Events
Alma Highland Games, May 25th
- http://www.almahighlandfestival.com/
- Join us Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend to celebrate all things Scottish! Celebrate at the 55th annual Alma Highland Fesitval and Games!
St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade, May 26th
- https://www.scsparade.org/
- The 71st annual St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade begins at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 26 on Harper Avenue at Nine Mile traveling north to 11 Mile Road.
Curwood Festival Parade, June 8th
- http://www.curwoodfestival.com/
- To celebrate the life of author/conservationist, James Oliver Curwood, by organizing, promoting, and conduction family events using the efforts and resources of volunteers, businesses, non-profit organizations, and governmental units to enhance the economic and community image of Curwood Country.
Chicago Highland Festival, June 15th
- https://chicagoscots.org/festival/
- The Chicago Scots are excited to announce the relocation of the 38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games to our new home at the DuPage County Fairgrounds! Mark your calendars for June 14 and 15, 2024, as we prepare for a memorable celebration of Scottish culture, tradition, skill and athleticism.
Kingsville Highland Games, June 22nd
- https://kingsvillehighlandgames.ca/
- Pipe Band & Solo – Highland Dancing – Heavy Events – Tug-of-War – 5K Walk/Run
Saline Celtic Festival, July 13th
- https://www.salineceltic.org/
- 2023 started with the Parade to the Opening Ceremony – massed Pipes & Drums Bands lead a parade of the Mighty Clans, athletes, fairies & unicorns and corgis to the Opening Ceremony on the Red Dragon Stage. Following the ceremony – the real fun begins when the Saline Fiddlers take the stage
Munger Potato Parade, July 28th
- Munger Potato Festival
- The 69th Munger Potato Festival, hosted by The Munger Volunteer Firemen Corp, is right around the corner. It is just a good ol’ time with USA Demolition Derby officiating Mungers’ Figure 8 and Demo Derby. There is something for everyone!
St. Andrews 175th Highland Festival, Aug 3rd
- https://highlandgames.com/
- Founded in 1849, we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Scottish heritage through its arts, customs, dress, literature, and national games.
Howell Melon Festival, Aug 17th
- https://www.howellmelonfestival.com/
- The Howell Melon Festival is a food festival held in mid-August which showcases the Howell melon, a cantaloupe hybrid claimed to be found only in the area surrounding Howell, Michigan. The first Howell Melon Festival was held in 1961. About 50,000 people attend the three day festival each year.
Renaissance Festival, Highland Fling Weekend, Aug 24-25
- https://www.michrenfest.com/
- Grab your kilts and get ready to cheer on your favorite athlete in the Highland Fling! Experience 8 thrilling games, championships on Saturday, and State Masters on Sunday. Plus, don’t miss the Men in Kilts contest – it’s all happening here!
Romeo Peach Festival, September 2nd
- https://romeopeachfestival.com/
- The 92nd Anniversary Romeo Peach Festival is Thursday, Aug. 31 through Labor Day, Sept. 4, 2023.
Renaissance Festival, Shamrocks&Shenanigans, Sept 14-15
- https://www.michrenfest.com/theme-weekends/
- Get your shenanigans on at the biggest Irish party in Michigan! Say cheers to Shamrocks & Shenanigans, where local Irish vendors, music, and dance await. Join the Men in Kilts contest and let’s see who rocks the traditional garb. Bring your friends and family for endless fun! Book your tickets now.
Howell Cultural, Sept 28th
- https://www.culturacelebration.com/
- An annual celebration of music, art and food co-hosted by the Livingston Diversity Council and the Livingston Arts Council in downtown Howell, MI.
