Bringing together musicians, soloists, and performers for a stirring celebration of the Christmas season and the Celtic spirit. International concert highlights-watch from anywhere in the world. Info: www.pipesofchristmas.com
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Celebrate the historic and classic Scottish treat enjoyed around the world known as shortbread. Enjoy a taste of Scotland today!
A weekend of Celtic entertainers, athletics, dancing, music and more at Marathon Community Park, MM49 US Hwy 1 Ocean Side. Info: www.floridakeyscelticfestival.com
Celebrate the Bard with the San Diego Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans. Entertainment provided by students and masters of traditional pipe & drum instruments, and Highland Dance at Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club, 17025 Avenidas De Arcadia’s. Info: https://sdhighlandgames.org/robert-burns-supper
The Pipes and Drums event-World-Class Concerts, Competitions, and Master Classes. Info: www.mhaf.org
Celebrate Scotland’s National Bard, Robert Burns.Hosted by the American Scottish Foundation and University Club, New York. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.com
Experience traditional Highland athletics, dance, art, music, culture and food at Central Winds Park. Info: www.flascot.com
Celebrate the life and works of the legendary Scottish poet, Robert Burns, in this lively event filled with Scottish traditions and culture. A celebration of Scottish heritage and culture at Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd. Info: www.ruralhill.net
Celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Scottish poet Robert Burns. The tradition of the Burns Night Supper was first held in 1801 by the poet’s friends, five years after his death.
Join the Scottish American Society of South Florida in celebration of Robert Burns with aScottish dinner, Immortal Memory, toasts, Scottish and social dancing at Tropical Acres Steakhouse, 2500 Griffin Rd. Info: www.sassf.org
Pull out your finest evening gowns, kilts, and black-tie dress for an evening of elegance and Scottish Sophistication atThe Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. A night sure to be a night filled with Scottish tradition, distinguished guests, delicious food, and great company. Info: www.saintandrewsla.org
A night of Scottish tradition, haggis feasting, whisky toasting and poetry at Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Masonic Way. Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/second-annual-robbie-burns-supper-tickets-1039347746087
Come for great food, music, comedy, poetry, libations, fun, and frivolity. Come celebrate the life of the bard, Robert Burns, and enjoy the chance to be a part of this splendid evening. Musical entertainment following dinner by The Irish Pretenders at The Casino at Lakemont Park. Info: www.jaffashriners.org/highlanders
Once again it is time to set your sights on celebrating our Scottish heritage and traditions with a tribute to one of Scotland’s most favorite and revered sons, the poet Robert Burns at Woodhaven Country Club, 7200 Woodhaven Rd. Info: www.scotsoflou.com
After an over 40 year career of weekly Celtic roots music radio broadcast including NPR’s Thistle and Shamrock, Asheville Sister Cities is excited that Fiona Ritchie will be traveling from Scotland to join us in-person to celebrate Burns Night and the bard of Scotland’s 266th birthday, at Biltmore DoubleTree Hotel, 115 Hendersonville Rd. Info: https://ashevillesistercities.org/event/2025-robert-burns-night-supper
Back by popular demand Chicago Scots is pleased to partner with Gorton Center and the History Center of Lake Forest/Lake Bluff to host an authentic Burns Supper for everyone who is Scottish by birth, by heritage or simply by inclination. Info: www.chicagoscots.org/events
A celebration of Scotland with pipe bands, Clans, entertainment and more. Info: www.suncoastscots.com
Join the Hawkeye Area Grand Gaelic Isles Society and celebrate and learn about Scottish culture and tradition with food, ceremony, and dancing at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca. Info: www.haggis-iowa.com.
An evening of poetry, singing, pipers, dinner, haggis, and more at O'Connor's American Bar & Grille, 1383 Monmouth Rd. Info: www.sjceltic.org/BurnsTickets.html
Join the Cumberland Knights of St. Andrew for our 19th Annual Burns Supper celebrating the life and poetry of Bro. Robert "Rabbie" Burns, at The Historic Masonic Temple, 15 Greene St. Info: www.cumberlandscottishrite.org
A lively celebration of Scottish culture with traditional music, food, and poetry at the Hudson Highlands Pipe Band Robert Burns at The Garrison, 2015 U.S. 9. Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/hudson-highlands-pipe-band-robert-burns-supper-2025-tickets-1076235733049
Hear piping, drumming and fiddling as the sounds of Scotland are performed by recognized masters of the music. Some of the Scottish music world's accomplished players gather on a single stage for an unforgettable night of Celtic celebration at Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Avenue North. Info: www.edmondscenterforthearts.org/events/detail/787/masters-of-scottish-arts-concert
Experience the Tallahassee Highland Games and National Caber Championship along with the thrilling Stones of Strength events. Celebrate Scottish heritage at Apalachee Regional Park, 7550 Apalachee Pkwy. Info: www.tallyhighlandgames.com
Filled with bagpipes, Highland athletics, Celtic music, dancing, a vibrant tartan parade, and thrilling Pipes and Drums performances. Info: www.mountdorascot.com
A weekend of Scottish Country Dance-an event-filled weekend of dance lessons, social dances and a ceilidh, with live music for all dancing provided by The Humuhumunukunukuapua'a and Strathspey Society Band. Info: www.rscdshawaii.org
The largest and longest running Scottish Festival in Northwest Florida. Scotland comes to the beach at Frank Brown Park, 16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy. Info: www.pcbscottishfestival.com
Pipe bands, Clans, entertainment, athletics and more at Plantation Heritage Park. Info: https://sassf.org/Festival
During this two-day piping event, Grades 1-5 will compete in front of a world-class panel of judges. Info: www.reddingbagpipecompetition.com
Experience top international & U.S. Celtic bands, highland games, parade, whisky tasting, workshops, lectures, Celtic food, and more. Info: www.celticstaugustine.com
Listen or play some pipes today! This is a day initiated by The Bagpipe Society to celebrate the world’s many bagpipes and piping traditions and what is known the world over as the sound of Scotland!
Come and enjoy this family-friendly event and experience all things Celtic. Info: www.shermancelticfest.com
Three-time winners of Scotland's "Live Act of the Year" award, Skerryvore, will embark on an American tour in March and April. With a mix of bagpipes, fiddles, accordions, and whistles, alongside guitar and vocals, underpinned by driving bass, drums and keys, Skerryvore represent the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music. Info: www.skerryvore.com/tour
A spectacular evening of music and dance showcasing the very best of American and Scottish cultures, presented live on stage at Lisner Auditorium, George Washington University. Info: www.thewashingtontattoo.com
Scotland's beloved cultural extravaganza, Hoolie in the Hydro, comes to Carnegie Hall for an unforgettable evening of vibrant Scottish music and culture, showcasing world-renowned talent from throughout Scotland to the Big Apple. Info: www.anairdevents.com
Highland Games, entertainment, Highland dancing, bagpipes, Gathering of Clans and more. Info: www.hawaiianscottishassociation.com/highland-games
Celebrate the heritage and culture of Scotland with great music, dancing, athletics, good food, drink, and friends at Highlander Park. Info: www.dunedinsafoundation.com/highland-games
Dressed to Kilt charity fashion show is returning to New York City, the most prestigious, largest and exciting Scottish fashion show in the world. The theme of the 2025 DTK fashion show will be “Country Couture – From the Scottish Highlands to Fifth Avenue”. Info: www.dressedtokilt.com
A Florida Celtic festival that incorporates music, food, Clans and family entertainment. Info: www.ormondbeachcelticfestival.com
Pipe bands, live music, Scottish athletics, shopping, food and more at Craig Ranch Regional Park. Info: www.lasvegascelticsociety.org.
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
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
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
A celebration of Scotland Memorial Day Weekend at Furman University. Info: www.gallabrae.com
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
A celebration of Scotland at Dupage County Fairgrounds. Info: www.chicagoscots.org/festival
Scottish & Irish music, Clans, Highland Games, Celtic food and more at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. Info: www.hollandcelticfestival.org
The Games highlight the traditional dance, music and athletics of the ancient Highland Games, at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Info: www.ohioscottishgames.com
A weekend of Scottish culture-highlights include: Massed bagpipe bands, Scottish Athletics, Kid's area, sheepdog trials, Highland dancing, food and arts, Scottish clans area, and more at Brengle Terrace Park. 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
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
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
Traditional Scottish Games at Greenmead Historical Village, 20501 Newburgh Rd. Info: www.highlandgames.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