation for all Scottish country dancers to attend the Summer School. Info: www.dancescottish.org.nz
Find out more »Ceilidh Club
St Davids in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd. All are welcome to play, dance, or even call ceilidh dances and certainly just to watch. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
A unique brand of 'bag rock' (that's bagpipes plus rock, if you were wondering) with stirring tunes and energetic performances. Expect everything from 'Flower of Scotland' to Coldplay's 'Clocks', via AC/DC and Deep Purple at Ayr Town Hall. Info: www.redhotchillipipers.co.uk
Find out more »Edinburgh’s Hogmanay 2019
Edinburgh's Hogmanay is one of the world's greatest New Year celebrations. Three days of spectacular events, as Scotland shows the world how to celebrate. Info: www.edinburghshogmanay.com
Find out more »Happy Hogmanay
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2019!
Find out more »Happy Hogmanay
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2019!
Find out more »Happy Hogmanay
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2019!
Find out more »Happy Hogmanay
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2019!
Find out more »Happy Hogmanay
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2019!
Find out more »Hogmanay Hoolie
Celebrate the beginning of 2019 with a seven-course banquet, dancing until 5am and a champagne reception with a view of the Edinburgh Castle fireworks for the bells at Ghillie Dhu, 2 Rutland Place. Info: www.ghillie-dhu.co.uk
Find out more »Stonehaven Fireballs Ceremony
Welcome in the new year with friends and family watching as a troupe of revellers parade up the High Street swinging balls of fire around their heads which create patterns in the air and light up the dark skies: and for which the finale is looping the fireballs into the Harbour. This is followed by ... Read more
Find out more »Hogmanay at Atholl Palace
Celebrate Hogmanay at Atholl Palace enjoying the Highland setting, the blazing log fires, the delightfully relaxing surroundings, the many years of experience on hand and that special atmosphere for the big night. With Hjaltibohoga, Ceilidh dancing and from Buck’s Fizz Brunch and Mulled Wine, you will create memories to last a lifetime this Hogmanay at ... Read more
Find out more »Glenview Hogmanay Dance and Ceilidh
Start 2019 off on the right foot, join your friends for an evening of dancing to Scotch Mist. Bring and share refreshments at the end of dancing prior to midnight at Glenview Presbyterian Church, 1 Glenview Ave. Info: www.glenviewscdg.org
Find out more »January 2019
Waipu Highland Games
The first Highland Games to take place each year in the world, bagpipes, Scottish dance, Clans, tartan and more. Info: www.waipugames.co.nz
Find out more »The Maryborough Highland Gathering
Start the year off Scottish at Australia's oldest continuous running sporting event with pipe bands, Scottish dance, stalls and more at Princes Park. Info: 03 5461 1480 or www.highlandsociety.com.au
Find out more »RNZPBA Summer School
The largest Summer School in the Southern Hemisphere offers Jack Lee and Reid Maxwell from world-famous Simon Fraser University Pipe Band (Canada); fantastic tutors from New Zealand and additional international tutors at St Andrew’s College, Papanui Rd. Info: [email protected] or www.nzpipebands.org.nz/education/summer-school
Find out more »Central Florida Scottish Highland Games
Experience traditional highland athletics, dance, art, music, culture, food and a Gaelic spirit. Presented by The Scottish-American Society of Central Florida at Central Winds Park. Info: www.flascot.com
Find out more »Gala Burns Supper & Ceilidh
Celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns, Scotland's national bard with The Scottish Society of Ottawa. An evening of revelry, haggis & whisky at Shaw Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr. Info: Sherry Sharpe at [email protected] or 613-762-4134.
Find out more »Scotland’s Trade Fair Spring
Scotland's biggest trade show for the gift, homewares, jewellery, fashion accessories, craft and textiles market at the SEC. Trade only event. Info: www.scotlandstradefairs.co.uk
Find out more »Scotland’s Trade Fair Spring
Scotland's biggest trade show for the gift, homewares, jewellery, fashion accessories, craft and textiles market at the SEC. Trade only event. Info: www.scotlandstradefairs.co.uk
Find out more »Burns Supper
Includes the Address the Haggis, 3 course dinner, music and more at the Fox & Hounds Country Inn, 7 Elevation Dr. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
Find out more »Turakina Highland Games
Celebrating everything Scottish with Highland & National dancing, the New Zealand Open Solo Piping Championships, pipe bands and traditional Scottish field events. Many Clans are represented and members are happy to help you research your Celtic heritage at Turakina Domain, Cameron Rd. Info: 027 6656 238 or www.turakinahighlandgames.co.nz
Find out more »Burns Supper
Come celebrate the birth of Robert Burns with the Scottish Society of Charleston. A night of good food, good drink, and good fellowship at Daniel Island Club, 600 Island Park Dr. Info: www.charlestonscots.org
Find out more »Burns Supper & Dance
Join the Cobourg Highland Games Society and be entertained by the Lindsay Rose Highland Dancers, The Cobourg Legion (Police) Pipe Band and Madman's Window Celtic Band. Get your dancing shoes on, and join us for some traditional Scottish dancing, and let's have a Ceilidh. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca
Find out more »February 2019
Paeroa Highland Games & Tattoo
A fully-fledged Highland Games, one of only seven such Scottish gatherings in New Zealand, and the only one in New Zealand to hold an evening Tattoo at the Paeroa Domain. Info: www.paeroahighlandgames.co.nz
Find out more »Six Nations: Scotland Vs Ireland
Scotland take on Ireland in the Six Nations at Murrayfield Stadium. Info: www.scottishrugby.org
Find out more »Richmond Highland Gathering
St Andrew Society of Hobart will again be holding its annual Highland Gathering on the Village Green, with Pipe Band displays from across Tasmania, Scottish dancing and stalls. Info: Di Cornish 0408 528 658 or [email protected]
Find out more »RSCDS Winter School
Held in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, the RSCDS Winter School, has Scottish country dance classes held at different venues around Pitlochry. Classes are held every morning and there are optional classes in the afternoon — a full day of dancing if your feet are up for it! Info: www.rscds.org
Find out more »March 2019
Liverpool Plains Military Tattoo
The event aims to showcase military bands in both a competition and exhibition format, and pays homage to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Longfield Oval Sporting Precinct, Henry St. Info: [email protected] or www.liverpoolplainsmilitarytattoo.com.au
Find out more »Scots Day Out
Scots Day Out will be a day filled with fun, tartan, Scottish entertainment and events and it’s free, at Rosalind Park. Info: www.scotsdayout.com
Find out more »Winnipeg Scottish Festival
Piping events and more. Info: www.winnipegscottishfestival.com
Find out more »Madison Scottish Country Dancers Ball Weekend
Madison Scottish Country Dancers are thrilled to welcome A Parcel of Rogues back to the shores of Loch Mendota at the University of Wisconsin Memorial Union's newly renovated Great Hall their 41st Scottish country dance ball. Info: www.madisonscottishcountrydancers.org
Find out more »Celtic Piping Club Session
Piping session, 3pm - 5:30pm, upstairs at The Last Jar - 616 Elizabeth Street (cnr Queensberry St). Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Ringwood Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Melbourne's only Highland Games with pipe bands, Scottish dancers, dogs, Clan and Scottish stalls at J.W.Manson Reserve, Selkirk Ave. Info: www.ringwoodhighlandgames.org.au or www.facebook.com/ringwoodvictoriaaustralia
Find out more »April 2019
Brigadoon-The Bundanoon Highland Gathering
Australia's largest Scottish event with pipe bands, Clan village, Scottish dancing, music, heavy events, stalls and more-a great day for the entire family in the beautiful Southern Highlands. Info: 02 4883 7471 or www.brigadoon.org.au
Find out more »May 2019
Australian Celtic Festival
Celebrating Celtic culture amongst the Australian Standing Stones with Celtic music, vendors, entertainment and ceremony. 2019 is the Year of Scotland. Info: www.australiancelticfestival.com
Find out more »Celtic Piping Club Session
Piping session, 3pm - 5:30pm, upstairs at The Last Jar - 616 Elizabeth Street (cnr Queensberry St). Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Robert Burns Festival
The festival celebrates Camperdown’s unique link to Robert Burns and features a mix of international and local musicians, as well as a Burns lecture series each year. Info: 03 5593 7100 or www.camperdownburnsfestival.com.au
Find out more »Bonnie Wingham Scottish Festival
Presented by Manning Valley Historical Society a week long program of Scottish themed events including a Scottish concert, Genealogy Fair, Highland Games, Ceilidh and more. Info: John 02 6556 9057 or www.bonnie-wingham-scottish-festival.manninghistorical.org
Find out more »June 2019
National Clan Sinclair Canada Gathering
Clan Sinclair Members from around the world will be arriving in Winnipeg to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the founding of the Clan Sinclair Association of Canada with events, talks and more .Info: George Sinclair 705 756-8889, [email protected] or www.clansinclair.ca
Find out more »Kingsville Highland Games
The Kingsville Highland Games will once again grace the north shores of Lake Erie in a celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture. Beautiful Lakeside Park provides the backdrop for the skirl of the bagpipes, the triumphant roars of the caber tossers and the energetic highland dancers. Info: 519-733-2305.
Find out more »July 2019
44th Australian Scottish Country Dance Winter School
The Melbourne & District Branch extends a warm invitation to all dancers to meet at University College, College Drive, University of Melbourne, for a fun filled week of Scottish Country Dancing with great teachers and musicians. Info: www.melbourne2019ws.com
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