Bruce, the comedian behind the 230k subscriber YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns with a new show. Laughs galore and quirky observations as he explains how Scotland Made the World. His unique style showcases and celebrates Scottish culture and history, in a way that will not only keep you fully engaged, but have you rolling with ... Read more
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
An evening of full-throttle entertainment featuring Maukin and JUNO Award Nominees, Rum Ragged at The Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre. Info: www.smpac.ca
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
A completely reimagined version of the College of Piping’s signature stage production. Featuring the instructors and students of the College along with professional musicians, this year’s show explores the themes of air, water, earth and fire. With ties to our Celtic ancestors across the Atlantic, Highland and step dancers along with pipes, drums, fiddle and ... Read more
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
Top-ranking Bands from across Ontario join the renowned Fort Henry Guard and Drums Corps for a night of musical celebration featuring performances of fife, brass, pipe and drums. Info: www.forthenry.com/event/tattoo
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 course will provide an introduction to speaking and singing in Gaelic, the Celtic language of Scotland. Students will learn pronunciation, basic vocabulary and useful phrases at the University of St. Michael’s College in the University of Toronto. Info: https://stmikes.utoronto.ca/program/smce4010-f26-songs-speech-of-gaelic-scotland
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
An annual celebration of Celtic culture, featuring music, dance, food, and family-friendly activities at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre, 1132 Invicta Dr. Info: www.fallcelticfestival.ca
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!