Prepare yourself for bagpipe heaven as the Caledonian Club of San Francisco
brings the 147th annual Scottish Highland Gathering and Games to the Alameda
County Fairgrounds in the Pleasanton/Dublin CA area Sept. 1st and 2nd, 2012,
over the Labor Day Weekend.
Here you can see up to 25 pipe bands marching with their best bagpipers dressed in kilts made from the famous plaids of Scotland. Watch the parade which may well include Mary Queen of Scots and her arch rival Queen Elizabeth I. Treat yourself to the awe-inspiring tossing of the caber (not easy to do as the caber is nearly the size of a telephone pole!), feast on treats from the UK including bangers and mash, giant roast turkey legs, fish and chips, and much more. And then shop for wonders from Scotland, Ireland and England.
Didn't make it to the Olympics in London this year? This is the next best thing, and a whole lot cheaper. It's a very manageable trip for folks from most Northern California towns, such as Walnut Creek or Concord, or even Napa and Sonoma counties or Sacramento.
Many people buy the two day pass just to make sure they see it all, from the kilted bagpipers to the highland cattle, Clydesdale horses and sheep dog herding, Highland Fling dancers and Renaissance players offering a wide variety of entertainment.
Gates open at 8 a.m. and there are several large parking lots surrounding the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Bring your energy and your love of bagpipers and all things Scottish, and be prepared to have an amazing time.
When you are tired and finally ready to leave but feel sad, be aware that some of the bagpipers you see here are available for hire for your birthday, anniversary, family reunion or any other celebration you might be having (see www.FredPayneBagpiper.com for example). Just imagine what a unique and fun time you can give your guests who are not lucky enough to be there this year at the Highland Games.
For Further Detail about Dublin CA Bagpiper, Napa and Sonoma Bagpipers for hire, Dublin CA Bagpipers for Hire and Walnut Creek Bagpiper please visit our website .
Here you can see up to 25 pipe bands marching with their best bagpipers dressed in kilts made from the famous plaids of Scotland. Watch the parade which may well include Mary Queen of Scots and her arch rival Queen Elizabeth I. Treat yourself to the awe-inspiring tossing of the caber (not easy to do as the caber is nearly the size of a telephone pole!), feast on treats from the UK including bangers and mash, giant roast turkey legs, fish and chips, and much more. And then shop for wonders from Scotland, Ireland and England.
Didn't make it to the Olympics in London this year? This is the next best thing, and a whole lot cheaper. It's a very manageable trip for folks from most Northern California towns, such as Walnut Creek or Concord, or even Napa and Sonoma counties or Sacramento.
Many people buy the two day pass just to make sure they see it all, from the kilted bagpipers to the highland cattle, Clydesdale horses and sheep dog herding, Highland Fling dancers and Renaissance players offering a wide variety of entertainment.
Gates open at 8 a.m. and there are several large parking lots surrounding the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Bring your energy and your love of bagpipers and all things Scottish, and be prepared to have an amazing time.
When you are tired and finally ready to leave but feel sad, be aware that some of the bagpipers you see here are available for hire for your birthday, anniversary, family reunion or any other celebration you might be having (see www.FredPayneBagpiper.com for example). Just imagine what a unique and fun time you can give your guests who are not lucky enough to be there this year at the Highland Games.
For Further Detail about Dublin CA Bagpiper, Napa and Sonoma Bagpipers for hire, Dublin CA Bagpipers for Hire and Walnut Creek Bagpiper please visit our website .
