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Music of the Pipes
Thrill to the sound of Scottish Highland Bagpipes. Pipe bands and individual pipers will
be competing or performing throughout the festival. |
Highland Dancing
See the Highland Fling, Sword Dance, Irish Jig,
Sailor's Hornpipe and more as dancers from across the region compete and perform. |
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Ozark Crafts & Demonstrations
Traditional Ozark artisans and craftsmen will be on hand to demonstrate and sell their work
at the main entrance to the festival, on the south side of Mabee-Simpson
Library. |
Sheepdog Demonstrations
Watch demonstrations of this remarkable tradition as trained border collies show their stuff,
guiding sheep about the glens on whistled commands. |
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Scottish Sports
Learn to toss the caber and take part in other unique Scottish events, or sit back and watch the
fun. |
Children's Events
The Festival is for kids, too, with races and
activities - including a kids caber toss - where every child gets a ribbon. |
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Scottish Wares
You'll enjoy browsing in the Scottish booths. Pick out a kilt, a shield, a crest or even a
bagpipe. |
Scottish Fare
Our Scottish food booths offer a real taste of Scotland. Or choose from a variety of other foods
available on the grounds. |
Festival Golf Tournament
Ever gone around in a kilt? Friday is your opportunity to put a
little swing in that thing. |
Celtic Music
Alex Beaton
The Boatrights
Various other traditional performers all weekend long |
Saturday
Night Cocktail Reception, Feast, & Ceilidh
Traditional Scottish evening fare and
entertainment begins with a cocktail reception followed by the
Scottish Feast and Ceilidh. After dinner entertainment will include the
above. |
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Gathering of Scottish Clans
Most Americans don't need to look hard to find a Scottish ancestor. Discuss your heritage with
one of the Clan Societies. Join the Parade of Clans. |
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The Iona
Worship Service
Sunday morning begins with a worship service that has a distinctly Scottish accent. |
Bonniest Knees Contest
Sunday events will also include this hilarious showdown, with blindfolded judges identifying the
bonniest knees at the Festival. |
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Rain or Shine
Like festivals in the old country, the Arkansas Scottish Festival will go on--rain or shine. |
