Celebrate Scottish heritage by trying Highland Dance in this free Tartan Week class for beginners! Join us to learn about Scottish history, build cardiovascular endurance, and connect with a community of dancers. Dancers of any skill level are invited to participate in this physically demanding and culturally rich class. Visit our website to learn about free class options for all ages. 

Come meet the sponsors and Organizers of NYC Tartan Week. Enjoy live music, samplings, and generally a good time. Music by Matthew Christian, Colin Forhan, Andrew Forbes, and Greg Loewer Jr. 

Join us for Gaelic language and song workshops for avid lovers of Scottish culture before competitions begin at 1:00PM. These are open to anyone and provide the opportunity to learn some basic Gaelic language and songs. 

THE COMPETITIONS

For the first time, the NYCTW Mòd will feature 3 competitions: solo singing, poetry recitation and vocal harmony groups.

Solo singing competition - The winner will be crowned 2025 New York City Tartan Week Mòd Champion and win a prize of $125, as well as an invitation to sing at the Pre-Parade Ceilidh; sponsored by the New York Caledonian Club.

Poetry Recitation competition - The winner of this new competitions will receive a 12 month subscription to WeeBox sponsored by WeeBox, and other performing opportunities during the week.

Vocal Harmony Competition - The winner of this competition will win a prize of $125 and receive the chance to perform with Joy Dunlop in Bryant Park before the parade and other performing opportunities during the week.

NYC Tartan Week is proud to partner with a number of Scottish Gaelic events throughout the week and we hope the Scottish and Gaelic speaking communities throughout North America and beyond will help to establish the NYCTW Mòd as a must-attend annual celebration. Join us in your Clan tartan!

Learning Support and Tutorials for competitors can be found at www.nyctartanweek.org/mod 

We return to Manhattan for New York City Tartan Week with our swatch books full of tartan. The Pop-Up Store and measuring service will be available on the 3rd & 4th April at The New Yorker Hotel. Appointments are free of charge and there is no obligation to purchase. Pop in for a chat and to peruse the sample books, touching and feeling the fabric in real life makes all the difference!  You can book an appointment using our online system. We also offer a Tartan Consultation service if you would like to have dedicated time with a member of staff to find your family or clan tartan.

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 

The ASF Scottish Supper Club is an exciting event celebrating all things Scotland. In 2025 we're highlighting the vibrance and talent of Glasgow with a  musical program produced by Claire Mackenzie and Scott Gilmore of Noisemaker - Alumni of Royal Conservatoire Scotland - and featuring guest artists and celluloid moments from the National Library of Scotland's Kelvin Hall.

The Highland Divas are a staple of the annual Tartan Week celebrations, and return this year with their show, "The Gathering." A unique take on the sounds of Scotland and beyond!

Experience the perfect fit with a personalized kilt fitting by Howie Nicholsby, the renowned expert in Modern & Traditional Scottish Highland Dress. Whether you’re looking for a classic tartan kilt or a contemporary take on this iconic attire, Howie ensures every detail is tailored to your style and comfort.

Appointments are required for a one-on-one fitting experience. Book your session today and embrace the kilt, your way.

Email Howie at howie@21stcenturykilts.com to schedule your appointment.

We return to Manhattan for New York City Tartan Week with our swatch books full of tartan. The Pop-Up Store and measuring service will be available on the 3rd & 4th April at The New Yorker Hotel. Appointments are free of charge and there is no obligation to purchase. Pop in for a chat and to peruse the sample books, touching and feeling the fabric in real life makes all the difference!  You can book an appointment using our online system. We also offer a Tartan Consultation service if you would like to have dedicated time with a member of staff to find your family or clan tartan.

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

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

The iconic New York Caledonian Club Pre-Parade Ceilidh returns to The View at The Battery for 2025! New England's own Celtic Beats Ceilidh band will lead us as we reel the night away with additional entertainment throughout the evening, including Dueling Pipers Craig Weir and Coreyanne Armstrong, and a performance by the winner of the NYC Tartan Week Mód. Enjoy delectable food and drink, stunning sights, and spectacular entertainment! With views overlooking New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty, this will be a truly unforgettable highlight of your NYC Tartan Week experience. 

Tickets are limited, so get yours now for this can't-miss event!

Back once again for 2025, Craig Weir & Friends’ Tartan Week Hoolie will return to the home of this years Grand Marshal, Alan Cumming’s Club Cumming on April 4th. To date, the event has featured pop-up performances from some of NYC Tartan Week’s most popular acts including Whisky Kiss, Rollin’ Drones and Gleadhraich as well as various comedians. The 2023 and 2024 events saw people turned away with an advance sell-out crowd so we recommend booking early. It’s a party not to be missed with music, dance and craic to the wee hours!

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.)

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

Get ready for the New York City Tartan Day Parade with official merchandise from ScotlandShop, the official supplier of NYC Tartan Week gear!

Celebrate your Scottish heritage in style with official T-shirts and pins for the 2025 NYC Tartan Week events, along with other exclusive apparel and accessories. Whether you’re marching in the parade or cheering from the sidelines, grab your NYC Tartan Week merchandise before the festivities begin!

Shop the collection in advance: NYC Tartan Week Merchandise

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. 

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 27th annual NYC Tartan Day Parade on Saturday, April 5, 2025 as we march up Sixth Avenue in NYC's biggest annual display of Scottish culture.

It's FREE to sign up but hurry, registration closes March 17!

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.

Join Us for the Ultimate NYC Tartan Week Celebration – with Glenmorangie!

Get ready for the most anticipated event of NYC Tartan Week! After the parade, keep the Scottish spirit alive at the NYC Tartan Week Post Parade Party, hosted at the iconic Sony Hall.

Enjoy electrifying performances from The Laurettes, Reely Jiggered, and back by popular demand, The Rollin Drones—guaranteed to have you dancing all night long! —featuring Glenmorangie, our official whisky sponsor, bringing you the finest single malt to toast the occasion.

But that’s not all! From 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., enjoy complimentary domestic and imported beers, red and white house wine, sparkling wine, juices, and sodas. After 6:00 p.m., the bar will switch to a cash bar—

This is the must-attend event of NYC Tartan Week! Secure your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening of revelry, camaraderie, and pure Scottish craic. Hurry—tickets are selling fast!

Come join the inaugural 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.

With the increased visibility of Scottish culture during NYC Tartan Week, the inaugural NYC Highland Dance competition 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.

Competition details:

● Date: Sunday, April 6th, 2025

● Time: Doors open: 8:00am / Dancing commences: 9:00am

● Location: Battery Park City School, 55 Battery Place, Manhattan, NY 10280

What is a Highland dance competition?

● Competition is the lifeblood of Highland dance in the United States, as it keeps dancers motivated and provides goals and rewards for learning and perfecting dances.

● At a competition, dancers compete in classes based on age and previous competition success. Medals are awarded for the top 6 places and the overall winners in each class receive a trophy.

● Judges evaluate the dancers on timing, technique, and general deportment.

Who will be competing?

● The competition is open to dancers internationally. With each Tartan Week welcoming more and more Highland dancers to the city, the competition provides dancers from around the globe with a chance to compete against new dancers.

● Younger local dancers will have a chance to attend a dance competition for the first time!

Who is hosting the competition?

● The NYC School of Highland Dance, with support from: ○ Fling Together, a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and development of performance-based Highland dance across North America.

○ Shot of Scotch NYC, a group of premier Highland dancers dedicated to sharing their love of Highland dance in and around NYC.

● Competition organizers and contact information: ○ Ciara Wilson: ciara.hannah.wilson@gmail.com

○ Stephanie Ward: stephanie.p.ward@gmail.com

○ Emily Ritter: emily.b.ritter@gmail.com

○ NYC School of Highland Dance: nychighlanddance@gmail.com

Join the New York Caledonian Club on the final day of NYC Tartan Week 2025 for our annual Sunday Scottish fry!

Enjoy traditional Scottish brunch fare as well as the rousing sounds of live traditional Scottish music. Eat, drink, be merry, and replenish from the post-parade festivities. We can’t wait to see you there!

The music session continues downstairs at the Tailor.

Experience the perfect fit with a personalized kilt fitting by Howie Nicholsby, the renowned expert in Modern & Traditional Scottish Highland Dress. Whether you’re looking for a classic tartan kilt or a contemporary take on this iconic attire, Howie ensures every detail is tailored to your style and comfort.

Appointments are required for a one-on-one fitting experience. Book your session today and embrace the kilt, your way.

Email Howie at howie@21stcenturykilts.com to schedule your appointment.

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

If you know NYC Tartan Week, you know the party isn't over yet! Whether you're coming from brunch upstairs or just rolling out of bed, head to the Tailor one last time to enjoy the spirited sounds of some of NYC's finest traditional Scottish musicians. The session starts at 2 PM next to the bar and goes until you're on your last dram...in true NYC Tartan Week fashion. Session led by Andrew Forbes and Colin Forhan. 

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