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Celtic Events: February 2026

From magic festivals to Highland Games and everything in between, there is something for everyone to do this month, whether you want to embrace your own Celtic roots or learn more about Celtic culture. If you know of any upcoming events, either in February or otherwise, please reach out!

Brittany

Festival Magique du Goëlo
February 16-22, 2026
Salle L'Hermine, 9 avenue Laënnec, 22580 Plouha
https://www.festivalmagiquedugoelo.com/

The Festival Magique du Goëlo is a magic festival that is open to the public. This magic festival features two original shows as well as an exhibit. There will also be conferences, demos, and more for attendees to enjoy. Tickets can be purchased online or in person, but it is recommended that attendees purchase their tickets online to ensure their availability.

 

Isle of Mann

International Mother Language Day Celebrations
February 21, 2026
Promenade Methodist Church, Douglas
https://www.learnmanx.com/features/be-part-of-a-celebration-of-languages-this-international-mother-languages-day-927162/

This event is all about bringing together as many languages as possible to celebrate the International Mother Language Day. Attendees are encouraged to make a display table or do something else that brings their language to life for other participants. Participation is free and the organizers can help cover pre-agreed expenses to bring your language to life.

 

New Zealand

Paeroa Highland Games & Tattoo
February 14, 2026
Paeroa Domain
https://paeroahighlandgames.co.nz/

This year marks the 33rd Paeroa Highland Games and Tattoo. The event features highland games, an evening tattoo, and more. There is also a highland dance competition and pipe bands.  Paeroa is the only town in New Zealand that regularly holds a Highland Games event with a tattoo.

 

Ashburton Festival
February 15, 2026
Ashburton Domain Cantebrury, New Zealand
https://rnzpba.com/events/ashburton-festival/

This festival, which is free to attend, is located on the Royal Lawn opposite of the playground. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own refreshments and enjoy an afternoon of music provided by pipe bands.

 

Scotland

Fort William Mountain Festival
February 12-15, 2026
Fort William, Scotland
https://mountainfestival.co.uk/

The Fort William Mountain Festival is an event that celebrates mountain culture. The event boasts a number of talks, workshops, films and guided outdoor events all geared towards inspiring people to get in touch with their adventurous side.

 

Granite Noir X
February 17-22, 2026
Aberdeen, Scotland
https://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/granite-noir/

Granite Noir is Aberdeen’s crime writing festival. It is produced and curated by Aberdeen Performing Arts and funded by Aberdeen City Council, Creative Scotland and Event Scotland. This year marks the 10th year of the event. Festival events will take place in venues across Aberdeen

 

Glasgow Film Festival

February 25-March 8, 2026
12 Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RB
https://www.glasgowfilmfest.org/home

This film festival takes place in Glasgow and features 16 world, European, and international film premieres, 68 UK film premieres, and 18 Scottish film premieres. Tickets for the films can be purchased on the festival website. It is recommended that participants use the calendar to book tickets for several films during the festival.

United States

Celebration of Robert Burns
February 6, 2026
American Legion, Post 194, 338 East Main Street, Rising Sun. MD
http://www.cecillandtrust.org

Although Robert Burns’ birthday was on January 25, the celebration of Scotland’s national poet continues with a traditional Scottish dinner. Music and entertainment will be provided by Charlie Zahm, who will be accompanied by Tad Marks on fiddle and Scottish bagpipes.

 

Tallahassee Highland Games
February 7-8, 2026
Apalachee Regional Park, Tallahassee, FL.
https://tallyhighlandgames.com/

The Tallahassee Highland Games features kids' activities, athletics, dancing, and more. Tickets for the event can be purchased online. For those purchasing tickets for both days, tickets are a bit cheaper for the adult 2-day admission. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate if they are still available. 

 

Curator Talk – Choctaw-Irish Relationship
February 20, 2026
Choctaw Cultural Center, 1919 Hina Hanta Way, Calera, OK 74730
https://altru118272.sky.blackbaud.com/118272/Monthly-Curator-Talk-20Feb2026

The Choctaw tribe has a long-standing relationship with the people of Ireland that dates back to the Irish Potato Famine. Since then, both parties have shown their support and solidarity through other difficult times that have occurred in history. The talk will discuss the relationship.

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