2025

Glengarry Highland Games

One of North America’s largest Scottish festivals, featuring pipe band competitions, heavy athletics, and traditional Scottish music.

Fri, Aug 1, 2025 – Sat, Aug 2, 2025

Highland Fling

An event featuring strongman competitions on Friday evening and Highland Games on Saturday, with live Scottish music.

Fri, Aug 1, 2025 – Sat, Aug 2, 2025

Bagpipe International Zampogna Festival

An annual festival in Scapoli, Molise, celebrating traditional bagpipe music with performances, workshops, and exhibitions.

Sat, Jul 26, 2025 – Mon, Jul 28, 2025

Càirdeas Summer Gathering

A week-long event focusing on learning and celebrating traditional Scottish bagpipe music with renowned instructors.

Sun, Jul 20, 2025 – Fri, Jul 25, 2025

Festival de Cornouaille

An annual festival in Quimper showcasing Breton culture through music, dance, and art, running for one week starting from the third Sunday of July.

Sun, Jul 20, 2025

Cambridge Scottish Festival

A two-day festival featuring talented pipe bands, dancers, and athletes from Ontario and beyond, celebrating Scottish heritage.

Fri, Jul 18, 2025 – Sat, Jul 19, 2025

Basel Tattoo

One of the world’s largest open-air tattoos, featuring performances by international military bands, pipers, drummers, and dancers.

Fri, Jul 11, 2025 – Sat, Jul 19, 2025

Balmoral School of Piping and Drumming Summer Camps

Week-long camps offering instruction and performances by world-class pipers and drummers, suitable for all ages and skill levels.

Sun, Jul 6, 2025 – Fri, Jul 18, 2025

Bakken Bagfest 2025

A fundraising event featuring a cornhole tournament, live music, and networking opportunities, with proceeds benefiting local children’s organizations.

Sat, Feb 1, 2025

Baton Rouge Caledonian Pipes and Drums

Performances by Louisiana’s largest Scottish band at various events, including Mardi Gras parades and cultural festivals.