Celtic Heritage Alliance

McMinnville Scottish Festival
2021-10-09 09:00 - 2021-10-10 19:00 UTC | Yamhill County Fair Grounds – Leslie Lewis Pavillion, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us for the 2021 McMinnville Scottish Festival, we would love to see you there on Oct 9th and 10th, 2021 at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds McMinnville, Oregon.

2022 Burns Supper
2022-01-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Yamhill County Fair Grounds – Leslie Lewis Pavillion, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us for a fun evening celebrating poet Robert Burns! There will be great food, poetry readings and fellowship. Click below to view event website and get your tickets today!

Irish Whiskey Tasting
2022-03-19 12:00 - 15:00 | The Oak, 326 NE Davis St, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us for our Irish Whiskey Tasting Sat, March 19th. Seats are still available for our 12pm session!
$40/pp includes tastings, light snacks and entertainment!

2022 McMinnville Scottish Festival
2022-10-01 09:00 - 2022-10-02 21:00 | Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States

2023 Burns Supper
2023-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 | McMinnville Grand Ballroom, 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, OR, 97128
We look forward to hosting you for our Burns Supper, in honor of the late poet Robert Burns on Saturday, January 28th, from 6PM – 9PM. Taking place in the historic McMinnville Grand Ballroom, located at 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, Oregon. The evening will be filled with fellowship and camaraderie, and will include a traditional Scottish 5-course dinner, poetry readings, music, and many toasts to celebrate the Bard. We will also have a no-host bar, raffle and dessert auction. You may purchase tickets a la carte, at $75/pp, or reserve whole tables (seating for 8), at $550 per table. If you are a member of the Celtic Heritage Alliance, check your email for a special member-only offer! Semi-formal/Formal attire encouraged but not required. Event is for 21+ only. This is certain to be a wonderful night, we hope that you can join us!
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Irish Whiskey Tasting Experience
2023-03-18 | The Oak, 326 NE Davis St, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
SOLD OUT! Join us on Saturday, March 18th as the board of the Celtic Heritage Alliance work together to present you with an Irish Whiskey Tasting! There are two sessions to choose from, at noon and 2pm. There will be 6 varieties of whiskey (or as we like to say, uisce beatha – water of life!) from the Emerald Isle. We’ll also provide light snacks and entertainment.

Tour of Scotland - An Elevated Tasting Experience
2023-06-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us on Saturday, June 3rd at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds outdoor pavilion, as we take you on a tour of Scotland, without even leaving McMinnville! We’ll walk you through a tasting experience with Scotch made from different regions throughout the country. Learn what goes in to creating each unique taste, such as factors including location, weather, tradition, and more! If you are a member, check your inbox for a special offer for this event! 21+ only.
Please reserve your seats using the links provided by us on our social media pages or our website, as private parties attempting to “resell”, even for a lower price, in social media comments are likely a scam and cannot be honored.
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2023 McMinnville Scottish Festival
2023-10-07 09:00 - 2023-10-08 19:00 | Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Admission tickets are now available for the 2023 McMinnville Scottish Festival, October 7th and 8th at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds in McMinnville, Oregon! Admission tickets include variety of exhibits, competition viewing, highland games, all concerts, and more! Event will take place rain or shine, no refunds. Purchase admission here

2024 Burns Supper
2024-01-20 18:00 - 21:00 | McMinnville Grand Ballroom, 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, OR, 97128
Sold Out! We look forward to hosting you for our Burns Supper, in honor of the late poet Robert Burns on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 from 6PM – 9PM. Taking place in the historic McMinnville Grand Ballroom, located at 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, Oregon. The evening will be filled with fellowship and camaraderie and will include a traditional Scottish 5-course dinner, poetry readings, music, and many toasts to celebrate the Bard. We will also have a no-host bar, raffle and dessert auction. You may purchase tickets a la carte, at $80/pp, or reserve whole tables (seating for 8), at $600 per table. If you are a member of the Celtic Heritage Alliance, check your email for a special member-only offer! Semi-formal/Formal attire encouraged but not required. Event is for 21+ only. This is certain to be a wonderful night, we hope that you can join us!

Irish Trivia and Tasting
2024-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 | The Oak, 326 NE Davis St, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us at The Oak at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 16th as the board of the Celtic Heritage Alliance work together to present you with a fun game of St. Patrick’s Day Trivia, and Irish Whiskey Tasting! Throughout the trivia rounds, we’ll serve 3 varieties of whiskey (or as we like to say, uisce beatha – water of life!) from the Emerald Isle. We’ll also provide Irish nachos and entertainment. Other beverages will be available for purchase from The Oak. We hope to see you there! 21+ only.
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Glenmorangie & Ardbeg - The Ultimate Exclusive Blind-Tasting Experience
2024-05-11 15:30 - 18:30 | Yamhill County Fair Grounds – Leslie Lewis Pavillion, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
We invite you to get to know your whisky on an intimate level!! Come take part in a blind tasting like never before with Glenmorangie, Ardbeg, and a number of surprises. Learn what your individual tastes bring to the enjoyment and exploration of whisky. Enjoy this journey with your guide Cameron George, National Ambassador for Ardbeg and Glenmorangie. The elevated varieties in this lineup will have a tasting value of $150/pp, and we are happy to be able to offer such a rare and unique experience for just $75/pp. SEATING IS LIMITED, so reserve your spot, there will only be one session and you don’t want to miss this once in a lifetime experience! If you are a member, watch your email for a special member-only offer! Looking to become a member? You will find the option to do a tasting/annual membership combo, reflecting the member discount. This event 21+ only, please drink responsibly.
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2024 McMinnville Scottish Festival
2024-10-05 09:00 - 2024-10-06 19:00 | Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Join us for the 2024 McMinnville Scottish Festival, Oct 5th and 6th at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds, in McMinnville, Oregon! This festival originated as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture, and is a favorite of those who attend!
Certain aspects of the festival are so well known and emblematic of Scotland, such as the bagpipes, the kilt, and of course the Highland Games! Your family will also enjoy artisan craft and food vendors, live concerts, sheepherding demonstrations, competitions for Scottish dancing, piping and drumming, and much more!!
Take advantage of our summer kickoff sale!! Buy now and save up to 20% off of gate prices!! These awesome discounts are only available for a limited time! Admission includes cultural exhibits, highland games, all concerts, and more!

2025 Burns Supper
2025-01-25 18:00 - 21:00 | McMinnville Grand Ballroom, 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, OR, 97128
SOLD OUT! We look forward to hosting you for our Burns Supper, in honor of the late poet Robert Burns on Saturday, January 25th, 2025 from 6PM – 9PM. Taking place in the historic McMinnville Grand Ballroom, located at 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, Oregon. There is elevator service to the ballroom near the back entrance to the building (4th Street side). The evening will be filled with fellowship and camaraderie and will include a traditional Scottish 5-course dinner, poetry readings, music, and many toasts to celebrate the Bard. We will also have a no-host bar, raffle and dessert auction. You may purchase tickets a la carte, at $80/pp, or reserve whole tables (seating for 8), at $600 per table. Formal attire encouraged but not required. Event is for 21+ only. This is certain to be a wonderful night, we hope that you can join us!

2025 McMinnville Scottish Festival
2025-10-04 09:00 - 2025-10-05 19:00 | Yamhill County Fairgrounds, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 McMinnville Scottish Festival Oct 4th and 5th at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds!! Take advantage of our PRE-SALE DISCOUNTS before they sell out!
This festival originated as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture and is a favorite of those who attend! Certain aspects of the festival are well known and emblematic of Scotland, such as the bagpipes, the kilt, and of course the Highland games! Your family will also enjoy artisan craft and food vendors, live concerts, sheepherding demonstrations, Highland coos, competitions for Scottish dancing, piping and drumming, and numerous other delights!! Admission includes cultural exhibits, highland games, all concerts, and more!

**PARKING AT THE EVENT WILL BE $5.00 PER VEHICLE EACH DAY, PAYABLE BY CASH ONLY**

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⚡️PRO-TIPS⚡️
Make the most of your time at the McMinnville Scottish Festival by following these helpful tips!
1. **PARKING AT THE EVENT WILL BE $5.00 PER VEHICLE EACH DAY, PAYABLE BY CASH ONLY**
2. Due to policy changes at the venue, ONLY SERVICE ANIMALS will be permitted to join guests at the festival
3. If you plan on enjoying an adult beverage at the festival, make sure you FIRST stop by the ID CHECK STATION NEAR THE MAIN GATE, and then purchase tokens at one of our SWIG & SWAG BOOTHS, as the beer tent is tokens only, no cash or card!
4. There will be first-come-first-serve seating near the main stage and picnic tables throughout the venue, but you are more than welcome to bring your own chairs and blankets. (Please no La-Z-Boys😂)
5. No outside food or drink with the exception of water.
6. All bags are subject to security search.

2026 Burns Supper
2026-01-24 18:00 - 21:00 | McMinnville Grand Ballroom, 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, OR, 97128
We look forward to hosting you for our Burns Supper, in honor of the late poet Robert Burns on Saturday, January 24th, 2026 from 6PM – 9PM. Taking place in the historic McMinnville Grand Ballroom, located at 325 NE 3rd St, McMinnville, Oregon. There is elevator service to the ballroom near the back entrance to the building (4th Street side). Doors will open at 5:30pm for some social time with the program to commence soon after. The evening will be filled with fellowship and camaraderie and will include a traditional Scottish 5-course dinner, poetry readings, music, and many toasts to celebrate the Bard. There will be a dessert auction, with all proceeds going to our scholarship fund, and we’ll also have a 50/50 raffle. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase, and cash and cards will be accepted at the bar. We look forward to a fun evening with you! You may purchase tickets a la carte, at $80/pp, or reserve whole tables (seating for 8), at $600 per table. Formal attire encouraged but not required. Event is for 21+ only. This is certain to be a wonderful night, we hope that you can join us!
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