Québec City Celtic Festival
Québec, QCA celebration of Celtic culture in beautiful Québec City. Info: www.festival-celtique.com
A celebration of Celtic culture in beautiful Québec City. Info: www.festival-celtique.com
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
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
Dr. Neil McGuigan will give a lecture that provides an overview of the book, its origins and aims, along with a summary of some of the main problems tackled and some of the solutions and conclusions offered. The talk will also try to provide a broader picture of Malcolm III's importance to Scottish history. Info: ... Read more
Join the Federation for Scottish Culture Nova Scotia for a Scottish Social. Info: www.fscns.ca
If you have never done Scottish social dancing, come and enjoy a new experience at St. Luke's Church Hall, Nelson St. Info: www.rscdskingston.org
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]
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
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
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
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
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].
With musicians and dancers from all over the Celtic diaspora at The Stage at St. Andrew's Church. Info: www.rejiggedfestival.com
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
Join the St. Andrew’s Society of Winnipeg in a celebration of St Andrew's Day at Centro Caboto Centre. Info: www.standrewssocietywinnipeg.com
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
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].
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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
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.
This annual celebration of the life and poetry of Robert Burns includes a traditional Scottish meal, entertainment, dancing to the wonderful music of Kilbirnie Station and a dance program to suit everyone at Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson St.
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
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
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
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