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Scottish Gaelic Beginner class, online
2020-09-24 - 2020-11-26 | Online event, United Kingdom
For the absolute beginner who is interested in or curious about Gaelic. No prior knowledge required.Please Note: This will be the only Beginner class offered until Sept 2021. Classes will include how to ask who someone is, how to introduce yourself, how to ask how someone is and how to answer that, and discussing the weather in the present and the past tense. 10 weeks with a review class the following week so 11 in total. An optional weekly practice exercise will be included (no checking if you’ve done it – so no pressure). Cost for 11 x one-hour classes $65 / $50 for seniors 65 and over / $50 students (students will have to show a valid student card at first class).
For more information and / or to register, email fios@torontogaelic.ca or www.torontogaelic.ca/new_site/

Scottish Gaelic Classes, online
2020-09-26 - 2020-12-05 | Online event, United Kingdom
Scottish Gaelic classes – two levels. Level 2+ 3:
Students should have some experience with the Simple Past Tense, Agam, and Orm. This class will work on adding to your Gaelic language knowledge and work on reading and writing, in Gaelic as well as starting to have Gaelic conversation. Cost for 10 x two-hour classes: $100 / $65 for seniors 65 and over / $65 students (students will have to show a valid student card at first class)
For more information and / or to register, email fios@torontogaelic.ca or www.torontogaelic.ca/new_site/

Scottish Gaelic Class, Level 4 - online
2020-09-26 - 2020-12-05 | Online event, United Kingdom
Students should have some experience with the simple past tense, future tense, past and future of irregular verbs, and conditional tense. Level 4 works on gaining comfort with speaking Gaelic and having Gaelic conversations so students should be prepared to speak in Gaelic and not only speak in English although English use will be allowed in class. Cost for 10 x two-hour classes: $100 / $65 for seniors 65 and over / $65 students (students will have to show a valid student card at first class).
For more information and / or to register, email fios@torontogaelic.ca or www.torontogaelic.ca/new_site/

The Enchanted Forest
2020-10-01 - 2020-11-01 | Faskally Wood, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED-Set amidst the magical Autumn woodland of Highland Perthshire, with pioneering sound and light shows and world renowned, our multi-award winning event has clocked up many accolades including the UK’s Best Cultural Event, Best Outdoor Festival and Scotland’s Best Large Event. Info: www.enchantedforest.org.uk

Scottish International Storytelling Festival
2020-10-16 - 2020-10-31 | Edinburgh – Scotland, Edinburgh , Scotland
Annual celebration of live storytelling, oral traditions & cultural diversity at Scottish Storytelling Centre. Info: www.sisf.org.uk

The Orkney Storytelling Festival
2020-10-22 - 2020-10-25 | Orkney – Scotland, Orkney , Scotland
THIS EVENT WILL GO ONLINE ONLY DUE TO COVID-19- A long weekend of traditional oral storytelling held in interesting, intimate and atmospheric locations. Alongside local storytellers, the Orkney Storytelling Festival brings invited guests to our isles from all over the world. This year will see tellers from Japan, Edinburgh and Norway. Info: www.orkneystorytellingfestival.co.uk

The Loch Ness Knit Fest
2020-10-23 - 2020-10-25 | Inverness – Scotland, Inverness, Scotland
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED- Knitting festival in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, featuring workshops, talks, presentations, fashion shows, marketplace, local musicians and much more. Info: www.lochnessknitfest.com

Scotch Tasting & Cigars
2020-10-25 | Winnipeg, MB, Canada
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED- Join the Winnipeg Police Pipe Band and celebrate their 100th anniversary at The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre, 281 Donald St. Info: www.wppb.ca

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group: The long arm of the Law – Scottish variety
2020-10-28 | Wellington – New Zealand, Wellington , New Zealand
Maybe not exactly the ‘arm’ but certainly the influence of Scots Law is seen in New Zealand. Dr Valerie Wallace, senior lecturer in the VUW School of History, will introduce us to the fascinating uniqueness of Scots Law, much of it coming from a base in Roman law, and the way the jurisdiction is set up. As usual – this being the last meeting of the year, we shall start with a brief review of 2020 and look forward to 2021 at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay. Info: www.wellyscots.wordpress.com

Scottish Ceilidh Club
2020-10-30, 2020-11-27 | Auckland – New Zealand, Auckland , New Zealand
Come and enjoy a friendly, fun evening of dancing and live music. No experience required, all the dances are explained (and they are pretty easy). Come on your own or bring a crowd, and bring a plate for supper if you can at St David’s in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: learnScotsfiddle@gmail.com

Perth Accordion & Fiddle Festival
2020-10-31 | Perth – Scotland, Perth , Scotland
THIS EVENT WILL GO ONLINE ONLY DUE TO COVID-19-A major occasion in the Scottish music calendar incorporating the official Scottish Accordion Championships for traditional music alongside fiddle competitions and a range of individual and group sections covering a variety of musical styles. Info: www.perthaccordionfestival.co.uk

Glenfiddich Piping Championship 2020 Online
2020-10-31 | Online event, United Kingdom
The Glenfiddich Piping Championship 2020 looks a little different for 2020. Staged behind closed doors at Blair Castle in Perthshire, 10 of the previous winners, and 2nd places, will come together to play Piobaireachd and March, Strathspey and Reel to find the Glenfiddich Piping Champion 2020. With no in-person audience this year, you are invited to watch via an all day online stream of all the performances on Saturday 31st October from 10 UK time. Find out who is playing and how to get tickets over at The National Piping Centre website: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk/glenfiddich

Central Coast Scottish Spectacular
2020-11-01 | Gosford, NSW, Australia
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED- Scottish Highland Dancing Competition, Pipe Band Competition, Scottish Country Dancing display, Highland Muscle Heavy Events (Caber Toss etc), Scottish Clan information at The Entertainment Grounds.Info: www.scottishspectacular.com

Beechworth Celtic Festival
2020-11-06 - 2020-11-08 | Beechworth, VIC
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED-A great weekend of Celtic fun and entertainments, events includes a Tattoo at Old Gaol Beechworth, Celtic Dinner and markets. Info: www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au

The Perthshire Amber Festival
2020-11-06 - 2020-11-08 | Dunkeld – Scotland, Dunkeld, Perthshire, Scotland
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED- Dougie MacLean with wonderful musicians performing to the most appreciative audiences ever, gathered in Perthshire in the heart of Scotland from all over the world. Info: www.perthshireamber.com

The 10th Hororata Highland Games
2020-11-07 | Hororata – New Zealand, Hororata, New Zealand
Celebrating 10 years at Hororata Domain, a full day of Scottish activities for the entire family. NZ’s largest Scottish event with Pipe Bands, Scottish Clans, Scottish Dancers, heavy events and more. Info: www.hororatahighlandgames.org.nz

Charleston Scottish Games
2020-11-07 | Mount Pleasant, SC, SC, United States
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED- A celebration of Scots in South Carolina at Boone Hall Plantation, 1235 Long Point Rd. Info: www.charlestonscottishgames.com

Balmoral Classic 2020 Online
2020-11-11 | Virtual event
The 14th Annual Balmoral Classic will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. This will be a virtual event, competitors submitting videos. Apply by October 14.
Those invited to compete may sign up for any one of three Prerecording Workshops with professional piper Sean Patrick Regan. Regan will work with competitors to ensure that they are prepared to submit their best recordings. On November 14, all competition performances will Premiere on YouTube, with LiveChat available to give viewers the experience of attending a live event. First prize for the winning piper will be a set of McCallum bagpipes. Info: https://balmoralschoolofpiping.org/balmoral-classic/balmoral-classic-competition/

Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club Night
2020-11-13 | Auckland – New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM at St Luke’s Church, 130 Remuera Rd. Info: learnScotsfiddle@gmail.com

Oban Winter Festival
2020-11-13 - 2020-11-22 | Oban – Scotland, Oban, Scotland
THIS EVENT PROGRAM WILL BE ALTERED DUE TO COVID-19-The coastal town gets frosty with a series of activities, films and light shows to celebrate the fluffy white season that carries the year to a close.There’s even a chance Santa might stop by, when he gets a break from all that present preparation. Info: www.obanwinterfestival.com

Auckland Biannual Ceilidh: Take Two
2020-11-14 | Auckland – New Zealand, Auckland , New Zealand
Biannual ceilidhs with your favorite family band, The Chias. Be sure not to miss out on these fun-filled evenings of dancing, laughter, socialising and camaraderie at Te Atatu Peninsula Community Centre, 595 Te Atatu Rd. Info: www.facebook.com/aucklandceilidhs

​The Gaelic Society of Toronto Online Ceilidh
2020-11-20 | Toronto, ON, Canada
Join us for a socially distanced song or a poem! Info: www.gaelicsocietytoronto.com

Auckland Highland Games
2020-11-21 | Auckland – New Zealand, Auckland , New Zealand
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED- Regrettably, due to circumstances surrounding Covid-19, the Auckland Highland Games Association has agreed to postpone the 2020 Highland Games. The next event will be held on the 20th of November 2021, Bigger, Brighter, and Better. Info: www.ahg.org.nz

Dunedin Celtic Musical and Craft Beer Festival
2020-11-21 | Dunedin, FL, FL, United States
This year will look a little different than past years due to Covid. See: www.DunedinCelticMusicFestival.com

The Dundee Mountain Film Festival
2020-11-26 - 2020-11-28 | Dundee – Scotland, Dundee, Scotland
Dundee Mountain Film Festival regrets that due to the ongoing guidance re Covid 19 it will be unable to present a full programme of events this year. The Festival is, however, making plans to screen a special selection of films, details of which will be released when arrangements are in place. Info: www.dundeemountainfilm.org.uk

Caledonian Society of WA Ceilidh
2020-11-28 | Inglewood, WA, Australia
Come and join us to celebrate St Andrew’s Day. All ages welcome. Music by the Heel n Toe ceilidh band. Come and enjoy a really fun night out at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 895 Beaufort St. Info: John: 0427990754 or www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com

St Andrew's Day Service- Sydney
2020-11-29 | Sydney, NSW, Australia
People who don’t want to miss out on celebrating St Andrew’s Day, despite the virus, are invited to attend this special service The church is taking special steps to ensure safety during Covid-19 such as social distancing and requests that masks be worn during the ceremony. Do come along, wear a splash of tartan with your mask and watch a colourful parade of clan banners which will be placed at the front of the church. Morning tea will be served after the service, on the front footpath to be safe at 197 Macquarie St. All welcome! Info: www.scottishaustralianheritagecouncil.com.au or 02 9389 1440.

Happy St Andrew’s Day
2020-11-30 | Nationwide – Australia, Nationwide, Australia
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!

Happy St Andrew's Day
2020-11-30 | Nationwide – Canada, Nationwide, Canada
