Upcoming Events › USA

Spend a beautiful fall day with us on a working farm, where Celts and Celts-at-heart will gather to enjoy live bagpipe music, Scottish and Irish dancing, faire food, gift vendors, kids' games and crafts, historic costumes, silent auctions, Outlander fan meet-up at Jacob's Reward Farm, 4308 Church Lane. Info: www.facebook.com/metroplex.united

14 year-old fiddler extraordinaire Owen Kennedy will perform a free concert in celebration of St. Andrew's Day. Check out young Owen at http://www.fiddlereokennedy.com. After the music, the cèilidh will continue with feasting on haggis (2 varieties, lamb and vegetarian), needs and tatties, apple sauce, gingerbread, scones, shortbread, Irn-Bru and more. Come. And wear a kilt ... Read more

The Campagna Center presents the 49th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend & Parade. Thousands will join us for a full lineup of festivities that will celebrate the rich Scottish heritage of Old Town Alexandria. Info: www.campagnacenter.org/scottishwalkweekend

The annual Saint Andrews Society Banquet and Ball with dinner, Bagpipes, Scottish Fiddlers, and ceilidh dancing. The celebration of our patron Saint Andrew and our Scottish heritage at the annual Saint Andrews Society Banquet and Ball. The Prince Charles Pipe Band, Highland dancers, and the Peninsula Scottish Fiddlers will perform. The evening will culminate in ... Read more

The Chicago Scots enthusiastically invite everyone who is Scottish by birth, by heritage or simply by inclination to come and enjoy an evening steeped in history and Scottish fun. The celebration of Scotland will include an exquisite dinner, live entertainment including bagpipers, Highland Dancers, a lively ceilidh, auction and much more. Info: www.chicagoscots.org

Come join the Saint Andrew's Society of Los Angeles and help celebrate Saint Andrew's Day at the iconic Tam O'Shanter. Step back in time to the charm of a Highland style Inn and experience great camaraderie as you're greeted by your fellow members of the Saint Andrew's Society of Los Angeles and friends. Info: Kimberlee ... Read more

Featuring a mixture of traditional Celtic music, themes from Erics film & television soundtracks, and songs of the Christmas tradition from the British Isles, Ireland and other Celtic nations, the evening will deliver a sublime musical experience at Marjorie Luke Theater, 721 E. Cota St. Info: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4418572

A group for anyone interested in learning Scottish Gaelic and in practicing Scottish Gaelic conversation. All levels welcome at Bylerly’s Creations Cafe, Ridgedale Dr. Info: www.meetup.com/Scottish-Gaelic-Conversation

21st anniversary concert-from the bold sounds of the bagpipes and the harmonious blending of brass, strings and percussion, to the poetic and lyrical words that complement them, the Pipes of Christmas is a festival for the soul at Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church, at 921 Madison Avenue (at 73rd Street). Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com or info at: www.pipesofchristmas.com

The population of Scotland and Northern Ireland today is less than 7 million combined. Yet, the number of people worldwide with an ancestry from those areas is estimated between 70-90 million. This presentation will provide information to assist in Scottish genealogy research at California Genealogical Society & Library. Info: [email protected]

21st anniversary concert-from the bold sounds of the bagpipes and the harmonious blending of brass, strings and percussion, to the poetic and lyrical words that complement them, the Pipes of Christmas is a festival for the soul at Central Presbyterian Church located, 70 Maple St with performances at 2 and 7PM. Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com or info ... Read more

Carols and holiday cheer with the American Scottish Foundation and the Burns Society of New York at the Union Club. Info: Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.com

A cast of international and regionally renowned artists weaves a spellbinding performance of Irish, Scottish, Welsh and Appalachian music, dance and humor in an evocative, inspiring show that will warm the soul with the music and dance of the ages. Info: https://events.rialtocenter.gsu.edu/online/article/celticchristmas

Wishing all our readers and friends a very Happy Christmas and festive season!

The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2020!

Come join The Saint Louis Scottish Rite Knights of Saint Andrew in raising funds for restoration of the St. Louis Scottish Rite Cathedral. After all, everybody is a wee bit Scottish on a Burns Night, at The Cathedral. Info: [email protected]

The pipes and drums event in Kansas City. World-class concerts, competitions, and master classes. Info: www.mhaf.org

The Burns Supper celebrates, in words and music, the immortal memory of Robert Burns and Scotland's heritage. Presented by the American Scottish Foundation together with the University Club. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.org

A weekend of Scottish culture and fun presented by The Scottish-American Society of Central Florida, with pipes & drums, Celtic entertainment, athletics, Clans and more at Central Winds Park. Info: www.flascot.com

Join the Scottish Society of Greater Bloomington in celebrating the 261st birthday of Robert Burns.Info: [email protected]

Whisky Tasting & Burns Supper, featuring Skerryvore and the works of Robert Burns at The Scottish Cultural Center, Louden Ave. Info: www.haggiscelticconcerts.com

Celebrate the bard! Presented by the Scottish American Society Of South Florida at Orangebrook Golf and Country Club, 400 Entrada Dr. Info: www.sassf.org

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.

Robert Burns Supper for DMV Scots with a connection to Lewis/Harris or Orkney Islands at 4104 Oglethorpe St. Info: Aaron Dorfman 202 870 2280.

The Alumni Clubs of The University of Edinburgh, The University of St Andrews, and The University of Glasgow, invite you to our annual Burns Night Supper & Ceilidh in the Grand Ballroom at the historic Willard Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest. Info: [email protected]eduni-dc.org

Grab your friends and cinch up your clan tartan, kilt and sporran for the annual Burns Supper Celebration. A night of all things Scottish! Hosted by Wildcat Bluff at Esquire Jazz Club. Featuring Scotch tastings paired with tasty finger foods and haggis. Music of the isles by Those Guys, Mike Fuller, James Lee Baker, and ... Read more

Celebrate the life and works of Scotland's most beloved poet and support the Dallas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, featuring three elegant courses, traditional Scottish entertainment, rare and unique silent auction items, good whiskey, good cheer and of course poetry! Info: Gary Pennington at (469) 273-0654 or [email protected]

The sound of the pipes, the beating of drums, Food Vendors, Merchandise Vendors, Dancing and Athletic events reminds all Scots of our ancient and glorious heritage at 3000 Ringling Blvd. Info: www.sarasotahighlandgames.com

Celebrate the bard with music, poetry and food at the Los Angeles Athletic Club. Presented by the Saint Andrew's Society of Los Angeles. Info: www.saintandrewsla.org

Celebrating the life and poetry of Robert "Rabbie" Burns. The Cumberland Knights of St. Andrew will host their annual Burns Supper at the Cumberland Masonic Temple, 15 Greene St. Info: Tom Paxton 301-876-0806.

Come join the Scottish American Foundation at Bryant Park as together as they bring Scotland to the ice for Kiltskate NYC Pipers piping and skating, Shot of Scotch dancing - bring your skates - wrap some tartan around you, no charge to skate, or rent skates for $20. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.org

A winter indoor Celtic festival bringing the Celtic spirit of the Seven Nations to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina at Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - Davis Event Center, 761 Boylston Highway. Info: www.ashevillecelticfest.com

Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment, and cuisine, paying homage to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy. Info: www.queenmary.com

With ​​Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games & Festival at The Hill Top Restaurant, 2030 Wells Rd. Info: www.neflgames.com/events

Bringing a "Wee Bit o’ Scotland" to the Northeast Florida area with athletics, music, food and fun of the games, at Clay County Fairgrounds 2497 State Road 16 West. Info: www.neflgames.com

Celebrates Scottish culture and heritage with a day full of activities & events for all ages at Plantation Heritage Park. Info: www.sassf.org/Festival

The premier annual Scottish event of Southern California with Scottish food, music and dance at The Long Beach Grand. Info: www.scotsmansball.org

Join the Caledonian Society of Arizona in celebrating the Phoenix Scottish Games 56th year! Enjoy food, fun, and entertainment while exploring the history, flavors and culture of Scotland. Scotland in the desert at Steele Indian School Park. Info: www.phoenixscottishgames.com

Every March 10th you are invited to go out and play your pipes – anywhere, anyhow to anyone. Or you can simply listen to the pipes and enjoy the sound of Scotland!

Celebrate St. Augustine’s Celtic heritage in America’s oldest Celtic city. Saturate your senses in the sights, sounds, and tastes of Celtic history at Francis Field, 29 W Castillo Dr. St. Info: www.celticstaugustine.com

Features Highland games and athletics, men's and women's competition prizes, Highland Dance competition. Entertainment including piping, music, song and dance, A gathering of Clans from around Hawaii, as well as from the mainland, at Kapiolani Park. Info: www.hawaiianscottishassociation.org

Celebrate Scotland with a march up Sixth Avenue in New York City, to the swirl of kilts, the skirl of bagpipes and the cheers of tens of thousands of spectators. Info: www.nyctartanweek.org

Tartan Day is a celebration of Scottish heritage on April 6, the date on which the Declaration of Arbroath was signed in 1320. Wear some tartan with pride today!

One weekend each April the Las Vegas Celtic Society throws the Las Vegas Highland Games, a massive festival for the community featuring Celtic music, food, vendors, and athletics at 500 S Grand Central Pkwy. Info: www.lasvegascelticsociety.org