ScotFestBC offers an exciting lineup of events and activities throughout the festival, celebrating Scottish culture, music, and heritage. Whether you’re here for the Highland Games, live performances, or family-friendly fun, our schedule is packed with something for everyone.

Plan your visit and make the most of this unforgettable experience!

5:00

Performer TBA

6:00 pm

Opening Ceremony

With the 2026 Chieftain of the Day, Mayor, Councilors, MP’s, MLA’s & friends of ScotFestBC

6:30 pm

Friday Night Kick Off Ceilidh, with host Patricia Fraser

ScotFestBC is pleased to welcome new Big Tent host Patricia Fraser, host of podcast “Celt in a Twist” to be your guide to all that is musical and Celtic.

6:45 – Pat Chessell

Equally skilled at delivering a dance-inducing, powerhouse Celtic rock tune as a quietly heartrending East Coast-influenced ballad, Pat’s rootsy vocal style, charismatic stage presence and expert musicianship (guitar) are making for an ever-growing audience of enthusiastic fans.

8:00 – The Whiskeydicks

4:00 pm

Food & Merchandise Vendors open

4:00 pm

Liquor service begins

5:00 pm

Open Piobaireachd, Cultural Tent. Sponsored by Tegra Finance Group

Enjoy the very best Pacific Northwest pipers as they compete in the highest level of piping. Piobaireachd (pronounced ‘pee-brock’) is sometimes considered the classical music of the pipes. Come early and then catch the competition starting at 5:00 pm. Host: Hal Senyk. Adjudicator: TBA.

6:00 – 7:30 pm

The Island Spirit Social (Ticket Required)

Presenter: Dr. Graeme Macaloney, Founder, Macaloney Distillery

This isn’t just a tasting; it’s an audience with a master. Kick off ScotFest 2026 with a high-energy social hosted by the man who revolutionized Canadian craft distilling. With over 30-years of global expertise and a PhD in fermentation, Dr. Graeme Macaloney brings a legendary flare and deep-rooted passion to every glass he pours.

With Macaloney’s Whisky in hand, engage directly with Graeme as he shares the stories behind his “World’s Best” winners. Paired with authentic savory appetizers from The British Store, this is the ultimate VIP launch for the weekend.

Tickets on sale now. Each ticket includes entry to the British Columbia Highland Games on Saturday.