Events List

The RSCDS WA Branch invites you to join us for the 45th Australian Winter School. The Scottish Country Dance School will be held at the Muresk Institute in the Avon Valley, 96km east of Perth. Info: www.wawinterschool.com

Hosted by the New South Wales branch of Pipe Bands Australia and held at Pittwater Rugby Park. Info: www.championships.pipebandsaustralia.com.au

A Scottish Country Dance youth weekend (aimed at 18-40 year olds). Meeting other young dancers is one of the great things about Southern Fling. Eat, drink and make merry after the evening dance to make connections with like minded people. All classes and socials will take place at North Ryde School ...

** PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO GROUND CONDITIONS ACT’s largest Scottish event with a full day of Scottish entertainment with pipe bands, Scottish dance, Clans, stalls and more. A free comunity event. Also a evening ceilidh will be held at the Canberra Burns Club, Kett St. ...

The WA Police Pipe Band will perform live in concert for the first time since 2016. WAPOL proudly present Superfly, a concert that mixes contemporary and traditional material, backed by innovative arrangements that push the boundaries of live pipe band concerts. The concert will also feature the WA ...

Celebrate all things Scottish at the largest Highland Gathering event held in Western Australia at Minnawarra Park. Pipe bands, Scottish dancers, Clan Village and the Perth Kilt Run – the only charity fun run in Australia that’s done in a kilt! Info: www.perthkiltrun.com.au

The WA Police Pipe Band will perform live in concert for the first time since 2016. WAPOL proudly present Superfly, a concert that mixes contemporary and traditional material, backed by innovative arrangements that push the boundaries of live pipe band concerts. The concert will also feature the WA ...

Maryborough RSL Highlanders Pipe Band with a mixture of Bagpipes, Brass, Highland and Country Dancers, this concert is not to be missed by and musical fans at Maryborough City Hall. Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/vince-henderson-memorial-concert-tickets-393473197927

Pipe band competitions, Scottish dancing, food and stalls at Dandaloo Hotel. Info: Illawarra Pipe Band, James: 0422 699 513 or www.facebook.com/Illawarra-Pipe-Band-131465760252032

For one night only in Darwin, The Highlander Celtic Rock Show will burn your heart with the roaring sounds of Celtic Rock at Kalymnos Club Darwin. Info: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-highlander-celtic-rock-show-tickets-369494025577

Come along and celebrate 40 years of Sydney Celtic Supporters Club with music, memories & special guests at the Hyatt Regency Sydney. Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/sccsc-40th-anniversary-dinner-dance-tickets-386259050217

This event is hosted by Clan Donald, Clan MacFarlane and Clan MacNeil at the Fogolar Furlan Reception Centre, Briar’s Rd, Felixstow at 12.30 pm. Luncheon charge $56.00 per person including a Haggis tasting and whisky toast to the clans. Entertainment by Highland piping medley and Highland danc...

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

Join the Redcliffe Scottish Pipe Band, Ishka Ceilidh Band, Highland dancers and more at Webb Hall, Recliffe Showgrounds. Info: 0407 146 374 or [email protected]

Pipes and drums, Highland dancing, haggis and more at Burke & Wills Hotel. Info: Marg 0429 700 217 or www.societystandrewddb.org

A celebration of Scotland at Glenbarr Homestead, 1400B Paris Creek Rd. Glenbarr was originally a home for Scottish pioneers and was one of the first buildings in Strathalbyn built in c1842. Info: www.glenbarr.com.au

The Queensland Piobaireachd Group is a monthly gathering of pipers and piobaireachd enthusiasts who play, listen to, and enjoy the ceòl mór at City of Ipswich Pipe Hall Limestone Park, Selwyn Edwards Dr. Info: www.pipebandsqld.com

For those with a love of bagpipes or beer (and especially those with a love of both), come on down to Brewdog for a laid back Sunday session of Scottish tunes and Scottish brews. Bagpipers are encouraged to bring a set of pipes and put on your best performance. For those that don’t play but .....

We regret to advise that this year’s Celtic Festival will not be going ahead, with plans to return for 2023. Info: www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au

Scottish-Australian singer Eric Bogle is an internationally known and respected singer/songwriter and will perform at the Palais Hepburn. Info: 03 5348 1000 or www.palais-hepburn.com/schedule/eric-bogle

The CCA is a non-profit organization that brings all Celtic nations including Scotland, Ireland, Cornwall, Wales & Brittany. This year we turned 40 & want to celebrate in style. Join us for a lively afternoon at the Royal Automobile Club, Macquarie Room, 4th Floor, 89 Macquarie St. $65 p.p...

Sydney will host an exciting match-up between English Premier League club Everton and Scottish Premiership champions Celtic as they kick off the newly created Sydney Super Cup. Celtic FC vs Sydney FC Nov 17 at Allianz Stadium. The England v Scotland football rivalry will be on full display as these ...

Celebrate Scotland’s patron saint with the Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia for food, music, dance and more at the Pan Pacific Hotel, 207 Adelaide Terrace. Info: www.saintandrew.org.au

The Queensland Piobaireachd Group is a monthly gathering of pipers and piobaireachd enthusiasts who play, listen to, and enjoy the ceòl mór at City of Ipswich Pipe Hall Limestone Park, Selwyn Edwards Dr. Info: www.pipebandsqld.com

This Gathering includes a captivating Street March in the Main Street of Daylesford and a full days Drumming, Piping and Dancing at Victoria Park, also a variety of Scottish Clans and clubs, stalls and more. The end of the day is heralded spectacularly with the Massed Bands, which is a spine tin...

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

The Arafura Scottish Dancers meet every Thursday evening from 6pm – 8pm at the Masonic Hall, Stokes St, Parap. Beginners welcome. Info: Mara 0438 842 138.

Bring in the new year with us, 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

Burns Supper and Ceilidh in the Valley. Info: www.scottishweekender.com

Wishing all our readers a wonderful Australia Day!

Unique Spaces in the historic Mission to Seafarers complex will burst to life with Celtic Rock and Traditional music, Scottish smallpipes, Celtic harp, jigs, reels, beautiful singing and great craic. Info: www.melbournecelticfestival.com.au

Pipe bands, Clans, Scottish vendors, entertainment and more at Eastfield Park. Info: www.melbournehighlandgames.org.au or www.facebook.com/MelbourneHighlandGames

Australia’s largest Scottish gathering with pipe bands, entertainment, Clans, dancers, parade and stalls in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands. A great family day of Scottish celebration. Info: www.brigadoon.org.au

Listen to the stirring sounds of the pipes and drums and a variety of solo competitions. Highland dancing, Scottish stalls and more at Maclean Showground, in the Scottish town of Australia. Info: www.macleanhighlandgathering.com.au

Celebrating year of Scotland with a great range of Celtic entertainement, stalls and more amongst the Australian Standing Stones. Come and experience this unique Festival in the spectacularly colourful autumn that is a highlight of the cool New England climate. Info: 02 6730 2400 or www.australiance...

The Knights, pipe bands, Clans, medieval villagers, Celtic stalls, singing and dancing at Berry Showground. Info: www.berryrotary.org.au/celtic-festival

Pipe bands, Scottish dancers & entertainment, Scottish Clans & community groups on display at Central Park. A free community event. Wingham is a small township 20min drive west of Taree on the beautiful mid-north coast of New South Wales. Info: www.bonniewingham.com

The National Celtic Festival, Australia’s largest and most diverse celebration of Celtic music, arts and culture ,held over the June long week-end in beautiful Portarlington, on the Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria. Info: www.nationalcelticfestival.com

Throughout the day there will be fun for all the family – there will be Highland and Country Dancing, Pipe Band displays, Strong Man events with the Kilted Warriors to enjoy as well as three-legged races, and the famed Kilted Dash to participate in. A multitude of stores and stands will surround t...