National Tartan Day 2026
Ottawa, ON , CanadaJoin the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band, Canada's oldest civilian pipe band, at Parliament Hill for Tartan Day celebrations. Info: www.sospb.com
Join the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band, Canada's oldest civilian pipe band, at Parliament Hill for Tartan Day celebrations. Info: www.sospb.com
The Revelstoke Community Choir is excited to present “A Celtic Celebration!” - an evening of rhythmic melodies, traditional ballads, and songs from the heart of Ireland, Scotland and more at Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre, 1007 Vernon Ave. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celtic-celebration-tickets-1982735911485
Get ready to celebrate Guelph Pipe Band Tartan Day with a delicious taste of tartan - it's going to be a piping hot event at Rockmosa Community Hall, 110 Rockmosa Dr. Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/guelph-pipe-band-tartan-day-a-taste-of-tartan-tickets-1982738866323
Join the RSCDS Hamilton Branch for an evening of Scottish dance and friendship at Scottish Rite, 4 Queen St S. Info: www.rscdshamilton.org
Tracing and identifying your ancestors in Scotland before 1800 can be very challenging, especially when trying to find those who migrated elsewhere. This course will provide an overview of various records which may contain useful information and will also outline records which do not exist for the period 1600-1800. Info: www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/centreforlifelonglearning/genealogy/tartanandstars
Pipe bands, Clans, dancing and entertainment on Vancouver Island. The Games will also host the World Women’s Heavy Events Championship, the first time held in Canada, at Topaz Park. Info: www.victoriahighlandgames.com
Pipers, drummers, dancers, heavy events athletes, and enthusiasts from Western Canada come to southern Saskatchewan each year on the May long weekend to participate in this exciting line-up of events at Victoria Park. Info: www.saskhighland.ca
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and raise a glass to celebrate the water of life!
Scottish country dance weekend and events hosted by Peterborough Scottish Country Dance Society. Info: www.pscds.ca
Live music, food and dance celebrating 70 years at St Josephs Banquet Hall, 300 River Oaks Blvd. E. Info: www.oscdg.ca
Brought to you by the Rotary Club of Gravenhurst, enjoy a sumptuous three-course food pairing followed by a delightful dessert. Scotch Sampling: Savour the rich flavors of five exclusive Scotches from distinguished Scottish distilleries at Gravenhurst Centennial Centre. Info: www.spiritofscotch.com
Events includes Highland dance, pipes & drums, heavy events, and sword competitions as well as demonstrations, workshops, live entertainment, and cultural exhibitions at at the Hal Betts Sportsplex, corner of Assomption Blvd & Vaughn Harvey Blvd. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com
A full day of Scottish events, entertainment and friendship at Georgetown Fairgrounds. Info: www.georgetownhighlandgames.com
A weekend getaway, immersing yourself in Scottish country dancing and the great outdoors. Get ready to dance, unwind, and meet friends new and old at the CAMMAC Music Centre situated on the picturesque shores of Lake MacDonald. Info: www.rscdsottawa.ca/cammacscd
Traditional Scottish Highland Games-enjoy the best in piping, drumming, pipe bands, Highland dancing, Scottish Heavy Events, whisky school, kids activities and more at Town Centre Park. Info: www.scotfestbc.com
Pipe bands, Clans, Scottish dance & heavy events, a ceilidh and more at Port Hope Agricultural Park, 62 McCaul St. Info: www.northumberlandhighlandgames.ca
Longswords, Heavy Events, Canoe/Kayak & Highland Dance competitions, Broadswords & Pipes and Drums competitions, experience the Highland cattle of Bullrush Highland Acres, Scottish market and more. Info: www.manitobahighlandgathering.org
A mystical Scottish village appears once every hundred years. Love, destiny, and enchantment await in Lerner & Loewe’s Brigadoon. Rich with sweeping melodies and heartfelt romance, Brigadoon is a story of enchantment and devotion, where the pull of magic competes with the call of the modern world at The Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park, ... Read more
An immersive experience in the rich and vibrant Gaelic culture of Cape Breton Island, featuring concerts, céilidhs, pub nights, and square dances, all set against the island’s stunning scenery. Info: www.kitchenfest.ca
Celebrating Celtic Heritage in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Info: www.kingsvillehighlandgames.ca
This annual festival hosts many activities, including Scottish heavy athletics, highland dance, music performances, solo piping, drumming and band competitions at Albert McGowan Park, 2025 Summit Dr. Info: www.kamloopshighlandgames.org
There’s something for everyone at the Tattoo: marching bands, acrobats, dancers, military displays, pipes and drums, and much more at the Scotiabank Centre. Info: www.nstattoo.ca
Ontario’s oldest Highland Games, a day of family fun with a Scottish flare at Embro Zorra Community Centre, 355644 35th Line. Info: www.zorracaledoniansociety.ca/embro-highland-games
Performed in the natural amphitheatre of Gemmill Park, Celtfest is a 3-day festival that celebrates the historical Celtic traditions with music, performances and vendors. Info: www.almonteceltfest.com
Enjoy three days and nights of lively music, exciting competitions, cultural workshops, and friendly small-town hospitality. Info: www.kincardinescottishfestival.ca
Scottish entertainment, pipe bands, heavy events, Scottish dance, clans and celebration at King’s Park. Info: www.pentictonscottishfestival.ca
This annual event is a celebration of the Scottish heritage with pipe bands, Scottish dance, clans, heavy events and more at Columbus Field. Info: www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca
Honouring 100th Year of the Orillia Legion and Royal Canadian Legion. Pipe bands, parade, clans, Scottish dance, Celtic vendors and more at Couchiching Park. Info: www.scottishfestival.ca
Come see pipe bands featuring musicians from throughout North America, highland dance competitions, the Children’s Glen, the athleticism of heavy events, and a host of vendors and cultural attractions at Churchill Park. Info: www.cambridgescottishfestival.ca
A celebration of Scotland on the beautiful grounds of historic Government House. Info: www.highlandgames.ca
The event consists of piping and drumming competitions, massed band performances, Highland Dance competitions, and Scottish heavy games. There will also be children’s activities, food trucks, beer gardens, community market with local makers and Scottish Clan booths, and a family Ceilidh, held on the Salisbury High School Athletic Fields in Broadmoor Lake Park. Info: www.sphg.ca
Ailsa Craig (Gaelic for “fairy rock”) is a vibrant village of nearly 1200 people, located just 20 minutes north-west of London, Ontario. A full day of Scottish events and entertainment at the Ailsa Craig Recreation Centre, 155 Annie Ada Shipley St. Info: www.ailsacraighighlandgames.ca
The day is packed with many events such as the Highland Dance Competition, a Scottish Dog Breed Exhibition, special performances by musicians, and of course lots of pipe bands. Info: www.uxbridgescottishfestival.com
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
Montreal Highland Games returns with a great day of Scottish celebration and connection at Douglas Hospital grounds, Verdun. With athletics, pipe bands, entertainment, clans and more. Info: www.montrealhighlandgames.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 vendors featuring Scottish wares and more. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com
The ultimate Celtic experience on the shores of Lake Huron. Info: celticfestival.ca
Come and experience a full family event including Solo and Band Piping and Drumming Competitions, Highland Heavy Games, Highland Dance and World Class Logger’s Sports at Nunn’s Creek Park. Info: www.campbellriverhighlandgathering.ca
A day full of highland activities, such as heavy events, highland dancing, festival entertainers, a kids zone, artisan and food vendors, and more. The day concludes with a Cèilidh performed by a live band. Info: www.flagstaffscottishclub.com/gotchf-event
A one-day outdoor festival in picturesque Almonte, featuring Scottish Dance, Heavyweight Athletic competitions, Pipes and Drums, vendors, FREE kid’s admission and activities including Mini-Highland Games! Info: https://almontehighlandgames.com/
Celtic culture comes to the Rockies with pipe bands, entertainment, dance, vendors, clans and more. Info: www.canmorehighlandgames.ca
This four-day celebration promises to be a memorable occasion filled with culture, connection, and community. Planned events include a flag raising ceremony at Halifax Grand Parade, a lively ceilidh, storytelling sessions entitled. Our Stories Past and Present, and an exciting bus tour to northern Nova Scotia to showcase some of Nova Scotia’s natural beauty and ... Read more
Enjoy Celtic music cold drinks, great food and incredible views on the best patio in the city at Toronto Island BBQ + Beer Company. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca/sast_event/celtic-island-music-festival
This short course offers an introduction to Scottish migration to the United States and Canada. We’ll explore the reasons so many Scots left their homeland from the 1700s to the 1900s and consider what life was like for them when they arrived. This course will be held online. Info: www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/centreforlifelonglearning/genealogy/tartanandstars
A unique celebration of Cape Breton Island's living traditional culture. For nine days each October you'll discover hundreds of events and activities. Info: www.celtic-colours.com
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!