NZ Young Piper of the Year

Nelson - New Zealand Nelson, New Zealand

NZ Young Piper of the Year aims to showcase talents from around the country with the premier Under 21 Piobaireachd, MSR + Hornpipe & Jig events. Novice, D, C, & B Grade events also acknowledged. Info: www.facebook.com/NZYoungPiper

Thistles: Scottish Genealogy Special Interest Group

Whangaparaoa, Auckland , New Zealand

Calling all Scots: the HBC Genealogy Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists introduces: Thistles. This Scottish, special interest, genealogy group will meet at Whangaparaoa Library, 9 Main St, Whangaparaoa to listen to speakers and discuss Scottish history topics. Come along and give it laldy! Info: Garry Phillips 021-902-715 or [email protected].

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm - 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: http://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

Scottish Whiskies & New Zealand Cheeses

Blenheim - New Zealand Blenheim, New Zealand

Join Whisky Galore and Cheese & Cheers for an evening appreciating single malt whiskies from around Scotland paired with matching NZ cheeses. You will be tasting six whiskies from the Lowlands, Campbeltown, Highlands, Speyside and Islay accompanied by the best matching New Zealand cheeses, and will be discussing the history and distilleries of each whisky. ... Read more

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-Ship’s Boy from Rothesay to well-known Wellington Master Mariner

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

MemberLindsay Campbell‘s great grandfather James Campbell (born 1825 – family from Kilfinan, Argyll) served his apprenticeship in British waters; came to New Zealand in 1855 – had had time in India (cholera) and the Australian gold fields. Few internal roads in the country so coastal shipping was vital; James and two brothers very involved. This ... Read more

Hororata Highland Games

Hororata - New Zealand Hororata, New Zealand

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

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm - 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: http://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society-Dance Around the World

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

Happy St Andrew’s Day

Nationwide

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!

Thistles: Scottish Genealogy Special Interest Group

Whangaparaoa, Auckland , New Zealand

Calling all Scots: the HBC Genealogy Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists introduces: Thistles. This Scottish, special interest, genealogy group will meet at Whangaparaoa Library, 9 Main St, Whangaparaoa to listen to speakers and discuss Scottish history topics. Come along and give it laldy! Info: Garry Phillips 021-902-715 or [email protected].

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm - 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: http://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

Happy Christmas

The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers, followers and friends a very Merry Christmas!

RSCDS NZ Branch Wellington Summer School 2024/25

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

Join RSCDS NZ at Scots College, Strathmore, Wellington for a packed programme of Scottish country dance classes, socials and formals. Info: www.nzsummerschool2024.nz

Waipu Highland Games

Waipu - New Zealand Waipu, New Zealand

New date for 2024. With pipe bands, solos, Highland dance, athletics, Clans and more at Caledonian Park. Info: www.waipuhighlandgames.co.nz

Happy Hogmanay

Nationwide

The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2025!

Wellington Region Hogmanay

Wellingon , New Zealand

Scottish country dance event as part of NZ Branch Summer School being held at Scots College, Strathmore Park. Info: www.wellingtonscd.org.nz/event/wellington-hogmanay

Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands’ Association Summer School

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

Scots College in Wellington will play host to RNZPBA's annual gathering of pipers and drummers from across New Zealand, Australia and the world. Info: www.rnzpba.com

Thistle & The Shamrock

Nationwide - New Zealand Nationwide, New Zealand

Experience the best of Irish and Scottish music with Thistle & The Shamrock. A lively and heartwarming concert with talented fiddler, accordionist, and singers who bring to life rich musical traditions and cultural heritage. Info: www.operatunity.co.nz/thistle-and-the-shamrock

Happy Burns Night

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.

160th Turakina Highland Games

Turakina - New Zealand Turakina , New Zealand

A Scottish festival for all the family. All the events you’d expect; Highland & National Dancing, pipe bands, solo drumming and solo piping. This year featuring the New Zealand Open Solo Piping competitions at Turakina Domain, Cameron Rd. Info: www.turakinahighlandgames.co.nz

Paeroa Highland Games and Tattoo

Paeroa - New Zealand Paeroa, New Zealand

Heavyweight Field events, Highland dancing, massed pipe bands, Clan village, pipe band contest and evening tattoo performace at at the Paeroa Domain. Info: www.paeroahighlandgames.co.nz

DramFest

Christchurch - New Zealand Christchurch, New Zealand

Exhibitors representing distilleries, producers and independent bottlers from Scotland, Japan, Ireland and around the whisky world. Info: www.dramfest.co.nz

2025 New Zealand Pipe Band Championships

Invercargill , New Zealand

The event is great spectacle for the Southland community to come and enjoy the call of the pipes, the beat of the drums and the swirl of the tartans. Last time around 7,000 people either participated or attended the event.The event will be livestreamed and watched by a global audience. At the Cricket Grounds, Queens ... Read more

Clan Mackenzie Society NZ Gathering & AGM

Palmerston North - New Zealand Palmerston North , New Zealand

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the clan's formation in New Zealand. Info: www.clanmackenzienz.org

Mackenzie Highland A & P Show

Fairlie , New Zealand

The Mackenzie A&P Highland Show is the largest one day show in New Zealand with pipe bands and agricultural events at the Fairlie A&P Showgrounds. Info: www.mackenzieshow.co.nz

2025 Piobaireachd Seminar

Hastings - New Zealand Hastings, New Zealand

Unlock the secrets of world-class piping with legends Patricia and Murray Henderson! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced piper, this world class piobaireachd seminar offers hands-on instruction, expert tips, and personalized feedback from two of the most respected names in piping at Lindisfarne College. Info: www.cnpnz.co.nz/2025-Piobaireach-Seminar

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