9 Apr

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

National Tartan Day Cocktail Reception

Kick-off Tartan Week with the Saint Andrew’s Society at the National Tartan Day Cocktail Reception hosted for the New York City Scottish community to celebrate its love of Scotland and all things Scottish!  Business Attire, Jacket & Tie Required | Highland Dress Encouraged 

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9 Apr
9 Apr

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

ASF Supper Club

Atlantic - A Scottish Story

Atlantic highlights the rich musical traditions that have  influenced American music folk, bluegrass and country music, creating a powerful bridge across cultures.

Atlantic: A Scottish Story is part of the Carnegie Hall Festivals - United in Sound: America at 250 programing

Noisemaker Production :

Scott Gilmore - Host Musical Director - Claire MacKenzie

Cast lead by  Kirsty Findlay - Evie

Set against the backdrop of the remote island of St Kilda, Atlantic weaves original and traditional Scottish music with true stories and rich characters.

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9 Apr
10 Apr

10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

MÒD WORKSHOPS

MÒD WORKSHOPS

As part of the 2026 event, we are also holding Gaelic language and song workshops for avid lovers of Scottish culture. These are open to anyone and provide the opportunity to learn some basic Gaelic language and songs.  

There is also the possibility to provide a more advanced Conversational Class, depending on interest/level of participants.

10AM | Conversational Gaelic (no experience needed)

11AM | Gaelic Song

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10 Apr
10 Apr

12:30 PM - 1:35 PM

Tartan Day Observance

Tartan Day Observance recognizes In words and music what is Tartan Day.  With Readings from Senate Resolution & Presidential Decrees, and excerpts from the Declaration of Arbroath

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10 Apr
10 Apr

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

THE NYC Tartan Week MÒD

FÀILTE GU MÒD A’ BHREACAIN

WELCOME TO THE NYCTW MÒD

New York City Tartan Week is excited to host its fourth NYCTW Mòd. This prestigious event is a celebration of Gaelic language and song, through exciting competitions and workshops. Participants from across North America and beyond are invited to get involved in this inspiring day of music and friendship, which will take place on Friday April 10, 2026 at Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church Located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side on Madison Avenue at 73rd Street

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10 Apr
10 Apr

6:00 PM - 12:00 PM

NYC Tartan Week Pre-Parade cielidh

NYC Tartan Week Pre-Parade Ceilidh hosted by New York Caledonian Club

The iconic New York Caledonian Club Pre-Parade Ceilidh takes over Racket NYC! Whisky Kiss, Scotland's chart-topping ceilidh band, makes their big return to NYC Tartan Week to lead us as we reel the night away.

Steven Czajkowski returns as Master of Ceremonies, and the evening kicks off with a rousing set featuring Amy Beshara, Greg Loewer Jr., and your MC. Scotland’s National Piper Lou Marshall and Gleadhraich’s Craig Weir return for round two to duke it out as the Dueling Pipers. Additional highlights include a special performance by the winner of the NYC Tartan Week Mòd and an exciting appearance by the New York Caledonian Club Pipe Band.

Get ready for one of NYC Tartan Week's biggest parties, with high-energy music and dancing, delicious food and drink, and a Scottish ceilidh like no other. Tickets are limited, so get yours now for this truly unforgettable highlight of NYC Tartan Week.

 

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10 Apr
10 Apr

11:00 PM - 4:00 AM

Craig Weir & Friends’ Tartan Week Hoolie

Returning for a fifth year, Craig Weir & Friends’ Tartan Week Hoolie will once again come alive at Alan Cumming’s (last year’s Grand Marshal) Club Cumming.

This event has become one of the highlights of NYC Tartan Week featuring a variety of talent from across the Tartan Week programme.

It guarantees Scottish music, dance and craic to the wee hours! You don’t want to miss it!

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10 Apr
11 Apr

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Kirkin' o' the Tartan Service

The Kirkin' is a pan-denominational Christian blessing of the tartans of the clans, celebrating Scotland and Scots in America. A time-honored event for the whole family. (The Pre-Parade Brunch immediately follows.)

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11 Apr
11 Apr

10:00 AM - 12:45 PM

Pipes and Drums on the Fountain Terrace

A great way to begin parade day as pipe bands from near and far join us with great music and dance. Once again we will be filling the air with the sound of bagpipes in the run up to the Parade

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11 Apr
11 Apr

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pre-Parade Brunch, after the Kirkin' service

Start the day with a hearty brunch and meet our honored guests from New York and Scotland. All are welcome to march with Saint Andrew’s at the NYC Tartan Day Parade. 

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11 Apr
11 Apr

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

NYC Tartan Day Parade

For over 25 years, NYC Tartan Week has been celebrating Scottish-American heritage by providing meaningful connections through the celebration of Scottish heritage in NYC.

Join us for the 28th annual NYC Tartan Day Parade on Saturday, April 11, 2026 as we march up Sixth Avenue in NYC's biggest annual display of Scottish culture.

Registration will open soon

The National Tartan Day New York Committee was formed in 2002 and obtained official nonprofit 501(c)(3) status in 2003 to organize the NYC Tartan Day Parade and all the associated activities that make up NYC Tartan Week. In following its mission to celebrate and spread awareness of the contributions made by Scottish Americans to the United States, the committee continually partners with organizations throughout New York City, the United States, and Scotland to present opportunities for those who have or identify with Scottish heritage to connect through more than a dozen Scottish-themed events each year during NYC Tartan Week. The committee is committed to providing meaningful exchanges and inspiring experiences in order to showcase the rich Scottish heritage that continues to thrive in America. The committee is comprised of representatives from The Saint Andrew’s Society of the State of New York, The New York Caledonian Club, The American-Scottish Foundation, and Clan Campbell.

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11 Apr
12 Apr

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

NYC Highland Dance Competition

Come join the second-annual NYC Highland Dance competition, which will give dancers a chance to showcase their art at its highest form and the public a chance to witness this cornerstone of Highland dance culture in NYC.

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12 Apr
12 Apr

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

NYC Tartan Week Post Parade Brunch

Cap off NYC Tartan Week 2026 in true Scottish style!

Join the New York Caledonian Club for our legendary Sunday Scottish Fry—the perfect way to recover from all those post-parade celebrations!

Dive into an all-you-can-eat buffet loaded with traditional Scottish breakfast favorites including HAGGIS, while live traditional music fills the air. Whether you're nursing a wee headache or just working up an appetite from the Post-Parade Party, there's no better cure than good food, great company, and the sounds of Scotland.

And the party doesn't stop there! Head downstairs to the Tailor afterward, where the music session keeps rolling.

Come hungry. Leave happy. We'll see you there!

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12 Apr
12 Apr

12:30 PM - 1:35 PM

Scotland on the Fountain Terrace

Join us for a final performance on the Fountain Terrace at Bryant Park before we depart NYC Tartan Week 2025.

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12 Apr