A one day event that features Celtic talent of all levels involving music, dance and stories performed by individuals and groups. Info: www.watervalleycelticfestival.org

A weekend of Scottish celebration and events at Legacy Park. Info: www.manitobahighlandgathering.org

The annual Perth's World Record Kilt Run is both a festive spectator sport and unique opportunity for runners of all ages to don a kilt and follow a route through the historic stone streetscapes of Perth and across the spectacular Tay River. Info: www.perthkiltrun.ca

A full day of Scottish events and entertainment with pipe bands, Alberta's largest Highland dance competition, heavy events and more. Info: [email protected]

The world's largest annual indoor show based with hundreds of performers onto the stage from around the world at Scotiabank Centre. Info: 1-800-563-1114 or www.nstattoo.ca

Fiddles and bagpipes, concerts and céilidhs, food and drink, Gaelic language and song, cheering and dancing, informality and hospitality at Cape Breton’s biggest kitchen party. Info: www.kitchenfest.ca

Wishing all our readers a wonderful Canada Day!

Family fun with a Scottish Flair at Canada’s Outdoor Park, 744906 Oxford Road 17. Info: www.embrohighlandgames.ca

Celebrate Scotland with Clans, pipe bands, dance and more. Info: www.kincardinescottishfestival.ca

A fun weekend of Ottawa Valley and Celtic entertainment, in the natural amphitheater of Gemmill Park with a select group of artisans and vendors of goods with a Celtic flair. Info: www.almonteceltfest.com

Featuring competitions in pipe bands, Highland dancing and Scottish heavy events along with concerts, ceilidhs, Clan gatherings and more. Info: 902-863-4275 or www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca

Celebrate Celtic culture with pipe bands, Celtic entertainment, Clan information and more at Kings Park. Info: www.pentictonscottishfestival.ca

Celebrate Scotland at Couchiching Beach Park. Info: 705-325-8442 or www.scottishfestival.ca

Workshops, entertainment, competitions and an opportunity to learn more about your Scottish heritage at Government House. Info: www.highlandgames.ca

A one-day event celebrating all things Scottish. Live music, Pipe & Drum Bands, Highland Dance Competition . Fun for the entire clan at Uxbridges Elgin Park. Info: 905 985 6573.

An annual event showcasing the drill and musical skills of various Canadian acts. Bands including fife, brass, pipe and drums fill the Parade Square with music culminating in a Massed Bands and fireworks grand finale. Info: 1-800-437-2233 or www.forthenry.com/events/tattoo

Parade with the St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal, 7:00pm at Wellington Street, Verdun. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca

71st edition of one of the largest Celtic events in North America and includes North American Pipe Band Championships- a great family Scottish event. Info: 888-298-1666 or www.glengarryhighlandgames.com

Social night with the St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal, 7:30pm at the Burgundy Lion. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca

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, 7070 Boul. Champlain. Info: 514-842-2030 or www.montrealhighlandgames.com

A four-day immersive educational event in the week leading up to the Celtic Roots Festival. Over 60 faculty - world-renowned experts in traditional and folk music, song, dance, and craft art - lead over 100 classes for every skill level. Info: www.celticfestival.ca

One of Canada's great Scottish events with concerts, bagpipes, dancing, heavy events, workshops, Clans, Scottish wares and more. Info: 1-866-871-9442 or www.fergusscottishfestival.com

Celtic music and events at Lions Harbour Park, 168 West St. Info: www.celticfestival.ca

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

Clan events taking place in Halifax. Info: www.clanmunroassociation.ca

Thrill to the sounds of the pipes in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains. Info: www.canmorehighlandgames.ca

One of the premier Highland Games in Western Canada at Springbank Park for All Seasons. Info: www.calgaryhighlandgames.org

Once again, the crew of the Empire Sandy, Canada's tallest sailing ship, will be hoisting the sails for the Scottish Studies Foundation , with Highland dancers, folk music and the pipes. Info: www.scottishstudies.com

Saskatchewan Scottish country dance events including: Welcome Ceilidh, Workshop Classes Saturday (for specific levels), followed by a Banquet and Ball Saturday evening. Info: Mike Blanchard 306-690-5182 or [email protected]

For nine days in October, Cape Breton Island is alive with music, energy and excitement as people come from far and wide to celebrate our rich culture. Info: www.celtic-colours.com