The Okanagan Military Tattoo together with the Armstrong Regional Co-op, will be hosting the Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians) Mounted Troop in a performance called "Soldiers of the Queen" in celebration of Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee at Armstrong Fairgrounds. Info: 250 549 7469 or www.ticketseller.ca
Memorial Day Weekend for Scottish dance, music, food, entertainment, athletics, vendors, Scottish clans, and more at Alma College. Info: www.almahighlandfestival.com
A celebration of Celtic culture at Berry Showgrounds, with pipe bands, entertainment, stalls and more. Info: www.berryrotary.org.au/celtic-festival
Memorial Day Weekend at the Orange County Fair & Event Center www.scottishfest.com
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 Atholl Highlanders are a Scottish ceremonial infantry regiment. They are the only remaining private army in Europe and act as the personal bodyguard to the Duke of Atholl – Chief of the Clan Murray, with parade and Highland Gathering at Blair Castle. Info: www.blair-castle.co.uk
Held since 1870 on the park, an area of land loaned to the community by the landowner. A condition of the loan is that the Highland Games are held there annually in May. Info: www.blackfordhighlandgames.co.uk
A series of activities bringing the best of Scotland and rich Southern heritage together for your enjoyment at Furman University. Info: www.gallabrae.com
A celebration of Scotland at Irving Grange, 1011 Irvington Dr. Info: www.eugenescottishfestival.com
Eungella Community Development Association Inc. presents The Eungella Highland Ceilidh (A Scottish Country Dance) with the Mackay & District Pipe Band, Iain McKenzie playing the piano accordion and Margaret Silke calling the dances at Eungella Hub, 13 North St. Info: Debra 0408 413 501 or www.eungellaceilidh.eventbrite.com
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
Enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch of Scotland’s finest fayre, whilst Scottish Highland Dancers perform to the Pipe Band, at in Cellos Grand Dining Room at Castlereagh Boutique Hotel. Book online through Eventbrite. Info: 02 9284 1006 or admin@thecastlereagh.com.au
The 2022 Glasgow Highland Games are cancelled. Info: www.glasgowhighlandgames.com
DUE TO GROUND CONDITIONS THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED TO SATURDAY AUGUST 27, 2022-The Manning Valley Historical Society presents the annual free community event, Clans from all over the country descendto enjoy the Festival. The Clan of Honour for 2022 will be Clan Donnachaidh. Also pipe bands, entertainment, Scottish dancers and stalls. Info: www.bonniewingham.com
Wisconsin’s original and oldest traditional Scottish Highland Games at Croation Park, 9100 S. 76th St. Info: www.milwaukeehighlandgames.org
A Celtic celebration at Friendsville Community Park, bonnie banks of the Youghiogheny River. Info: www.gccelticfestival.com
Come and join the fun at Edwards Gardens every Tuesday in June. Each evening features at least two audience participation Scottish country dances. Give it a go, or just enjoy the music, and the spectacle. Info: www.dancescottish.ca/The_Park.html
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
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: learnScotsfiddle@gmail.com
A great weekend of Scottish events presented by Utah Scottish Association at Utah State Fair Park 155 North 1000 West. Info: www.utahscots.org
Highland cattle on display and events inclusing team farm challenge, handling workshop, guest speakers at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds. Info: www.australianhighlandcattle.org
A fun filled day of piping, dancing and heavyweight athletes, surround by friends and family at Georgetown Fairgrounds. Info: www.georgetownhighlandgames.com
Highland dancers, Scottish athletes, family clans, bagpipes and drums and traditional musicians come to celebrate their heritage. Info: www.blairsvillescottishfestival.com
A 2 day Clydesdale & Heavy Horse Experience featuring a Scottish Highland Gathering at Boonah Showgrounds, 8 Melbourne St. Info: 1300 259 343 or www.clydesdalespectacular.com.au.
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
Come and celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Sydney Branch of the RSCDS with a grand ball. North Ryde School of Arts, Cox's Road, North Ryde. Chris Duncan and Catherine Strutt will be providing the music. Info: www.rscds.org.au
Ardrossan has hosted a Highland Games since 1979, at Ardrossan Academicals Rugby Football Club. Info: www.ardrossanhighlandgames.org.uk
In the glorious grounds of Glamis Castle in Angus for a truly Scottish day out. Info: www.strathmorehighlandgames.co.uk
Features Highland dance, pipe, drum, and pipe band competitions as well as dozens of workshops & demonstrations covering everything from Gaelic language and song to falconry and sheep dog herding to historical elements, and more at the Hal Betts Sportsplex. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com
Pipe bands, Clans , entertainment and more at Lafarge Lake Park, just steps away from the Lafarge Lake-Douglas Station. Info: www.scotfestbc.com
Join us for a night of fine dining courtesy of Chef John Higgins and his staff at The Chef’s House. The focus for the dinner is modern Scottish cuisine. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
A variety of Scottish activities and attractions from the iconic caber toss to the largest bagpiping and drumming championship in North America. There is truly something for everyone with Highland Dancing competition, children’s activities, dogs of Scotland, a British Car show, a Celtic rock stage, knobbly knees contest, whisky tasting, genealogy and much more. Info: ... Read more
A full traditional Highland Games with Friday Night and Saturday Night Ceilidhs at Victoria Park. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca
Join the Melbourne Tartan Festivsal for the highly anticipated annual Whisky dinner. Sit-down to a five course menu created by the Westin’s Executive chef, Apoorva Kunte, matched to five premium Single Malt Whiskies from some of the worlds finest distilleries, including the Macallan, Bruichladdich and Australia’s own Nant Distillery. Info: www.melbournetartanfestival.com.au/whisky-tasting
Presented by Townsville Scottish Community Inc. with events including: Heavy Games Competition, Tartan Social, Clansmen’s Ceilidh and Townsville Tartan Day. Info: Marie Gibson- 0413 456 542 or mlg7@optusnet.com.au
A Celtic celebration at Seaworks Williamstown. Info: www.melbournehighlandgames.org.au/williamstown-highland-celtic-gathering
Central Washington's only Highland Games. Info: www.prosserscottishfest.org
Celtic music and more. Info: www.watervalleycelticfestival.org
The major new motoring event will showcase the career of three-time Formula One World Champion, Sir Jackie Stewart OBE, featuring live motorsport action and an award-winning classic car show, all in aid of Race Against Dementia at Thirlestane Castle in the Scottish Borders. Info: www.sirjackiestewartclassic.com
The Games will return to Hazelhead Park, full traditional event. Info: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/highlandgames
The Royal Highland Show is an annual event, showcasing the best of food, farming and rural life at Ingliston in Edinburgh. Info: www.royalhighlandshow.org
A celebration of Scotland, including the US National Scottish Harp Championship, at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 E. Bagley Rd. Info: www.ohioscottishgames.com
Solo piping competition at Lindisfarne College. Info: www.piping-dancing.org.nz
Scottish Week returns to Sydney with a range of events for those who love to celebrate all things from the land of Alba. Details of events and program will be available on the Scottish Australian Heritage Council’s website. Info: Nea 0408 990 413 or www.scottishaustralianheritagecouncil.com.au
Pipe bands, Scottish dance, Clans, entertainment and more at Kingsville's beautiful Lakeside Park. Info: www.facebook.com/kingsvillehighlandgames
The all-day event incorporates the European Pipe Band Championships, and will see an influx of pipe bands, their supporters, Highland Dancers as well as tourists to Bught Park. Info: www.pipinginverness.com
All day Non- stop live Celtic music. Evening concert until 11pm. SUN - The Celtic Banquet with fantastic live music accompaniment. Info: 03 5782 2636 or www.facebook.com/Kilmore-Celtic-Festival-102868380457
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
Experience the wonder, and traditions of Scotland at Brengle Terrace Park. Info: www.SDHighlandGames.org
The 2022 Tattoo will feature talent from around the globe, including the Heeresmusikkorps Neubrandenburg (German Army Band Neubrandenburg) from Germany, the IMPS Motorcycle Display Team from the United Kingdom, and the Vancouver Police Pipe Band from British Columbia at the Scotiabank Theatre. Info: www.nstattoo.ca
A celebration of Scottish culture at Frontier Park. Info: www.tacomagames.org
Featuring all things Scottish-Bagpipes, Heavy Athletics, Celtic Dance, Drumming, Kilted Mile, Scotch Tasting, Historical Demonstrations, Musical Guests and more at Alaska State Fairgrounds. Info: www.alaskanscottish.org/highland-games
Ceres Games are the oldest free games in Scotland. Info: www.ceresgames.co.uk
Highland dancing, piping and drumming, heavy events, shortbread competition and moe. Info: www.reddeerhighlandgames.com
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
A wee bit o' Scotland will be at Lime Rock Park for a fun-filled day of Scottish activities. Info: www.rhhg.org
Enjoy the excitement of bonnie Scotland, the perfume ‘o the heather, wearing o’ the tartan, the wail o’ the bagpipes and perhaps a wee taste o’ the Haggis at Wangi Workers Club. Featuring the music of John MacDonald and including Robert Burns’ immortal ode “Address to a Haggis”, $50.00 per person. Bookings Essential 02 4970 ... Read more
Whisky tasting served up with a bit o'poetry. Take a tour through the Scottish single malts with Creatif Kate as your guide and entertainment. Info: www.secretsecretclub.com
The festival promotes the legacy of Robert Burns and the cultural heritage of Scots in south-west Victoria. Info: 0407 056 126 or www.camperdownburnsfestival.com.au
International Tartan Day marks the anniversary of the repeal of the 1747 Act of Proscription that banned the wearing of tartan. Wear some tartan today with pride today!
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On the shores of beautiful Lake Huron and under the shade of mature trees in Victoria Park, the 22nd anniversary event will include local and international artists, Pipe Bands, Highland Dancing and Heavy Athletics competitions, Celtic vendors, Clan representation, Bairns' (children's) program, and more. Info: www.kincardinescottishfestival.ca
Family nun with a Scottish flair and a a wide variety of Scottish-entertainment optionsat 355644 35th Line. Info: www.embrohighlandgames.ca
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 the area selling ... Read more
Celtfest is a weekend of Ottawa Valley and Celtic entertainment, performed in the natural amphitheatre of Gemmill Park. Info: www.almonteceltfest.com
A spectacular show of Scottish tradition, sport and culture with Highland Dancing, Track and Field, Heavy Events, Tug ‘o’ War, Solo Piping and many more disciplines on display. Info: www.forreshighlandgames.com
The Loch Lomond gathering which includes the annual gathering of the Clan Colquhoun. Info: www.lusshighlandgames.co.uk
The Festival program includes pop-up events in the city, Kirkin ‘O The Tartan, historical tour and exhibition, a high energy Ceilidh Dance with Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club, Scottish Connections CBD walking tour, Scottish migration author talks, Gaelic language, music & culture morning, whisky dinner, whisky tasting, a haggis supper, traditional Scots music recital, concerts, music ... Read more
10.45am join the congregation of The Scots' Church, Collins St, for the annual Kirkin' O' The Tartan service commemorating the repeal of the Act of Proscription on 1st July 1782. Clan Associations - Register your Clan's participation in the Clan Tartan Procession at: www.trybooking.com/BZOQH
Celebrate JohnPaul Jone's birthday at the historic birthplace, childhood home, and museum of John Paul Jones,”Father of the American Navy”. Featuring unique artifacts and a beautiful setting. Info: www.johnpauljonesmuseum.com
Thousands of kilt-clad Scots make their way to MacRae Meadows for their annual gathering and games. Info: 828 733-1333 or www.gmhg.org
Attend a theatrical performance telling the story of Scotland in the 1700s and the movement of the Scottish people to places all over the world - The Scottish Diaspora story. All the legends, mystery, and history that surround our Scottish heritage - our community. This is your story and our story, and we express it ... Read more
Scottish Heavy Events, Piping and Drumming, and Highland Dancing competitions and more. Info: www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: learnScotsfiddle@gmail.com
Magical award-winning island festival on Tiree. Info: www.tireemusicfestival.co.uk
Highland Dance, Highland Athletics, and bagpipe competitions. Listen to Celtic music and dance at Payson Memorial Park, 300 S Main St. Info: www.paysonscottishfestival.org
Presented by Boston Branch, Royal Scottish Country Dance Society in the woods of Plymouth for Scottish dancing beneath the tall pines. You'll enjoy dance and music classes during the day and a dance party every night, plus after-parties, auctions, ceilidhs and more. Info: www.rscdsboston.org/pinewoods-scottish-sessions.html
Solo bagpiping and drumming competitions, bagpipe bands, fiddling, traditional Scottish athletics, Scottish Highland dancing and more at Edgewater Park. Info: www.celticarts.org
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
Highland Dancing Demo by Scots School of Highland Dancing, Whisky Toss and live music by Tellen Tri at West Croydon and Kilkenny RSL, 19 Rosetta St. Bar available also reasonably priced meals from 6 pm. Tickets at www.trybooking.com under Winter Ceilidh or details from: highlandtreasures@yahoo.com.au
Now, 162 years and 149 Opens later, the home of golf will host The 150th Open at the Old Course, St Andrews. On what is sure to be a historic Open with record crowds, the world’s greatest players will descend on Fife to try and capture the Claret Jug. Info: www.theopen.com/st-andrews-150th-open
The Scottish Clans Congress of QLD Inc. and the St Paul's Church community welcome everyone of Scottish heritage or inclination on the Sunday to celebrate together an historical event for Social freedom and Identity, the right to wear Highland dress (the Tartan). Note: Piper(s) and Procession participants Flag/Banner bearers arrive 8.30 AM and assemble for ... Read more
The best local talent with leading Scottish, UK and world artists and brings together household names and emerging talent to provide a feast of music to appeal to all ages in the heartland of the Gaelic language and culture. Info: www.hebceltfest.com
New Glasgow Highland Games is celebrated every year with a four day program that is sure to bring out the Scot in everyone. Info: www.festivalofthetartans.com
This year the high energy Ceilidh Dance has moved to Collingwood Town Hall with its’ larger dance floor. Dance the night away to the fabulous music of the Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club, with lively and captivating performances combine a mix of traditional and contemporary music that will have you on your feet from the moment ... Read more
A celebration of Scotland in Orillia. Info: 705-325-8442 or www.scottishfestival.ca
Waterloo Region's only Scottish Festival - experience a wee taste of 'Scotland on the Grand'. Info: www.cambridgescottishfestival.ca
Live music performers, bagpipe competitions, Celtic cuisine and more at Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairgrounds Rd. Info: www.montereycelticfest.com
Celebrate Scotland at Look Park. Info: www.glasgowlands.org
"Legacy" is a special music tribute to the band's long serving Drum Major and WW2 veteran Bob Semple and features a mix of new and traditional pipe band music with folk inspirations. Hawthorn is one of Australia's top pipe bands, and the "Legacy" concert will see the band at its best. With special guests, including ... Read more
Traditional Highland Games in the capital of the Highlands. Info: www.invernesshighlandgames.com
A Scottish experience featuring incredible Scottish pipe bands, dancers and athletes at Mt. Hood Community College. Info: www.phga.org
Traditional Games at at Moss O'Balloch, Balloch Rd. Info: www.llhgb.com
Celtic music, food, dance, piping, Scottish Heavy Athletics, local artisans, , Living History Reenactments, and find your family clan at Casey Jones Park. Info: www.elizabethcelticfest.org
This themed concert of traditional Scots song, interweaving live music with narrative and audio-visual presentation at Kew Court House Theatre. The concert includes songs from their recent album Sunwise Turn - winner of Music Victoria’s Best Folk Album 2020 Award. To Book: www.trybooking.com/BRGSP
Workshops, entertainment, competitions and provide visitors an opportunity to learn more about Scottish heritage. Info: www.highlandgames.ca
Speyfest will return with a host of Scottish talent as they mark a quarter of a century showcasing the very best in traditional and Celtic music. Alongside the lively mix of concerts, ceilidhs and stomps, we’ll have our usual mix of: traditional music and singing workshops, non-denominational Celtic Kirk Service and more. Info: www.speyfest.com
A full weekend of Celtic music, culture and workshops on the harbor in Belfast. Info: www.mainecelticcelebration.com
A heart stirring musical extravaganza featuring pipers, drummers, musicians, military bands, marching troops, multicultural dancers, First Nations, and singers of all ages at Kal Tire Place. Tickets: 250-549-SHOW (7469) or info: www.okanagantattoo.ca
This event has been cancelled for 2022. Info: 07 3359 8195 or www.aussie-scots.org.au
Bringing Scotland to the Pacific Northwest for over 70 years through the skirl of the Pipes and Drums, the beauty of Highland Dancing, the brawn of Scottish athletics, and the sharing of clan history.Info: www.sshga.org
Brisbane Pipe Band is hosting a traditional Burns Night and ceilidh to celebrate their 70th Anniversary. Includes a 3-course meal – including a toast to the haggis – and a traditional Ceilidh, with entertainment throughout the night from Brisbane Pipe Band, Celtic folk band ISHKA, and a traditional Scottish dance caller at Geebung RSL. Tickets: ... Read more
A Scottish evening of fashion and fn. This year’s fashion show theme will be:“Dress for Adventure-From the Highland to the Hamptons”. The show will be held at the Mill Neck Manor Estate on the Gold Coast of Long Island about 20 miles from NYC with proceeds to the Navy Seal Foundation. Info: www.dressedtokilt.com
Scottish country dancing at Wesley Centre, Benzie Ave. Info: www.wellingtonscd.org.nz
The premier event of the Festival held in the majestic Main Hall of Melbourne Town Hall. Pipers will greet guests, drinks & canopies, a traditional 'Address to a Haggis; gourmet seasonally inspired menu and drinks, VIP guest speaker and an evening of superb concert style entertainment. A fabulous black tie/kilted evening to remember! More info ... Read more
Our traditional Robbie Burns Supper is a tremendous event at WPBC. The evening includes a three course dinner, bagpipes, whisky tasting, traditional speeches and entertainment. $75 per person is inclusive for the evening. 6.30pm for the Piping in of the Haggis. As a club we still wanted to honour such a great man, and thus ... Read more
Summer School, an action - packed three weeks of dancing in the historic town of St Andrews. Come and join with dancers from around the world and be led by some of the best of Scottish Country Dance teachers and musicians. Info: www.rscds.org/events/summer-school-2022
Welcoming, supportive classes for dancers of all levels. Daily classes, evening social dances, formal ball and banquet. Evening after-parties, ceilidh, silent auction at Mount Royal University. Info: www.tac-rscds.org/index.php/tac-summer-school
Not ‘naturally’ rich, from earliest times Scotland’s inhabitants had to be resourceful, always seeking better ways of life materially and spiritually. This eagerness to acquire knowledge became a national characteristic (with inventiveness). The tradition grew that Scots were great teachers, contributing to any community where they landed (e.g. New Zealand) as they quickly set up ... Read more
In the course of the day, more than 50 pipe bands are put through their paces to decide the North American Pipe Band Championships™, more than 200 dancers defy gravity in the Highland Dance competition and giants hurl telephone pole-sized cabers and 50 pound iron hammers around the infield. It is a memorable and incredible ... Read more
Saturate your senses in the sights, sounds, and tastes of our Celtic heritage at Riverscape MetroPark. Info: www.daytoncelticfestival.com
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
A weekend of entertainment is part of the 75th Year of Foundation celebrations for the City of Maitland Pipes and Drums. Includes a free entry concert for the community at Maitland Park. Info: Greg: 0409 918 260 or www.maitlandpipeband.org.au
Pipe band competitions and events at Levengrove Park. Info: www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/leisure-parks-events/west-dunbartonshire-leisure/events/scottish-pipe-band-championships
Come and celebrate the life and works of Scotland’s National Poet, Robert Burns, in poetry, song and dance. Meals and drinks available for purchase including haggis Entertainment by Get Reel, Darwin and Districts Pipes and Drums and dancing by the Arafura Scottish Dances at Darwin Railway Club. Info: www.facebook.com/northauscelticfest
Every year, the Games brings together Montrealers of all backgrounds to celebrate Scottish sport, music and culture at Douglas Hospital. Info: www.montrealhighlandgames.com
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
At The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford 7pm book through TryBooking: www.trybooking.com/BVFTZ Info: www.facebook.com/Central-Coast-Scots-1460426047520374 or centralcoastscotsinc@gmail.com
This best loved story of star crossed lovers and feuding families shall be performed in the gardens of some of the UK and Ireland’s most glorious country houses throughout the summer and promises to be one of the most sought after events of the open air season. Info: www.seetickets.com/event/romeo-and-juliet-floors-castle/floors-castle/2192718
The ultimate Celtic experience on the shores of Lake Huron. A week of musical madness including week-long workshops for children and adults, a three-day traditional music festival, and a rural outreach concert series. Info: www.celticfestival.ca
Get dancing with the Lower Hutt Scottish Country Dance Club at Epuni Community Hall. Info: www.lowerhuttscd.org.nz
Tarditional Games at The Lump. Info: www.skye-highland-games.co.uk
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is set to return to Edinburgh Castle Esplanade once again. The Tattoo is an unforgettable event that combines military precision, live music, breath-taking lighting and special effects and fantastic entertainment. Info: www.edintattoo.co.uk
Experience Scotland’s capital come alive with vibrant colours, shows and events to suit everyone at the single greatest celebration of arts and culture on the planet. Info: www.edfringe.com
The Highland Games is a celebration of Scottish culture and heritage at Greenmead Historical Village, 20501 Newburgh Rd. Info: www.highlandgames.com
The Caledonian Castaways are a group of ex-pat Scots drawn from Melbourne’s Blues/Roots scene singing amusing and heart-warming songs about Scots in Australia and back ‘hame’, at Collingwood Town Hall. Info: www.melbournetartanfestival.com.au
The EIF brings Edinburgh’s theatre venues to life with the very best music, theatre, opera and dance from around the globe. Info: www.eif.co.uk
One of Ayrshire’s premier cultural events. It is unique in capturing traditional Scottish heritage and strong community spirit within the picturesque setting of Royal Dundonald Castle. Info: www.dundonald-games.org.uk
The Glasgow International Piping Festival, with a week long celebration of piping culture from across the world. Info: www.pipinglive.co.uk
Cancelled due to ground conditions/weather, the next Bundanoon is Brigadoon will be April, 1, 2023. Info: www.brigadoon.org.au
A celebration of Scotland at Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Info: www.spokanehighlandgames.net
Largest gathering of Minnesota Scots. Info: www.mnscottishfair.org
Join Highland Village for a fun, afternoon of Gaelic arts. Fiddlers, step-dancers, pipers, highland dancers, and more, come together to treat visitors to traditional Nova Scotia Gaelic culture in this outdoor concert overlooking the Bras d’Or Lakes. Info: www.highlandvillage.novascotia.ca
City of Hobart Highland Pipe Band extend an invitation to you to join us in celebrating our 75th anniversary at the Hobart Function & Conference Centre, featuring guided whisky and gin tasting, The Kitchen Piper Cup, a buffet dinner, and music from CoHHPB and the Iain McLeod Ceilidh Band. Info: www.cohhpb.com
Atherton Tableland Caledonian Society will be celebrating all things Scottish-Highland dancing, pipes and drums, music by Iain Mckenzie (accordion player), enjoy singing your favourite Scottish tunes alongside the Scottish bass-baritone Brian Bisset, a delicious 2 course meal and of course lots of ceilidh dancing at Mareeba Turf Club. Info: 0417 541 126.
Floors Castle in association with 21st Century Events at Chapterhouse presents an exhilarating festival of music presented live in the grounds of one of the UK’s most beautiful country estates. Info: www.seetickets.com/event/floors-castle-roxburghe-rocks/floors-castle/2255724
Colourful pipe bands, elegant highland dancers, huge strongmen tossing the caber. A multitude of other events, stalls and entertainments spread out in a picturesque and historic setting. Info: www.bofagames.com
In an enchanted kingdom in a faraway land magical creatures and fairy godmothers come together to tell the best loved of all fairytales at of the most beautiful gardens in the UK. Info: www.seetickets.com/event/cinderella-floors-castle/floors-castle/2192783
This course is for new dancers who wish to learn steps and basic dance formations that are the building blocks of Scottish Country dancing. You will be introduced to Jigs and Reels and will learn a series of lively, beginner friendly dances. Eight Week Course (8 August - 26 September 2022) at Fort Street Public ... Read more
Pipe bands, Clan village, Scottish dance, entertainment and more at one of Canada's largest Scottish events. Info: www.fergusscottishfestival.com
Celebrate Sir Walter Scott’s birthday with a weekend of fun for all the family at Abbotsford, the historic home of novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott in the Scottish Borders. Info: www.scottsabbotsford.com
Two days of piping competitions across all grades at Glasgow Green. Info: www.theworlds.co.uk
St Luke's Church, 130 Remuera Rd, Auckland 7.30pm - 10pm. Info: learnScotsfiddle@gmail.com
A stellar line-up of hundreds of writers, artists and thinkers from around the globe share their ideas and stories for a changing world. Info: www.edbookfest.co.uk
Pipe Band competition and Celtic activities at Long Branch Park on Onondaga Lake. Info: www.cnyscottishgames.org
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
One of Cape Breton Island's most exciting summer events, the games blend traditional heavy events with bag piping & highland dancing, running races, children's games and much more. Info: www.margareehighlandgames.com
Celtic fun at Kiwanis Field. Info: www.fireandicecelticevents.com
Scotland’s most celebrated fiddle band Blazin’ Fiddles will join together with the remarkable vocalist Hannah Rarity for a special one-off Scottish tour in August, with dates in Inverness, Stirling, Aberdeen, Dundee and Dumfries. Info: www.blazinfiddles.com/gigs
The Hokonui Celtic Pipe Band, previous winners of the Grade 4A New Zealand Championships, team up with top local musicians to create a magical blend of "Celtic Rock". Add to that some great local vocalists like Cheryl Anderson, previous winner of the Gold Guitar Awards and Southland Entertainer of the Year Award, also local personality ... Read more
A celebration of the contribution of the Scottish people in opening up much of Australia with Celtic music, entertainment and more. Camping on site at Boondooma Homestead. Info: 07 4168 0159 or www.boondoomahomestead.org.au
Energetic trad band Heron Valley are set to bring their unique sound to The Railway Club, Fort William as part of their autumn UK tour. A chance to hear the group’s signature mix of traditional Scots and original songs. Info: www.heronvalleyband.com/tour
Winter Ball Weekend 2022 with musicians Chris Duncan and Catherine Strutt. Friday evening, choose between a tour of the historic National Trust property Runnymede or walk through some of the dances for Saturday evening's Ball. Saturday evening is the gala event at the beautiful historic Hobart Town Hall. Sunday, picnic lunch at Richmond village. Info: ... Read more
Join the Hunter Valley Scots Club at Teralba Hall. Info & bookings: 0428 618 313 or hunterscots@gmail.com
Heavy events, pipe bands, Highland dance and more in the capital. Info: www.nationalcapitalhighlandgames.com
One of central Scotland’s great annual cultural sporting events, at Stirling Sports Village. Info: www.stirlinghighlandgames.com
From the grace of Scottish Country dancing to traditional Scottish events and activities for the Wee ones - there is something of appeal to all ages. Info: www.edmontonscottishsociety.org
A full weekend of Celtic music and events at Daly Mansion, 251 Eastside Hwy. Info: www.bcgg.org
Dust off those dancing shoes and get ready for an awesome night out. The Papakura Pipe Band Ceilidh at Karaka Hall is back again for 2022. Tickets are available online from www.papakurapipeband.co.nz/ceilidh
The College Pipe Band and friends are looking forward to welcoming the Scots College community to celebrate the 50th Pipe Band Ceilidh. A night of Scottish music and dancing from a great Celtic band ‘Steamin’, an address to the haggis, exciting raffles and cash bar available, a fabulous supper and of course there are many ... Read more
A casual Highland Gathering including Highland Dance, Heavy events, Bagpipe Bands, Vendor market, Ceilidh, and pig roast at Wild rose Co-op Recreational Center. Info: www.flagstaffscottishclub.com
A full programme of traditional Highland games competitions, Highland Dancing, Heavyweights, Light Field, and Tug o War and also showcase several Piping performances throughout the day at Market Park. Info: www.crieffhighlandgathering.com
Featuribg a full programme including the World Highland Dancing Championships, the Cowal Pipe Band Championship and the Cowal International Heavy Athletics Championship at Dunoon Stadium. Info: www.cowalgathering.com
Celebrate the Scottish culture and heritage of the Ottawa Valley, at N.L.A.S. Fairgrounds. Info: www.almontehighlandgames.com
Pipe bands, Celtic entertainment, vendors and more at Mayville Lakeside Park. Info: www.facebook.com/JamestownRegionalCelticFestival
A celebration of Scotland at Old Westbury Gardens. Info: www.liscots.org
Put on your best formal dress and join for supper and a live band at Waikanae Memorial Hall. There will also be a live display from the Kapiti Pipes & Drums. Ticket enquiries: Dorothy:0272294660 or kapitiscots@outlook.com
Due to Ground Closures and the threat of COVID-19 this Event has been CANCELLED for 2022 and returns June 3, 2023. Info: www.bonniewingham.com
A night to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Society of St Andrew of Scotland Queensland. The evening will be filled with live entertainment, the finest food, and wonderful company hosted in the famous Brisbane City Hall. Info: 0477 447 927 or https://event.standrewsociety.com
The festival commemorates the Battle of Largs in 1263 when the Norse (Vikings) were defeated. Info: www.largsvikingfestival.co.uk
Presented by the Scottish Masonic Charitable Foundation of Western Australia at the Duxton Hotel Perth for an evening inclusive of a 3-course meal, beverages, traditional and contemporary dancing as well a performance from the Perth Metro Pipe Band. Info: 08 9330 8870 or www.smcfwa.com.au
Organised by the Blenheim & Districts Highland Pipe Band , a Ceilidh is an evening with Scottish music traditional dancing and customs at Renwick Community Memorial Hall, 27 High St. Info: www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/ceilidh-2022-tickets-382396116077
One of the top Highland Games at Fife Station Park, in front of the Old Course Hotel. Info: www.standrewshighlandgames.co.uk
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
Community Talk & Presentations by The Centre for Scottish Studies, University of Guelph, 50 Stone Road East. The event is free and early registration is encouraged, as seating is limited. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/networking-jacobites-community-talk-presentations-tickets-371303287127
Hailed as the “Premier Solo Piping Contest in the World,” The Northern Meeting Piping Competition attracts pipers from across the globe at Eden Court Theatre. Info: www.piping.northern-meeting.org
Celebrating almost half a century of music, the 40 Years Live tour will see Eddi bring her signature vocals to venues up and down the country, including dates in Galashiels, Greenock, Oban, Kilmarnock, Dundee, Huntly and Inverness. Info: www.eddireader.co.uk/gigs
Starts with the Calling of the Clans then on September 3rd we will have The AHC Highland Games hosted by SHAG along with music by The Real Blarney Stoners and the Cross Jack’s and a performance by the Appalachian Irish Dance company. There will be a competition by Everblade Academy and demonstrations and archery in ... Read more
The festival showcases Gaelic culture and the thriving Scottish traditional music scene over 9 days of events in venues across the Highlands and Islands and this year will host 40 concerts and cèilidhs, an extensive education and communities programme and an online offering which will include workshops and livestreamed concerts. Info: www.blas.scot
Traditional Highland Gathering at The Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park. Since 1848, The Gathering has been attended regularly by the reigning Monarch and members of the Royal Family. Info: www.braemargathering.org
Thrill to the sounds of the pipes in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, a great weekend of Scottish celebration featuring pipe bands, entertainment, Clans, dancing and more. Info: 403-678-9454 or www.canmorehighlandgames.ca
A weekend of Scottish celebration and friendship at Great Meadows, 5089 Old Tavern Rd. Info: www.vascottishgames.org
Full day of Scottish events at Altamont Fairgrounds, 129 Grand St. Info: www.scotgames.com
Presented by the Caledonian Club of San Francisco on Labor Day Weekend at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Info: www.thescottishgames.com
Canterbury West Coast Centre Championships, South Island Championship at Ashburton Trust Event Centre, 211 Wills St. Info: The Competition Secretary- highlandashburton@gmail.com.
Join us at The Calgary Rugby Union for a glorious day of heavy events, bagpipes, band, Highland dancing, tastes of Scotland plus much more. Info: www.facebook.com/calgaryhighlandgames
Scottish country dancing in Wellington at Knox Church Hall, High St, Lower Hutt. Info: www.wellingtonscd.org.nz
A traditional Scottish Games at Bogles Field, Essendy Rd. Info: www.blairgowriehighlandgames.co.uk
An international conference looking at Scotland’s Early Dark Age will bring together archaeologists, historians, philologists, topologists, literary scholars, geographers, geo-archaeologists, art experts and anthropologists in a multi-disciplinary meeting of minds. Info: www.merlintrail.com
Music, culture, sports, gourmet pleasures and much more in Quebec City. Info: www.festival-celtique.com
CelticmMusic, Pipe Bands, Scottish Highland Athletics, representatives of many Clans and much more. Info: 970-586-6308 or www.scotfest.com
Revel in the rich traditions of Scotland on Edinboro University's picturesque campus. Info: www.edinboro.edu/events/highland-games
A celebration of Celtic culture at Centennial Farm, 563 McMannamy Draw. Info: www.flatheadcelticfestival.com
The Scottish Studies Society invites you and your friends and family to its annual Scot of the Year Award event during which we will pay tribute to this year’s recipient: internationally acclaimed historian Margaret MacMillan at Seeley Hall in the University of Toronto's Trinity College. It will be a magnificent evening of fine food, music ... Read more
A relaxed social evening sampling 5 single malt whiskies from Scotlands distilling regions. If you’re a regular whisky drinker, enjoy the occasional dram or simply curious to learn, you will be in good company. Info: www.allevents.in/org/whisky-tasting/18205238
Join the Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia for a dram at the Irish Club, 61 Townshend Road, Subiaco. Info: www.saintandrew.org.au
A traditional Highland Games with a full day of events. Info: www.pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk
Scotland’s Paul McKenna has long been ranked among our finest younger singers and songwriters, armed with a powerful yet intensely emotive voice and passionate social conscience, often expressed through his songs, a combination that’s brought frequent comparisons to the great Dick Gaughan. Paul was a featured artist at the world renowned Transatlantic Sessions in 2019. ... Read more
Where families come together every year to learn, appreciate, preserve and celebrate Scottish and Celtic traditions for charitable, educational, social, and athletic purposes at Sanders Ferry Park. Info: www.midtenngames.com
With over 200 whiskies available to sample from some of the most celebrated names in the industry, plus an extensive programme of award winning mixology, local food vendors, cutting edge musicians and live artists. Info: www.nationalwhiskyfestival.scot
The 30th annual festival will be held at Kindleberger Park. Info: www.kalamazooscottishfest.org/2022-festival
Experience a whole weekend of Scottish & Celtic culture, with the Avenue of Clans, Scottish craft & food vendors, Scottish music & dancing, as well as Highland Games. Info: www.kelso.gov/visitors/highlander-festival
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
Come along and enjoy a two-course buffet dinner, and a night filled with entertainment by Gallus Ceilidh Band and the Perth Metro Pipe Band at Wellington Room, Morley Sports and Recreation Centre 12 Wellington Rd, Morley. Book your tickets online at www.trybooking.com/CAKBH or for details: www.perthmetropb.com.au
From Highland Games to Celtic folk, to Haggis; the Covenanter Scottish Festival has something for everyone at 1199 Valley Rd. Info: www.covenanterscottishfestival.com
Love Celtic music? Wantto meet new people? No experince required at Churchill Park United Church 7.30-9.30pm. Info: www.rscdswinnipeg.ca
Scottish Country Dancing. No partner is required. Suitable for beginners or experienced dancers at St Joseph Church Hall. Info: Kylie 0417 007 432.
An authentic celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture at the Broken Arrow Events Park, 21101 E 101st St. Info: www.okscotfest.com
One of the largest and most diverse Highland Games held in the United States at Loon Mountain Resort, 60 Loon Mountain Rod. Info: : 1-800-358-7268 or www.nhscot.org
See massed pipe Bands on parade, athletes, Highland dancers, entertainers, and more fun for the whole family at Idlewild Park. Info: 814 931-4714 or www.ligonierhighlandgames.org
A celebration of Celtic culture at at the Niagara County Fairgrounds, 4487 Lake Ave. (Rte. 78). Info: www.niagaraceltic.com
A celebration of Scotland at Timberlinn Park, free admission. Info: www.fireandicecelticevents.voog.com
This years event has been postponed. Info: www.clansonthecoast.com.au
Celebrate the Spring Equinox in Bathurst with pipes and drums, kilts and traditional dancing. This Scottish night starts with the loan piper on the ramparts at Abercrombie House. Info: 02 6331 4929 or www.abercrombiehouse.com.au
Scottish country dancing in Wellington at Ngaio Town Hall, Ottawa Rd, Ngaio. Info: www.wellingtonscd.org.nz
As part of Scotland on Tour, the exciting initiative to support the recovery of Scotland’s live music industry, celebrated singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist George Francis will play at Inverness Cathedral. Info: https://scotlandontour.com/product/george-francis-2/
Pictish Trail, aka Johnny Lynch, writes music about looking inwards, touching on themes of isolation and escapism. He draws inspiration from his life on the Isle of Eigg where he often experiences feelings of remoteness on the island, while also enjoying a sense of belonging. Info: https://scotlandontour.com/product/pictish-trail-arisaig/
Come along for a free event and listen to Pipe Bands WA, watch Highland dancing and admire Highland athletes fight for the top spot. There will be food trucks, there will be music with the Jarrah Celts and to quench your thirst the Pipers Inn will be setting up an outdoor Beer tent, not to ... Read more
Renowned Scottish singer-songwriter Fiona Kennedy has performed all over the world during her career, and she now brings a genre-defying set to the Glasgow venue as part of Scotland on Tour. With her set including heartbreaking highland melodies to emotive country ballads and upbeat folk tunes. Info: https://scotlandontour.com/product/fiona-kennedy-friends/
Designated Scotland's National Book Town in 1998, Wigtown is home to a community of booksellers and literary events. Info: www.wigtownbookfestival.com
The Largest free Celtic festival in North America. Info: www.celticfest.org
The flagship biennial celebration of arts and culture in Moray, showcasing artists of national and international renown. Info: www.findhornbayarts.com
As part of Scotland on Tour, the exciting initiative to support the recovery of Scotland’s live music industry, Hebridean psychedelic singer-songwriter Pictish Trail will play MacArts in Galashiels. Info: https://scotlandontour.com/product/pictish-trail-macarts/
Using the fiddle, drums, banjo, guitar, bass, bagpipes, whistle and vocals, Heron Valley transports audiences to many iconic places, through melodies and lyrics, from the rugged islands of the Outer Hebrides, to the mystical hills of Argyll. Info: https://scotlandontour.com/product/heron-valley/
A celebration of Scottish & Irish culture with Celtic music, dance and events. Info: www.scotsirishfestival.com
Held at the Clay County Fairgrounds in Green Cove Springs, FL, SHED is a fabulous opportunity to listen, learn, and experience Scottish history and culture through a day of presentations, interactive demonstrations, dance, music, and culture. Clans, food and vendors will be on hand for your education and enjoyment. You do not want to miss ... Read more
Port Adelaide Caledonian Society is proud to be able to bring back The Borderers to the PACS hall. There is nothing more exciting than an evening of fun music, dancing, singing and community. Performances through the night by GSSHD Dancers. Info: 0400 896 131 or www.facebook.com/portadelaidescots
Pipe bands, Clans, whisky tasting, entertainment and more at Watson Lake Park (Loch Watson). Info: www.prescottareacelticsociety.com
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
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
With a mix of fiddle, accordions, pipes and whistles, alongside guitar and vocals, underpinned by driving bass, drums and keys, Skerryvore represent the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music with shows in Banff & Camrose, Alberta and Vancouver & Victoria, British Columbia. Info: www.skerryvore.com/tour
Scotland on Tour, the exciting initiative to support the recovery of our live music industry, will return to Glasgow’s West End this autumn when An Evening of Songs and Stories with James Grant comes to Cottiers Theatre. Info: https://scotlandontour.com/product/an-evening-of-songs-and-stories-with-james-grant
Elaine Lennon, award-winning Scottish singer-songwriter and TEDx speaker, will take to the stage with The Homebird Sessions Tour at The Woodside Hotel, as part of her upcoming Scottish tour. Info: https://event.bookitbee.com/39080/elaine-lennon-and-jesse-terry
The American-Scottish Foundation invites you to join us to celebrate the outstanding contributions of Charles, Lord Bruce for his international contributions to Scottish Heritage, Arts, Culture and Education at the University Club, New York City. Infpo: www.americanscottishfoundation.com
There will be a Friday evening Social get together in the Ben Wyvis Hotel, a Saturday optional coach tour, a dinner on the Saturday evening all leading up to the AGM on the Sunday morning. Info: www.clanmackenziesociety.co.uk
Julian Anderson, Murray Compton, Dayle Hadlee, Ross Blanks, Erin Callanan sing Scottish and Irish songs at Nut Point Centre, 222 Langdales Rd. Info: 03 342 1033 or www.nutpoint.org
Hosted by the New South Wales branch of Pipe Bands Australia and held at Pittwater Rugby Park. Info: www.championships.pipebandsaustralia.com.au
Presented by Piping & Dancing Association of NZ: Marlborough Nelson Centre at Nelson College, 67 Waimea Rd. Info: entries.nzhd@gmail.com
Train in the unique Scottish Heavy Athletics; which require a mix of strength, athleticism and sheer willpower. Including: Caber Toss, Hammer Throw, Stone Putt, weight for distance and Sheaf Toss. Receive expert coaching from 18 times New Zealand Highland Heavy Events Champion, Pat Hellier and Olympic Games athlete (Javelin 1992). All levels of ability are ... Read more
Piping competition at the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, 48 Nile St. Info: www.facebook.com/NZYoungPiper
The Galloway Hoard, one of the most important UK archaeological finds of the century on display at Aberdeen Art Gallery. The Galloway Hoard is the richest collection of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever found in Britain or Ireland. Info: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/AAGM/whats-aberdeen-art-galleries-and-museums/galloway-hoard-viking-age-treasure
This festival originated as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture, especially that of the Scottish Highland Games at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds. Info: www.celticheritage.org/mac-scottish-festival
The Four Corners region's premier event celebrating Celtic culture at Riverside Park. Info: www.aztechighlandgames.com
Scotland's largest autumn event, held annually throughout the month of October in Faskally Woods part of the Tay Forest Park, near Pitlochry. The trees and water around Loch Dunmore, a beautiful small lochan, are set with lights, art and sounds. Info: www.enchantedforest.org.uk
Comedy is coming back with a bang to the Granite City with a star-studded line-up for the Aberdeen International Comedy Festival 2022. Info: www.aberdeeninspired.com
The premier games for Southern California with 25,000+ attendees over one weekend at Seaside Park. Info: www.seasidehighlandgames.org
Cape Breton's annual award-winning, internationally-renowned celebration of music and culture. Info: www.celtic-colours.com
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 of Arts, Coxs Road, ... Read more
For the first time in over 370 years, the Clan Buchanan will gather to celebrate the investiture of a new chief: J. Michael Baillie-Hamilton Buchanan, Chief of the Name and Arms of Buchanan and Arnprior. A traditional Scottish ceremony hosted and organised by the Chief and his Family, to be held on the Clan Seat ... Read more
A spectacular celebration of the stories of the far north of Scotland, taking place across Caithness in celebration of Scotland’s ancient Nordic connections and close ties to North America. Info: www.lytharts.org.uk/northern-stories-festival
** 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. Info: www.canberragathering.com.au
Whether a family’s background is of Scots-Irish origin or of other descent, the day always brings with it an air of excitement and anticipation at Radford University. Info: www.radford.edu/content/festival/home.html
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
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 Police Youth Development Pipe Band who will ... Read more
Showcasing NZ's top mini pipe bands. They'll battle it out across all grades at Murphy's Law Irish Bar. Info: www.papakurapipeband.co.nz/minis/
Celebrate Scotland in Scotland, at The Waldo Homestead , 96 Waldo Rd. Info: www.scotlandgames.org
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
Every year Arkansas’ oldest city 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
The impressive mix of sights and sounds of a Scottish Highland Games presented in a uniquely southern style at Stone Mountain Park.Info: www.smhg.org
More than 200 competitions will take place during the eight-day festival, ranging from traditional instruments like accordion, fiddle, clarsach and bagpipes to Gaelic singing, storytelling, poetry, sport and choral competitions. Info: www.ancomunn.co.uk
A weekend of Celtic events, entertainment and celebration at Center Street Ballpark, 250 E Center St. Info: www.scotsontherocksmoab.org
For centuries live oral storytelling, blended with music and song, has carried Scotland’s voices from generation to generation -and round the world. The Storytelling Festival is a celebration of traditional and contemporary storytelling, oral traditions and cultural diversity, bringing together artists and audiences from Scotland and beyond.Info: www.sisf.org.uk
Held annually in Waipu’s Celtic Barn, this extravaganza of light and sound shows off some fantastic entries of wearable art from far and wide and show cases the concept of how much tartan can be seen to symbolise not just the idea of Scottishness but so much more. Info: www.waipumuseum.com/art-n-tartan
Whisky tasting night with the St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal at the Officer's Mess, Black Watch Armoury, 2067 Bleury St. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca
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 Police Youth Development Pipe Band who will ... Read more
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
** PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED-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
Looking for exercise that's fun? Try Scottish dancing! It's social and energetic – exercise for body and mind, done to toe-tapping music at Wellington High School. Info: www.cecwellington.ac.nz
A festival in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, celebrating new directions in Celtic music, dance and song. Info: www.rejiggedfestival.com
The Scottish North American Community Conference will return to New York, in person and online, and presented by the American Scottish Foundation. Info: www.scottishleadershipconference.com
Events include fire ceremony, ceilidh, pipes and drums, folk and modern Celtic bands, Scottish and Irish dancing, Gaelic lessons, Viking reenactments, clan tents and ancestry resources, whisky tasting, blacksmithing, lace tatting, sheep herding demonstrations, highland cattle (hielan coos) and more at Choctaw Creek Park. Info: www.unitedscotsok.com
If you have always wanted to try curling, this is the event for you! The session is open to the public and all experience levels are welcome to jopin the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto. It will feature a combination of instruction and play at High Park Club, 100 Indian Rd. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
The Pipers’ & Pipe Band Society of Ontario is excited to invite you to an autumn gathering in Kingston, Ontario to celebrate both our 75th anniversary and our 2022 Championship Supreme season winners at The Senior Staff Mess of The Royal Military College. Info: www.ppbso.org/75th
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
One of New Zealand's premier solo piping contests, presented by the Highland Piping Society of Canterbury, at St Andrew's College, Normans Rd. Info: www.pipersclub.co.nz
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 dancing demonstration. For details and bookings Jan Twyerould: jan_twyerould@bigpond.com.
At the Scottish Cultural Centre Free lesson 7pm-7:45 Dancing 8pm to 10:30pm, Admission $15 for adults, $10 for students. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org
Returning to Blair Castle for their 49th edition to both in-person and online audiences. The Glenfiddich Piping Championship was established in 1974 to inspire the world's finest exponents of Ceòl Mòr or Piobaireachd (the great music) and Ceòl Beag or light music (the little music). Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk/play/competitions/glenfiddich-solo-piping-championships
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
Rugby greats at Murrayfield Stadium. Info: www.scottishrugby.org
Join the Redcliffe Scottish Pipe Band, Ishka Ceilidh Band, Highland dancers and more at Webb Hall, Recliffe Showgrounds. Info: 0407 146 374 or redcliffescottish@hotmail.com
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 ... Read more
The story of the Highland Clearances in poetry and song at Knox United Church, 345 Pym St. Info: www.kucparksville.ca
Enjoy the beauty of Brodie Estate & Brodie Castle with a spectacular night time walk around the illuminated grounds. Info: www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/brodie-castle
The Centre for Scottish Studies at the University of Guelph invites you to an online lecture from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. EDT. The lecture will be given by Professor Fiona Edmonds who will draw on highlights from her book Gaelic Influence in the Northumbrian Kingdom: The Golden Age and the Viking Age. The event ... Read more
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
Drumming competition at Canterbury Caledonian Society Hall, Christchurch. Info:contest@rnzpba.com.
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 Autumn Gathering allows Scottish country dancers to gather over a weekend in Scotland. Dancers from the UK, North America, and continental Europe take part in classes, discussion fora, and workshops. Info: www.rscds.org/events/autumn-gathering-2022
A magical weekend of Scottish country dancing at Merrill Hall, classes with world-class teachers and outstanding musicians. Info: www.asilomar.rscds-sf.org
The Citadel Regimental Pipes and Drums, Clarsach (Scottish harp), Scottish food and more at The Daniel Island Club. Presented by The Robert Burns Society of Charleston. Info: www.burnscharleston.org
The Hororata Highland Games is a Scottish Festival with a Kiwi twist! Held annually, this event has something for the whole family with pipe bands, kids events, stalls, Clans and more at Hororata Domain. Info: www.hororatahighlandgames.org.nz
The largest gathering of Celts in Central Texas with multi-stage and programming of all things Celtic at the beautiful Pioneer Farms in North Austin. Info: www.austincelticfestival.com
Celebrate and enjoy the rich history and culture of Scotland with an incredible line up of events ranging from athletics to live music at Riverfront Park. Info: www.charlestonscottishgames.com
Kitchener-Waterloo Branch of the RSCDS was established in 1960; Blair Scottish Country Dancers group was established in 1980. Add those legacies together and we can celebrate 100 years of dancing in Waterloo Region. Come join us, and dance on a sprung wood floor at the Alpine Club in Kitchener to the music of Don Bartlett ... Read more
Scottish country dancing in the Wellington region at Carterton School Hall, Holloway St. Info: www.wellingtonscd.org.nz
At the historic Willard Intercontinental Hotel, this formal celebration of Scottish heritage will include Society’s own Color Guard Pipes & Drums & Highland Dancers, Cocktail Reception with Scottish Single Malt Whisky, Three-course gourmet dinner with wine pairings and more. Info: TartanBallDC@gmail.com
A ceilidh in support of the Saskatchewan Highland Gathering & Celtic Festival. There will be celtic tunes, dancing, pipe bands, Scottish food and more at St Martin de Porres Parish 4720 Castle Rd. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/shgcf-ceilidh-tickets-435726037307
Come along and be entertained by athletic highland teams and individuals competing in events – such as the bagpipes, the kilt, drumming and the heavy events – like the caber toss! The Games will also include entertainment and exhibits relevant of both Scottish and Gaelic cultures at 8731 West Swan Rd. Info: www.valleysocial.com.au
Celtic traditions continue on in Sacramento with a Scottish Highland Dancing competition at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Scot Dance Sacramento, a collective of Sacramento-area teachers of Scottish Highland dancing, is hosting its’ annual competition, showcasing dancers from Northern California and beyond.The dancing will be accompanied by live bagpipe music provided by Abraham McCarty, pipe major of ... Read more
The three-day event includes the skirl of the bagpipes, the wearing of the tartan, tossing the caber, Highland dancing, Celtic entertainers, shopping, food and fun at Salado Museum. Info: www.saladomuseum.org
Featuring great Celtic entertainment, storytelling, Clans, pipe bands, sheep herding, Highland athletics and more at Harrison County Fairgrounds, 15321 County Farm Rd. Info: www.mshighlandsandislands.com
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
A celebration of Scottish culture and friendships as well as a Scottish Highland Games Heavy Athletics clinic and competition at McCoy Pavilion Grounds, Ala Moana Beach Park. This event is a a lead up to the full 40th Anniversary Hawaii Scottish Festival in April 2023. Info: www.hawaiianscottishassociation.com
The Balmoral Classic championship is the only solo bagpiping and Scottish snare drumming competition in the US exclusively for those age 21 and under, presented by the Balmoral School of Piping & Drumming. Info: www.balmoralschoolofpiping.org/balmoral-classic-competition
Celebrate Scotland's patron Saint with the Scottish Society of Indianapolis at Murat Shriners. Info: www.indyscot.org
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 (subsidized) includes a tasty lunch and ... Read more
Enjoy an evening of Scottish music and Reels in a lovely Beaux-Arts mansion in New York City. Info: www.nyscottishball.com
A night of Scottish cuisine, Highland dancers, bagpipes, historical presentation, live auction and wee drams with the St. Andrew’s Society of Central Florida. Info: www.standrewscfl.com
The BBC Pipe Band, which has recently returned from performing at the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, will take to the stage alongside our BBC Pipe Band learners, local musicians and Scottish dancers to delight you with loads of fun and entertainment, at Brisbane Boys' College. Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/CCVRF
Scotland and New Zealand first faced each other in 1905 and have since played 31 matches as opponents. Of those 31 games, New Zealand have won 29 and 2 have been a draw leaving the All Blacks with an impressive winning streak of 19 consecutive matches. At Murrayfield Stadium. Info: www.scottishrugby.org
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 two iconic clubs face off ... Read more
A gala evening of dining, dancing and pageantry celebrating Scottish heritage in Montreal at The Windsor Ballrooms, 1170 Peel St. Info: www.standrewsball.com
Great Celtic music, food and more at Highlander Park. Info: www.facebook.com/DunedinCelticFestival
Billy Connolly’s highly-collection of limited edition prints and stainless steel sculptures “Born on a Rainy Day” is as humorous as his own comedy. Exclusive Preview in Canberra at the Hyatt Canberra, free entry. Info: www.bornonarainyday.com.au
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2022 made its return to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade showcasing ‘Voices’ with over 900 performers from the UK, Mexico, The United States, Switzerland, Germany, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo will screen in more than 120 cinemas around Australia, and more than 40 cinemas across New ... Read more
Scottish twins Craig & Charlie Reid aka The Proclaimers tour Motherwell, Dunfermline and Dundee. Info: www.the.proclaimers.co.uk/the-gigs
A festival celebrating St Andrews Day and the very best of Scottish history, heritage, culture, film, music and food is set to take place in East Lothian (home of Scotland’s iconic Saltire Flag). Info: www.visiteastlothian.org
Billy Connolly’s highly-collection of limited edition prints and stainless steel sculptures “Born on a Rainy Day” is as humorous as his own comedy. Premiere Season in Sydney at the Hyatt Regency, 166 Sussex St, free entry. Info: www.bornonarainyday.com.au
At the Scottish Cultural Centre Free lesson 7pm-7:45 Dancing 8pm to 10:30pm, Admission $15 for adults, $10 for students. Everyone welcome, no experience or partner required. Loads of fun and live music too with the resident Ceilidh Band Calanais. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org
Cancelled for this year and back November 18, 2023. Info: www.facebook.com/aucklandhighlandgames
Gather with the St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto for a great evening of Scottish food, music, dance and friendship. Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
Amalia Hall is the violin soloist in the centrepiece of this exciting concert of the sounds of Scotland; Celtic Connections. Amalia will perform the well-known concerto by Max Bruch. Other works are by Mendelssohn, Maxwell Davies and McCunn. The concert will be conducted by guest conductor Marc Taddei who is the Music Director of Orchestra ... Read more
Celebrating almost half a century of music, the 40 Years Live tour will see Eddi bring her signature vocals to Crieff Academy. Info: www.eddireader.co.uk/gigs
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
Celebrate Scotland's patron Saint with the St. Andrew’s Society of Winnipeg at Hotel Fort Garry. Info: www.standrewssocietywinnipeg.com
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
Scotland’s most celebrated fiddle band Blazin’ Fiddles’ will join together with Dougie Maclean for a St Andrew’s night celebration at Usher Hall. Info: www.usherhall.co.uk/whats-on/blazin-fiddles
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!
Scottish twins Craig & Charlie Reid aka The Proclaimers tour Glasgow, Kilmarnock, Edinburgh, Perth, Inverness and Aberdeen. Info: www.the.proclaimers.co.uk/the-gigs
What better way to have a St. Andrew’s Day celebration than with a high energy Ceilidh Dance! Gather some friends for a fun night out with music by Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club with new dance set tunes & some old favourites at 140 Hoddle St, Abbotsford. Info: www.trybooking.com/CDFDF
For more than 50 years, Campagna Center has celebrated Alexandria’s Scottish heritage during the holiday season. Proceeds from all events of the Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend benefit our core programs that help children and families in Alexandria from cradle to career. Info: www.campagnacenter.org/event/scww
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 tingling experience. Info: www.daylesfordhighland.com
Join in the festivities of Edinburgh's annual Christmas festival by taking part in this charitable 10k walk. This event is for any age and any ability, since it is all about having fun, getting in the Christmas spirit and raising money for charity. Info: www.letsdothis.com/gb/e/the-edinburgh-christmas-charity-festival-10k-walk-2022-189717
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 Sons of Scotland are pleased to be hosting their annual St. Andrew's Day Celeidh with music, dance, dinner and more at Location Royal Canadian Legion, Eastview, 294 Cyr Ave. Info: www.sospb.com
The Greater Moncton Scottish Association is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Christmas Highland Dance Competition at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Info: www.monctonhighlandgames.com/competitions-1
Craic n Ceilidh and the Red Hackle Pipe Band biannual ceilidh. Get on your dancing shoes, grab a partner and join for a night of dancing and music at Pipe Band Hall, Redwood Railway Station. Info: www.facebook.com/WellingtonRedHackle
Clan Cameron Auckland invite you to a piping recital with Finlay Cameron at Parnell Cricket Club, 5pm. Info: www.facebook.com/ClanCameronNZ
Family friendly Ceilidh with renowned fiddler Anna Ludlow celebrating our Scottish origins, meal, highland and ceilidh dancing at Saint Patrick Basilica. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/st-andrews-day-ceilidh-at-saint-patrick-basilica-tickets-444403050487
In this illustrated online lecture, art historian Professor Viccy Coltman (University of Edinburgh) discusses a number of images, objects and textiles associated with the third generation Jacobite claimant, Prince Charles Edward Stuart, dating from the decades in and around the mid eighteenth century. The lecture portion of this event can be viewed online (on Zoom) ... Read more
The 20th annual MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards returns to the Caird Hall, showcasing and celebrating Scottish traditional music at its very best to folk fans from across the country.Known as the Folk Oscars, the 2022 MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards will feature performances from some of Scotland's leading Scottish musicians and singers. ... Read more
California’s favorite Scottish music trio returns to the Annex with their Very Scottish Christmas. Enjoy David Brewer’s unparalleled mastery of the Great Highland Bagpipe, Rebecca Lomnicky’s internationally awarded Scottish fiddling, and Adam Hendey’s warm-emotive voice over a lush foundation of guitar and reed organ. The Fire’s Very Scottish Christmas showcases Scottish and Irish dance and ... Read more
The group features mainly Scottish and Irish songs; serious and amusing, harmonies and instrumentals are a feature, with audience participation welcomed. The band members perform in their kilts at Christchurch Folk Music Club, 29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon. Info: www.folkmusic.org.nz/kilmarnock-edition
Celebrating almost half a century of music, the 40 Years Live tour will see Eddi bring her signature vocals to Macdonald Aviemore Resort. Info: www.eddireader.co.uk/gigs
Graham Lindsey released his second album of Celtic music, The Next Best Thing, in 2020 - and now you can help celebrate its release at The Gladstone Theatre. Info: www.thegladstone.ca/the-next-best-thing
Join the Hunter Valley Scots Club and celebrate the festive season at Teralba Hall. Info: hunterscots@gmail.com
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
The day begins at 8.30am with bagpipe and drum solos ranging from novice to A grade and attracts some of New Zealand's best musicians. Info: www.manawatuscottishsociety.com
We haven't been able to go to Scotland for the Tattoo so we have decided to bring some of the Tattoo to you. Scottish and Irish Dancing Displays, Marching Groups and more at Hallam Community Theatre. Info: www.trybooking.com/CCNIE
American-Scottish Foundation & Burns Society of New York invite you to a braw wee Scottish Christmas Celebration, with traditional Scottish songs and Christmas carols, at Union Club 101 E 69th St. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.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.
Featuring Claymore, Saoirse, The Glenbrae Celtic Dancers, Hawthorn Pipe Band and special international guest Manus McGuire all the way from Slaigo in Ireland at Chapel Off Chapel. Info: www.chapeloffchapel.com.au/show/a-celtic-christmas
The world’s biggest ceilidh will feature some of the top musicians on the Scottish and Irish traditional music scene, at The Ovo Hydro. Info: www.sec.co.uk/events/detail/hoolie-in-the-hydro
The 24th Pipes of Christmas, a celebration for the soul with Celtic festive performances. The concert presents the music of Christmas accompanied by readings taken from the Celtic literature of Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. One show in NY and another in NJ, both dates at 2 & 7 PM. Info: www.pipesofchristmas.com
Wishing all our readers, advertisers and friends a very happy and peaceful Christmas!
Summer School is a fantastic opportunity to improve your Scottish country dancing, attend amazing evening events and meet dancers from across NZ. All ability levels welcome. Celebrate the New Year in traditional Scottish Country Dancing style. Info: www.dancescottish.org.nz
Hogmanay is one of the big celebrations in Edinburgh and a bucket list experience for people from around the world. With celebrations including an awe-inspiring torchlit procession through the city’s streets to ceilidhs to the street party, fireworks and Loony Dook on 1 January, it’s the ultimate way to say goodbye to the old and ... Read more
The much loved Scottish Fiddle Orchestra will showcase their Hogmanay Celebration at Usher Hall, Edinburgh on Friday 30th December, with hundreds of guests expected to flock to the special gig. Info: www.usherhall.co.uk/whats-on/scottish-fiddle-orchestra-hogmanay-celebration
The Scottish Banner wishes all our readers, advertisers and friends a very Happy Hogmanay and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2023!
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
Join RSCDS London Ontario Canada and celebrate Hogmanay at Colborne St. United Church. Info: www.rscdslondoncanada.org
A Scottish and Irish themed party celebrating New Years Eve at Burdekin Memorial Hall, 77 Ninth Ave. Info: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/966969
New Year’s Eve celebration with the Scottish Society of Ottawa. This is a family friendly way to close off the past year and to ring in the new. Info: www.ottscot.ca/hogmanay
One of the longest-running Scottish gatherings in the Southern Hemisphere, offering fierce competition, spectacular entertainment and a full day of family-friendly fun. Info: www.waipuhighlandgames.co.nz
Australia's oldest continuous running sporting event, with pipe bands, Scottish dancers, stalls and more. Info: www.highlandsociety.com.au/highland-gathering
A long-treasured tradition to welcome the New Year, The Edinburgh Royal Choral Union will perform Handel’s Messiah at the Usher Hall for the 135th time at Usher Hall. Info: www.usherhall.co.uk
Scottish actor Alan Cumming will return to our shores bringing his critically acclaimed stage production Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age to eager audiences in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth. Info: www.frontiertouring.com/alancumming
Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser and brilliant Californian cellist Natalie Haas blend Scottish tradition with cutting-edge string explorations with gigs in Courtenay, Victoria, Qualicum and Vancouver. Info: www.alasdairandnatalie.com
A celebration of Celtic culture and entertainment at Marathon Community Park, MM49 US Hwy 1 Ocean Side. Info: www.floridakeyscelticfestival.com
The RNZPBA Summer School is the perfect opportunity to learn from world class tutors, alongside your mates and showcases some of the best talent New Zealand has to offer. With international and domestic tutors across all disciplines, this is the best way to kick start your piping or drumming year held at St Andrew’s College. ... Read more
The Pipes and Drums event in Kansas City. World-class concerts, competitions, and master classes. Info: www.mhaf.org
The 2023 festival will showcase Greater Boston’s deep tradition of music, song and dance from Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton and other Celtic communities. Info: www.passim.org/live-music/bcmfest-2023
A weekend of all things Celtic at the Star Centre, 700 Congress Ave. Info: www.hdgburnsgathering.org
Experience traditional highland athletics, dance, art, music, culture, food and a Gaelic spirit at Central Winds Park. Info: www.flascot.com
Fiddler, Rosie Carver, with Celtic band Blackthorn and a special guest piper feature the musical traditions of Scotland with a special focus on Burns’ songs and poems at Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Ave. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-celebration-of-robbie-burns-with-blackthorn-tickets-392870725917
Scottish actor Alan Cumming is bringing his critically acclaimed stage production Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age to eager audiences in Auckland and Wellington. Info: www.frontiertouring.com/alancumming
Celtic Connections will return for its 30th anniversary edition as the UK's premier celebration of Celtic music at venues across Glasgow. Info: www.celticconnections.com
Burns (Supper) Luncheon with address to The Haggis, band, dancing, pipers. 2 course meal. Booking essential. 10.30am-2.00pm (AEST) $25.00 Payment at door at Woongoolba Community Hall, 1226 Stapylton-Jacobs Well Rd. Info: 0412 172 332 or enquirieswoongoolbahall@gmail.com
Celebrate Scotland’s National Bard, Robert Burns.Hosted by the American Scottish Foundation and University Club, New York. Info: www.americanscottishfoundation.com
Burns Supper and Ceilidh in the Valley. Info: www.scottishweekender.com
Join RSCDS London Ontario Canada and celebrate Robert Burns at Elmwood Ave. Presbyterian Church. Info: www.rscdslondoncanada.org
Join Hugh Murray Lodge to celebrate the life and legacy of the Immortal Robbie Burns, poet, philospher and the "Bard of Scotland". Info: www.parkbench.com/event/robbie-burns-dinner-2
Please join us on Friday, January 20 at 7:30 p.m. EST for Oidhche nam Bàrd during our Friday Night Online Ceilidh with our special guest Fear an Taighe and resident poet, Dr. Nathaniel Harrington!! It will encompass all things bardic, so be sure to wear brown and black and prepare your Gaelic songs, stories, and ... Read more
The St. Andrew’s Society of Toronto looks forward to holding their traditional Burns Dinner in conjunction with the University Club of Toronto. The event follows the time-honoured format with the Address to a Haggis, The Immortal Memory and Toasts to the Lassies and Laddies. Musical entertainment will be provided by Old Man Flanagan’s Ghost. Info: ... Read more
Presented by the San Diego Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans, celebrate the bard! Info: www.sdhighlandgames.org
The Ghillie Dhu Ballroom will play host to the 2023 Rabbie Burns Ball. A traditional Black Tie Burns Supper and Ceilidh in aid of the Scottish Association for Mental Health. Info: www.citizenticket.co.uk/events/the-annual-rabbie-burns-ball/the-rabbie-burns-ball-2023
Come and celebrate Scotland’s most cherished poet. Haggis, Pipes, Highland dancers, and much more at Sarnia Legion Branch 62, 286 Front Street North. Info: www.sarnialegion.com/event/robbie-burns-night-2023
Traditional haggis, bagpipes and drums, Scottish dancer, Scottish poetry, and all the fun toasts that come with celebrating Robert Burns, including the Salute to the Haggis at Palencia Club, 600 Palencia Club Dr. Info: www.jaxsaintandrews.org/burns-dinner
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. A night of culture and celebration of Robert Burns at Oaks Toowoomba Hotel 25 Annand St. Info: www.tcspb.com.au
A celebration of Robert Burns and Scotland at United Service Club Queensland, 183 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill. Info: www.standrewsociety.com
Traditional Robbie Burns Dinner Program followed by The Barra MacNeils in Concert. 6pm Cocktails. 7pm 3 course Dinner and Program.. Masters of Ceremony with Nathan Bishop MacDonald and Robert Pringle. Piper Bill Boxall. 9pm Concert with The Barra MacNeils at Inverary Resort 368 Shore Rd. 3 Options:- Concert Tickets, - Dinner and Concert Tickets, - ... Read more
Join songsmith Bruce Coughlan with special guests Daniel Lapp, fiddle & piano and René Cusson, pipes & whistles and celebrate Burns Night with them in-person or watch from anywhere – virtually through Livestream available for 48 hours until Robbie Burns Day. Info: www.songsmith.ca
Held at the SEC in Glasgow is Scotland's biggest and only trade fair, with exhibitors who are gift and food wholesale suppliers from Scotland and beyond. Trade only event. Info: www.scotlandstradefairs.com
Burns Supper at Long Shore Lakes Clubhouse with the Saint Andrew's Society Naples. Info: www.saintandrewssocietynaples.com
Treasury Gardens - Spring Street (BYO Picnic). Anniversary Celebration Commences at 1:30 pm. Poetry, music and Highland Dancing Display at Treasury Gardens, Spring St. Info: 0416 271 573.
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.
Everyone is welcome to celebrate of the birthday of Scotland’s national bard. There will be piping, haggis, neeps, tatties, singing, and good cheer at Robert Burns Statue (Allan Gardens -Sherbourne and Carlton). Info: www.standrewstoronto.ca
Celebrate the life and poetry of Scottish poet Robert Burns with a Boozy Burns Night. A night of tributes, songs, haggis bites, music, comedy, and whisky at Secret Secret Club, 4 Bond St. Info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2023/boozy-burns-night/wellington
Presented by the Cobourg Highland Games Society, a traditional Scottish meal, including Haggis. Entertainment by the Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums and Highland Dancers at the Best Western Plus Cobourg. Info: www.cobourghighlandgames.ca
Celebrate the Bard with the Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia at the Pan Pacific Hotel, 207 Adelaide Terrace. Info: www.saintandrew.org.au
A rousing celebration of our National Bard is always a sentimental affair at Forgan’s- expect classic Scottish fayre with a twist, and an extensive selection of Scottish gins and whiskies to toast the man himself. Info: www.designmynight.com/uk/restaurants/dundee/forgans-broughty-ferry/a-poetic-burns-night
Greeted by a lone piper to celebrate the great Poet Robbie Burns at the Burns Supper. Be part of Burns night with traditional Scottish fare whilst they address the Haggis at Fox & Hounds 7 Elevation Dr. Info: 07 5665 7582 or www.foxandhounds.net.au
2 Burns Day parties celebrating the Bard in Canada's capital of Ottawa, at Deacon Brodie's Pub on Elgin Street, with piping, dancing, haggis, and much more. Family friendly fun, no cover and giveaways make for 2 great events - on January 25 and 28. Hosted by the pub and the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band, ... Read more
Join Toitū Otago Settlers Museum and the Dunedin Burns Club to consider thoughts on Burns and politics from former Dunedin Mayor Aaron Hawkins and Taieri MP Ingrid Leary. Enjoy Traditional Scottish food and drink, kick your heels up at the ceilidh with music from the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra. Cheer the winning entries of the 2021 ... Read more
On Wednesday, January 25th at 7:30 PM in Pryor-Hubbard Hall, the Jesus Guild will celebrate a Burns' Night Supper. There will be a dinner of Haggis, Neeps and Tatties with accompaniments. (There will be an alternative meal for those who love Scotland but not Haggis). Highland attire is encouraged. Come join us for Mid-Winter merriment! ... Read more
Wishing all our readers a wonderful Australia Day!
A celebration of the life & legacy of Robert Burns through traditional and contemporary art & culture. Info: www.burnsandbeyond.com
At the Scottish Cultural Centre Free lesson 7pm-7:45 Dancing 8pm to 10:30pm, Admission $15 for adults, $10 for students. Everyone welcome, no experience or partner required. Loads of fun and live music too with the resident Ceilidh Band Calanais. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org
A participatory evening of verse and song celebrating the life and work of Scotland's Robert Burns. A traditional highland feast will be served with starter, main and dessert. Dress - Scottish dress or accoutrements are encouraged with a beach theme at Queenscliff SLSC. Info: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/997102
A festival celebrating all things Scottish with activities and entertainment for all ages. There will be Highland & National dancing, pipe bands, solo piping and drumming competitions and traditional Scottish Field Events, a range of local market stalls with crafts, food and refreshments. Info: www.turakinahighlandgames.co.nz
Join the St. Andrew’s Society of Los Angeles in celebrating the bard with food, music and more. Info: www.saintandrewsla.org
Join Clan MacNaughton Pipe Band for dinner, entertainment, an address to the haggis, and more in celebration of Robbie Burns Day at Dutch Canadian Club 13312 142 St. Info: www.eventbrite.ca/e/51st-annual-robbie-burns-dinner-tickets-424291416047
Commemorating the 263rd Anniversary of the Birth of Robert Burns with The Scottish Society of South Florida. A full night of entertainment with the traditional Address to a Haggis, Toasts, Immortal Memory and more at Tropical Acres Steakhouse, 2500 Griffin Rd. Info: www.sassf.org/Burns-supper
Celebrate the life, poetry, and music of Robert Burns. Sit-down dinner with an address to a haggis, toasts, reflection on Burns, and musical entertainment provided by Charlie Zahm and Tad Marks at Penn Harris Hotel. Info: www.pennscots.org
Celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns, Scotland's 'National Bard' at Torg Brewery. Info: www.mnscottishfair.org
Round up your friends, and get your glad rags and dancing shoes on for a traditional Celtic evening full of banter, craic, eating, drinking, and dancing. Info: arrowtownburnssuper@gmail.com
Put on some tartan and join the St. Andrew’s Society of Montreal on the ice as we celebrate Scottish culture and heritage in true Canadian fashion at Verdun Auditorium, 4110 Boulevard LaSalle. Info: www.standrews.qc.ca/kilt-skate.html
Up Helly Aa is a torchlight festival. This event takes place once a year on the last Tuesday of January in the Shetland Isles. Info: www.uphellyaa.org
Using archive material which documents aspects of 1920s Edinburgh, take a tour on a charabanc to look at life in the city at City Art Centre, 2 Market St. Info: www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/city-art-centre
Celtic music, workshops,Highland athletics demo, Celtic merchandise and more at the Rustic Sertoma Youth Ranch, 85 Myers Rd. Info: www.celticheritageproductions.com/fj.htm
The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra, joined by the RAF Central Scotland Pipes & Drums are delighted to be returning to Perth Concert Hall. They have a fantastic show lined up, including some favourite sets loved by our regular patrons - traditional music at its best, played by wonderful musicians who return by popular demand to provide ... Read more
Join the Hunter Valley Scots Club and celebrate the bard at Club Macquarie, 458 Lake Rd. Info: hunterscots@gmail.com
Enjoy a 2-hour performance by the award-winning MacMillan Pipe Band at BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr. Info: www.blackrockcenter.org/event-details/an-tilleadh-with-the-macmillan-pipe-band-1
Sabhal Mor Ostaig, the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture, celebrates 50 Years of being at the heart of Gaelic Music and Culture. This special concert features an array of stars from across the Scottish traditional music scene at the Old Fruitmarket. Info: www.glasgowconcerthalls.com
Join the Robert Burns Club of Melbourne in celebrating the life of Scotland’s poet Robert Burns at the Moonee Ponds Bowling Club, Moonee Ponds. Info: Michael 0407 051 748.
A traditional Burns Supper with lots of entertainment, dinner and great company at Carlton Theatre, Carlyle Gardens. Info: mlg7@optusnet.com.au or sms 0413 456 542.
Includes displays and information from local Celtic groups, the Mid-Winter Ceilidh and Celtic Workshops. Info: www.crpb.org/mwcf
Dinner dance celebrating birth of Robert Burns, complete with Address to a Haggis, performance by Rhode Island Pipe Band, and Immortal Memory speech commemorating Robert Burns. Info: www.sasri.co
Show your pride in Scottish culture by skating in kilts, tartans and other Scottish regalia at the skating pond at White Park. Info: www.kiltskate.com
The National Piping Centre’s Adult Gatherings return for the first of four events across the year. You can join these schools in person or online, so you can get tuition from the world’s best, wherever you are across the globe! Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk
SPECTRA, Scotland’s Festival of Light returns to light up the winter nights with installations, projections and sculptures, as well as returning home to Union Terrace Gardens for the first time in five years. Info: www.spectrafestival.co.uk
Scottish country dance events at Chateau Lacombe Hotel. Info: www.rscdsedmonton.com
Full Highland Gasmes and evening Tattoo 9am to 9pm, at the Paeroa Domain, 12 hours of entertainment. Info: www.paeroahighlandgames.co.nz
Featuring multiple All American Highland Games qualifiers, All American Highland Games Caber Toss Championship, Scottish heritage activities, music, dance, food, fun for the kids and more. Info: www.tallyhighlandgames.com
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
Put on some tartan and join on the ice as we celebrate Scottish culture and heritage in true Canadian fashion. Info: www.kiltskate.com
With film and TV guests, iconic props, as well as incredible trader stalls and fantastic cosplay competitions, there is something for everyone. Capital Sci-Fi Con is the ultimate not for profit comic con event, with all profits donated to Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS). Featuring an amazing special guest line up from Film and TV ... Read more
Scottish music, Haggis dinner, bar, entertainment at Memorial Hall, 34 Main St S. Info: www.ppdpb.com
The Great Canadian Kilt Skate is back in Calgary. After two years of Covid cancellations, we’re returning to Olympic Plaza as part of the final day celebrations of the Calgary Chinook Winter Blast festival at Olympic Plaza. Info: www.kiltskate.com
The first ever Great Canadian Kilt Skate to be held in Quebec City. The Great Canadian Kilt Skate gives everyone a chance to celebrate their inner Scot. You don’t need a kilt, just wear a bit of tartan and join for the fun. Info: www.kiltskate.com
Come along for a wild ride with fishing, hunting, whisky, shortbread, rhythm, folk songs and the spirit of Scotland! A hilarious, award-winning physical comedy.Info: www.fringeworld.com.au
Comunn Gàidhlig Thoronto is inviting you to a Zoom Cèilidh. Join us to speak and learn Gaelic, enjoy cultural fun and activities, share a story, song or dance and help grow our Gaelic community together. Info: gaelictoronto@gmail.com or www.gaelicsocietytoronto.com/friday-night-ceilidh.html
A winter indoor Celtic Festival bringing the Celtic spirit of the Seven Nations to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, will be held inside of the Davis Center at the WNC Agricultural Center. Info: www.ashevillecelticfest.com
Celebrate the Scottish Culture in Mount Dora with bagpipers, Highland Athletics, Celtic music, dancing, Society and Heritage Clan Village, Shortbread Contest, and more. Info: www.mountdorascot.com
This annual event, held at The National Piping Centre, celebrates the best in young piping, from all pipers aged Under 18. Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk/play/competitions/npc-junior-competition
Hosted by the Eastern United States Pipe Band Association and supported by Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation at Dunedin Community Centre. Info: www.dunedinscottisharts.com
Del Amitri, one of Scotland’s finest exports, has announced a long-awaited return this summer, their first since the 1990s. The national tour will see founding members and songwriters Justin Currie (vocals/bass) and Ian Harvie (guitar) reunited with Andrew Alston (keyboards/accordion) and Kris Dillimore (guitar), and joined by James McDermott (drums). Back in the spotlight after ... Read more
Taking place over five days in the Scottish town of Pitlochry, Winter School attracts around 150 dancers from the UK, continental Europe, North America, and Australasia. Attendees enjoy a 4-star stay in the Atholl Palace Hotel, with a range of classes, social dances, tours and, of course, the famous ball at Blair Castle. Info: www.rscds.org/events/winter-school-2023
Ottawa’s 9th Annual Great Canadian Kilt Skate at Lansdowne Park Skating Court, near the Aberdeen Pavilion. You don’t need a kilt. You don’t need to be Scottish. Bring your your inner Scot by wearing a bit of Canada’s favourite colour: tartan! Info: www.kiltskate.com
At the Scottish Cultural Centre Free lesson 7pm-7:45 Dancing 8pm to 10:30pm, Admission $15 for adults, $10 for students. Everyone welcome, no experience or partner required. Loads of fun and live music too with the resident Ceilidh Band Calanais. Info: www.vancouverceilidh.org
10 shows across Australia (Perth, Darwin, Cairns, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Hobart, Melbourne & Adelaide) as part of their current world tour. Info: www.theproclaimerstour.com.au
Enjoy the athletics, music, food and fun of the Highland Games and a "Wee Bit o’ Scotland" to the Northeast Florida area at Clay County Fairgrounds. Info: www.neflgames.com
If you have always wanted to try curling, this is the event for you! The session is open to the public and all experience levels are welcome. It will feature a combination of instruction and play. There will be drinks after the on-ice session to raise a glass with teammates and new friends at the ... Read more
Annual Pipe Band Contest usually held in Christchurch, but this year held in Blenheim at Lansdowne Park. Celebrating our Scottish culture. There will be 12 Pipe Bands, including youth bands competing both days in a build-up to the NZ National Contest in Christchurch, two weeks later. Saturday morning will commence with a Street March in ... Read more
Join the Society of St Andrew (Darling Downs Branch) at the Burke & Wills Hotel. Info: www.facebook.com/events/2684258341704791
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
In the Nation's Capital Saturday February 25, 2023: Open Pre-Premier & Premier Competition. Sunday February 26, 2023: Choreography Competition. Info: www.ohda.ca
Bagrock with attitude in Maine, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and New Hampshire. Info: www.rhcp.scot
Pipe Bands Victoria and Ballarat Grammar School are proud to bring the 2nd Pipe Band Contest of the 2022/2023 Victorian competition season. Info: www.facebook.com/pipebandsvic
For more than 20 years, The Amadeus Choir has gathered our community at an annual Celtic fundraising concert to support the work we do. We invite you to join us for the first live Celtic event in three years on Saturday, February 25th at either 2:00pm or 7:30pm. The Celtic Kitchen Party will feature a ... Read more
Burns Nicht Supper hosted by the Saint Andrew's Society of Mid-Maryland. Celebrating the Birthday of Scotland’s greatest poet and author, Robert “Rabbie” Burns. Scottish traditions with a twist! Don your kilt or wear a wisp o' tartan, and let's party with the Scots! Featuring the MacMillan United Pipe Band, the Crawford Family Highland Dancers, a ... Read more
Don your full kilt and regalia, or slap on a bit of tartan, but join in celebrating Scotland’s contribution to Manitoba’s multicultural mosaic at The Duck Pond, Assiniboine Park. Info: www.kiltskate.com
The Great Canadian Kilt Skate gives everyone a chance to celebrate their inner Scot. You don’t need a kilt, just wear a bit of tartan and join for the fun at Centre Wellington Sportsplex. Info: www.kiltskate.com
Scotland Returns to the Desert at Gilbert Regional Park, 3005 E. Queen Creek Rd. Info: www.phoenixscottishgames.com
Gallus Ceilidh Band are a high energy "kick in the pants" ceilidh band, mashing Scottish jigs and reels with rock, dance and funk tunes to get any party going. With half the band steeped in traditional music and the other half in contemporary music, the explosion of energy that results has to be experienced at ... Read more
New Zealand's largest Whisky Festival at Te Pae Christchurch Convention & Exhibition Centre. Info: www.dramfest.co.nz
A celebration of Scotland and Wellington's very own Highland Games at Waitangi Park. Info: www.facebook.com/pipesintheparkWGTN
Includes pipe bands, Clans, ceilidh, Celtic entertainment and more at Plantation Heritage Park. Info: www.sassf.org
Scots Day Out reboots along with pipe bands, dancers and Scottish diaspora organisations, the central Victorian event for 2023 will be held in the Loddon River community of Bridgewater. Info: www.scotsdayout.com
90 years of continuous playing deserves a big night out full of tasty food, bar priced drinks, Ceilidh dancing, a full pipe band and more at Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, 29 Cameron St. Info: www.sacpb.net
Following sell-out shows at Edinburgh Fringe Scottish performer Morna Burdon brings her inspiring one woman show to Adelaide. Packed with international stories and songs of women whose bravery, inventiveness and human spirit have stood up to injustice and oppression over continents & centuries at the Warehouse Theatre. Info: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/bonnie-fechters-af2023
Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh. The Future of Football Architecture? Focusing on Edinburgh's Tynecastle Park, the key issue is the survival of historical inner-city sports arenas and the quest to make football architecture more sustainable. The talk also highlights the importance of Archibald Leitch, the Scotsman who defined modern football architecture more than any other individual in ... Read more
Celebrating an exceptional award-winning 50-year career, Celtic folk heroes Clannad have announced dates on their ‘In a Lifetime’ Farewell World tour which sees the band tour Australia in March 2023, performing in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Canberra. This will be the final Clannad Tour of Australia. Info: www.livenationentertainment.com
Coinneach MacLeod, the Hebridean Baker is returning to North America for his second book tour to celebrate the release of his second cookbook, My Scottish Island Kitchen. The book tour will take Coinneach to Washington DC, Boston, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Fort Collins, CO and Chicago, with further dates and cities being announced. Tickets can be purchased ... Read more
Pipe band competitions which includes South Pacific Championship status, following a recently signed agreement between the Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands’ Association and Pipe Bands Australia at Hagley Park. Info: www.rnzpba.com
A celebration of Celtic culture, music, events and mnore at Calaveras County Fairgrounds. Info: www.calaverascelticfaire.com
Listen of play some pipes today! This is a day initiated by The Bagpipe Society to celebrate the world’s many bagpipes and piping traditions.
St. Augustine, Florida is America’s oldest Celtic city, experience top international & U.S. Celtic bands, Highland games, parade, whiskey tasting, workshops, lectures, Celtic food and more at Francis Field, 29 W. Castillo Dr. Info: www.celticstaugustine.com
The inaugural Hayland Gathering will include pipe bands, Scottish dancers and Scottish heavy events. Info: haylandgathering@gmail.com
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO 2024-Pipe bands, stalls and more at The Scots School Albury, 393 Perry St. Info: Rowena Newcomen 02 6022 0000, 0417 428 579 or www.scotsalbury.nsw.edu.au
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: www.wellingtongaelicclub.org.nz
The Edinburgh Highland Reel & Strathspey Society is delighted to return to the Queen’s Hall to present another varied programme of traditional Scottish fiddle music. The evening will feature the orchestra, under the baton of well-known Scottish fiddle-player Yla Steven BEM, playing a selection of marches, strathspeys, reels, jigs and hauntingly beautiful slow airs. Info: ... Read more
Scotland take on Ireland in this Six Nations fixture at Murrayfield Stadium. Info: www.scottishrugby.org
Unique Spaces in the historic Mission to Seafarers complex will burst to life with special international guest artist Scottish guitarist Tony McManus, Celtic rock and traditional music, Scottish smallpipes, Celtic harp, jigs, reels, beautiful singing and great craic. Info: www.melbournecelticfestival.com.au
Comunn Gàidhlig Thoronto is inviting you to a Zoom Cèilidh. Join us to speak and learn Gaelic, enjoy cultural fun and activities, share a story, song or dance and help grow our Gaelic community together. Info: gaelictoronto@gmail.com or www.gaelicsocietytoronto.com/friday-night-ceilidh.html
The family-friendly weekend event at the Borders Events Centre, Kelso, features a wide variety of work ranging from landscape, wildlife and portrait painting through to animal sculptures, botanical castings, ceramics and stone carvings. Info: www.bordersartfair.com
Two day festival back at the Vancouver Art Gallery in a celebtration of Celtic culture. Info: www.celticfestvancouver.com
Annual Whisky Festival featuring the best distillers and independent bottlers of today at Gannochy Suite-Perth Ice Rink. Info: www.spiritofperthshire.co.uk
Scottish stories, music, singing, prizes, and more with the best-selling author The Hebridean Baker, Coinneach MacLeod. Hebridean Baker & Gaelic Society of Toronto at the Royal Canadian Legion Brand 344 Tickets here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/hebridean-baker-book-launch-and-ceilidh-tickets-567362666007
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland’s BMus – Piping students showcase their playing. This fantastic night of piping from our Undergraduate Students of all years.With a mixture of solo performances and year group sets the night will be full of varying repertoire, from piobaireachd to puirt. Info: www.thepipingcentre.co.uk/visit/concerts/concerts
Scottish Country Dance workshop and tea dance includes two morning classes, lunch, tea dance & light refreshments. Minimum age 14 yrs. Guest teachers from London, U.K. and Ottawa, Ontario will each teach a basic class and a challenging class with local musicians providing music at Humberwood Community Centre, 850 Humberwood Blvd.Etobicoke. Option of attending tea ... Read more
Featuring Niagara Highland Dance Academy, Rince na Tiarna Adult Irish Dancers, Niagara Regional Police Pipe Band and featuring vocalist Codi Feller at Merritton Community Centre 7 Park Ave. Info: www.facebook.com/niagararegionalpolicepipeband
Includes live stage band Bowmore, a display from Kapiti Coast Pipes & Drums and fun dancing at Waikanae Memorial Hall, 7 Pehi Kupa St. Info: kapitiscots@outlook.com or 02 7229 4660.
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
No experience is necessary! We will be under the watchful eye of our professional caller who’ll be with you every step of the way, walking you through the moves before each dance and continuing to call out helpful hints through out the rest of the dances. Our band Schiehallions will make this a special, fun ... Read more