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November 2021
Castle of Light: Hidden Treasures
This winter, discover a show of legend, light, mystery & magic at the iconic Edinburgh Castle. Info: www.edinburghcastle.scot/whats-on/castle-of-light-hidden-treasures
Find out more »Edinburgh’s Christmas
Celebrating the festive season in Scotland's capital. Info: www.edinburghschristmas.com
Find out more »December 2021
The Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend
Scottish Walk Weekend includes Friday, December 3: Taste of Scotland and Saturday, December 4: Scottish Christmas Walk at the Campagna Center. Info: (703) 549 0111 or www.campagnacenter.org/scottishwalkweekend
Find out more »Daylesford Highland Gathering
Cancelled for 2021 and back on the 1st Saturday in December, 2022. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.com
Find out more »Victoria Square Day Highland Day
Due to COVID-19 Alert Level restrictions, this event has been cancelled. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Scottish North American Community Conference
The Conference, now in its 19th year, is presented annually by founding partners, The American-Scottish Foundation and CHICAGO SCOTS in association with St. Andrew's Society of Detroit, Council of Scottish Clans & Associations (COSCA), Clans And Scottish Societies of Canada (CASSOC), the Toronto, Ontario-based Scottish Studies Foundation and the University of Guelph. The Conference is an opportunity for those in the Scottish North American ... Read more
Find out more »The Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh
A ceilidh is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month - except January - in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall from 8.00pm - 12.00am. We are a very family oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages. All welcome.Info: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
Find out more »The Jenny Mair Highland Square Day
The Manawatu Scottish Society regret to advise that due to the uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Jenny Mair Square Day 2021 has been cancelled. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Fern & Thistle
The Wairarapa Fern and Thistle Pipe Band will join with the Wellington City Pipe Band to bring the joy of the Scottish Highlands to the region through the iconic sound of the bagpipes. A two-hour music feast for lovers of bagpipe music and those who enjoy the tingling sensation generated from bagpipes at Carterton Events ... Read more
Find out more »Scottish Christmas Celebration
The American-Scottish Foundation® and The Burns Society of the City of New York invite members and friends to the Annual Scottish Christmas Celebration on Tuesday December 14. The event will take place at Union Club - 101 East 69th Street, New York City - from 6 to 8pm.Come celebrate the holidays with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, ... Read more
Find out more »Claymore Live @ The Mission to Seafarers – It’s a Celtic Christmas!
Join Australia's premier Celtic folk rock band," Claymore", for a night of great Scottish music, dance, fun and laughter at 717 Flinders St., Docklands. Info: www.facebook.com/ClaymoreMusic
Find out more »The Gaelic Society of Toronto Ceilidh
A Ceilidh is all about community and coming together! If you have a story, a song, or an instrument you play, we invite you to contribute – skill level is not the important thing at a Ceilidh, so simply join and tell, sing or play! Most of all, we invite you to contribute with your ... Read more
Find out more »The Pipes of Christmas
2021 marks the 23rd year of The Pipes of Christmas, NYC's favorite Celtic Christmas concert . By popular demand, their 'Festival of Advent' program returns online Sundays during Advent. Info: www.pipesofchristmas.com
Find out more »The Pipes of Christmas
2021 marks the 23rd year of The Pipes of Christmas, Celtic Christmas concert at Central Presbyterian Church. Info: www.pipesofchristmas.com
Find out more »Happy Christmas
Wishing all our readers, advertisers and friends a very happy and peaceful Christmas!
Find out more »RSCDS New Zealand Christchurch Summer School 2021/22
The committee have made the decision to cancel the Christchurch Summer School. Info: www.dancescottish.org.nz
Find out more »Edinburgh’s Hogmanay
Hogmanay is the Scottish word for the last day of the year or New Year’s Eve and is generally regarded as the most important Scottish holiday. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festival dates back to 1993 and has evolved to become one of the greatest outdoor celebrations of New Year’s Eve in the world. Given the ongoing pandemic, a decision has ... Read more
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Hogmanay Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »Happy Hogmanay
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2022!
Find out more »Helen McGregor Memorial Medley
This event has been cancelled. Info: www.facebook.com/Waipuhiglandgames
Find out more »Scottish American Society – Hogmanay Ceilidh with Celtic Conundrum
Music will be provided by Celtic Conundrum, but bring your dancing shoes, you will need them. Scottish New Year's Traditions will be to the fore as we ring out the old and ring in the new at Scottish Cultural Center, 917 Louden Ave. Info: www.sas-dunedin.org
Find out more »Hogman-eh! ’21 – Reconnect & Rejoice
This year, at Hogman-eh!, our tenth annual Hogmanay celebration, we celebrate in-person and virtually. Ceud mìle fàilte! That is gaelic for one hundred thousand welcomes. More than just a greeting, this phrase is a symbol, to tell you that whoever you are, or wherever you are from, we will welcome you. Throughout the pandemic, an ... Read more
Find out more »January 2022
150th Waipu Highland Games
Sadly Waipu HG have had to make the decision to cancel the 2022 Waipu Highland Games. Info: www.waipuhighlandgames.co.nz
Find out more »Maryborough Highland Gathering
The Board of the Maryborough Highland Society has cancelled the 2022 Highland Gathering for the 2nd year in a row. Info: www.facebook.com/HighlandSociety
Find out more »Florida Keys Celtic Festival
The Florida Keys Celtic Festival features family-friendly Celtic rock and Traditional music, Irish & Scottish Dancing, Sheep-dog herding, Pipes and Drums, a Children’s Glen with games, face painting and fun activities, and fabulous Celtic (and Keys) foods and crafts vendors. Highland Athletics, the original Strongman sport, features a sanctioned Woman’s Highland Athletics Competition and Men’s ... Read more
Find out more »Winter Storm
Cancelled due to Covid restrictions. Winter Storm is looking forward to welcoming everyone back to Kansas City in 2023, January 12-15. Info: www.mhaf.org
Find out more »11th Big Burns Supper
Big Burns Supper is the largest community platform in the South of Scotland, with over 250 events each year, and the biggest contemporary Burns Festival in the world. Info: www.bigburnssupper.com
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Central Florida Scottish Highland Games
Presenting a taste of Scotland & celebrating Scottish heritage at Central Winds Park. Info: www.flascot.com
Find out more »A Celebration of Robbie Burns
Join us for our annual celebration of Scotland’s National Bard, Robbie Burns! Fiddler Rosie Carver with Celtic band Blackthorn and a special guest piper feature the musical traditions of Scotland with a special focus on Burns’ songs and poems at Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Ave. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-robbie-burns-tickets-168324809035
Find out more »Burns Supper
Celebrate the Bard with the newly-founded Siren City Pipe Band as it presents a fundraiser to help build the band and its impact on the community at Norfolk's Lake Wright Hotel. Info: www.sirencitypipeband.com
Find out more »Celtic Connections
The UK's premiere celebration of roots music, will return in full force for 2022 with an exciting and eclectic programme of events. Info: www.celticconnections.com
Find out more »The 27th Annual Burns Night Gala Celebration
Celebrate Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns.Hosted by the American Scottish Foundation and University Club, New York. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.com
Find out more »The Gaelic Society of Toronto Ceilidh
A Ceilidh is all about community and coming together! If you have a story, a song, or an instrument you play, we invite you to contribute – skill level is not the important thing at a Ceilidh, so simply join and tell, sing or play! Most of all, we invite you to contribute with your ... Read more
Find out more »Rabbie Burns Dinner
Join the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto at the University Club of Toronto. The event follows the time-honoured format with the Address to a Haggis, The Immortal Memory and Toasts to the Lassies and Laddies. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
Find out more »Burns Supper
A traditional Scottish meal with all the trimmings – wonderful music – entertainment – and more. It’s a great way to introduce your family and friends to Scottish culture and enjoy the camaraderie of the local dance community. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org
Find out more »Burns Supper
Celebrate Robert Burns with the Calgary Burns Club at The Westin Hotel. Info: www.calgaryburnsclub.com
Find out more »Scotfest Burns Night 2022
Join Scotfest as we celebrate Scotland's prodigal son, poet laureate and philosopher, Robert Burns. Fantastic food, Single Malts, drinks, poetry and lots of frivolity and fun at Stoney Creek Hotel Tulsa. Info: www.facebook.com/OKSCOTFEST
Find out more »The Jersey Devil Pipe Band Burns Supper
Come out for an evening filled with traditional Scottish music, poetry, and fine Celtic cuisine. Entertainment for the evening will include performances from The Jersey Devil Pipe Band, The Nae Breeks Pipe Band, several notable solo pipers, a proper presentation and address to the Haggis, and will be capped off with a collective Massed Bands ... Read more
Find out more »Toowoomba Caledonian Society and Pipe Band Burns Supper
Celebrate the birth and life of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns at The Oaks Hotel with a wonderful meal, displays of bagpipes, Highland dancing. Info: www.tcpb.com.au
Find out more »Burns&Beyond
Edinburgh’s flagship Burns festival Burns&Beyond returns for its fourth edition, sending messages of Luve, Hope and Kindness. Burns&Beyond celebrates the life and legacy of Robert Burns with an outstanding programme of traditional and contemporary art and culture, from across Scotland and beyond. This year’s event welcomes the return of live events with spectacular music, poetry, comedy and whisky, along with the Scottish premier ... Read more
Find out more »Scotland’s Trade Fair Spring
Trade only event for to source a wide range of Scottish products for retailers at SECC Glasgow. Info: www.scotlandstradefairs.com
Find out more »Burns Birthday Bash
Celebrate Robert Burns with The Robert Burns Scottish Festival at Camperdown Botanic Gardens. Info: 0407 056 126 or www.camperdownburnsfestival.com.au
Find out more »Burns Supper
Burns Supper with Address to the Haggis, music, 3 course dinner $59pp or reduced Table D’Hote at Fox & Hounds Country Inn. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
Find out more »Up-Helly-A’
The Lerwick Up-Helly-A’ festival has been postponed for a second year and will return Tuesday, 31st January 2023. Info: www.uphellyaa.org
Find out more »Happy Burns Night
Celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Scottish poet Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet's friends, five years after his death.
Find out more »The St Andrew Society of Western Australia Burns Supper
Celebrate the Bard, Robert Burns, at the Pan Pacific Hotel. Tickets: www.saintandrew.org.au/category/events
Find out more »A Right Big Scottish Night-Burns Night with Mary Kiani
Mary Kiani invites you to Celebrate Robert Burns and all things Scottish. Now in its 12th year, Mary Kiani’s Burns supper’ is a fine gathering at Paddington RSL Oxford St Paddington. Doors at 6pm to 1am. Full live band playing ‘Texas’ Simple minds’ Aztec Camera ‘Runrig’ and many more tunes from Scottish artists. 3 course ... Read more
Find out more »Burns Statue Celebration
Everyone is welcome to celebrate of the birthday of Scotland’s national bard. There will be piping, haggis, neeps, tatties, singing, and good cheer at the Robert Burns Statue (Allan Gardens -Sherbourne and Carlton). Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
Find out more »158th Turakina Highland Games
Due to New Zealand moving to the traffic light system and Turakina residing in a red zone we have had to take the tough decision to cancel the Turakina Highland Games for 2022. Info: www.turakinahighlandgames.co.nz
Find out more »Ipswich Burns Night & Trivia 2022
The City of Ipswich Pipe Band is excited to host you for our annual Burns Night event, celebrating the life of Robbie Burns.Enjoy a performance by the City of Ipswich Pipe Band, before sampling a traditional Scottish delicacies of Haggis, Neeps and Tatties while being entertained by the enthralling Address to the Haggis by a ... Read more
Find out more »Hunter Valley Burns Night
Celebrate the Bard with the Hunter Valley Scots, with Scottish food, music and friendship at Club Macquarie, 458 Lake Road. Info: www.hvsc.org.au
Find out more »Burns Nicht Supper
An annual St. Andrew's Society of Washington event honoring the birthday of Scotland’s greatest poet and author, Robert Burns. The Society comes together for drinks, followed by dinner and a celebration of the life and contributions of Robert Burns, called the "Immortal Memory." Info: www.saintandrewsociety.org
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »A Celebration of Scots Song
Recital with Fiona Ross & Shane O’Mara has been rescheduled, at Kew Court House Theatre 2.30pm. The rescheduled date coincides with Robert Burns’ Birthday on 25th Jan, so we’ll be celebrating with a wee surprise or two. To book: https://www.trybooking.com/BRGSP
Find out more »February 2022
Sarasota Highland Games & Celtic Festival
February 4th,7PM-10PM Ceilidh, followed by a full day of Scottish celebration February 5th, 9AM-5PM with the Games at Sarasota County Fairgrounds. Info: www.sarasotahighlandgames.com
Find out more »Balmoral Winter Workshop Online
Beginning in February 2021, Balmoral is offering weekend-long Winter Workshops for Pipers and Drummers. Workshop attendees receive instruction on the Great Highland pipes, Scottish smallpipes, Scottish snare drum and more. Info: www.balmoralschoolofpiping.org/winter-workshop
Find out more »Ninth Annual Celtic Family Jamboree
Celtic music, workshops, Highland athletics demo, Celtic merchandise at The Rustic Sertoma Youth Ranch, 85 Myers Rd. Info: www.celticheritageproductions.com/fj.htm
Find out more »City of Dunedin Pipe Band presents “Highland Roads,” LIVE in concert
The City of Dunedin Pipe Band, Grade 1 Champions, present "Highland Roads," LIVE in concert, along with a WORKSHOP for pipers & drummers at Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 4915 East Campus Dr. Info: www.cityofdunedinpipeband.com/events
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »The 29th Annual Paeroa Highland Games & Tattoo
The Paeroa Pipe Bands committee have decided to cancel the 2022 Paeroa Highland Games and Tattoo, with the committee choosing instead to concentrate on planning the 2023 Paeroa Highland Games and Tattoo. Info: www.paeroahighlandgames.co.nz
Find out more »Ashburton’s Festival of Pipe Band Music
Ashburton's annual music festival beginning with the Street March on Elizabeth Street at 12:30pm, then Sets and Medleys to follow in the Domain at 1:30pm. Info: Peter MacLean [email protected]
Find out more »The Gaelic Society of Toronto Ceilidh
A Ceilidh is all about community and coming together! If you have a story, a song, or an instrument you play, we invite you to contribute – skill level is not the important thing at a Ceilidh, so simply join and tell, sing or play! Most of all, we invite you to contribute with your ... Read more
Find out more »Asheville Celtic Festival
A winter indoor Celtic Festival bringing the Celtic spirit of the Seven Nations to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, will be held inside of the Davis Center at the WNC Agricultural Center. Info: www.ashevillecelticfest.com
Find out more »Richmond Highland Gathering
In observance of the current Tasmanian COVID-19 restrictions in place for outdoor gatherings and the dimensions of the Village Green, the Chieftain and the Committee of the St Andrew Society feel that it is not possible to showcase and enjoy Scottish culture to the fullest in such a restricted environment, and therefore have made the ... Read more
Find out more »Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival
Celebrate the Scottish Culture in Mount Dora with bagpipers, Highland Athletics, Celtic music, dancing, Society and Heritage Clan Village, Shortbread Contest, and more. Info: https://ci.mount-dora.fl.us/698/Mount-Dora-Scottish-Festival
Find out more »Canterbury Centre Piping Contest
Innovation Park -185 Kirk Rd, Templeton. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Pipes In The Park
Wellington's very own Highland Games-Pipe Band competition, Solo Piping, Highland dancing, Irish Dancing, Clans, Castles (of the bouncy kind) and craft markets at Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St. Info: www.facebook.com/pipesintheparkWGTN
Find out more »DramFest 2022
New Zealand's largest Whisky Festival at Te Pae Christchurch Convention & Exhibition Centre. Info: www.dramfest.co.nz
Find out more »Northeast Florida Scottish Games and Festival
Bringing a "Wee Bit o’ Scotland" to the Northeast Florida area. Each year residents of Northeast Florida and the surrounding areas gather and enjoy the athletics, music, food and fun of the games at Clay County Fairgrounds, 2497 State Road 16 West. Info: www.neflgames.com
Find out more »The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra in Concert
The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra, joined by the RAF Central Scotland Pipes & Drums are delighted to be back in Perth Scotland at last - it's been a long wait! We have a fantastic show lined up including some favourites loved by our regular patrons - traditional music at its best, played by wonderful musicians who ... Read more
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »Kilt Skate
The Glengarry counties (North and South) are branded “the Celtic Heart of Ontario", join kilted and tartaned enthusiasts for Kilt Skate 2022 at Maxville and District Sports Complex. Info: www.kiltskate.com
Find out more »March 2022
Phoenix Scottish Games
New location is the Gilbert Regional Park, at Queen Creek Rd. and Higley Rd. in Gilbert AZ (3005 E. Queen Creek Rd) Info: www.phoenixscottishgames.com
Find out more »Scots Day Out Bendigo
A celebration of Scottish culture with pipe bands, Scottish dance, Clans, food and stalls. A free community event at Rosalind Park. Info: www.scotsdayout.com
Find out more »Southeast Florida Scottish Festival & Highland Games
A celebration of Scottish culture at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane (W 63rd Ave), presented by Scottish American Society of South Florida. Info: www.sassf.org
Find out more »Liverpool Plains Military Tattoo
This is an exciting free community event by the Liverpool Plains Shire Council for the community of the Liverpool Plains and greater North West region, with pipe bands, Scottish dancers, entertainment and more at Longfield Park. Info: 02 6746 1755 or www.facebook.com/LiverpoolPlainsMilitaryTattoo
Find out more »2022 New Zealand Pipe Band Championships
The Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands’ Association and 2022 National Contest Organising Committee have decided to cancel the New Zealand Pipe Band Championships due to take place in Auckland on 11/12 March 2022. This decision was made after consulting with member bands and the wider pipe band community. Info: www.nzpipebands.org.nz
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »36th Annual Celtic Heritage Celebration
The largestCeltic event on the West Coast at Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2465 Gun Club Rd. Info: www.celticheritagecelebration.com
Find out more »The St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival
Find the Celt in you at America’s oldest Celtic city at the multi-award winning St. Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival, a weekend of great Celtic entertainment. Info: www.celticstaugustine.com
Find out more »Melbourne Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Pipe bands, Clans, Scottish vendors, entertainment and more at Eastfield Park. Info: www.facebook.com/MelbourneHighlandGames
Find out more »CelticFest
An annual Celtic Festival featuring: Highland Strong Man Games, Irish & Highland Dancing, Pipe Bands, Markets, Massed Highland Bands, Traditional Ale & Whisky Tasting, Steam Train, Pipe Band Comps, Meeting of the Clans and much more. Info: www.facebook.com/CelticFestWarwick
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »Tartan Day South
A celebration is a four day event honoring Celtic heritage, featuring unique sports, incredible music, great foods and interactive as well as interesting exhibitions. Info: www.tartandaysouth.com
Find out more »April 2022
The Wallace Award
The American-Scottish Foundation introduced the Wallace Award in 1970 to recognize the extraordinary diversity of contribution that Scots have made to the world - and, in particular, to recognize one or more living citizens or residents of the United States of Scottish descent for their individual contributions to the well being of this country. Held ... Read more
Find out more »Bundanoon Highland Gathering
Australia's largest Scottish gathering with pipe bands, entertainment, Clans, dancers, parade and stalls in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands. Info: www.brigadoon.org.au
Find out more »Dunedin Highland Games & Festival
Highland dance competitions as well as Pipe Band and Heavy Athletics contests. Food, craft beer, Celtic merchandise and more at at Highlander Park. Info: www.dunedinhighlandgames.com
Find out more »Tartan Day Pub Night
The St. Andrew’s Society is pleased to announce an evening of Scottish-Canadian hospitality. The room will be filled with foot-stomping tunes courtesy of band members from Old Man Flanagan’s Ghost at Dora Keogh Pub This event is open to the public so please invite anyone interested in a night of Celtic music, culture and fun! ... Read more
Find out more »San Antonio Highland Games & Celtic Music Festival
A weekend of Scottish celebration and culture at Helotes Festival Grounds,12210 Leslie Rd. Info: www.sahga.org
Find out more »Brisbane Boys’ College Highland Gathering
BBC Scottish Highland Gathering is a great FREE and fun event located at Brisbane Boys' College. It has Pipe Band, Dancers, Drum Majors, Scottish Stalls and food and drink. Info: www.facebook.com/ScotlandHG
Find out more »Loch Norman Highland Games
Come and experience all the fun with Highland dancing, pipe bands, Highland athletics, a Giant Kid's Zone, Scottish merchants, Haggis, Celtic rock and traditional performers, historic reenactments, Scottish Country Dancing and more at Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd. Info: www.lochnorman.com
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »24th Annual NYC Tartan Day Parade
The swirl of kilts, the skirl of bagpipes and the cheers of thousands of spectators await. This beloved celebration of Scottish-American culture promises to be extraordinary in scope, talent and turnout as we gather in person for the first time since 2019. Info: www.nyctartanweek.org
Find out more »Las Vegas Highland Games
A festival for the community presented by the Las Vegas Celtic Society, featuring Celtic music, food, vendors, and athletics at Floyd Lamb Park. Info: www.lasvegascelticsociety.org
Find out more »Champion of Champions 2022
International Highland dancing event hosted by Highland Dance Tasmania for the ABHDI. This elite Highland Dancing Event is open to all levels of Highland Dancers from Australia and the World. Info: www.highlanddancetasmania.com
Find out more »Maclean Highland Gathering
Listen to the stirring sounds of the pipes and drums and a variety of solo competitions. Highland dancing, Scottish stalls and more at Maclean Showground. Info: www.macleanhighlandgathering.com.au
Find out more »Te Anau Tartan Festival
A fantastic family festival in Te Anau, Fiordland celebrating the south's Scottish roots. Includes Piping & Dancing, & Highland Games for the whole family. The Te Anau Tartan Festival is held over Easter weekend at Real Journeys Fiordland Community Event Centre and adjacent Memorial Park. Info: www.teanautartanfestival.co.nz
Find out more »Ormond Beach Celtic Festival
Live music, traditional Celtic food & vendors, Celtic clans, Highland Games, and plenty of activities for the wee ones. Info: www.ormondbeachcelticfestival.com
Find out more »National Tartan Day
Join the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band on Parliament Hill to celebrate Tartan Day. Info: www.sospb.com
Find out more »Southern Maryland Celtic Festival
Music, dance, vendors, crafters, living history, geneaology, clans and societies, Highland athletics, the pipes and more at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Info: www.cssm.org
Find out more »Australian Celtic Festival
A weekend of Celtic music, spirit and friendship at the Australian Standing Stones. 2022 celebrating the Year of Brittany, Cornwall and Wales. Info: www.australiancelticfestival.com
Find out more »The 2022 Virginia International Tattoo
The Tattoo will return to its longtime home at Scope Arena in Downtown Norfolk; international performers will be back with a renewed desire to share their music, culture and traditions; and the free preshow Tattoo Hullabaloo will once again wow crowds for hours every day. Info: 757-282-2800 or www.vafest.org/tattoo
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »May 2022
Texas Scottish Festival & Highland Games
The sounds of bagpipes and Celtic music will fill the air at the 36th Annual Texas Scottish Festival & Highland Games celebrate everything "Scottish" at the Wise County Fairgrounds, 3101 FM 51, in Decatur, Texas. #TEXASSCOTS. Info: www.texasscottishfestival.com
Find out more »Savannah Scottish Games and Celtic Festival
A full Scottish Games at The Bethesda Academy. Info: www.savannahscottishgames.com
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Redlands Highland Gathering
Pipe band competition at Redlands Sporting Club. Info: www.pipebandsqld.com
Find out more »StIrling Classic Scottish Festival
Vendors, Clans, pipe bands and Highland Games at Mollie Spencer Farm. Info: www.thestirlingclassicsf.com
Find out more »Saskatchewan Highland Games and Celtic Festival
A celebration of Scottish culture, music and sport at Victoria Park. Info: www.saskhighland.ca
Find out more »The Gathering
The Gathering brings the wider community together in celebration of Celtic music, culture and performance at Ipswich Turf Club. Info: www.gatheringfestival.com.au
Find out more »159th Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Scottish music, dance and more at Topaz Park. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com
Find out more »Berry Celtic Festival
A celebration of Celtic culture at Berry Showgrounds, with pipe bands, entertainment, stalls and more. Info: www.berryrotary.org.au/celtic-festival
Find out more »Scottish Fest
Memorial Day Weekend at the Orange County Fair & Event Center www.scottishfest.com
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »Atholl Highlanders Parade and Gathering
The Atholl Highlanders are a Scottish ceremonial infantry regiment. They are the only remaining private army in Europe and act as the personal bodyguard to the Duke of Atholl – Chief of the Clan Murray, with parade and Highland Gathering at Blair Castle. Info: www.blair-castle.co.uk
Find out more »Blackford Highland Games
Held since 1870 on the park, an area of land loaned to the community by the landowner. A condition of the loan is that the Highland Games are held there annually in May. Info: www.blackfordhighlandgames.co.uk
Find out more »Greenville Scottish Games
A series of activities bringing the best of Scotland and rich Southern heritage together for your enjoyment at Furman University. Info: www.gallabrae.com
Find out more »June 2022
Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen Celebration
Marking the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen,Sons of Scotland Pipe Band will have a gathering of pipers, drummers, and dancers on Parliament Hill. Info: www.sospb.com
Find out more »Glasgow Highland Games
A celebration of Scotland at Barren River Lake State Resort Park. Info: www.glasgowhighlandgames.com
Find out more »Bonnie Wingham Scottish Festival
The Manning Valley Historical Society presents the annual free community event, Clans from all over the country descendto enjoy the Festival. The Clan of Honour for 2022 will be Clan Donnachaidh. Also pipe bands, entertainment, Scottish dancers and stalls. Info: www.bwsf.zyrosite.com
Find out more »The National Celtic Festival
Australia’s largest and most diverse celebration of Celtic music, arts and culture ,held over the June long week-end in beautiful Portarlington, on the Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria. Info: www.nationalcelticfestival.com
Find out more »Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »Georgetown Highland Games
A fun filled day of piping, dancing and heavyweight athletes, surround by friends and family at Georgetown Fairgrounds. Info: www.georgetownhighlandgames.com
Find out more »Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Highland dancers, Scottish athletes, family clans, bagpipes and drums and traditional musicians come to celebrate their heritage. Info: www.blairsvillescottishfestival.com
Find out more »Ardrossan Highland Games
Ardrossan has hosted a Highland Games since 1979, at Ardrossan Academicals Rugby Football Club. Info: www.ardrossanhighlandgames.org.uk
Find out more »Greater Moncton Highland Games & Scottish Festival
Features Highland dance, pipe, drum, and pipe band competitions as well as dozens of workshops & demonstrations covering everything from Gaelic language and song to falconry and sheep dog herding to historical elements, and more at the Hal Betts Sportsplex. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com
Find out more »ScotFestBC: The British Columbia Highland Games
Pipe bands, Clans , entertainment and more at Lafarge Lake Park, just steps away from the Lafarge Lake-Douglas Station. Info:
Find out more »St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto Spring Dinner
Join us for a night of fine dining courtesy of Chef John Higgins and his staff at The Chef’s House. The focus for the dinner is modern Scottish cuisine. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
Find out more »Orillia Scottish Festival
A celebration of Scotland in Orillia. Info: 705-325-8442 or www.scottishfestival.ca
Find out more »Kingsville Highland Games
Pipe bands, Scottish dance, Clans, entertainment and more at Kingsville's beautiful Lakeside Park. Info: www.facebook.com/kingsvillehighlandgames
Find out more »Piping Inverness
The all-day event incorporates the European Pipe Band Championships, and will see an influx of pipe bands, their supporters, Highland Dancers as well as tourists to Bught Park. Info: www.pipinginverness.com
Find out more »Kilmore Celtic Festival
All day Non- stop live Celtic music. Evening concert until 11pm. SUN - The Celtic Banquet with fantastic live music accompaniment. Info: 03 5782 2636 or www.facebook.com/Kilmore-Celtic-Festival-102868380457
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »San Diego Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans
Experience the wonder, and traditions of Scotland at Brengle Terrace Park. Info: www.SDHighlandGames.org
Find out more »Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo
The 2022 Tattoo will feature talent from around the globe, including the Heeresmusikkorps Neubrandenburg (German Army Band Neubrandenburg) from Germany, the IMPS Motorcycle Display Team from the United Kingdom, and the Vancouver Police Pipe Band from British Columbia at at the Scotiabank Theatre. Info: www.nstattoo.ca
Find out more »July 2022
Robert Burns Scottish Festival
The festival promotes the legacy of Robert Burns and the cultural heritage of Scots in south-west Victoria. Info: 0407 056 126 or www.camperdownburnsfestival.com.au
Find out more »Aberdeen Highland Games
Throughout the day there will be fun for all the family – there will be Highland and Country Dancing, Pipe Band displays, Strong Man events with the Kilted Warriors to enjoy as well as three-legged races, and the famed Kilted Dash to participate in. A multitude of stores and stands will surround the area selling ... Read more
Find out more »HebCelt Festival
The best local talent with leading Scottish, UK and world artists and brings together household names and emerging talent to provide a feast of music to appeal to all ages in the heartland of the Gaelic language and culture. Info: www.hebceltfest.com
Find out more »The Festival of the Tartans
New Glasgow Highland Games is celebrated every year with a four day program that is sure to bring out the Scot in everyone. Info: www.festivalofthetartans.com
Find out more »Cambridge Scottish Festival
Waterloo Region's only Scottish Festival - experience a wee taste of 'Scotland on the Grand'. Info: www.cambridgescottishfestival.ca
Find out more »Monterey Scottish Games & Celtic Festival
Live music performers, bagpipe competitions, Celtic cuisine and more at Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairgrounds Rd. Info: www.montereycelticfest.com
Find out more »The Okanagan Military Tattoo
A heart stirring musical extravaganza featuring pipers, drummers, musicians, military bands, marching troops, multicultural dancers, First Nations, and singers of all ages at Kal Tire Place. Tickets: 250-549-SHOW (7469) or info: www.okanagantattoo.ca
Find out more »International Tartan Day Brisbane
Free community event with pipe bands, entertainment, Scottish dancers, stalls and more at King George Square. Info: 07 3359 8195 or www.aussie-scots.org.au
Find out more »Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games & Clan Gathering
Bringing Scotland to the Pacific Northwest for over 70 years through the skirl of the Pipes and Drums, the beauty of Highland Dancing, the brawn of Scottish athletics, and the sharing of clan history.Info: www.sshga.org
Find out more »Glengarry Highland Games
In the course of the day, more than 50 pipe bands are put through their paces to decide the North American Pipe Band Championships™, more than 200 dancers defy gravity in the Highland Dance competition and giants hurl telephone pole-sized cabers and 50 pound iron hammers around the infield. It is a memorable and incredible ... Read more
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
Find out more »Montreal Highland Games
Every year, the Games brings together Montrealers of all backgrounds to celebrate Scottish sport, music and culture at Douglas Hospital. Info: www.montrealhighlandgames.com
Find out more »St Andrews Highland Games
One of the top Highland Games at Fife Station Park, in front of the Old Course Hotel. Info: www.standrewshighlandgames.co.uk
Find out more »August 2022
Isle of Skye Highland Games
Tarditional Games at The Lump. Info: www.skye-highland-games.co.uk
Find out more »The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is set to return to Edinburgh Castle Esplanade once again. The Tattoo is an unforgettable event that combines military precision, live music, breath-taking lighting and special effects and fantastic entertainment. Info: www.edintattoo.co.uk
Find out more »Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Experience Scotland’s capital come alive with vibrant colours, shows and events to suit everyone at the single greatest celebration of arts and culture on the planet. Info: www.edfringe.com
Find out more »75th Edinburgh International Festival
The EIF brings Edinburgh’s theatre venues to life with the very best music, theatre, opera and dance from around the globe. Info: www.eif.co.uk
Find out more »Dundonald Highland Games
One of Ayrshire’s premier cultural events. It is unique in capturing traditional Scottish heritage and strong community spirit within the picturesque setting of Royal Dundonald Castle. Info: www.dundonald-games.org.uk
Find out more »Bridge of Allan Highland Games
Colourful pipe bands, elegant highland dancers, huge strongmen tossing the caber. A multitude of other events, stalls and entertainments spread out in a picturesque and historic setting. Info: www.bofagames.com
Find out more »Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Pipe bands, Clan village, Scottish dancem, entertainment and more at one of Canada'a largest Scottish events. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com
Find out more »Edinburgh International Book Festival
A stellar line-up of hundreds of writers, artists and thinkers from around the globe share their ideas and stories for a changing world. Info: www.edbookfest.co.uk
Find out more »79th Annual Central New York Scottish Games & Celtic Festival
Pipe Band competition and Celtic activities at Long Branch Park on Onondaga Lake. Info: www.cnyscottishgames.org
Find out more »Margaree Highland Games
One of Cape Breton Island's most exciting summer events, the games blend traditional heavy events with bag piping & highland dancing, running races, children's games and much more. Info: www.margareehighlandgames.com
Find out more »Scots in the Bush 2022
A celebration of the contribution of the Scottish people in opening up much of Australia with Celtic music, entertainment and more. Camping on site at Boondooma Homestead. Info: 07 4168 0159 or www.boondoomahomestead.org.au
Find out more »Crieff Highland Gathering
A full programme of traditional Highland games competitions, Highland Dancing, Heavyweights, Light Field, and Tug o War and also showcase several Piping performances throughout the day at Market Park. Info: www.crieffhighlandgathering.com
Find out more »September 2022
Braemar Highland Gathering
Traditional Highland Gathering at The Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park. Since 1848, The Gathering has been attended regularly by the reigning Monarch and members of the Royal Family. Info: www.braemargathering.org
Find out more »Blairgowrie and Rattray Highland Games
A traditional Scottish Games at Bogles Field, Essendy Rd. Info: www.blairgowriehighlandgames.co.uk
Find out more »Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival
CelticmMusic, Pipe Bands, Scottish Highland Athletics, representatives of many Clans and much more. Info: 970-586-6308 or www.scotfest.com
Find out more »Pitlochry Highland Games
A traditional Highland Games with a full day of events. Info: www.pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk
Find out more »Wigtown Book Festival
Designated Scotland's National Book Town in 1998, Wigtown is home to a community of booksellers and literary events. Info: www.wigtownbookfestival.com
Find out more »October 2022
Seaside Highland Games
The premier games for Southern California with 25,000+ attendees over one weekend at Seaside Park. Info: www.seasidehighlandgames.org
Find out more »Canberra Highland Gathering
ACT's largest Scottish event with a full day of Scottish entertainment with pipe bands, Scottish dance, Clans, stalls and more. A free comunity event. Also a evening ceilidh will be held at the Canberra Burns Club, Kett St. Info: www.canberragathering.com.au
Find out more »Arkansas Scottish Festival
Every year Arkansas’ oldest city plays host to one of America’s most popular Scottish festivals. Pipers, drummers, dancers, athletes, Scottish clans, and vendors travel from all corners of the country to attend the event at Lyon College. Info: www.arscottishfest.com
Find out more »Radford Highlanders Festival
Whether a family’s background is of Scots-Irish origin or of other descent, the day always brings with it an air of excitement and anticipation at Radford University. Info: www.radford.edu/content/festival/home.html
Find out more »Scotland, Ct. Highland Festival & Games
Celebrate Scotland in Scotland, at The Waldo Homestead , 96 Waldo Rd. Info: www.scotlandgames.org
Find out more »50th Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival
The impressive mix of sights and sounds of a Scottish Highland Games presented in a uniquely southern style at Stone Mountain Park.Info: www.smhg.org
Find out more »Illawarra Scottish Fair
Pipe band competitions, Scottish dancing, food and stalls at Dandaloo Hotel. Info: Illawarra Pipe Band, James: 0422 699 513 or www.facebook.com/Illawarra-Pipe-Band-131465760252032
Find out more »Intro to Curling Social
If you have always wanted to try curling, this is the event for you! The session is open to the public and all experience levels are welcome to jopin the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto. It will feature a combination of instruction and play at High Park Club, 100 Indian Rd. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
Find out more »November 2022
Hororata Highland Games
The Hororata Highland Games is a Scottish Festival with a Kiwi twist! Held annually, this event has something for the whole family with pipe bands, kids events, stalls, Clans and more at Hororata Domain. Info: www.hororatahighlandgames.org.nz
Find out more »Auckland Highland Games
The Games have been the premier Scottish cultural event that is held in the Auckland Region with pipe bands, Scottish dancing, stalls and more. Info: www.facebook.com/aucklandhighlandgames
Find out more »December 2022
Daylesford Highland Gathering
This Gathering includes a captivating Street March in the Main Street of Daylesford and a full days Drumming, Piping and Dancing at Victoria Park, also a variety of Scottish Clans and clubs, stalls and more. The end of the day is heralded spectacularly with the Massed Bands, which is a spine tingling experience. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.com
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