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May 2021
Scottish County Dance Beginners Course
The course is for new dancers who wish to learn steps and basic dance formations that are the building blocks of Scottish Country dancing. You will be introduced to Jigs, Reels and Strathspeys (unique to Scottish Country dancing) and will learn a series of beginner friendly dances. Six Weeks (8, 15, 22,29 May and 5, 12, ... Read more
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 »Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival & Games
East TN's premier celebration of Scottish culture and heritage at Maryville College. Info: www.smokymountaingames.org
Find out more »World Whisky Day
World Whisky Day is a global celebration of world whiskies. Info: www.WorldWhiskyDay.com
Find out more »World Whisky Day
World Whisky Day is a global celebration of world whiskies. Info: www.WorldWhiskyDay.com
Find out more »World Whisky Day
World Whisky Day is a global celebration of world whiskies. Info: www.WorldWhiskyDay.com
Find out more »World Whisky Day
World Whisky Day is a global celebration of world whiskies. Info: www.WorldWhiskyDay.com
Find out more »World Whisky Day
World Whisky Day is a global celebration of world whiskies. Info: www.WorldWhiskyDay.com
Find out more »The Finger Lakes Celtic Festival
The Finger Lakes Celtic Festival has been reschedule for May 2022. For updates go to: https://www.facebook.com/Fingerlakesceltic/
Find out more »Saskatchewan Highland Games and Celtic Festival
The Saskatchewan Highland Games and Celtic Festival regrets to announce that the 2021 outdoor event has been cancelled. This event will return May, 2022. Info: www.saskhighland.ca
Find out more »A Night in Scotland
The Order of St John Priory of Queensland invites you to put on your kilt and join us for a jovial evening of bagpipes, whisky and dancing! Proceeds in aid of the Institute for Glycomics Griffith University Gold Coast and the St John's Crisis Centre in Surfers Paradise. $150pp including Welcome Drink, 3 Course Dinner, ... Read more
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 »British Pipe Band Championships
In line with national guidance from the Scottish Government, and after discussions with Renfrewshire Council, the RSPBA have agreed to cancel the British Pipe Band Championships for 2021. Info: www.rspba.org
Find out more »The Gathering
A celebration of Celtic music, culture and performance. In the spirit of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, against the historic backdrop of Ipswich, visitors will witness the colour and spectacle of the Queensland Pipe Band Spectacular, featuring 250 of Australia’s pipe band competitors. A Highland dancing competition, Celtic music, lost arts and a medieval re-enactment ... Read more
Find out more »VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-“The archetype of our oneness with the earth” – John Muir, “Father of the National Parks”
Maybe a school reading book in Dunbar, his home town (near Edinburgh) spiked John Muir’s interest in all aspects of nature. Aged 11 (1849) the family emigrated to Wisconsin. John Dalgety will explain how Muir’s passion – exploring Yosemite and such places, meant advocating for their preservation with repercussions around the world at the Victoria University ... 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 »Alma Highland Festival and Games
Due to reasons involving the Covid pandemic this event has been cancelled for 2021. Info: www.almahighlandfestival.com/www.facebook.com/almahighlandfestival
Find out more »Scottish Fest
Come celebrate Scottish Fest - Online Edition this year with us with tons of exciting online fun. Info: www.scottishfest.com
Find out more »West Lothian Highland Games
The Games are looking to return for 2021. Info: www.westlothiangames.com
Find out more »Atholl Highlanders Parade and Gathering
It is with sadness that we have taken the decision to cancel this year’s Atholl Highlanders’ Gathering and Highland Games, due to Government restrictions for outdoor events. Info: https://blair-castle.co.uk/scottish-highland-castle/atholl-highlanders-parade-gathering/
Find out more »Blackford Highland Games
Blackford Highland Games 2021 is cancelled and will return on Saturday the 28th of May 2022. Info: www.blackfordhighlandgames.co.uk
Find out more »Auckland Biannual Ceilidhs: May Ceilidh
Let's have a ceilidh! Bring along your favourite people, grab your dancing shoes and your water bottle, and let's have a night full of dancing at Te Atatu Peninsula Community Centre, 595 Te Atatu Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/aucklandceilidhs
Find out more »June 2021
Virginia International Tattoo
The Virginia International Tattoo scheduled for April 2021 is being rescheduled for June 2021. The Tattoo will honor the Greatest Generation in an emotional and unifying celebration of our World War II Veterans. Join us as we reignite the Virginia International Tattoo Tradition in 2021 with an unforgettable Salute to the Greatest Generation at Kornblau ... 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: www.freewebs.com/aucklandscottishfiddleclub
Find out more »Glasgow Highland Games
Due to Covid-19 the Games are cancelled in 2021, and back for 2022. Info: www.glasgowhighlandgames.com
Find out more »The Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games
A spectacular event of traditional sport, dance & Scottish heritage. Info: www.facebook.com/HLHighlandGames
Find out more »Bonnie Wingham Scottish Festival
One day only in 2021.A free community event at Central Park, celebrate Scotland with music, dance, stalls and more. Info: https://bwsf.zyrosite.com/
Find out more »A Day of Celtic Music presented by the Garrett County Celtic Festival
Celebrate the cultural heritage of Celtic peoples from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany, and Galicia and their influence on Appalachia with a music festival by the bonnie banks of the Youghiogheny River at Friendsville Town Park, Old River Rd. Family friendly event featuring traditional and contemporary Celtic music, Teelin Irish Dance Company, Pipe & Drum bands and children’s ... Read more
Find out more »Commemoration Service Honouring the Scottish Presbyterian Early Settlers of the Manning Valley
The Service will be held at the Wingham Presbyterian War Memorial Church, 32 Moon St at 11 am. All welcome. After the Service people may like to “car pool” and take a 10 minute drive to see the site of the original Ashlea Presbyterian Church at Dingo Creek, off Wherrol Flat Rd. Info: Mave Richardson: ... Read more
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 »National Celtic Festival
Australia’s largest and most diverse celebration of Celtic music, arts and culture. Info: www.nationalcelticfestival.com
Find out more »Utah Scottish Festival & Highland Games
The Utah Scottish Association Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to cancel the Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games (2021) as a result of the ongoing coronavirus situation, but will return on June 10th - 12th 2022. Info: http://www.utahscots.org
Find out more »Townsville Tartan Weekend
Townsville's largest Scottish event with Heavy Games Competition, Scottish Music Workshop, Clansmen’s Ceilidh and Townsville Tartan Day. Info: Marie Gibson 0413 456 542 or [email protected]
Find out more »Georgetown Highland Games
The committee members of the 2021 Georgetown Highland Games have unanimously made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s games and look forward to continuing our tradition next year on June 11th, 2022. Info: www.georgetownhighlandgames.com
Find out more »2021 Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Due to Covid restrictions we are very sad to say Festival has been canceled for 2021. Info: www.blairsvillescottishfestival.com
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 »Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular & Fassifern Highland Gathering
The Fassifern Highland Gathering is part of the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular. Clydesdale events, other events include; grand parade, calling the clans, Scots cuisine, heavy events, workshops, history, along with pipe band, Highland dancing and Scottish music performances at Boonah Showgrounds. Info: www.facebook.com/clydiespectacular
Find out more »The Royal Highland Show
The Royal Highland Show, Scotland's biggest annual Agricultural show, has been cancelled for the second year running due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Info: www.royalhighlandshow.org
Find out more »57/58th Cobourg Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Cobourg Highland Games has postponed this year's Games until September 10th/11th. We have decided that our June date is no longer feasible, so with that in mind, we have booked Victoria Park for Friday, September 10 and, Saturday, September 11. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca
Find out more »Greater Moncton Highland Games
Features highland dance, pipe, drum, and pipe band competitions as well as dozens of workshops & demonstrations at the Hal Betts Sportsplex. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com
Find out more »Cupar Highland Games
The Committee of Cupar Highland Games wishes to announce that the Games of 2021, due to take place in June, are now cancelled. We will see you all in 2022. Info: www.cuparhighlandgames.org
Find out more »Caledonia Celtic Festival
It is with regret that we once again have to inform you that the Board of Directors of the Caledonia Celtic Festival have had to make the decision to cancel our 2021 Caledonia Celtic Festival, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Info: hwww.caledoniacelticfestival.com
Find out more »Scottish Week
The Scottish Australian Heritage Council’s Scottish week will be back this year. It will be a shorter but eventful and Covid safe celebration. It will include a Scottish/Celtic dinner with entertainment, online history talks and a visit to the Mosman Cairn with BBQ lunch. Keep checking the website for updates on events & details. Info: ... Read more
Find out more »Kingsville Highland Games
The Town of Kingsville and the Kingsville Highland Games Committee have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 games scheduled for June 26th. The decision was made after consultation with the Pipe Band and Highland Dancing communities along with our local Health Unit. We are looking forward now to the promotion of our 2022 ... 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 »Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo
For over 40 years, the Tattoo has been dazzling audiences by bringing Canada’s rich history and culture to life. Info: www.nstattoo.ca
Find out more »European Pipe Band Championships
Due to uncertainty around COVID-19 restrictions and following the latest Scottish Government guidance, the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (RSPBA), in partnership with event organiser, LCC Live, has cancelled the annual event. Info: www.pipinginverness.com
Find out more »Nelson Highland Pipe Band Ceilidh
Come along to the City of Nelson Highland Pipe Band Ceilidh, and come dancing! Held at the Sun City Darts Club Hall, Guppy Park, Sovereign Street, Nelson. To purchase email: [email protected] for a numbered ticket.
Find out more »Perth Kilt Run
Get your kilt on for Perth's 11th world record kilt run. Info: www.perthkiltrun.ca
Find out more »Tennents Tartan Day Tattoo : A Gathering of Clans
On July 1, 1746 British made rule that tartans are banned and prison for anyone wearing one representing an uprising of the highlands. On this special occasion they celebrate what people sacrificed themselves for and that family and country always comes first. Brisbane City Pipe Band will perform on a massive scale over dinner at ... Read more
Find out more »RSCDS Sydney Annual Ball
Scottish Country Dance event at Don Moore Community Centre, North Rocks Rd & Farnell Ave. Music by Chris Duncan & Catherine Strutt. Info: [email protected]
Find out more »VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-What weight did Atlas carry on his shoulders?
Stuart Hudson's lifelong passion has been, and is, climbing the hills of his native Scotland, New Zealand and elsewhere. How the mountain Schiehallion played a major part in calculating the weight of the Earth is one of the fascinating stories he has to tell at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay ... Read more
Find out more »July 2021
Embro Highland Games
The Zorra Caledonian Society have made the difficult decision to cancel the 84th Embro Highland Games. Info : www.embrohighlandgames.ca
Find out more »East Neuk Festival
World class music & more in the beautiful, restful East Neuk o' Fife. Info: www.eastneukfestival.com
Find out more »International Tartan Day
Celebrated on July 1, the anniversary of the Repeal Proclamation of 1782 annulling the Act of Proscription of 1747, which had made wearing tartan an offense punishable. Wear some tartan today with pride!
Find out more »International Tartan Day
Celebrated on July 1, the anniversary of the Repeal Proclamation of 1782 annulling the Act of Proscription of 1747, which had made wearing tartan an offense punishable. Wear some tartan today with pride!
Find out more »Happy Canada Day
Wishing all our Canadian readers and friends a Happy Canada Day!
Find out more »Almonte Celtfest: 25th Anniversary
A weekend of Celtic music, events and friendship at Gemmill Park. Info: www.almonteceltfest.com
Find out more »The 2021 Camperdown Robert Burns Scottish Festival
The festival promotes the legacy of Robert Burns and the cultural heritage of Scots in south-west Victoria with lectures, music and more. Info: https://camperdownburnsfestival.com.au and our www.facebook.com/robertburnsfestival
Find out more »Penticton Scottish Festival
Family entertainment, pipeband & solo competitions, kid's zone, highland dance, heavy events, beer garden, & more. Info: www.pentictonscottishfestival.ca
Find out more »Aberdeen Highland Games
The Games begin with a parade of bands, clan representatives and others that leads into the Massed Band Salute and Chieftain’s Address that officially opens the day. 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 Tartan ... Read more
Find out more »Happy Independence Day
Wishing all our US readers and friends a happy and safe Independence Day.
Find out more »Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
4 day annual festival and largest Gathering of the Clans in the US. Info: www.gmhg.org
Find out more »Payson Scottish Festival
Highland dance, Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Celtic music and more at Payson Memorial Park. Info: www.paysonscottishfestival.org
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 »Mackay Scottish Bluewater Fling
A great celebration of everything Pipes, Drums & Scottish on the banks of the beautiful Bluewater Pioneer River. All totally free to enjoy. Info: [email protected]
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 »Melbourne Scottish Festival
Celebrate Scottish culture at a variety of events in Melbourne, Gala Dinner & Concert, Tartan Day Massed Pipe Band Parade, Whisky Tasting and more. Info: www.melbournetartanfestival.com.au
Find out more »HebCelt Festival
Multi-award winning International music festival set in Stornoway, Outer Hebrides,celebrating 25 years-A "hybrid" festival featuring some live performances and "unique digital content" is now being planned instead as traditional event has been cancelled. Info: www.hebceltfest.com
Find out more »Cambridge Scottish Festival
This event will July 15-16th, 2022. Info: www.cambridgescottishfestival.ca
Find out more »Hunter Valley Scots Club Caledonian Night
Scottish fun and music at Teralba Community Hall, Cnr Margaret St & Anzac Pde. Info: www.hvsc.org.au
Find out more »Tomintoul Highland Games
179th Games cancelled due to the current Covid-19 ongoing situation. Info: https://www.facebook.com/tomintoulhighlandgames
Find out more »Portland Highland Games
Due to current coronavirus restrictions, and the considerations of the health and well-being of our community, PHG are postponing the 2021 Games. The committee look forward to celebrating the Portland Highland Games in 2022. Info: www.phga.org
Find out more »RSCDS Adelaide Ball
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Adelaide's premier event of the year. Open to spectators to enjoy the atmosphere and music. Open to dancers looking for a special evening. Info: www.rscdsadelaide.org.au
Find out more »Stonehaven Highland Games
It is with much disappointment that we have taken the decision to cancel the 2021 Stonehaven Highland Games. We will be back bigger and better in 2022. Info: www.facebook.com/stonehavenhighlandgames
Find out more »2021 Balmoral Piping & Drumming Summer School
Balmoral's online Piping & Drumming Summer School brings you four of the world's most highly regarded pipers to serve as guest instructors: Roddy MacLeod MBE, Bruce Gandy, Robert Mathieson & Andrew Carlisle. An all-new Drumming Program is in the works, with 2021 guest drumming instructors to be announced at www.Bagpiping.org
Find out more »Inveraray Highland Games
It is with huge disappointment and regret that we confirm the cancellation of Inveraray Highland Games 2021, in-line with current guidelines surrounding the Covid-19 virus. Info: www.inveraray-games.co.uk
Find out more »New Brunswick Highland Games
Be a Scot for the weekend on the beautiful grounds of historic Government House. Info: www.highlandgames.ca
Find out more »2021 Okanagan Military Tattoo
The Okanagan Military Tattoo is a heart stirring musical extravaganza featuring pipers, drummers, musicians, military bands, marching troops, multicultural dancers, First Nations, and singers of all ages at Armstrong Fair Grounds. Info: www.okanagantattoo.ca or tickets 1 866 311 1011.
Find out more »The Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games and Clan Gathering
Cancelled for 2021. Info: www.sshga.org
Find out more »International Tartan Day 2021
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED, BACK 2022-The Australian Scottish Community (Qld) Inc is proud to present International Tartan Day at King George Square. Free community event with pipe bands, Scottish stalls, entertainment and more. Info: www.facebook.com/AustralianScottishCommunity
Find out more »Dressed to Kilt
The largest and most prestigious Scottish fashion show in the world honoring Sir Sean Connery, a new Sir Sean Connery Tartan that will be unveiled for the first time, at the Mill Neck Manor Estate on the Gold Coast of Long Island. Info: www.dressedtokilt.com
Find out more »VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-The Pictish puzzle, Aberlemno and beyond – Alison Morris’ home territory.
The Picts are becoming better documented. Fortunately, ongoing discoveries on Pictish society continue to be published by archaeologists and academics. Alison Morris will attempt to give an update on some of the more recently available information, referring particularly to the family graveyard of her paternal grandmother in the Forfar area, and the enigmatic carved stones to be ... Read more
Find out more »Glengarry Highland Games
The Games is most disheartened to not be hosting one of the premier Highland Games in North America in 2021. In the meantime, the Games are monitoring the covid situation and developing ideas on how the spirit of the Games can be celebrated in some fashion. Keep checking back on the Games website and social ... Read more
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Xmas in July 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 »August 2021
Montreal Highland Games
Over the past 40 years, the Montreal Highland Games has become one of the premier events on the North American Highland games circuit, at Douglas Hospital grounds, Verdun, Quebec. Info: www.montrealhighlandgames.com
Find out more »The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
An unforgettable event that combines military precision, live music, breath-taking lighting and special effects and fantastic entertainment.One of the greatest shows on earth at the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade. Info: www.edintattoo.co.uk or + 44 (0) 131 225 1188.
Find out more »Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Each year, thousands of performers take to a multitude of stages all over Edinburgh to present shows for each and every taste. From big names to unknown artists looking to build their careers, the festival caters for everyone and includes theatre, comedy, dance, physical theatre, musicals, operas, children's shows, music and cabaret. Info: www.edfringe.com
Find out more »Goderich Celtic Roots Festival
The Board of Directors of the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival has cancelled its in-person August Festival and College event and instead is proceeding with its second virtual Festival on the same weekend. Info: www.facebook.com/goderichceltic
Find out more »The St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit Highland Games
Detroit's annual Highland Games is a celebration of Scottish culture and heritage at Greenmead Historical Village, 20501 Newburgh Rd. Info: www.highlandgames.com
Find out more »Brodick Highland Games
Cancelled and returning August 2022 . Info: www.facebook.com/BrodickHighlandGames
Find out more »Piping Live!
This year’s Glasgow International Piping Festival will see the livestreaming and premiering of as many events as possible across the nine days of the festival. Info: https://pipinglive.co.uk
Find out more »Spokane Highland Games
Bring your family and friends for a charming Scottish day-adventure full of entertainment, feats of triumph and fun activities at Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Info: www.spokanehighlandgames.net
Find out more »Edinburgh International Festival
The International Festival present a programme featuring finest performers and ensembles from the worlds of dance, opera, music and theatre. Info: www.eif.co.uk
Find out more »Learn Scottish Country Dancing with Scots on The Rocks
This course is for new dancers who wish to learn steps and basic dance formations that are the building blocks of Scottish Country dancing. You will be introduced to Jigs and Reels and will learn a series of lively, beginner friendly dances. Fee $100pp at Fort St School, Wentworth Park, Ultimo. Info: www.sotr.org.au/beginner
Find out more »The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Due to Covid, Fergus Scottish Festival have made the proactive decision to not host our 2021 Festival in person live event, instead they present their second ever virtual Festival and Highland Games featuring: Heavy Events, Highland Dance, Clans & Heritage, and Pipes & Drums as well as special features. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com or 519-787-0099.
Find out more »The World Pipe Band Championships
The World Pipe Band Championships 2021, due to take place at Glasgow Green in August, has been cancelled. The event, which would normally attract around 200 bands from around the world to compete, is expected to return to Glasgow in 2022. Info: www.theworlds.co.uk
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 »Edinburgh Book Festival
Book Festival fans can expect a range of live online author talks, workshops and readings as well as, if circumstances permit, some events for live socially-distanced audiences. Info: www.edbookfest.co.uk
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 »Scots in the Bush
A celebration of the contribution of the Scottish people in opening up much of Australia at Boondooma Homestead. Info: 07 4168 0159 or www.boondoomahomestead.org.au
Find out more »National Capital Highland Games
A full day of Scottish events and celebration at The Capital Fair: Rideau Carleton Raceway Casino 4837 Albion Road South. Info: https://nationalcapitalhighlandgames.com
Find out more »Bitterroot Celtic Games & Gathering
Pipe bands, dancers, Celtic wares and more at the Daly Mansion. Info: www.bcgg.org
Find out more »Maine Highland Games & Scottish Festival
A celebration of Scotland at Thomas Point Beach. Info: www.mainehighlandgames.org
Find out more »Cowal Highland Games
Due to Covid 19 this year's event has been cancelled, with Cowal Highland Gathering moving into its virtual space with Cowal’s Virtual Gathering. Info: www.cowalgathering.com
Find out more »60th Annual Long Island Scottish Festival and Games
Cancelled for 2021, returns August 2022. Info: www.liscots.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 »VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-The Scottish settlers of the barque Blenheim
In December 1840 around 200 Scottish settlers, mostly from Lochaber and Skye, with a contingent from Paisley and Glasgow, landed at Kaiwharawhara (established the first Scottish settlement in New Zealand there) from where they spread throughout the country. For the 175th Anniversary (of the arrival in 2015) NZ writer Hugh McPhail (a descendant) researched the lives of ... Read more
Find out more »37th Annual North Lanark Highland Games
A one-day outdoor festival in picturesque Almonte, featuring Scottish Dance, Heavyweight Athletic competitions, Pipes and Drums, vendors, FREE kid's admission and activities including Mini-Highland Games! Info: https://almontehighlandgames.com/
Find out more »The Edmonton Scottish Society Highland Gathering
Be stirred by the sounds of pipes and drums, the sight of highland and country dancing, the thrill of heavy events (like the hammer throw and caber toss) and the fun of it all. Info: www.edmontonscottishsociety.org/highland-gathering
Find out more »Kapiti Highland Ball
Kapiti Caledonian Society holds an Annual Highland Ball every year for you all to come along and enjoy some great Scottish dancing, music and watch a display from the local pipe band at Waikanae Memorial Hall, 7 Pehi Kupa St. Info: www.kapitiscots.co.nz/caledonian or [email protected]
Find out more »September 2021
Wisconsin Highland Games
Celebrating Celtic heritage at the Waukesha County Expo Center. Info: https://www.wisconsinscottish.org/
Find out more »TASCAL 10th Anniversary Weekend
Celebrate the Tascal Scottish Country Dancers (Hobart) Inc. 50th Anniversary with dancing events, socials and a Ball. Info: Denice Walter: [email protected] or 03 6224 1105.
Find out more »The Gathering
A festival celebrating the very best of The Highlands and Scotland with a focus on folk and trad music alongside local food and drink. A one-day festival celebrating the very best of The Highlands and Scotland is set to return to The Northern Meeting Park. Info: www.thegatheringscotland.com
Find out more »Braemar Highland Gathering
Cancelled for 2021, returning September, 2022. Info: www.braemargathering.org
Find out more »ScotFestBC: The British Columbia Highland Games
Pipe bands, Tartan Run, Clans, entertainment and more at Lafarge Lake Park. Info: www.scotfestbc.com
Find out more »30th Canmore Highland Games
Canmore Highland Games take place annually on Labour Day weekend in Canmore, Alberta - in the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Info: www.canmorehighlandgames.ca
Find out more »Calgary Highland Games
At Springbank Park for All Seasons for a glorious day of heavy events, bagpipes, band, Highland dancing, tastes of Scotland plus much more. Info: www.calgaryhighlandgames.org
Find out more »Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival
Celtic music, pipe bands, Scottish Highland athletics, representatives of many Clans at Estes Park Fairgrounds. Info: www.scotfest.com
Find out more »Quebec Celtic Festival
A program of musical, sporting, gourmet and culturalCeltic events. The 2021 lineup will be announced in August and be available at: www.festivalceltique.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 »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 »Scotfest | Oklahoma
Oklahoma's Flagship Celtic Music Festival & Scottish Highland Games. Info: www.okscotfest.com
Find out more »Scots on the Rocks Moab Celtic Festival
Celebrate the heritage and culture of Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales at Old Spanish Trail Arena. Info: www.scotsontherocksmoab.org
Find out more »Ligonier Highland Games
A celebration of Scotland and a tradition of preserving and promoting Scottish arts and heritage at Idlewild Park, Route 30. Info: www.ligonierhighlandgames.org
Find out more »NESD Celtic Faire & Highland Games
An exciting opportunity for all individuals who have any interest in Celtic heritage, history, arts, sports, dance, music, food, merchandise, livestock and dog breeds at Richmond Lake. Info: www.nesdcelticfaire.com
Find out more »Clans on the Coast
Postponed for 2021 and back September, 2022. Info: www.clansonthecoast.com.au
Find out more »Isle of Jura Musical Festival
Island festival of Scottish traditional music which encourages local talent with concerts, workshops and sessions, and completes the bill with established acts to give them something to aspire to. Info: www.juramusicfestival.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 »VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-The Deans Family – Canterbury’s legend of heartache, tenacity and triumph
Fifth generation member of the family, Nicky Hobbs will ‘show’ us beautiful Riccarton House (acquired by Christchurch Council in 1947) and share the story of these amazing Scottish pioneers, including Jane’s ten-year wait in Scotland to marry John until he got established in this new country, then, as a widow made her family prosper at the Victoria ... Read more
Find out more »The Enchanted Forest
A stunning sound and light show that transforms Faskally Wood using dazzling visuals and innovative design set against an original music score. Info: www.enchantedforest.org.uk
Find out more »October 2021
Ringwood Highland Games and Celtic Festival
Pipe bands, Heavy Games, Clans and more at Eastfield Park, 119 Eastfield Rd. Info: www.ringwoodhighlandgames.org.au
Find out more »Arkansas Scottish Festival
For the first time ever, the College will combine Homecoming and the Arkansas Scottish Festival into a campus-wide festival, at Lyon College, 2300 Highland Rd. Info: www.lyon.edu/arkansas-scottish-festival
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 »Canberra Highland Gathering
Celebrate Scottish heritage at the Canberra Burn's Club Highland Gathering at Kambah Playing Fields., Free event with pipe bands, Scottish dance, entertainment and Scottish stalls. Info: www.canberragathering.com.au
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 »Celtic Spectacular
Think Riverdance, Scottish kilts and pipes, Irish whistles and fiddles, tender love lilts with the Queensland Pops Orchestra, Gregory Moore, Sarah Calderwood, Kevin Higgins, the Watkins Academy of Irish Dance, the OzScot Highland Dancers and the BBC Pipes and Drums at QPAC 2:30pm & 7:30pm performances. Info: 136 246 or www.qpac.com.au/event/qpops_celtic_spectacular_21
Find out more »49th Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival
Celebrate Scotland on the meadows of the Stone Mountain Park located in the Northeast suburbs of Atlanta, GA. Info: www.smhg.org
Find out more »RedStone Highland Games & Festival
Celebrate the thrill & excitement of the ancient Highland Games! Athletics, clans, Scot Bands, Dancers, Celtic vendors & more. Family fun in the sun! Info: www.redstonehighlandgames.com
Find out more »Scotland The Brave Pipe Celebration Dinner
On arrival be welcomed by the entire Brisbane Pipe Band. As the evening progresses so does the entertainment with fantastic not to be forgotten performances right up close and personal. If you're a passionate Scot or just love the pipes then this is an event not to be missed at Fox & Hounds Country Inn. ... Read more
Find out more »Scottish International Storytelling Festival
An annual celebration of storytelling, oral traditions and cultural diversity. Info: www.sisf.org.uk
Find out more »Illawarra Scottish Fair
Pipe bands on display, stalls, food, presented by the Illawarra Pipe Band at Dandaloo Sports Oval, Kanahooka Rd. Info: James: 0422 699 513, , [email protected] or www.illawarrapipeband.com
Find out more »VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-Glamis Castle: mystery, murder and a monster!
Glamis Castle (near Forfar, north of Perth) was the childhood home of the late Queen Mother. NZ Writer Julia Millen will talk about her Scottish family connection with the castle. As usual – this being the last meeting of the year, we shall start with a brief review of 2021 and look forward to 2022 at the ... Read more
Find out more »Caledonian Society of WA Halloween 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 »November 2021
Perthshire Amber
A traditional music festival taking place across autumnal Perthshire. Expect big names at the afternoon and evening concerts, plus plenty of other activities. Info: www.perthshireamber.com
Find out more »Beechworth Celtic Festival
A celebration of Celtic culture with Celtic music and events in historic Beechworth. Info: www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au
Find out more »Hororata Highland Games
A Scottish Festival with a Kiwi twist, with pipe bands, strong men, Clans, and plenty of fun for teh whole family at Hororata Domain. Info: www.hororatahighlandgames.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 »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 »Glasgow’s Whisky Festival
Glasgow's festival of the national tipple returns for 2021, with more than 60 stands featuring whisky, gin, rum, other spirits and whisky gifts in Scotland’s National Stadium-Hampden Park. Info: www.glasgowswhiskyfestival.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 »St Andrews Day Ball
Come and join the St Andrews Day celebrations at one of the top events of the year with the Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia at Pan Pacific Hotel Perth, 207 Adelaide Terrace. Info: www.saintandrew.org.au
Find out more »St Andrews Scottish Evening
St Andrews Scottish evening with live pipes and drums and $59pp 3 course dinner, at Fox & Hounds Country Inn. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
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 »December 2021
Daylesford Highland Gathering
Gather your clan and come to Daylesford on the 1st Saturday in December for a 'wee' bit of Scottish culture with a full day of piping, drumming & dancing. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.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 »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 »RSCDS New Zealand Christchurch Summer School 2021/22
Scottish Country Dance events and classes. Info: www.dancescottish.org.nz
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 »January 2022
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 »April 2022
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
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