The Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band is proud to present their Up and Awa' Concert for the community. Enjoy an afternoon of bagpipes, drums and Highland dancers at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Cnr. Princes Highway & Beach Road. Info: (02)4476900 orsmbhackett@ozemail.com.au

At Gaythorne RSL Club, Samford Rd. Info: Bob 07 3353 7415.

A weekend to celebrate Robert Burns and Scottish culture. Info: 03 5593 7100 or http://www.camperdownburnsfestival.com

A weekend of Celtic fun & entertainment in historic Kilmore. Info: 03 5781 1711 or http://www.kilmore.info

At Brisbane Square Library, Tiered Theatrette. Beginners Gaelic: 10:00 am - 11:30am. Continuing Gaelic: 11:30am onward. Info: Dianedianelingard@optusnet.com.au

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.

Get your Celtic on at the Hungarian Centre. Info: 0418 830 359 orpipes.president@ambulance.vic.gov.au

Presented by the Scottish Clans Congress of Qld. at Greenbank Sport & Recreation Club, 720-768 Middle Rd. Pipe bands, dancers, Celtic traders and more. Info: Ern Thompson 07 3200 9536.

At Bulimba Bowls Club, Quinn St. Info: 07 3397 4512.

At Central Coast Youth Club, Washington Ave. Info: 02 4328 4857.

2pm, Epping Uniting Church, Oxford St. A great time and a fundraiser in support of Scots Gaelic language teaching at Sydney University. Info: http://www.scottishaustralianheritagecouncil.com.au

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.

At Hobart Function & Conference with Kitchen Piper Competition. Info: 0477 290 839 or http://www.cohhpb.org.au

At Burnie Arts & Function Centre-bursting at the seams with pipes and drums, the rich tones of brass and the light-footed steps of the Celtic Force Dancers, St Andrews Caledonian Pipe Band and Queensland Irish Association Pipe Band. Info: http://www.sacpb.org

Info: 0419 668 494.

At Bulimba Bowls Club, Quinn St. Info: 07 3397 4512.

The evening will include a three course meal - haggis entree, main course and some fine Clootie Dumplings for dessert plus music, dancing and even some poetry and singing. Info: Chris 0419 549 743 orscotsdayout@gmail.com

At Ryan Catholic Collage, Canterbury Rd. Info: 07 4774 8179.

At Mulgrave Country Club, Wellington/Jells Rds. Info: Catherine 0414 413 675 ormac5@aanet.com.au

Presented by the Shoalhaven City Pipes & Drums at Kangaroo Valley Showground-a full day of Celtic entertainment, stalls and more. Info: Tom McKenzie 0413 027 227 orgtmckenzie@bigpond.com

Throughout the day there will be live entertainment, including pipe band performances, Highland dancing and medieval displays, Scottish and local handicrafts, Clan stalls and more from 9.30am to 4.30pm, Bungary Rd. Info: 02 4334-1067 or http://www.gatheringoftheclans.weebly.com

At Scots PGC College Warwick. Info: 07 3103 2574.

Hawthorn City Pipe Band, Scotch College Pipes & Drums and Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Orchestra live at Scotch College Music School, Morrison St. Info:hcpb.admin@gmail.com

A full weekend of events including a ceilidh, conference, including memorial service, and youth Forum, dinner dance and Kirking of the Tartan. Info: Jan Macdonald 0438 584 930 or http://www.victorianscottishunion.com

Celtic music sensations at Brisbane Convention Centre. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

At Macgregor State School. Info: 07 3276 0266.

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.

Celtic music sensations at Civic Theatre Newcastle. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

Celtic music sensations at Qantas Credit Union Arena. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

Farewell concert tour-a nostalgic evening with Scots singer Isla Grant at various venues across the country in September/October. Info: http://www.grand-concerts.com

Everything from Scottish pipe bands, stalls, caber toss, tug-of-war, Celtic dancer, sword fighting demonstrations and more at Tomaree No 1 Sports Field, 4981, Nelson Bay Rd. Info: Ron Swan 0418 495 336 or http://www.clansonthecoast.com

Celtic music sensations at Royal Theatre. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

At The Flying Saucer Club, 4 St Georges Rd. Info: http://www.flyingsaucerclub.com.au

VPA Competition number 5 at Grovedale Community Centre. Info: http://www.vicpipers.org

Celtic music sensations at Margaret Court Arena. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

Highland dancing championships and supporting events with choreography competition at St Gabrielles Primary School. Info:lynm56@tpg.com.au

Scottish fiddle/piano duo at The Church of the Resurrection, 105 Shenton Rd. Tickets: $30, $25 concession. Info: http://www.trybooking.com/ISBB and http://www.trybooking.com/152803, Margaret 0432 987 433, mschlink@gmail.com, http://www.perthscottishfiddlers.com.au

Celtic music sensations at Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

At Bulimba Bowls Club, Quinn St. Info: 07 3397 4512.

Celtic music sensations at Perth Arena. Tickets: http://www.ticketek.com.au

At Great Northern Hotel, 83-89 Scott St. The first Newcastle solo piping event in quite a while. Info:the_stoot64@hotmail.com, $5 entry fee to be paid on the day. Free entry for spectators.

Farewell concert tour-a nostalgic evening with Scots singer Isla Grant at various venues across the country in October. Info: http://www.grand-concerts.com

2 pm includes Clan Banner Workshop. Info: 0409 937 223 or http://www.mackaypipeband.com.au

8:00pm at St Stephens Church Hall, Melbourne Rd. Info: secretary.scdofvic@gmail.com

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3398 4659.

At Royal Park Hall, 180 Charles St. Whether you are brand spanking new to Scottish Country Dancing or an experienced dancer who would just like to brush up these classes are for you. Info: http://www.saintandrew.org.au

At Kambah Oval with the ACT Pipe Band Championships, Scottish Highland dance displays, the Tartan Warriors strongmen and a variety of retail and Clan stalls. The only Scottish festival in the ACT. Info: http://www.canberracollegepipesdrums.org

Hosted by The Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia at Whiteman Park. Info: http://www.saintandrew.org.au

At Hartfield Country Club, includes golf event and charity dinner. Info: http://www.smcfwa.com.au

8:00pm at Victoria Street Hall. Info: Bill Graham (03) 8361 0308.

At Brisbane Square Library, Tiered Theatrette. Beginners Gaelic: 10:00 am - 11:30am. Continuing Gaelic: 11:30am onward. Info: Dianedianelingard@optusnet.com.au

Presented by the Illawarra Pipe Band with pipe band contest, Scottish dancers, kids events, Highland muscle events and more at The Dandaloo Hotel Sports Ground, 336 Kanahooka Rd. Info: Alison 04514 928 or http://www.illawarrapipeband.org

12.30pm at The Canterbury St. Stables Community Centre, 49-53 Canterbury St. Scots Wha Hae used to be considered Scotland's national anthem.This poetry session discussion will include the origin of the tune, and the the background problems that arose between Burns and publisher, Thomson. Info: Noel Wright 03 9306 7495.

At Bulimba Bowls Club, Quinn St. Info: 07 3397 4512.

At Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club, 117 Ryedale Rd. Info: Margaret Sharpe 02 4977 3072.

There will be items played by musicians, and community singing of Scottish songs at 7:30pm at the Tennis Club Hall, cnr. of Corinthian Road and Leach Highway. Info: Shirley Oliver 08 9457 1945 or olivetree@westnet.com.au.

2015 is the sesquicentenary (150 years) of the Cottage and the Kogarah Historical Society is joining with the Scottish Australian Heritage Council to celebrate this and the life of William Carss. Info: http://www.kogarah.historicalsociety.com.au

$15 for non members. Supper supplied, tea and coffee supplied Live band to dance to Piper. BYO alcohol at 891 Beaufort St. Info: John 0427 990 754.

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3398 4659.

Presentd by The Pipeband Club Australia at Croydon Park, 40 Hampton St. The premier band competition in NSW and attracts pipe bands from around the State and interstate. Info: George 0432 251 052 or chgeo1@gmail.com

A weekend of Celtic music and fun in historic Beechworth. Info: http://www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au

At the Walkerville Uniting Church, 17 Smith St at 1.00pm. Info: http://www.rubrown.org.au

At Roseville Club, Pacific Highway 7.00pm. Info: http://www.clanmaclennan-worldwide.com/aust

Let your hair down with a night of Ceilidh dancing. No experience needed. All dances called. Flat shoes recommended. Live music: Heel and Toe Band. 7pm Cost $25. Tickets from http://www.Trybooking.com "ceilidh" or at door if not sold out. Info: chairman@rscdswa.com or http://www.rscdswa.com North Perth Town Hall, 26 View St.

Celebrating the cultural diversity of the 7 Celtic nations of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Brittany and Galicia. Info: http://www.townsvillecelticfestival.org.au

Munno Para Caledonian Society are holding a dinner to celebrate Saint Andrew at Grenville Centre, 10 Playford Blvd. Info: Isabel Kean 0407 822 276 or ikean1@bigpond.com.au

Presented by The Royal Caledonian Society of Melbourne. Info: David Thomson (03) 9524 6321 or davidthomson@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au.

At Bulimba Bowls Club, Quinn St. Info: 07 3397 4512.

$15 non members with supper, tea and coffee supplied (BYO alcohol). Live band to dance to and a piper at Bob Daniels Community Centre, 891Beaufort St. Info: John 0427 990 754.

At Limestone Park, Lion St. Info: Katrina M Stead 0414 776 361 or secretary@ipswichthistle.com

Presented by Lodge St Andrew at Royal Perth Yacht Club, Australia II Dr. Heel n' Toe Band, Scottish food and fun. Info: Kevin McKay 0412 771 003 or ardenslate@bigpond.com

4:00pm~6:30pm and Gannawara Centre, 132 Keilor Rd. with Caledonia Ceilidh Band. Info: Helen 0403 431 942.

Gather your clan to Victoria Park for a full day of pipe bands, highland dancing, stalls and more. Info: Cameron Telfer 0437 659 148 or http://www.daylesfordhighland.com

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3398 4659.

Western Australia Police Pipe Band will hold a local talent 'Folk Night' and you can be part of the entertainment. So come along with your musical instrument and have a jam with the band. Info: 08 9370 7184 or http://www.wapol.com.au

2pm at St Scholastica's Community Centre, 328 Burwood Highway. Info: Bernadette 0417 525 293 or 9799 8918.

Celebrate Hogmanay in the Hunter Valley with food, music and more. Info: 02 4959 5123 or http://www.hvsc.org.au

With the North Metro Pipe Band playing, highland dancers, and Scottish dancing at Currambine Community Centre, 64 Delamere Ave. Info: http://www.northmetropipeband.com/wp

Munno Para Caledonian Society are holding a New Years function at Grenville Centre, 10 Playford Blvd. Cabaret band and a pipe band. 7.30 - 12.30 Bookings required. Info: Isabel Kean 0407 822 276 or ikean1@bigpond.com.au

At Sala's Function Centre with Highlander Celtic Rock Show and support band Pumpkin Juice and 2 course dinner. Info: 02 4954 6136.

Australia's oldest continuous running sporting event. Start the year off celebrating Scotland. Info: (03) 5461 1480 or http://www.maryboroughhighlandsociety.com

At Robert Burns Statue, Treasury Gardens, Spring St. Info: Ina Graham (03) 8361 0308.

Celebrate Robert Burns in the Hunter Valley with food, music and Burns. Info: 02 4959 5123 or http://www.hvsc.org.au

At Limestone Park, Lion St. Address to haggis, entertainment and more. Info: Katrina M Stead 0414 776 361 or secretary@ipswichthistle.com

At Gaythorne RSL, Samford Rd. Info: 07 3369 2232.

Hosted by The Saint Andrew Society of Western Australia at Hyatt Regency. Info: http://www.saintandrew.org.au

A full day of Celtic entertainment, stalls and more at Bradfield Park, by the harbour, 10am-5pm. Info: The Celtic Council of Australia 02 4977 3072 or http://www.celticcouncil.org.au

Celebrate Burns with music, food and more at the Hobart Function and Convention Centre. Info: 0477 290 839 or http://www.cohhpb.org.au.

Hosted by Scots Down Under at Parmelia Hilton, 14 Mill St. With 3 course meal and Heel n Toe Ceilidh Band for some toe tapping Ceilidh dancing. Info: http://www.facebook.com/ScotsDownUnder

At The Woman's Club 4th floor, 179 Elizabeth St. in the presence of Professor the Honourable Dame Marie Bashir AD CVO. Enquires to Susan Cooke info@scottishaustralianheritagecouncil.com or 0411 097 724

At The Glenroy RSL, includes a three course meal including the haggis. The Address to the Haggis, The Immortal Memory, and Toast to the Lassies and Response. Old time and Scottish country dancing music. Info: Ina Graham on 03 8361 0308 or william.graham3@bigpond.com.

Pipe band will be playing, there will be an address to the Haggis and a taste of haggis for everyone. Cabaret style you can bring your own supper and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee at supper time. Info: http://www.facebook.com/WarringahScottishSociety

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.

Bendigo's Scots Day Out presents Australian premiere of highlights from Edinburgh Short Film Festivals. Screenings over two nights at Central Deborah Gold Mine at 8pm. Limited seats. Tickets sales online now at http://www.trybooking.com. Info: http://www.scotsdayout.com

A free community event in Rosalind Park 10am-5pm with pipe bands, Scottish dancers, stalls and more. Info: http://www.scotsdayout.com

At Fleming Park Hall with The Address to the Haggis, The Immortal Memory, Toast to the Lassies and Response. Three course meal including the Haggis. Tickets $35 per single. BYO drinks and Glasses. Also Highland dancing display. Info: Ina Graham 03 8361 0308 or william.graham3@bigpond.com

Musicians will present lively, foot-tapping, danceable music performances with a Celtic flavour in support of The Friends of the Australian Celtic Festival. Info: 02 6732 1355.

At Bulimba Bowls Club, Quinn St. Info: 07 3397 4512.

Perth's very own WAPOL Pipe Band in concert at Forrest Place. Info: http://www.wapol.com.au

At Bob Daniels Community Centre, 891 Beaufort St. Info: John 0427 990 754 or http://www.caledoniansocietyofwainc.com.

The workshop will use the 2/4 March, 3/4 March, 4/4 March, 6/8 March, strathspey and reel time signatures as the platform for skills development. Bring your band mates, it will be a fun day of drumming drumming and more drumming! Info: http://www.pipebandsnsw.com.au.

Surplus books & other items will be sold at down, down prices. Free entry. Come along and pick up a bargain, enjoy a nice tea or coffee with snacks (gold coin donation) & watch a Scottish Diaspora tapestry slide show. Around 2pm meet our guest speaker, author Anne Field, who will tell us about her ... Read more

At Rochedale High School, 10am. Info: 07 3397 4512.

Info: Geoff Davidson, 0417 240 187 or naira@bigpond.com.

Scottish Heritage Centre is holding a musical evening at the Corinthian Park Tennis Club Hall, cnr of Beatrice Ave and Leach Hwy. Song sheets will be issued out for the sing-along items, and a variety of musicians will be playing and singing Scottish traditional music and songs. Tickets are $10 at the door, supper provided. ... Read more

At Memorial Hall Mawson Rd. Come and have a wee Taste of Scotland at the Meadows Country Market with Mount Barker Pipes and Drums, The Scotts Highland Dancers, Border Celts, Address to the Haggis and Haggis tasting, Highland Cows, stalls and more. Scottish Radio will be there for the music and Clipper Ship City of ... Read more

Events for members of Clan Donald include a bus tour, BBQ, Dinner and attendance at the Geelong Highland Gathering. Info: http://www.clandonaldaustralia.com

Presented by Clan Donald Victoria Society at Marcus Hill Community Hall, being held as an integral part of the greater Clan Donald Australasia Forum. Info: Mrs Jan Macdonald 0438 584 930.

Featuring music by Aria Award winning Chris Duncan & Catherine Strutt, it will be a night of energetic and popular dances. Includes supper (BYO alcohol). Info: http://www.sotr.org.au/chaos