Chicago Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Wheaton IL, United StatesA celebration of Scotland at Dupage County Fairgrounds. Info: www.chicagoscots.org/festival
A celebration of Scotland at Dupage County Fairgrounds. Info: www.chicagoscots.org/festival
Celtic & Scottish music, dance, food, and history at Renaissance Park, 10542 East State Route 73. Info: www.celticfestohio.com
Scottish & Irish music, Clans, Highland Games, Celtic food and more at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. Info: www.hollandcelticfestival.org
This annual event promises a vibrant celebration of Scottish culture, featuring everything from Heavy Athletics and Clan gatherings to Celtic bands and Highland dance at Prosser Wine & Food Park. Info: www.prosserscottishfest.org
Where Celtic traditions come to life through music, dance, and exciting competitions. Info: www.wvcelticfestandgames.com
The Games highlight the traditional dance, music and athletics of the ancient Highland Games, at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Info: www.ohioscottishgames.com
It is with deep disappointment that the Board of the San Diego Scottish Highland Games, Inc. announces the cancellation of the 2025 Games. This difficult decision comes as a result of sudden and significant cost increases associated with securing our previous venue. Info: www.sdhighlandgames.org
Featuring all things Scottish-Bagpipes, Heavy Athletics, Celtic Dance, Drumming, Kilted Mile, Scotch tasting, Salmon Tossing, Highland Coo, Tug-Of-War and more at the Alaska State Fairgrounds. Info: www.alaskanscottish.org
Wishing all our American readers, advertisers and friends a Happy Independence Day. July 4th commemorates the Declaration of Independence, which is said to have been influenced by Scotland's Declaration of Arbroath.
In small group classes, 1-on-1 lessons, and camp-wide seminars, students will receive instruction on the Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish Snare Drum. Guest instructors for Balmoral's programs have all won major awards have incomparable records in the teaching and promotion of solo piping and pipe band music around the world, at Kutztown University. Info: www.balmoralschoolofpiping.org
High in the Mountains of Western North Carolina the ancient Celtic spirit beckons, home of America’s grandest Highland Games at MacRae Meadows. Info: www.gmhg.org
The excitement begins Friday night with food and entertainment at Payson Memorial Park. Saturday with Highland Dance, Highland Athletics and bagpipe competitions. Listen to Celtic music and enjoy entertaining Scottish dances ranging from a sword dance to an Irish jig. Info: www.paysonscottishfestival.org
A wonderful, fun, family-oriented event with music, vendors, sheepdog trials, athletic events - something for everyone at the Skagit County Fairgrounds. Info: www.celticarts.org
In small group classes, 1-on-1 lessons, and camp-wide seminars, students will receive instruction on the Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish Snare Drum. Guest instructors for Balmoral's programs have all won major awards have incomparable records in the teaching and promotion of solo piping and pipe band music around the world, at PennWest-Edinboro University. Info: www.balmoralschoolofpiping.org
Scottish Heritage USA celebrates their 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee this year, and they specially invite their members and their guests to join them for their Annual Dinner Gala on Sunday evening, July 13 in Banner Elk, NC right after the close of the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games at Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk Best Western, ... Read more
Celtic Music, Bagpipes and Drums, Heavy Games, Scottish Highland Dance, Scottish Country Dancing, Clan Row & Scottish exhibitors and more at Macalester College. Info: www.mnscottishfair.org
Scottish heavy events, Clans, music and more. Info: www.helenahighlanders.org
The 6th oldest Scottish festival in the US featuring the North American Scottish Athletics Championship, US West Coast Drum Corps Championship, individual Piping and Drumming, and Pipe Bands at the Enumclaw Expo Center. Info: www.sshga.org/the-games
Dayton's largest free cultural festival returns to RiverScape MetroPark for a celebration of Celtic culture. Info: www.daytoncelticfestival.com
Traditional Scottish Games at Greenmead Historical Village, 20501 Newburgh Rd. Info: www.highlandgames.com
Enjoy the traditional features of Scottish Highland Games, such as massed bands, pipe band exhibitions, individual piping, heavy athletics, and highland dancing at Spokane County Fair & Expo Center. Info: www.spokanehighlandgames.net
Events include Highland Games, Pipe Band competition and Celtic activities at the incredible venue of Long Branch Park on Onondaga Lake. Info: www.cnyscottishgames.org
The Alaskan Scottish Club is thrilled to bring the thunder of the caber, the swirl of tartan, and the roar of the pipes to Fairbanks, all under the glow of the midnight sun! This marks the beginning of what will become the northernmost annual Highland Games in North America, a tradition of strength, heritage, and ... Read more
A Scottish festival emphasizing traditional athletic competitions, also offered are highland and country dancing, sheep dog demonstrations, singers, a parade of clans, and Scottish food at Windsor Fairgrounds. Info: www.mainehighlandgames.org
The event includes artisans and vendors, food/drink, live music, Highland Games, and some unique additions like Medieval fighting, and maybe some Highland coos at Timber Linn Memorial Park. Info: www.albanyscottishfestival.com
A celebration of Celtic culture at At the historic Daly Mansion. Info: www.bcgg.org
The event features all things Scottish: The Clans, Bagpipes, Heavy Athletics, Celtic Bands, Celtic Dance, Vendors (Craft/Celtic/Food) Children’s Events and so much more, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the beautiful Mayville Lakeside Park. Info: https://96thhighlanders.com/festival.php
Features Highland dancing, pipe bands, athletics, clans, and more at Quechee Polo Grounds, 45 Deweys Mills Rd. Info: www.quecheegames.org
A weekend celebration of Scotland at Waukesha Expo Center. Info: www.wisconsinscottish.org
Pipe bands, dancers, Celtic entertainment, Clans and more at Altamont Fairgrounds, 129 Grand St. Info: www.scotgames.com
Music, clans, athletics, entertainment and more at 5089 Old Tavern Rod. Info: www.vascottishgames.org
California's largest and longest-running Scottish Games celebrates the very best of Scottish competition, culture and entertainment for all the family to enjoy at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Info: www.thescottishgames.com
Full fare of fun – including music, piping, dancing, children’s games, Highland athletics and more at Kindleberger Park, 122 N Riverview Dr. Info: www.kalamazooscottishfest.org
From Highland Games to Celtic Folk to Haggis; the Festival has something for everyone at the Covenanter Presbyterian Church, at 1199 Valley Rd. Info: www.covenanterscottishfestival.com
A weekend of Scottish events, music and celebration at Sanders Ferry Park. Info: www.midtenngames.com
Ceilidh is a musical about family, legacy, the enduring power of stories and having a good time. Lose yourself in the soaring music, the lively dance, and the timeless magic of a true Scottish ceilidh at M&T BanK Exchange at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, 401 W Fayette St. Info: www.ceilidhmusical.com
Be immersed in the traditions and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and all things Celtic at Niagara County Fairgrounds, 4487 Lake Ave. (Rte. 78). Info: www.niagaraceltic.com
At Highlander Festival, you will experience vendors of all sorts, Scottish dance competition, parade of clans, traditional Scottish games, pipe bands, and more at Tam O' Shanter Way. Info: www.kelsohighlanderfestival.com
An authentic Scottish festival and a celebration of Scottish, Irish and Celtic culture at Central Park. Info: www.okscotfest.com
A weekend of Scottish tradition, music and celebration at Denver Polo Club. Info: www.scottishgames.org
Watch professional and amateur athletes compete in traditional Scottish highland games. Aside from the kilts, Scottish Clans, bagpipes, skydivers, and athletic feats, there’ll be a craft festival with vendors showcasing their goods. Info: www.libationswinery.com/highland-games
The largest free Celtic festival in North America. Held in historic downtown, Bethlehem PA, 5 stages of world renowned Celtic music, U.S. National Highland Games Championship, pipe band competitions, fiddle competition, border collies, 50+ Celtic retail merchants, 35+ food vendors, Showing of the Tartan Parade on Saturday and more. Info: www.celticfest.org
Includes an Opening Concert on Friday, Sept. 26th at 6:30 pm. Saturday has a parade, the pipe bands, all the Celtic music and dance, and more. This event is free and family friendly at 131 E Main St. Info: www.scotsirishfestival.com
This event will have live traditional Scottish athletics, music, vendors, food, a beer garden, wine, spirits, historical displays and more. Info: www.hfccs.org.
A celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds. Info: www.celticheritage.org/mac-scottish-festival
A celebration of Scottish culture at the John Blue House, 13040 X-Way Rd. Info: www.carolina-highlandgames.com
The Four Corners region's premier event celebrating Celtic culture at Riverside Park. Info: www.aztechighlandgames.com
Host location for the 2025 Scottish Masters World Championship Highland Games along with Scottish Masters Athletic International A full weekend with multiple stages of music and dance plus Celtic Merchants & Food, Scottish Family Associations, Highland Cows, Sheepdog Herding, Blacksmith Demos, Tastings and more at 1112 North Shore Parkway. Info: www.celticfestms.org
This event will include the famed heavyweight games, sheepherding demonstrations, live entertainment, delicious food, various vendors, and fun activities suitable for all ages at Radford University. Info: www.radford.edu/festival
Every year Arkansas’ oldest city, Batesville, plays host to one of America’s most popular Scottish festivals. Pipers, drummers, dancers, athletes, Scottish clans, and vendors travel from all corners of the country to attend the event at Lyon College. Info: www.arscottishfest.com
One of the premier Scottish festival in the US, Stone Mountain Park will be featuring colorful pipe bands, Scottish Athletics, Piping and Drumming competitions, Highland dancers competing, Country Dancing, and Fiddling, Scottish foods and drink, clan tents, vendors and Celtic performers are also a part of this traditional gathering. Info: www.smhg.org
A weekend of Celtic entertainment and celebration at Center Street Ballpark, 250 E Center St. Info: www.scotsontherocksmoab.org
Athletics, piping, clans, Cerltic vendors and more at Humble Civic Center & Arena Complex, 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy. Info: www.houstonhighlandgames.com
A weekend of Celtic celebration at Rillito Raceway Park 4502 N. First Ave. Info: www.tucsoncelticfestival.org
A 3-day event filled with the skirl of the bagpipes and the wearing of the tartan. Info: www.saladomuseum.org/scottish-gathering-and-highland-games
The largest Gathering of Celts in Central Texas, a celebration of Celtic culture, music, and art at Pioneer Farms. Info: www.austincelticfestival.com
An annual event outdoor festival featuring multiple musical acts at Highlander Park. Info: www.dunedinsafoundation.com/celtic-music-craft-beer-festival
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!
Celtic music, Scottish Highland Games, artisans, archery, mead, and Santa. Info: www.sherwoodforestfaire.com/celtic-music-festival
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2026!
Features family-friendly Celtic rock and Traditional music, Irish & Scottish Dancing, captivating Pipes and Drums, and skilled sheepherding dogs at Marathon Community Park. Info: www.floridakeyscelticfestival.com
Experience traditional highland athletics, dance, art, music, culture and food at Central Winds Park, 1000 Central Winds Dr (East SR 434). Info: www.flascot.com
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns on the anniversary of his birth in 1759. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet’s friends, five years after his death. Pay tribute to Scotland's National Bard at events across the world!
Some of the world’s most accomplished Celtic musicians from Scotland, Ireland, Canada, and the US join to teach aspiring musicians. The Winter School is opportunity to learn tunes from some of the best players and the most creative instructors of Celtic music at Seabeck Conference Center. Info: www.celticarts.org
A celebration of Scotland with pipe bands, clans, entertainemnt and more at Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd. Info: www.suncoastscots.com
The largest and longest-running Scottish festival in Florida’s Panhandle with Highland games, live music, Scottish clans, dancers, food, vendors, and more—for two unforgettable days of culture, community, and Celtic pride. Info: www.pcbscottishfestival.com
Largest Military Tattoo in the US with 800+ International cast bands, pipes, drums, dancers, drill teams & more at Scope Arena. Info: www.vafest.org/tattoo
Celebrating seven Celtic nations in New Mexico, the Festival gives participants the opportunity to see and learn about many of the arts and athletics as well as the culture of nations like Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Brittany, Isle of Man, Cornwall and Galicia at Balloon Fiesta Park. Info: www.celtfestabq.com
Grand celebration of Scottish culture, music, dancing, athletic competition, children's activities, shopping, food, and fun for the entire family, overlooking Moon River at Bethesda Academy. Info: www.savannahscottishgames.com