Bagpipes, Highland dance, dogs, Clans and more. A great weekend of Scottish culture, events and entertainment at Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr. Info: 760 726 3691 or www.sdhighlandgames.org  

The 3rd oldest Games in the USA with traditional Scottish Highland games events such as pipe bands, athletics, dancers and more at Lime Rock Park. Info: www.roundhill.org

Indiana extended weekend session for instruction in bagpiping and drumming. Piping instructors Jimmy Bell, Nick Hudson, George Balderose, Richmond Johnston. Drumming instructor Gordon Bell at University of Indianapolis. Info: 412 323 2707 or www.BalmoralSchool.org

The best of English Country, Scottish Country, and Contra dancing and more at Pinewoods Camp. Info: Dan Blim 734-883-6460 or www.rscdsboston.org.

Free event co-sponsored by The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Friends of St. Patrick, & The Caledonian Society of Hawaii at Bellows Field Beach Park. Info: [email protected]

One of the premier Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of Clans in North America. Info: 828-733-1333 or www.gmhg.org.

Instruction in bagpiping and drumming. Piping instructors Terry Tully, Robert Mathieson, George Balderose, Richmond Johnston. Drumming instructor Gordon Bell at Shady Side Academy, Fox Chapel/Pittsburgh. Info: 412 323 2707 or www.BalmoralSchool.org

Casual Scottish get-together for food & drinks, no reports, just chats.  Membership NOT required. Truman's Tap & Grill, 11161 E. State Road 70 #100, Lakewood Ranch FL 34202 (east of I-75).  Info: Caroline David, (941) 722-3056 or [email protected]

Maine's premier Celtic festival at Belfast Common and Steamboat Landing. Info: www.mainecelticcelebration.com

The festival will feature artists, music, dancers, highland games at 125 Seneca Street Extension. Info: 315-729-2124 or www.dundeescottishfestival.com.

Immerse yourself in Scottish culture at Mt. Hood Community College, 26000 SE Stark St. Info: www.phga.org.

Immerse yourself in a week of music with some of the best pipers and pipe band drummers in the world at East Stroudsburg University. Info: +1 412-323-2707 or www.bagpiping.org.

The only free Scottish Festival in Colorado sponsored by the St. Andrew Society of Colorado & Snowmass Village. Info: www.scottishgames.org.

A great day of Scottish celebration at Greenmead Historical Park 20501 Newburgh Rd. Info: 248 526-1849 or www.highlandgames.com.

Clan MacLeod events presented by Clan Macleod USA. Info: www.clanmacleodusa.org

A Celtic celebration with tons of music, food, beverages, crafts and fun for all ages. Info: www.spartacelticfest.org

Celebrate Scotland at Long Branch Park, Onondaga County. Info: www.cnyscottishgames.org

Casual Scottish get-together for food & drinks, no reports, just chats.  Membership not required at Meadows Village Pub, 5013 Ringwood Meadow. Info: Shona Burtner (941) 925-0462 or [email protected]

Full day of Scottish events and fun at Topsham Fairgrounds. Info: www.mainehighlandgames.org.

A weekend of Scottish celebration and entertainment at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village, 3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd. Info: 716-689-1440 or www.bnhv.org/scottish

Celebrate Celtic culture at Daly Mansion, 251 Eastside Hwy. Info:  www.bcgg.org

Presented by the Douglas County Celtic Society​ ​at Riverbend Park. Info: www.dccelts.org

A week of intensive study, recreation, and good times with people who share an interest in the music and dance traditions of Scotland and beyond. Info: www.valleyofthemoon.org

Celtic fun for the entire family at Waukesha Expo Center. Info: www.wisconsinscottish.org

Scottish events, entertainment and more at Altamont Fair Grounds, 129 Grand St. Info: www.scotgames.com

Celebrate Scottish culture, cuisine, competition and entertainment at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, presented by The Caledonian Club of San Francisco. Info: www.thescottishgames.com

Presented by the Clan MacRae Society of North America with a variety of activities and events for Clan members. Info: Judy McRae [email protected]

Immerse yourself in Celtic culture at the highland festival in Estes Park. Info: (800) 90ESTES, 970-586-6308 or www.scotfest.com

Featuring music, dance, athletics, art, food, and family gatherings at Edinboro University. Info: 888-8GO-BORO or www.edinboro.edu/events/highland-games

A full weekend of Scottish fun at Bartholomew County Fairgrounds. Info: www.scottishfestival.org.

In the heart of Music City Nashville focusing on the Highland athlete and to honor its growing amateur competitions. Also an outstanding musical talent from the area providing entertainment throughout along with a great Clan experience often described as a big family reunion at The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Lane. Info: www.midtenngames.com

At the Scottish Home (Heritage Hall) 2800 Des Plaines Ave. Open to the public and free to attend. Info: 708 447 5092.

A celebration of Scottish heritage at Loon Mountain Resort, 60 Loon Mountain Rd. Info: 1-800-358-7268 or www.nhscot.org.

Celebrating the best in music, food, culture and fun at Krull Park, 6108 Lake Rd. Info: 716 778 5730 or www.niagaraceltic.com

Celebrating 40 years of Scotland at Kearney Park, presented by the Fresno Scottish Society. Info: www.fresnoscottishsociety.org

Celebrate Celtic culture in historic Bethlehem at 532 Main St. Info: 610-868-9599  or www.celticfest.org

At the Antiochian Village and will include presentations on Gaelic tradition, song and instrument workshops. Info: www.gaelicusa.org

Celebrate Scotland at Dixon Fairgrounds, 655 South First St. Info: www.scotsindixon.org

Celebrate Scotland at the North Carolina Rural Heritage Center, 13040 X-Way Rd. Info: www.schgnc.org

The premier Scottish Event on the Central California Coast at Seaside Park, Ventura Co. Fairgrounds. Info: 818-886-4968 or www.seaside-games.com

Presented by The Scottish Society of Indianapolis and The Scottish Foundation of Indianapolis at German Park, 8600 S Meridian St. Info: www.indyscotgamesandfest.com

On the meadows of the Stone Mountain Park the sights and sounds of a Scottish Highland Games presented in a uniquely southern style. Info: 770 521-0228 or www.smhg.org.

A festival honoring the Argyll Colony, America's most significant Highlander settlement at Campbellton Landing. Info: www.caledonianfest.com

A weekend of Celtic fun at Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave Info: 804-356-1093 or www.vacelticfestival.com

The great tradition of Scottish and Irish music at Kern County Fairgrounds. Info: www.kernscot.org

A conference of resources and information to assist in the production of Highland Games throughout the United States. Info: www.asgf.org/conference

Presented by St. Andrew Society of Colorado at Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse St. Info: www.coloradoscots.com

Scottish country dance weekend & workshops at Asilomar Conference Grounds, 800 Asilomar Ave. Info: Patti Cobb, Asilomar Weekend Chair (510)858-7588 or www.Asilomar.rscds-sf.org.

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Modeled after Scotland’s Hogmanay Festival, the walk is a day when townspeople honor their community and merchants, wishing good luck and prosperity in the coming year. Join the procession of families, friends and visitors led by bagpipe-and-drums. Info: 757-650-3052 or www.portsvaevents.com

Experience traditional highland athletics, dance, art, music, culture, food and a Gaelic spirit at Central Winds Park, 1000 Central Winds Dr. Info: www.flascot.com