ScotsFestival Activities
With archery, axe-throwing, sheep herding, kid's games, whisky and scotch tastings, and more...all are invited to celebrate Scottish culture and participate in the 27th anniversary of this fantastic event!

Sheep Herding
Watch as beautiful and well-trained dogs show the artistry of Sheep Herding, guided by their master, who will walk guests through the history and process of this fascinating tradition. (Show Times: 11:00am, 2:45pm, 4:45pm )

Falconry
With more birds than ever, falconry returns to wow guests with hawks, owls, and a surprising assortment of animals and informative demonstrations. (Show Times: 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:00pm)

Axe Throwing & Archery
Show your mettle with these feats of strength! Can you throw an axe & make it stick, or hit the target straight on? The Queen Mary wants to see your Scottish skills. (Free to participate).

Grand Parade
The Grand Parade is a highlight of ScotsFestival. With a new route and an amazing lineup this year, you will not want to miss this event at 12PM sharp each day!

Laddies & Lassies
Kids, get excited, as this area is only for you! After you complete a quest handed out by our very own Queen Mary, you can take part in our knighting and coronation ceremonies, mini Highland Games, face painting, and more. The wee ones can rule the day at ScotsFestival!

Address to The Haggis
A true Scottish tradition! Follow our chefs as Robbie Burns' poem is recited in ode to the Haggis. The ceremony concludes with a taste of Haggis and a sip of whisky. Do not miss out on this event on the Sterling Stage at 11AM each day.

Kirkin
Join us on Sunday morning February 16 at 9:15am aboard the ship for our traditional Scottish non-denominational mass, with lovely piano music & singing to usher in a beautiful Sunday.

Reenactments
Learn how Scottish clans lived and thrived as you walk through our Clydebank Cross. With woodworking demos, metal working demos and more, you will get a taste of what it means to be Scottish.

Scottish Food Tastings and Workshops
Celebrity Chef Eric W. McBride will teach guests about traditional food of the Celtic nations, and offer tastings in his limited-capacity demonstrations throughout both days of ScotsFestival. This year's demos include bacon french onion soup, Scotch eggs, and Guinness chocolate walnut cake.