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July 17–19 | Belfast, Maine Join us for a family-oriented weekend celebrating the rich Celtic heritage, culture, and hospitality found along the Coast of Maine! The festival takes over the beautiful waterfront at Belfast Common and Steamboat Landing, bringing together a vibrant mix of: 🎶 Music and Dance Performances 🛠️ Workshops and Demonstrations 🎨 Crafts...
The Dutchess County Scottish Society will hold its annual summer picnic gathering on July 18th. This traditional event has been a part of the community since at least 1914.
The Lions Kilted Canter 5K Road Race takes place during the Maine Celtic Celebration weekend. Sponsored by the Belfast Lions Club, the race starts downtown near The Front Street Pub and follows a route along the rail trail and back. Participants are encouraged to wear a kilt as they join in the festivities. Registration begins...
Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival is the only Scottish Festival in Massachusetts, and the second largest one in New England. We are proud to have been bringing world class Scottish Arts to the Pioneer Valley for 31 years.
The Celtic Breeds Show takes place on the Steamboat Stage at Steamboat Landing in Belfast, ME. Following the Celtic Breeds Parade, the show highlights Celtic dog breeds from 9:30 to 10:45 AM.
The Whisky Tasting Session 1 is a master class hosted by Jay Cole, "The Whisky Pirate," at the Garden House in Look Park, Florence (Northampton), MA. This event, part of the Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival, will feature a variety of single malt Scotch whiskies from different regions of Scotland. Attendees will have the opportunity to...
The Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival hosts a whisky tasting master class at the Garden House in Look Park, Florence (Northampton), MA. Participants will sample and learn about single malt Scotch whiskies from various regions of Scotland, guided by Jay Cole "The Whisky Pirate." The event will feature a selection of flights from distilleries such as...
The Maine Celtic Celebration hosts the Highland Heavy Games at Steamboat Landing. This event features traditional athletic competitions, including the caber toss and other events. Steamboat Landing is located at 34 Commercial St, Belfast, ME.
Highland Dance Try It sessions will be held at NHSCOT's Concord location on July 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:15 pm. This free 45-minute class invites participants of all ages to experience the joy of Highland dance, a celebration of Scottish culture and tradition. Talented instructors from Highland Dance of NHSCOT will guide attendees through...
The Micum McIntire Clan Association's annual reunion will take place in York, Maine, on Saturday, August 1, 2026. This event continues a tradition that began in 1917, following the successful 100th Anniversary Celebration held in York, ME, in 2022. Clan membership is open to all descendants of Micum McIntire, a Scottish Prisoner of War from...
The Micum McIntire Clan Association will hold a guided tour of the Scotland District McIntire and Junkins burial grounds. The tour is scheduled for the morning, with lunch to follow. The venue is located in York, ME.
The St. Andrew's Society of Vermont is hosting its 1st Annual Golf Tournament at Ralph Myhre Golf Course on the Middlebury College campus. This event, taking place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, features a 2-Person Scramble format and is designed to raise funds to support Scottish connections and traditions in Vermont. The tournament includes a...
