NHSCOT hosts a free 45-minute Highland dance session at their Concord location on August 17, 2026. This event is open to all ages and invites participants to discover the joy of Highland dance, a tradition that celebrates Scottish culture and history. Attendees can register to participate in this introductory session led by the instructors of...
Step onto the field and experience decades of timeless tradition! 🗓️ Date: August 22 📍 Location: Quechee, Vermont ✨ Experience the Tradition Immerse yourself in the vibrant essence of Scottish culture! Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Scottish heritage, where generations unite to create cherished memories. Festival Highlights: 🛡️ Clan Gatherings: Walk among the...
The Long Island Celtic Festival and Highland Games will be held at Old Westbury Gardens, celebrating Celtic culture, music, and traditions. The event will feature live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a marketplace with shopping and food vendors on the lawns in front of historic Westbury House. The festival honors the Irish, Scottish, and Welsh communities...
The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA offers a six-night tour in Scotland focused on exploring the gardens of the Scottish Borders, an area known for its scenic beauty, high hills, rivers, and rich history. Participants will visit a diverse selection of gardens over the five days of the tour.
NHSCOT hosts a free 45-minute Highland dance "Try It" session at 25 Triangle Park Drive, Concord, NH. Open to all ages, these sessions will take place on July 27, August 17, and August 31 from 6:30 to 7:15 pm. Participants will have the opportunity to experience the joy of Highland dance and learn about this...
The US/UK Polo Match features Team USA competing against Team England as part of the Newport International Polo Series. This event will take place at Glen Farm in Rhode Island. For sponsorship opportunities or to get involved, contact Richard Hawke and John Golden, the event organizers.
The Capital District Scottish Games is a one-day Celtic festival featuring pipe bands, highland dancing, athletics, clans, Celtic music, dog exhibitions, and children's activities. This annual event takes place at the Altamont Fairgrounds, located at 129 Grand Street, Altamont, NY. The festival includes a variety of competitions and performances, starting with solo piping and drumming...
Award-winning Canadian string quartet The Fretless performs at the Third Floor Reception Hall, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA. They are known for transforming fiddle tunes and folk melodies into intricate, high-energy arrangements using two fiddles, a viola, and a cello, creating a distinctive percussive sound that redefines contemporary folk music.
The Rockport Celtic Festival presents Opening Night: A Festival of Riches at the Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport, MA. This concert features a diverse lineup of artists, including Maeve Gilchrist, Nuala Kennedy, The Louise Bichan Band, Oisin McAuly, Caoimhín Ó Fearghail, Alan Murray, and Sam Reider and the Human Hands. Attendees can expect a...
Meet commissioned composer Nuala Kennedy and artists Edwin Huizinga and William Coulter for an intimate conversation about composing new works through traditional Irish music. They will discuss the creative process of distilling Vivaldi's Four Seasons for guitar and fiddle. This event, hosted by Maeve Gilchrist, provides an opportunity to engage with the artists and ask...
At our third annual Pipes & Cider Festival, the rich traditions of Scotland come alive! Enjoy local beverage tastings from Fifth State Distillery and Yankee Cider Co., who will feature a signature “Dunstaffnage” whiskey cider crafted to transport you to the Scottish moors with its hints of Highland peat smoke. Immerse yourself in the stirring...
Join us for a boisterous Chantey Sing with David Coffin at the Shalin Liu Performance Center, located at 37 Main Street in Rockport, MA. Audience members are encouraged to bring their voices and participate by singing along on the choruses of traditional sea chanteys.
