The Galloway Hoard is the richest find of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever made in Britain or Ireland. Melbourne is the second stop on a world tour of the exhibition,Treasures of the Viking Age: The Galloway Hoard, and it is the first time this precious collection of objects has ever travelled outside the United ... Read more
May 1 is Beltane in the Northern Hemisphere, November 1 in the Southern Hemisphere, and on that day we honour nature’s oldest love story. Beltane means bright fire, and in earth-based traditions, during Beltane, we will have a Feast and Ritual on Saturday, Handfasting, Broom Jumping, Maypole Dancing and lots of music. Info: Wayne 0415 ... Read more
Band displays, massed bands, quintet competitions, Highland dancing, Highland games at Wauchope Showground, High St. Info: www.facebook.com/PMWRSLPipeBand
Piping competition presented by the R U Brown Piobaireachd Society of South Australia Inc at Payneham RSL, 360 Payneham Rd. Info: www.rubrown.org.au
This highly professional show will showcase the amazing talents of our BBC Pipe Band members, who have performed on the world stage at World Championships and The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. They will be joined by the BBC Ceilidh Band, and champion Highland Dancers. Info: https://auccbpfa.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/154462
This landmark evening marks the start of a new chapter in bringing together Scotland-minded people in Sydney – from business leaders and creatives to young professionals and friends of Scotland. Join the Caledonian Society of Sydney at the Fullerton Hotel Sydney for a night of Scottish music, food and celebration. Info: https://events.humanitix.com/st-andrews-day-dinner-the-caledonian-society
Dance the night away with the Melbourne Tartan Festival and the Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club and celebrate St Andrew's Day. Don't forget to wear some tartan at Collingwood Town Hall. Info: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1453293
Celebrate Scotland's patron Saint with RSL Memorial Pipes & Drums Townsville at the Townsville RSL Club. Info: [email protected] or www.facebook.com/RSLPipesDrumsTsv
Experience Scottish tradition in beautiful Wine Country, with pipe bands, Scottish athletics and dance at Saltire Estate Winery, 113 Wilderness Rd. Info: 02 4058 3088 or www.huntervalleyhighlandgames.com.au
An evening of danceable dances, with live music from Chris Duncan, Catherine Strutt and Jennifer Strutt at Leichhardt Town Hall, Cnr Marion and Norton Streets, Leichhardt. Info: Robert: 0435 154 433 or www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1446796
Pipe band competition, Highland dancing and stalls at Truscott Reserve, Murdock St, California Gully. Info: [email protected] or www.facebook.com/goldencitypipeband
Celebrate St Andrew's night with your hosts, Toowoomba Caledonian Society & Pipe Band Inc. TCSPB will be performing, Highland Dance display, Community Scottish Country dancing (all dances called) at Drayton Hall. Raffles on the night, bar facility (no BYO), tea and coffee stand. Please bring a plate of savoury or sweet to share at the ... Read more
Don't miss out on this fantastic celebration of Scottish heritage and community. It's an event that promises unforgettable memories and new connections, join the Society of St Andrew of Scotland Queensland at the Royal on the Park Hotel & Suites. Info: www.ssaqld.tidyhq.com
Come along to Perth's Premier Scottish event the St Andrew's Day Ball. Ticket includes the Ceilidh & beer, wine, soft drinks, & 3 course meal. And not forgetting a chance to win an overnight stay door prize. We will have our honourary piper, the Coastal Scottish Pipe Band, Perth Academy of Highland Dance & the ... Read more
Get ready for an extraordinary celebration where Scottish tradition meets Thai flair in an electrifying night of music, feasting, and fun! Join the world-class Governor Macquarie Memorial Pipe Band and the iconic Scottish singing sensation, Mary Kiani, for an evening of soulful songs, soaring bagpipes and spirited revelry at Thai Rock, Stockland. Info: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1364918
The Canberra Highland Society and Burns Club have a magnificent night planned, with music by Shanna Golden and the Clubs famous Canberra Highland Society and Burns Club Pipe Band, also Highland dancers on display at Canberra Burn Club, 28 Kett St. Info: www.burnsclub.com.au/event/st-andrews-night-2025
Calling all clans to this four-acre Scottish Baronial Estate for a jam packed day to celebrate St Andrews Day and all things Scotland. From 11am until 4pm, the castle grounds will come to life with games and activities for children, live Scottish music & dance, Highland Cows and the best culinary offerings from Melbourne's leading ... Read more
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!
Gather your clan and come to Daylesford for a 'wee' bit of Scottish culture with a full day of piping, drumming & dancing at Victoria Park. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.com
An afternoon of music and song inspired by the sea, with a range of pieces from Scotland, The Shetland Islands and Scandinavia at St Andrew's Church (hall), 259 Barker Rd, Subiaco. Info: www.perthscottishfiddlers.com.au
Get ready for a night of music, dancing, and a buffet so good you’ll forget you came to hear the bagpipes at Northern Beaches Bowls Club. Info: www.mackaypipeband.com.au
For nearly three decades, The Pipes of Christmas has brought the joy and beauty of Celtic Christmas traditions to life for the holidays. The beloved concert brings together world-class musicians, soloists, and performers from across America and the UK for a stirring celebration of the Christmas season and the Celtic spirit during this International Concert ... Read more
Gallus Ceilidh Band will keep you spinning and reeling like never before! We believe in enthusiasm before excellence, so come along, gie it a go and swing your pants!! Let our signature combination of traditional Scottish reels and jigs lead you into the dancing, while the surprising twist of rock, dance and techno beats and maybe the odd Christmas favourite at ... Read more
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers, followers and friends a very Merry Christmas/Nollaig Chridheil!
See in the New Year with music by the Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. All ages welcome. Info: John: 0427 990 754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2026!
Calling all lovers of Scottish culture and lively celebrations! Prepare to kick off 2026 in true Scottish style at Tasmania’s most electrifying NYE event at Max Fry Memorial Hall, 60 Gorge Rd. Info: www.ceilidh.com.au/hogmanay
A new year celebration like no other back for its 163rd instalment this New Years Day. Athletes, dancers, musicians, and those who just want to soak up the incredible atmosphere of pipe bands and traditional Scottish culture at Princes Park. Info: www.highlandsociety.com.au/highland-gathering
Join in the traditional celebration of the life and works of Scotland's national bard over an evening filled with piping and song, fine dining, toasts, fun and friendship at United Service Club Queensland. Info: www.ssaqld.tidyhq.com
Pitch your tent, pack your tartan, and come away for a weekend of music, tradition and laughter. Join Mary Kiani and friends for a Burns Supper & Ceilidh. Info: www.scottishweekender.com.au
Grab yer kilt & come along and join the Society in celebrating Robert Burns. There will be the traditional speeches, a few Burns’ poems, and a ‘wee nip’ to toast the Bard. Your ticket includes entry into a quality door prize raffle. The night will include a few Scottish reels, jigs, and waltzes to the ... Read more
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns on the anniversary of his birth in 1759. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet’s friends, five years after his death. Pay tribute to Scotland's National Bard at events across the world!
Deacon Blue announce 2026 Australian Tour celebrating 40 years of music. Scottish pop-rock icons Deacon Blue are thrilled to announce their return to Australia celebrate the band’s 40th anniversary and the release of their latest studio album, The Great Western Road. With performances in Perth, Adelaide, Thirroul, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Info: www.daltours.cc/deacon-blue
Celebrate Robert Burns with the Canberra Highland Society and Burns Club with Scottish music and food at Canberra Burns Club, 28 Kett St. Info: www.burnsclub.com.au
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo marches exclusively into Brisbane in 2026. Suncorp Stadium will proudly host a full-scale production of the Tattoo’s 75th anniversary Show, ‘The Heroes Who Made Us’, four performances February 12-15th. Info: www.edintattoobrisbane.com.au
The Gaelic language will be celebrated as the annual initiative reaches its milestone fifth year of highlighting Gaelic's vitality and enduring presence as a living language. Under the banner Use It or Lose It (Cleachd i no caill i) – and organisers are encouraging people across Scotland and the global diaspora to get behind the ... Read more
A fun run/jog/walk on the famous Tan running track. Join the Melbourne Tartan Festival for a fun Scottish themed event & wear a kilt or article of tartan clothing - a singlet, shorts, scarf, tartan face paint. Info: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1460583
With its unique blend of world-class talent and a warm community vibe, the Festival transforms The Mission to Seafarers into a lively hub of music, dance and craic you won’t want to miss at The Mission to Seafarers, 717 Flinders St, Docklands. Info: www.melbournecelticfestival.com.au
Metropolitan Melbourne’s only Scottish festival with pipe bands, Clans, entertainment, athletics, Celtic dancers and more at Eastfield Park. Info: www.melbournehighlandgames.org.au
The Maclean Highland Gathering Solo Piping Competition takes place on Easter Friday afternoon, with the full events including pipe band competitions, Highland dance competitions, massed bands, Scottish vendors and more on Saturday at Maclean Showground. Info: www.macleanhighlandgathering.com.au
Pipe bands from across the country to compete in all Grades, incorporating a Highland Games and a concert evening featuring previous national champions, the West Australia Police Pipe Band. Info: www.pipebandswa.com.au/2026.html
Australia’s largest Scottish gathering with pipe bands, entertainment, Clans, dancers, athletics, street parade and stalls in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands. A great family day of Scottish celebration. Info: www.brigadoon.org.au
Celebrating the Year of Scotland. Get ready for a spectacular event filled with the sights and sounds of bagpipes, Highland dancing, kilts, clans, and the legendary spirit of the Scots at the Australian Standing Stones. Info: www.australiancelticfestival.com
A great family day out with pipe bands, Clans, medieval villagers, Celtic stalls, singing and dancing at Berry Showground. Info: www.berryrotary.org.au/celtic-festival
Showcasing the best of Celtic culture and folk from across Australia, as well as internationally, over the June long weekend. Info: www.nationalcelticfestival.com
A two day Clydesdale & Heavy Horse Experience featuring a Scottish Highland Gathering and Country Music Concert. The biggest, most spectacular Clydesdale event in the Southern Hemisphere at Beaudesert Showgrounds. Info: www.clydesdalespectacular.com.au
The Melbourne & District Branch extends a warm invitation to all dancers to meet at University College, University of Melbourne, Parkville for a fun filled week of Scottish Country Dancing with great teachers and musicians. Info: www.melbourne2026ws.com
Come and participate a traditional Highland Gathering in the glorious Upper Hunter Valley. Savour the atmosphere of the Highlands and be part of this well recognised event with pipe bands, strong men, Scottish dance, stalls, food and more at Jeffereson park. Info: www.aberdeenhighlandgames.com
This spectacular event will be filled with the sights and sounds of pipe bands, Highland dancing, kilts, clans and the fabled spirit of Scotland. From stirring performances to cultural displays, this gathering promises to be a celebration like no other. Imagine absorbing the stirring sound of bagpipes, the sight of Highland Dancers and ancient games. ... Read more