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
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Take part in Scottish Dancing classes. Very social group, all abilities welcome. No partner needed, just a pair of soft-soled shoes at Picton Little Theatre, 9 Dublin St. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/picton-scottish-country-dancing-club/marlborough
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
A day of global whisky celebration, try a dram and raise a glass to celebrate the water of life!
Join Clan Cameron for a wonderful dinner, with a celebration of our Scottish culture, music and customs at The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre. Info: www.clancameronnz.co.nz
The ultimate Scottish gathering with music, dancing, and good times. Immerse yourself in the gathering of vibrant Scottish Dancing and Music! Enjoy captivating performances by our talented CPB members at the Broadgreen Intermediate School Hall. Info: [email protected]
A highlight of the Scots College annual social calendar, the Ceilidh is an iconic experience for young and old. The event is the band’s main fundraiser for the year at Scots College – College Hall, 1 Monorgan Road, Strathmore Park. Info: [email protected].
Pipes and drums, rock 'n roll and country music are a special mix at The Celtic Unleashed variety concert. This event is a variety concert fundraiser for the Hokonui Celtic Pipe Band at St James Theatre, 61 Irk St. Info: www.tussockcountry.nz/thecelticunleashed
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
Like lively Celtic music? Want to have fun while keeping fit? Come and try Scottish country dancing! Every Monday 7.30pm at the Manawatu Scottish Society Hall, Berryman’s Lane or every Wednesday 7.30pm at the Whakarongo Community Hall, cnr Stoney Creek Road & Napier Hwy. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/scottish-country-dancing/palmerston-north
The Wanaka Primary School PTA and Mount Aspiring College Friends of MAC are joining forces for this epic event-a lively night of Scottish music, dancing, food, and a wee dram or two – all in support of a great cause. No experience needed – our caller will have you spinning, stomping, and laughing in no ... Read more
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
An evening of lively Irish and Scottish music, songs and, most importantly, dancing at Puhoi Centennial Hall, 88 Puhoi Rd. Info: https://events.humanitix.com/the-auckland-ceili-ceilidh-band-irish-and-scottish-dance
International Tartan Day is held on July 1st. The day marks the anniversary of the repeal of the 1747 Act of Proscription that banned the wearing of tartan. Wear some tartan today to celebrate your heritage!
Like lively Celtic music? Want to have fun while keeping fit? Come and try Scottish country dancing! Every Monday 7.30pm at the Manawatu Scottish Society Hall, Berryman’s Lane or every Wednesday 7.30pm at the Whakarongo Community Hall, cnr Stoney Creek Road & Napier Hwy. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/scottish-country-dancing/palmerston-north
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Like lively Celtic music? Want to have fun while keeping fit? Come and try Scottish country dancing! Every Monday 7.30pm at the Manawatu Scottish Society Hall, Berryman’s Lane or every Wednesday 7.30pm at the Whakarongo Community Hall, cnr Stoney Creek Road & Napier Hwy. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/scottish-country-dancing/palmerston-north
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
Like lively Celtic music? Want to have fun while keeping fit? Come and try Scottish country dancing! Every Monday 7.30pm at the Manawatu Scottish Society Hall, Berryman’s Lane or every Wednesday 7.30pm at the Whakarongo Community Hall, cnr Stoney Creek Road & Napier Hwy. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/scottish-country-dancing/palmerston-north
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
Award-winning musician and composer John Rae blends music from his Scottish heritage with contemporary jazz, including acoustic renditions of pieces like Robert Burns’ Banks and Braes (named “track of the year” by RNZ Concert’s Nick Tipping) and original compositions by Rae at St Lukes Anglican Church, 1223 Amohia St. Info: https://events.humanitix.com/john-rae-celtic-roots
NZ Young Piper of the Year aims to showcase talents from around the country with the premier Under 21 Piobaireachd, MSR + Hornpipe & Jig events. ALL AGES. Novice, D, C, & B Grade events also acknowledged. Info: www.facebook.com/NZYoungPiper
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Like lively Celtic music? Want to have fun while keeping fit? Come and try Scottish country dancing! Every Monday 7.30pm at the Manawatu Scottish Society Hall, Berryman’s Lane or every Wednesday 7.30pm at the Whakarongo Community Hall, cnr Stoney Creek Road & Napier Hwy. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/scottish-country-dancing/palmerston-north
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
Come and learn the traditional art of Scottish Country Dancing - fantastic for fun, fitness and friendship. Beginners' course (easy dances) from 6:30-8 pm with Innes Scottish Country Dance Club. Start at any point you like at Stanhope Road School, 2b Harris Rd, Mt Wellington. Info: www.facebook.com/innesclub
Like lively Celtic music? Want to have fun while keeping fit? Come and try Scottish country dancing! Every Monday 7.30pm at the Manawatu Scottish Society Hall, Berryman’s Lane or every Wednesday 7.30pm at the Whakarongo Community Hall, cnr Stoney Creek Road & Napier Hwy. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/scottish-country-dancing/palmerston-north
A Scottish Festival with a Kiwi twist! Pipe bands, Scottish dancers, stalls, Clans, heavy events and more at the Hororata Domain. A great family day out with lots of chances to take part and have a go in Scottish events. 45 minutes inland of Christchurch. Info: www.hororata.org.nz/highland-games
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
Auckland's showcase of Scottish culture for all the family is back. Featuring Scottish Clan Societies, Highland Dancing & Scottish Country Dancing Displays, Pipe Band & Solo Piping competitions and more at Lloyd Elsmore Park, Bells Road, Pakuranga Heights. Info: www.facebook.com/aucklandhighlandgames
Join in for an evening of fun, easy dancing and live music! A ceilidh is a Scottish community event; our ceilidhs are family friendly and fun for all ages and abilities at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough
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!
Wear some tartan and join the Wellington Gaelic Club at the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner of Stoke and Hansen Sts in Newtown for music and dancing to a live band. Info: www.wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com
End the year celebrating Scotland with pipe band displays, Scottish dance, athletics, Clans and more at Caledonian Park. Info: www.waipuhighlandgames.co.nz
Bring in the New Year 2027 with a traditional Scottish Hogmanay celebration. Learn from NZ and the UK's best during six tailored Scottish Country Dance morning classes at Waipuna Hotel and Conference Centre, Mt Wellington. Info: https://sites.google.com/view/summerschool26-27
New Zealand’s oldest festival of sports, music & dance. A celebration of Scotland at the Turakina Domain, Cameron Rd. Info: www.turakinahighlandgames.co.nz
Bands from across New Zealand and beyond compete at Tauranga Domain. The event will be livestreamed and watched by a global audience. Info: www.rnzpba.com