Québec City Celtic Festival

Québec, QC

A celebration of Celtic culture in beautiful Québec City. Info: www.festival-celtique.com

Scottish Country Dancing Free Introductory Class

Ottawa, ON , Canada

Join the Ardbrae Country Dancers of Ottawa for a fun and friendly introduction to Scottish Country Dancing - no experience necessary, just bring your comfortable shoes to Churchill Seniors Recreation Centre, 345 Richmond Rd. Info: www.ardbrae.org

An Introduction to Scottish Country Dancing

Hamilton, ON , Canada

The main purpose is to have fun while learning the basic steps and technique of Scottish Country Dancing. The most common steps and formations are taught and these are put into dances at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave. Info: www.rscdshamilton.org/beginner

Scottish Social

Dartmouth, NS , Canada

Join the Federation for Scottish Culture Nova Scotia for a Scottish Social. Info: www.fscns.ca

Fall Celtic Festival

Oakville, ON , Canada

A showcase of  Irish, Scottish, Welsh and Cornish music, dance, art, food, and sport at Toronto Rock Athletic Centre, 1132 Invicta Dr. Info: [email protected]

Welcome Tea Dance

Hamilton, ON , Canada

RSCDS Hamilton invites you to their Welcome Tea Dance. A Beginner-friendly programme, including some ultra-easy, super-fun ceilidh dances.  Live music by Scotch & Soda, 2-5 pm at MacNab Presbyterian Church, 116 MacNab St S. Info: www.rscdshamilton.org

Celtic Colours International Festival

Cape Breton, NS , Canada

A unique celebration of Cape Breton Island’s living traditional culture. For nine days in October you’ll discover hundreds of events and activities taking place in communities across the Island. Info: www.celtic-colours.com

Taste of Scotland-Whisky Tasting Night

Montréal, QC , Canada

The St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal invite those interested in fine whisky to their annual whisky event. This ever popular event will allow guests to sample over 25 different brands of whisky and enjoy a buffet featuring a variety of delectable Scottish dishes at The Canadian Grenadier Guards, Officers Mess, 4171 Avenue De l’Esplanade. Info: ... Read more

RSCDS Calgary Branch One Day Workshop

Calgary, AB , Canada

The Calgary Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society organizes and runs classes, dances and other social events and is committed to helping develop Scottish Dance and Music for future generations. Info: www.rscdscalgary.org

Scotch On The Rocks

Hortonville, NS , Canada

Four ½ day Scottish country dance classes at Intermediate-Advanced level, a Scottish ceilidh & a dance with live music in Nova Scotia. Info: 902 542-5320 or [email protected].

ReJigged Festival

Halifax, NS , Canada

With musicians and dancers from all over the Celtic diaspora at The Stage at St. Andrew's Church. Info: www.rejiggedfestival.com

Scottish Country Dancing Social

Ottawa, ON , Canada

Join the Ardbrae Country Dancers of Ottawa for a fun and friendly Tartan/Plaid themed fall social at Churchill Seniors Recreation Centre, 345 Richmond Rd. Info: www.ardbrae.org

Scottish Country Dance-Tea Dance

Kitchener, ON , Canada

Kitchener-Waterloo RSCDS Branch invites you join them for our Afternoon Fall Tea Dance. At St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 137 Queen Street South. Info: www.rscds.kitchener.on.ca 

St. Andrew’s Charity Ball

Toronto, ON , Canada

The St. Andrew’s Charity Ball is a celebration of Scottish-Canadian culture. Attendees have been enjoying this elegant evening of music, dance and cuisine for over 100 years, at The Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front St. West. Info: https://standrewstoronto.ca/sast_event/charity-ball

St. Andrew’s Charity Ball

Montréal, QC , Canada

Join the St. Andrew's Society of Montreal for one of the most prestigious and time-honoured events in Montreal's social calendar. Don't miss this gala evening of dining, dancing and Scottish pageantry. at Marriott Château Champlain Hotel, 1050 de la Gauchetière West. Info: www.standrewsball.com

The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society-Dance Around the World

Taking dancers on a journey from Scotland around the world and back, the programme features 12 dances with connections to six continents through devisers, themes and locations, before bringing everyone together with The Homecoming Dance. Dance Around the World will mark one year since the RSCDS Centenary and on this day we want to fill ... Read more

2024 PPBSO Awards Gala

Hamilton, ON , Canada

The Pipers and Pipe Band Society of Ontario Champion Supreme Awad Gala. Includes Solo and pipe band performances and Celtic music at Scottish Rite. Info: www.pipebandsontario.org

St. Andrew’s Fall Mixer

Toronto, ON , Canada

Come raise a glass with the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto to celebrate Scotland’s national day. The room will be filled with foot-stomping tunes from both sides of the Atlantic, at  The Rivoli, 332 Queen Street West. Info: https://standrewstoronto.ca/sast_event/fall-mixer

Happy St Andrew’s Day

Nationwide

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!

SASOW Celebration of St. Andrew’s Day

Winnipeg, MB , Canada

Join the St. Andrew’s Society of Winnipeg in a celebration of St Andrew's Day at Centro Caboto Centre. Info: www.standrewssocietywinnipeg.com

Ardbrae Country Dancers of Ottawa Christmas Social

Ottawa, ON , Canada

Join the Ardbrae Country Dancers of Ottawa for potluck finger food and Deborah Connors’ Silent Auction add to the festive atmosphere of our Christmas Social, at Churchill Seniors Recreation Centre, 345 Richmond Rd. Info: www.ardbrae.org

St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal Christmas Party

Montréal, QC , Canada

There will be food, games, presents, and Santa Claus. There will be activities for children, and entertainment for adults and children alike. Hosted by the Youth Committee at Officers' Mess, Black Watch Armoury, ​2067 Bleury St. Info:  Julia Rochford, Chair of the St. Andrew's Society Youth Committee: [email protected].

Happy Christmas

The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers, followers and friends a very Merry Christmas!

Happy Hogmanay

Nationwide

The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2025!

A Celebration of Robbie Burns with Blackthorn

Coquitlam, BC , Canada

Join Place des Arts for their 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.placedesarts.ca

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.

Glengarry Kilt Skate 2025

Maxville, ON , Canada

Everyone is invited to skate in their kilted attire 11:30 pm to 2 pm at the Maxville and District Sports Complex, 25 Fair St for the Great Canadian Kilt Skate - North Glengarry Edition. Info: www.kiltskate.com  

Kingsville Highland Games

Kingsville, ON , Canada

A great celebration of the Scottish Canadian community. Pipe band displays and competitions, Clans & heritage displays, Scottish dance and competitions, vendors, enetertainment and more at Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village, 6155 Arner Town Line. Info: www.kingsvillehighlandgames.ca

Glengarry Highland Games

Maxville, ON , Canada

A celebration of Scottish tradition with Scottish heavy events, pipes bands and the North American Pipe Band Championships, Scottish Clans, Celtic entertainment and more. Info: www.glengarryhighlandgames.com

80th Fergus Scottish Festival

Fergus, ON , Canada

An annual three-day event that celebrates local Scottish heritage and features world-renowned talent and entertainment. Featuring: Heavy Events Competitions, Pipe Band Competitions, Highland Dancers, over 50 Clans & Heritage Village, Whisky Tasting, McKiddie’s Centre, Celtic musicians and international vendors featuring Scottish wares and more. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com

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