Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival Schedule ? Events & Performances Highland Festival, Scottish Athletics

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Festival Schedule Information

All acts and performance times are subject to change without notice.Festival HoursFestival Field Opens: 9:00 AM dailyDates: Friday–Sunday, September 10–12, 2027Estes Park International TattooFriday, September 10, 2027 – 7:00 PM Preshow 6:15 PMSaturday, September 11, 2027 – 5:30 PM Preshow 4:45 PM

What Is a Tattoo?The term “tattoo” originates from 17th–18th century Dutch innkeepers calling out:“Doe den tap toe!”—meaning “Turn off the taps!”This signaled soldiers to return to their barracks as evening music was played.Over time, the word tattoo evolved to describe large-scale ceremonial performances featuring massed military bands, precision drill teams, and cultural pageantry.About the Estes Park International TattooUnder the direction of an international team from the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Europe, the Estes Park International Tattoo brings a remarkable array of talent to Colorado.Featuring performers from around the world, the Tattoo showcases military bands, Highland dancers, and massed pipes and drums in a powerful and visually stunning performance.Join more than 200 performers from across the globe for an unforgettable evening of music, movement, 
and pageantry.

Dog ExhibitionsFriday – Sunday

Agility, freestyle, and dog herding demonstrations throughout the day.
Morning Session10:00 – 10:15 AM — Agility10:15 – 10:30 AM — Freestyle10:45 – 11:00 AM — Dog Herding
Afternoon Sessions1:00 PM Session(Same schedule as above)
3:00 PM Session(Same schedule as above)

Whiskey Tastings

101 Tasting – Beginner EnthusiastFriday: 1:00  PMSaturday: 1:00 PMSunday:  1:00 PM
This is an add-on ticket to the festival field entry**Important:** A Festival Admission Ticket must be purchased in addition to attend the Whiskey Seminars

201 Tasting – Advanced EnthusiastFriday, Saturday & Sunday: 3:00 PM
This is an add-on ticket to the festival field entry**Important:** A Festival Admission Ticket must be purchased in addition to attend the Whiskey Seminars

ALL NEW Saturday  and Sunday - Craic & Cocktails - A Classic Gin Experience!Over 21 years of age ONLY11:00AM Learn to Craft a Distinguished Gin Cocktail from the MastersThis is an add-on ticket to the festival field entry**Important:** A Festival Admission Ticket must be purchased in addition to attend the Craic & Cocktails

Scottish Highland Athletics Schedule

Experience world-class Highland athletics featuring top competitors from across the United States and around the world.
Saturday8:00 AM – 4:00 PMU.S./International Professional Men’s & Women’s World ChampionshipsWomen’s A & B DivisionsMen’s A & B Divisions
Sunday8:00 AM – 4:00 PMWomen’s Under 150Women’s MastersMen’s C DivisionMen’s Under 200Men’s Masters

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About Us

Immerse yourself in Celtic culture at the **Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival** in Estes Park, Colorado.
For more than five decades, the Festival has brought together the sights, sounds, and traditions of Scotland and Ireland through **Scottish Highland athletics, world-class pipe bands, Celtic rock and folk music, Highland dance, clan heritage, cultural demonstrations, and continuous live entertainment throughout the Festival grounds.**
What began as a vision to extend the mountain season has grown into one of Estes Park’s signature annual events, welcoming visitors, competitors, musicians, and performers from across the United States and around the world.
Each September, generations come together to celebrate Celtic heritage, experience treasured traditions, and create new memories against the spectacular backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.
The **Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival** is proud to be affiliated with the **Association of Scottish Games and Festivals**, continuing a tradition of heritage, excellence, education, and community.

Celebrating Over 50 Years in Estes Park Colorado,

the Celtic Capital of North America

Come out for the Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival

and learn about your heritage.

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About Us

Immerse yourself in Celtic culture at the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival in Estes Park, Colorado.

What began as a vision to extend the mountain season has grown into one of Estes Park’s signature annual events, welcoming visitors, competitors, musicians, and performers from across the United States and around the world.

Each September, generations come together to celebrate Celtic heritage, experience treasured traditions, and create new memories against the spectacular backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.

The Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival is proud to be affiliated with the Association of Scottish Games and Festivals, continuing a tradition of heritage, excellence, education, and community.