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A very special evening to celebrate Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns, in traditional style. One of the best Burns events in the city for many years at the University Club. Info: www.standrews-society.ca

Join the Society’s Annual event that celebrates Robbie Burns who came to fame as a poet when he was 27 years old, and whose lifestyle of wine, women and song made him famous all over Scotland. Share a wee dram with friends, enjoy a traditional Scottish meal (with a gourmet flair) and raise your glasses ... Read more

Roast Beef and Haggis Dinner with Music and Entertainment. Social Time starts at 5:30 and Haggis piped in at 6:00. Sponsored by the Welcoming Team at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 25 St Andrew St. Info: www.standrewsstratford.ca

Celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns with pipes and drums, haggis, whisky, and dancing with the Scottish Society of Ottawa. Info: www.ottscot.ca/burns-supper-ottawa

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.

A festive evening to celebrate the life and works of Scottish poet Robert Burns. It's the biggest traditional Burns Supper on Canada's East Coast. This year we welcome Dr. Iain Nicolson Findlay as our chief speaker.He is a Past President of the Paisley Burns Club, and the 37th Member of the Guild of Robert Burns ... Read more

Entertainment by the Guelph Pipe Band, Stringymajig and Scottish Country Dancing, Rockmosa Community Hall, 110 Rockmosa Dr. Info: www.guelphpipeband.com

Join the East York Kiwanis for roast beef, haggis,and neaps and tatties. Door prizes, Silent Auction, Scottish Dancers, Cash Bar at The Birches Catering (Latvian Canadian Centre), 4 Credit Union Dr. Info: 416 451 6777 or www.eventbrite.ca

Dine and Dance the night away with the Lorne Scots Pipes & Drums in honour of Sir Robert Burns' birthday at the Pearson Convention Center, 2638 Steeles Ave E. Info: [email protected]

Kilt skate hosted by the St. Andrew's Society of Montreal at Patinoire Atrium, 1000 rue de la Gauchetiere. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca/kilt-skate.html

Simon Fraser University Pipe Band annual celebration of Burns’ Night. The evening will include Piping in of the Haggis, Burns’ poetry, song, dance and copious band performances by the SFU Pipe Band and the RMM Pipe Bands at Executive Plaza Hotel. Info: www.sfupipeband.com/events

Immortal Memory proposed by Bobby Kane HLM, Past President Robert Burns World Federation Ltd at Holiday Inn Winnipeg South. Info: www.winnipegrobertburns.org

The Cobourg Highland Games Society are hosting a Robbie Burns Ceilidh. A fun evening of Scottish and Celtic music and dancing, as well as a wee taste of Scotland, with The Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums, the Busker Brothers, Madman's Window and The Cobourg Scottish Country Dancers at ​LiUNA Hall, 560 Dodge St. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca/robert-burns-supper

Join the Scottish Heritage Society of Regina for their annual Robert Burns Dinner and Evening of Scottish entertainment (aka Ceilidh) at St. Martin's Parish Hall, 4720 Castle Rd. Info: [email protected]

A celebration of Celtic culture in Halifax. Info: www.facebook.com/hfxcelticfest

The 129th annual Burns Celeidh hosted by the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band of Ottawa. Our evening will have the pipes and drums, dancing and a big catered buffet, silent auction and cash bar - all in support of Robert Burns and the traditions of the dinner, the Montgomery Legion, and the pipe band.Tickets are ... Read more

With bagpiping provided by the Bridgecity Highlanders at ATB Centre, 74 Mauretania Road West. Info: www.kiltskate.com

Alberta Rocky Mountain Highland Dancers invite you the 2020 Robbie Burns Dinner, Dance and Fundraiser.Traditional Roast Beef Dinner with all the trimmings and Haggis and Highland Dance performances at Varsity Community Center, 4303 Varsity Drive NW. Info: Phone: 403-998-1057or [email protected]

Come out to support your community and enjoy an amazing evening of good food, good company, amazing music by Squidjigger - an incredible Celtic band, and a special performance by your very own local RCMP Pipes & Drums at Lachine Legion, 3015 Rue Henri Dunant. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/rcmp-c-division-pipes-drums-annual-ceilidh-tickets-77156275497

Get your kilt and skates on at The Great Canadian Kilt Skate. Info: www.kiltskate.com

Join the Clans and Scottish Societies of Canada, St, Andrew’s Society of Toronto and Toronto Marlies for a kilt skate and, later in the afternoon, enjoy a hockey game as the Toronto Marlies play the Rochester Americans.(Hockey game begins at 4 p.m.)at Coca Cola Coliseum. Info: www.kiltskate.com

The Amadeus Choir’s annual fundraiser. The choir will perform well-loved pieces from the Celtic Isles and Canada’s East Coast. Two shows (2 pm and 7 pm) at Jubilee United Church, 40 Underhill Dr. Info: www.amadeuschoir.com or 416 446-0188.

The Ardbrae Scottish Country Dancers of Ottawa invite you to their Catered Buffet and Ball at the Glebe Community Centre.We shall dance to the music of Torridon Scottish Country Dance Band. Info: www.ardbrae.org

Wendy and Mac perform around the world solo, with their band Beòlach and they're coming to the MWCF to bring a bit of Cape Breton to the prairies! Info: www.crpb.org/mwcf

Enjoy a full day of Scottish country dance and sustenance; refreshments, 2 workshop sessions, lunch, tea dance & treats at Lower Level, Knox Church, 160 King Street South. Info: [email protected]

Get your kilt and skates on at Calgary Olympic Plaza. Hosted by the St Andrew-Caledonian Society of Calgary. Info: David Aftergood: [email protected], 403-975-8902 or www.kiltskate.com

A weekend of Highland Dance in Victoria.The Victoria Highland Games Association and the Victoria Highland Dancing Association are offering two competitions over the BC Family Day long weekend. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com

Scottish country dance events at Chateau Lacombe Hotel. Info: www.rscdsedmonton.com/annual-workshop–ball.html

Presented by the RSCDS Toronto Associatio in the gorgeous Brûlé Ballrooms of The Old Mill, 21 Old Mill Rd. Scottish dancing, music and food. Info: www.dancescottish.ca/Tartan_Ball.html

Get your kilt and skates on at The Great Canadian Kilt Skate at Centre Wellington Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave E. Info: www.kiltskate.com

An evening of unique and rare whiskies in aid of the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital at The Mount Royal Club, 1175 Sherbrooke Street W. Info: www.whiskyfete.org

Scottish country dance events and classes at the Masonic Temple. Info: Bill and Jan Cunningham [email protected]

Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone. Or you can simply listen to the pipes and enjoy the sound of Scotland!

The beating heart of CelticFest Vancouver featuring some of Vancouver’s finest Celtic performers at Hellenic Community of Vancouver . Info: www.facebook.com/events/432334594373925/

RSCDS Vancouver is pleased to present two great events for your dancing and listening pleasure. Only $95 for both ($105 for non RSCDS members) Saturday: Heather Ball at Scottish Cultural Centre – 8886 Hudson St. Sunday: Afternoon Concert with Colin Dewar and Alasdair Macleod - Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1440 West 12th Ave. Info: www.rscdsvancouver.org

At the University of Winnipeg, pipe band events at Eckhardt Gramatte Hall with solo events taking place in adjacent classrooms and lecture halls. Info: www.facebook.com/winnipegscottishfestival

Scottish country dance event at At Crescent School, 2365 Bayview Ave. Info: www.dancescottish.ca

The annual celebration of whisky- raise a dram - where ever in the world to honour the many unsung heroes of the past and present, who have been crafting the King o'Drinks for centuries. Info: www.internationalwhiskyday.org

Scottish Country Dancers! A full day workshop & tea dance including lunch & afternoon tea. New location: Clarke Hall, Mississauga, Ontario. Pre-registration required. Info: http://www.dancescottish.ca under Events/What's On Near.

Celebrate Tartan Day with the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto. Info: www.standrews-society.ca

Tartan Day is a celebration of Scottish heritage on April 6, the date on which the Declaration of Arbroath was signed in 1320. Wear some tartan with pride today!

The Toronto Indoor Games are a long standing tradition at the Toronto Branch and are back with a new location for 2020. All events will take place at Toronto Police College beginning with solo contests at 8:30 AM and band contests at 1 PM. Everyone is welcome – admission for competitors & spectators is $5.Info: ... Read more

South Simcoe Scottish Country Dancing invites you to enjoy an evening of dance inspired by spring, followed by an indulgent light supper for only $10 at Knox Church, 160 King Street South. Info: [email protected]

Spring Fling 2020 Toronto will be the first Spring Fling to be held outside of Europe. If you are between 12 and 35 years old, no matter whether you are an intermediate-level or expert Scottish Country Dancer, you are welcome to join us! Over 35? Check out the Fringe at: www.springfling2020.com/toronto

Held over over a 10 day period, culminating in the May long weekend events held at Topaz Park, this is one of the oldest festivals in North America and one of the very few 3 full day Highland Games. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com

Celebration of Scotland with pipe bands, dancers and more. Info: www.georgetownhighlandgames.com

There will be heavy events, highland dance, and pipe band competitions, historical reenactors, workshops, kids' activities, and more. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com

The 57th Cobourg Scottish Festival & Highland Games at Victoria Park. A great celebration of Scotland with pipe bands, ceilidhs, Scottish dancers and more. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca

Pipe Bands, Highland Dancers, Heavy Games, Canoe/Kayak Races, Sheep shearing, Mounted Archers, Clan booths, sword demos & more at Legacy Park, Kittson Rd. Info: www.manitobahighlandgathering.org

A celebration of Scotland at Lafarge Lake Park. Info: www.bchighlandgames.com/

A celebration of Celtic music, dance and friendship at Caledonia Fairgrounds. Info: www.caledoniacelticfestival.com

Dust off your kilt and flock to Kingsville for the 2020 Kingsville Highland Games, a unique mixture of sports, music, dance and community. Lakeside Park provides the intimate setting for this stirring celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture. Check out Facebook for news and updates. Tickets at the Gate on June 27th, 2020: $25. Early ... Read more

A two-and-a-half-hour family show features the best of the best pipes, drums, bands, dancers, acrobats, and more. Info: www.nstattoo.ca

Enjoy three days and nights of lively music, exciting competitions, cultural workshops, and friendly small town hospitality. Info: www.kincardinescottishfest.com

Celtfest is a fun weekend of Ottawa Valley and Celtic entertainment, in the natural amphitheater of Gemmill Park in the heart of Almonte. It also presents a select group of artisans and vendors of goods with a Celtic flair. Info: www.almonteceltfest.com

The Games feature athletic competitions such as the Elite Mile, Scottish Heavy Events, and a Tug-Of-War, as well as competitions in Piping, Drumming, Pipe Bands and Highland Dance. Info: www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca

Celebrate Scottish heritage in the heart of Orillia. Info: www.scottishfestival.ca

Where you can see hundreds of dancers, drummers, musicians, and singers of all ages and heritages on a single stage! Featuring over 400 performers from all over North America paying tribute to our military past and present at Kal Tire Place, 3445 43rd Ave. Info: www.okanagantattoo.ca

Celebrate Scotland at Elgin Park. Info: www.uxbridgescottishfestival.com

Witness an outstanding display of music, dance, sports, fiddling, pageantry, and tradition.with more than 50 pipe bands are put through their paces to decide the North American Pipe Band Championships. Info: www.glengarryhighlandgames.com

Every year, the Montreal Highland Games brings together Montrealers of Scottish and all other backgrounds to celebrate Highland games, music and culture at Douglas Hospital Grounds, Verdun. Info: www.montrealhighlandgames.com

The Fergus Scottish Festival is an annual three-day celebration of Scottish heritage. Experience the best of Scotland in Canada, without the airfare. Info: www.Fergusscottishfestival.com

Hosted in the beautiful Margaree River Valley - a meeting place of Scottish, Irish and Acadian cultures - the games blend traditional heavy events with bag piping & highland dancing, running races, children's games and much more. Info: www.margareehighlandgames.com