Virginia International Tattoo
Norfolk, VA VA, United StatesLargest Military Tattoo in the US, with 800+ international cast bands, pipes, drums, dancers, drill teams & more at Scope Arena. Info: www.vafest.org/tattoo
Largest Military Tattoo in the US, with 800+ international cast bands, pipes, drums, dancers, drill teams & more at Scope Arena. Info: www.vafest.org/tattoo
Celtic entertainment, vendors, dancing and music. A family-friendly good time for all at Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Rd. Info: www.hcaf.com/celtic-festival
Celtic bands, Clans, historical displays, Scottish/Irish country dance performances and more at Jefferson Patterson Park, 10515 Mackall Rd. Info: www.cssm.org
This FREE to attend festival, in beautiful and historic downtown Woodland California, will showcase Scottish music, dance, food and culture. Kilted Pipe Bands, Solo Pipers and Drummers, Drum Majors and Scottish Highland Dancers will compete throughout the day along Main Street, culminating in the much anticipated gathering of the Massed Pipes and Drums playing “Scotland ... Read more
Music, clans, food and more at Wise County Fairgrounds. Info: www.decaturcelticfestival.com
A weekend of Celtic celebration with entertainment, Clans, Scottish Games and more. Info: www.KVMRCelticFestival.org
A grand celebration of Scottish heritage, with Celtic music, Scottish clans/societies, pipe bands, Highland dancing, heavy athletic events, children's activities, sheep herding, falconry, genealogy, food, refreshments and fun for the entire family at Bethesda Academy. Info: www.savannahscottishgames.com
Celebrating seven Celtic nations with Celtic music and entretainment, marketplace, Clans and more at Albuquerque's Balloon Fiesta Park. Info: www.celtfestabq.com
This lively celebration features thrilling entertainment, a dedicated children’s area, rich cultural activities, traditional dancing, and a bustling beer garden. Experience the excitement of piping and drumming contests, explore Gaelic Football and Hurling exhibitions, and savor delicious food from a diverse selection of vendors at Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Ln. Info: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/615f08a1-9bb7-4c6b-976c-7f69a872e89c
Free event with Celtic music, Clans, crafts, game demonstrations, Highland Cows, 24 Falls Rd. Info: www.better-badin.org
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
A day of athletics, music, dancing, food, and arts celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture at Fair Hill Fairgrounds. Info: www.fairhillscottishgames.org
Scotland in the Smokies at Tennessee’s oldest festival of Scottish, Irish and Celtic culture at the Townsend Visitor Center, 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Info: www.smokymountaingames.org
Immerse yourself in the rich Scottish heritage and witness incredible displays of strength, skill, and tradition at Schroeder Park, 359 Old Meramec Station Rd. Info: www.stlouis-scottishgames.com
A full weekend of Scottish entertainment, events and displays at Alma College. Info: www.almahighlandfestival.com
A celebration of Scotland Memorial Day Weekend at Furman University. Info: www.gallabrae.com
Experience two days of world class Celtic music, piping and drumming competitions, Highland dancing contests, Scottish heavy athletics at Orange County Fair & Event Center. Info: www.scottishfest.com
A unique celebration of Celtic culture, complete with music, dance, food, and good ‘old-fashioned Scottish fun, at the Mollie Spencer Farm. Info: www.thestirlingclassicsf.com
The event benefits paws4vets and features professional athletes (including the East Coast Women's Championship competition), clan tents, vendors, food trucks, music, Highland dancing, herding dog demonstrations, sword fighting and more at 3600 Randall Parkway. Info: www.portcityhighlandgames.com
A vibrant celebration of Scottish culture at the Irving Grange. Info: www.eugenescottishfestival.org
The annual festival features the City of Bellingham Open Highland Dancing Championship, bagpipe, drum and band competitions, food and merchandise vendors, clan tents, athletics, Scottish breed animals and the Scotland FOREver Golf Tournament. Nestled between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC, and adjacent to the Peace Arch border crossing. Enjoy waterfront views of the Salish Sea, ... Read more
Highland dancers, Scottish athletes, family clans, bagpipes and drums and traditional musicians will come to celebrate their heritage at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Info: www.gamtnscottishfestival.org
Celebrating Celtic cultures in Appalachia since 1988. Enjoy an entire day of entertainment across multiple stages in the riverside Friendsville Community Park, with pipe bands, dancing, Celtic entertainment, vendors and food. Info: www.gccelticfestival.com
A celebration of Scotland at Dupage County Fairgrounds. Info: www.chicagoscots.org/festival
Celtic & Scottish music, dance, food, and history at Renaissance Park, 10542 East State Route 73. Info: www.celticfestohio.com
Scottish & Irish music, Clans, Highland Games, Celtic food and more at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. Info: www.hollandcelticfestival.org
This annual event promises a vibrant celebration of Scottish culture, featuring everything from Heavy Athletics and Clan gatherings to Celtic bands and Highland dance at Prosser Wine & Food Park. Info: www.prosserscottishfest.org
Where Celtic traditions come to life through music, dance, and exciting competitions. Info: www.wvcelticfestandgames.com
The Games highlight the traditional dance, music and athletics of the ancient Highland Games, at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Info: www.ohioscottishgames.com
It is with deep disappointment that the Board of the San Diego Scottish Highland Games, Inc. announces the cancellation of the 2025 Games. This difficult decision comes as a result of sudden and significant cost increases associated with securing our previous venue. Info: www.sdhighlandgames.org
Featuring all things Scottish-Bagpipes, Heavy Athletics, Celtic Dance, Drumming, Kilted Mile, Scotch tasting, Salmon Tossing, Highland Coo, Tug-Of-War and more at the Alaska State Fairgrounds. Info: www.alaskanscottish.org
In small group classes, 1-on-1 lessons, and camp-wide seminars, students will receive instruction on the Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish Snare Drum. Guest instructors for Balmoral's programs have all won major awards have incomparable records in the teaching and promotion of solo piping and pipe band music around the world, at Kutztown University. Info: www.balmoralschoolofpiping.org
High in the Mountains of Western North Carolina the ancient Celtic spirit beckons, home of America’s grandest Highland Games at MacRae Meadows. Info: www.gmhg.org
The excitement begins Friday night with food and entertainment at Payson Memorial Park. Saturday with Highland Dance, Highland Athletics and bagpipe competitions. Listen to Celtic music and enjoy entertaining Scottish dances ranging from a sword dance to an Irish jig. Info: www.paysonscottishfestival.org
In small group classes, 1-on-1 lessons, and camp-wide seminars, students will receive instruction on the Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish Snare Drum. Guest instructors for Balmoral's programs have all won major awards have incomparable records in the teaching and promotion of solo piping and pipe band music around the world, at PennWest-Edinboro University. Info: www.balmoralschoolofpiping.org
Celtic Music, Bagpipes and Drums, Heavy Games, Scottish Highland Dance, Scottish Country Dancing, Clan Row & Scottish exhibitors and more at Macalester College. Info: www.mnscottishfair.org
Scottish heavy events, Clans, music and more. Info: www.helenahighlanders.org
The 6th oldest Scottish festival in the US featuring the North American Scottish Athletics Championship, US West Coast Drum Corps Championship, individual Piping and Drumming, and Pipe Bands at the Enumclaw Expo Center. Info: www.sshga.org/the-games
Traditional Scottish Games at Greenmead Historical Village, 20501 Newburgh Rd. Info: www.highlandgames.com
Enjoy the traditional features of Scottish Highland Games, such as massed bands, pipe band exhibitions, individual piping, heavy athletics, and highland dancing at Spokane County Fair & Expo Center. Info:
A Scottish festival emphasizing traditional athletic competitions, also offered are highland and country dancing, sheep dog demonstrations, singers, a parade of clans, and Scottish food at Windsor Fairgrounds. Info: www.mainehighlandgames.org
Features Highland dancing, pipe bands, athletics, clans, and more at Quechee Polo Grounds, 45 Deweys Mills Rd. Info: www.quecheegames.org
Pipe bands, dancers, Celtic entertainment, Clans and more at Altamont Fairgrounds, 129 Grand St. Info: www.scotgames.com
Music, clans, athletics, entertainment and more at 5089 Old Tavern Rod. Info: www.vascottishgames.org
California's largest and longest-running Scottish Games celebrates the very best of Scottish competition, culture and entertainment for all the family to enjoy at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Info: www.thescottishgames.com
Full fare of fun – including music, piping, dancing, children’s games, Highland athletics and more at Kindleberger Park, 122 N Riverview Dr. Info: www.kalamazooscottishfest.org
Be immersed in the traditions and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and all things Celtic at Niagara County Fairgrounds, 4487 Lake Ave. (Rte. 78). Info: www.niagaraceltic.com
A weekend of Scottish tradition, music and celebration at Denver Polo Club. Info: www.scottishgames.org
The largest free Celtic festival in North America. Held in historic downtown, Bethlehem PA, 5 stages of world renowned Celtic music, U.S. National Highland Games Championship, pipe band competitions, fiddle competition, border collies, 50+ Celtic retail merchants, 35+ food vendors, Showing of the Tartan Parade on Saturday and more. Info: www.celticfest.org
Every year Arkansas’ oldest city, Batesville, plays host to one of America’s most popular Scottish festivals. Pipers, drummers, dancers, athletes, Scottish clans, and vendors travel from all corners of the country to attend the event at Lyon College. Info: www.arscottishfest.com
One of the premier Scottish festival in the US, Stone Mountain Park will be featuring colorful pipe bands, Scottish Athletics, Piping and Drumming competitions, Highland dancers competing, Country Dancing, and Fiddling, Scottish foods and drink, clan tents, vendors and Celtic performers are also a part of this traditional gathering. Info: www.smhg.org
Athletics, piping, clans, Cerltic vendors and more at Humble Civic Center & Arena Complex, 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy. Info: www.houstonhighlandgames.com
A weekend of Celtic celebration at Rillito Raceway Park 4502 N. First Ave. Info: www.tucsoncelticfestival.org
A 3-day event filled with the skirl of the bagpipes and the wearing of the tartan. Info: www.saladomuseum.org/scottish-gathering-and-highland-games
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!
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2026!