Learn Scottish Country Dancing

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

Looking for exercise that's fun? Try Scottish dancing! It's social and energetic – exercise for body and mind, done to toe-tapping music. 4 week course at Wellington High School Community Education Centre. Info: www.cecwellington.ac.nz

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm – 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: https://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

NZSG Scottish Interest Group – Greater Wellington Meeting

Tawa , New Zealand

May meeting. AGM followed by guest speaker Sarah van Eynhoven of the University of Canterbury talking about her research on the use of the Scots language by immigrants to New Zealand at Tawa Union Church Lounge, 6 Elena Place. Info: www.genealogy.org.nz

Rosco McLelland in ‘Sudden Death’

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

Glasgow’s finest is coming to the NZ International Comedy Festival. Winner of the Scottish Comedian of the Year Award. Shortlisted for the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award in 2024. Step into the wild world of McClelland's Sudden Death, where old friendships collide with the unexpected in a comedic whirlwind set in the heart ... Read more

World Whisky Day

World Whisky Day invites everyone to try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Events are taking place all over the globe. Info: www.worldwhiskyday.com

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-The Thistle Inn

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

From Te Rauparaha c1840 to Burns Night Celebrations in 2025. Richard Walshe, owner, will speak with us about the Inn’s colourful history and his plans for further Burns Nights festivities, at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay. Info: https://wellyscots.wordpress.com

Come Ceilidh Dancing!

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

A ceilidh is the traditional Scottish community dance. Everyone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm – 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: https://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

Come Ceilidh Dancing!

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

A ceilidh is the traditional Scottish community dance. Everyone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-Scottish Food Anthropology

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

Celebrating Scotland’s iconic food, we will provide Haggis with whisky sauce, tatties and neeps plus Black Bun for all to sample. Please bring along a small plate of your favourite Scottish food to share with the group and talk about how you acquired the recipes, Grannies cookbook maybe, at 197 Willis St. Info: https://wellyscots.wordpress.com

International Tartan Day

International Tartan Day is held on July 1st. The day marks the anniversary of the repeal of the 1747 Act of Proscription that banned the wearing of tartan. Wear some tartan today to celebrate your heritage!

Scotland vs the Māori All Blacks

Whangarei , New Zealand

Scottish Rugby's Pacific tour kicks off against Māori All Blacks at Semenoff Stadium, and will be the first time the sides have met since 2000. Info: www.scottishrugby.org

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm – 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: https://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

Manawatū Scottish Pipe Band – 100 Year Concert

Palmerston North - New Zealand Palmerston North , New Zealand

A spectacular afternoon of music, celebration, and tradition as the Manawatū Scottish Pipe Band marks its 100-year centenary with a special Pre-Worlds Trip Concert at the Spiers Centre. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/manawatu-scottish-pipe-band-100-year-concert/palmerston-north/tickets

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-James Campbell, intrepid Wellington Master Mariner

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

Great-grandson Lindsay Campbell will recap the arrival of James Campbell and discuss the movement of the family around New Zealand with insight into some family photographs, at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay. Info: https://wellyscots.wordpress.com

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm – 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: https://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-The Viol and its influence on Scottish music

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

Robert Oliver, renowned New Zealand Viol player, will share his knowledge of this mediaeval instrument and how he has promoted it within New Zealand. Hopefully we will be treated to a small recital as well  at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay. Info: https://wellyscots.wordpress.com

Come Ceilidh Dancing!

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

A ceilidh is the traditional Scottish community dance. Everyone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough

Wellington Gaelic Club Ceilidh

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

A ceilidh is held in the City of Wellington Pipe Band Hall, corner Stoke and Hanson Street Newtown, from 8.00pm – 12.00am. We are a very family-oriented organisation and we encourage participation by all ages and encourage the opportunity for you to wear some tartan. Info: https://wellington-gaelic-club-communn-gaidhealach-wellington.weebly.com

Come Ceilidh Dancing!

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

A ceilidh is the traditional Scottish community dance. Everyone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough

VUW Wellington Scottish Interest Group-Neil Oliver

Wellington - New Zealand Wellington , New Zealand

We will watch a short documentary by Neil Oliver, Archaeologist and Historian famous for his television appearances and worldwide geographical documentaries (e.g. Coast New Zealand)  at the Victoria University of Wellington Law School, Old Government Buildings, Lambton Quay. Info: https://wellyscots.wordpress.com

Come Ceilidh Dancing!

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

A ceilidh is the traditional Scottish community dance. Everyone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough

Hororata Highland Games

Hororata - New Zealand Hororata, New Zealand

A Scottish Festival with a Kiwi twist! Pipe bands, Scottish dancers, stalls, Clans, heavy events and more at the Hororata Domain. A great family day out with lots of chances to take part and have a go in Scottish events. 45 minutes inland of Christchurch. Info: www.hororata.org.nz/highland-games

Come Ceilidh Dancing!

Auckland - New Zealand Auckland , New Zealand

A ceilidh is the traditional Scottish community dance. Everyone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing at St David's in the Fields Church, 202 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/come-ceilidh-dancing/auckland/hillsborough

Happy St Andrew’s Day

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!

RSCDS NZ Branch South Island Summer School Ilam

Christchurch - New Zealand Christchurch, New Zealand

A week of fun-filled Scottish Country Dancing, music, and social events. Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Scottish Country Dance and enjoy a vibrant community of dancers from all around New Zealand, Australia, the UK, the USA and many other countries. Info: https://sites.google.com/summerschool2025-26.co.nz/rscds-nzb-summer-school

Waipu Highland Games 2025

Waipu - New Zealand Waipu, New Zealand

End the year celebrating Scotland with pipe band displays, Scottish dance, athletics, Clans and more at Caledonian Park. Info: www.waipuhighlandgames.co.nz

Happy Hogmanay

The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2026!

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