We have an extraordinary festival planned 

We look forward to seeing you..

September 6-8, 2024

Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival

1209 Manford Ave, Estes Park, CO

Future Dates 

2025-September 5-8

2026-September 11-13


We love our pets, but the noise, crowds and hot weather are too much for them. 

Be kind and leave them home.

No Animals are allowed on the festival field or Arena September 6-8, 2024.  

 LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH IRISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL

2024 FESTIVAL DATES September 6-8

Festival Field Opens to the Public at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday - Sunday, September 6-8 2024

DAY TIME FIELD SCHEDULE FOR ALL STAGES FRIDAY - SUNDAY

acts and times may change without notice

Thank You to Quality Inn                                       

 We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Quality Inn for their continued support in housing the judges of the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival. Your hospitality has been invaluable to the success of our event, and we are truly grateful for your commitment over the years.

As a family-run hotel with deep roots in Estes Park, the Quality Inn has been an integral part of our festival's tradition. Your dedication to excellence and warm service make you an outstanding partner. Thank you for your longstanding support!

Book your next stay in Estes Park, COLO at the

Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park1450 Big Thompson Ave., Estes Park, CO, 80517, US

(970) 586-2358

 

 


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THE LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH IRISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL AND THE ALL NEW 

ESTES PARK INTERNATIONAL TATTOO

So why is it called a Tattoo?

The term "tattoo" derives from the cries of the 17th and 18th century Dutch innkeepers, who, as the fifes and drums of the local regiment signalled a return to quarters would cry,   
 "Doe den tap toe!" - "Turn off the taps!"

The sound of the "taps" caused the innkeeper's customers to depart and return to their barracks. The word "tattoo" evolved over time, and now refers to the large scale ceremonial performances of military music by massed bands that we know today.   Under the direction of an international team drawn from the United States, Canada, Great Britain and Europe, the 2024 Estes Park International Tattoo brings to Colorado an international array of talent from Canada, New Zealand, the United States of America - & more!

Join us together with over 200 performers from across the globe in a celebration of marching bands, highland dancing and massed bagpipes - a spectacular evening of music & pageantry not to be missed

 Pictured below is the

2023 ESTES PARK INTERNATIONAL TATTOO CAST

Click  Here To  Purchase Your 2024 Estes Park International Tattoo Tickets2023 ESTES PARK INTERNATIONAL TATTOO CAST

          THE BEST ALL CELTIC PARADE IN NORTH AMERICA IS CANCELED FOR 2024!

Due to town-wide construction in Estes Park,

we regret to announce the cancellation of the

Downtown Longs Peak Scottish Irish

Highland Festival Parade on

Saturday, September 7, 2024

                                                                 

NOTICE

Estes Park International Tattoo

1209  Manford Ave.

Friday and Saturday Evening

September 6 & 7, 2024  7:30 PM Doors open 6:45PM

ALL NEW---Estes Park International Tattoo Matinee

Sunday, September 8, 2024 1:30PM Doors Open at 1:00PM

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 LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH IRISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL

2024 FESTIVAL DATES September 6-8

Festival Field Opens to the Public at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday - Sunday, September 6-8 2024

DAY TIME FIELD SCHEDULE FOR ALL STAGES FRIDAY - SUNDAY

acts and times may change without notice 


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Donate to keep the Celtic Traditions Alive    

Tickets On Sale!!!

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Estes Park International Tattoo

1209  Manford Ave.

Friday and Saturday Evening

September 6 & 7, 2024  7:30 PM

Doors open at 6:45 PM

ALL NEW 

Estes Park International Tattoo Matinee

Sunday

September 8, 2024 1:30PM

Doors Open at 1:00 pm 

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  2024 Line up for the Estes Park International Tattoo

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Pipe Band & Dancers

US Army West Point Hellcats

The West Point Band's field music group, The Hellcats, is comprised of bugles, piccolos, and drums,

and serves as a showpiece for the United States Army and the United States Military Academy.

The Corps of Cadets gave The Hellcats their name as a friendly jibe in response to the group's early morning playing of the wake-up call reveille every day at West Point.

As the Army's first and only remaining field music group,

The Hellcats trace their heritage back to the American Revolution, when General George Washington established the garrison of West Point

and appointed a fifer and drummer for signaling in camp.The West Point Band is the Army's oldest active-duty band,

founded on the beautiful and historic grounds of the United States Military Academy in 1817.

Black Watch Cadet Pipe Band

The Black Watch Army Cadet Force Pipes and Drums is one of 8 Scottish Battalion Cadet Pipes and Drums.

The Army Cadet Force is a Youth Organization for 12-18 year olds and has Adult Volunteers trained to deliver training from reading maps and navigating the field without being seen to teaching cadets Pipes, Drums and other instruments.

The Army Cadet Force have over 100 cadet pipers and drummers back in the United Kingdom and over 300 cadet musicians learning Military Band or Corps of Drums.

The Black Watch Pipes and Drums covers Fife, Perth and Kinross and have over 25 cadets currently learning Pipes and Drums. 

They practice twice weekly for 2 hours.Giving cadets free lessons and also free instrument loans.Our tartan is Army Cadet Force Tartan.

The cadets wear this tartan on national occasions with a patrol jacket and glengarry. 

 Swing Dolls

The Swing Dolls are 1940’s style vocal trio, with a legacy that began over 24 years ago.

Based in sunny Los Angeles, they are America’s premiere tribute to The Andrews Sisters.

You may have seen them featured on TBN’s Veterans Day Special, network television’s hit series “Gilmore Girls”, or singing the theme song in the internationally airing Fiat 500 TV commercial, "Wedding”.

Their countless featured appearances include: events for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Comicon San Diego, the Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor,

The Seattle Museum of Flight with the Harry James Orchestra, The Kennedy Center, and the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC.

They have performed at the Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor, at HBO's “Band of Brothers” Gala, and have been featured Guest Artists with the Pacific Symphony Orchestra, the Pasadena Pops Orchestra, and the Santa Rosa Symphony.

All of this in addition to traveling the country. The Swing Dolls take you back to the days of Rosie the Riveter and the Hollywood Canteen, to victory rolls and USO shows! 

Fountain City Brass Band

Estes Park International Tattoo Highland Dance Team

Canada | Scotland | USA

Estes Park International Highland Dance Team

Estes Park International Tattoo Massed Pipes & Drums
Canada | Scotland | USA

Estes Park International Tattoo

Stanley Park Arena 1209 Manford Ave.

Friday and Saturday Evening

September 6 & 7, 2024

7:30 PM Doors open at 6:45 PM

ALL NEW 

Estes Park International Tattoo Matinee

Sunday

September 8, 2024 1:30PM

Doors Open at 1:00 pm 


Soldiers


THANK YOU

 

Tiny Town Cabins for being a proud partner another year to host the Grand Prize Winner of the drawing at the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival.

 

 Click the video below to see highlights from 2021

Estes Park International Tattoo

Estes Park International Tattoo September 6 & 7, 2024  

7:30 PM

Doors open at 6:45 PM

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2023

Estes Park International Tattoo Participants 

US Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps

US Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps

US 1st Marine Division Band 

US 1st Marine Division Band

Pipes on Parade: The Massed Pipes & Drums

Pipers from all over the United and Scotland to perform at the Estes Park International Tattoo.

Pipes on Parade: The Massed Pipes & Drums

Since 1996 Texas Camel Corps

Doug Camp

US Air Force Academy The Stellar Brass Band Quintet

US Air Force Academy The Stellar Brass Band Quintet

The U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Honor Guard

The U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Honor Guard

Estes Park International Highland Dance Team 

Estes Park International Highland Dance Team


A video of welcoming ceremonies

The festival is proud to have Honored Guests participate at the

Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival. 

  2024 Honored Youth 

We love our pets, but the noise, crowds and hot weather are too much for them. 

Be kind and leave them home.

NOTICEService Animal

ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN FOR CLAN AND ATHLETICS

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

ATTENTION ALL SCOTTISH HIGHLAND ATHLETE COMPETITORS

Saturday, September 7 and Sunday, September 8, 2024
Check-in at 7:30 a.m. start at 8:30 a.m PLEASE BE ON TIME!!

CLANS

The festival will have all clan ticket packages will ready for pick up on Thursday, September 5.  The tickets that are included in the tent fee. ie: Gate Passes and Special Parking Pass.  THE FESTIVAL WILL NOT MAIL ANY CLAN PACKETS OUT THIS YEAR. 

All Solo Piping and Pipe Band Registerations will be open FEBRARY 5, 2024

Please go to the Piping Competition page to Register when they are available.

For any questions, please Contact us at info@scotfest.com


Friday Estes Folk Concert 7:30 pm. Event Center 

Performer line up

 On The Lash, Harp Twins featuring the Volfgang Twins, Skyrie

Saturday Rock Concert 7:30 pm. Event Center

Performer line up

Brother, Rollin Drones, SYR, Albannach

All acts and times are subject to change without notice. 


RETURNING TO THE LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH IRISH HIGHALND FESTIVAL FOR 2024 

THE HIGHLAND CATTLE 

FROM AMERICAN HIGHLANDS RANCH  

American Highlands Ranch 

COME OUT AND SEE THE HIGHLAND CATTLE 

THAT WILL ON DISPLAY ON THE FESTIVAL FIELD 

FRIDAY - SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6-8, 2024 9 AM - 5 PM

American Highlands Ranch 2

  LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH IRISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL

2024 FESTIVAL DATES September 6-8

Festival Field Opens to the Public at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday - Sunday, September 6-8 2024

PLEASE NOTE:

THAT NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED ON THE FESTIVAL FIELD

PLEASE LEAVE YOUR WONDERFUL FURRY FRIENDS AT HOME.

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The Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival has been a highlight of September in Estes Park for 48 years; with Celtic Music, Ethnic Dancing, Bag Pipe Bands, Scottish Highland Athletics, representatives of many Clans.

In the early 1970's Estes Park was like most mountain towns relying on summer tourism with ended with Labor Day weekend.  47 years ago the festival's  founder, a resident of Estes Park, had a vision to extend the fall season to the valley.  He started this festival recognizing that September was a beautiful time for people to come to the mountains and with the perfect temperature, all that was needed was an event.  And the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival came into being.  Over the years this Festival has become the most attended event in Estes Park.
 
Your support will allow us to continue to provide the culture experience in 2024 and forward into the future.

Please click on the Button to support the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival for its 48th year September 6-8, 2024

Thank you in advance for your support.

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Celebrating Over 48 Years in Estes Park Colorado,
the Celtic Capital of North America
 
Come out for the Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival
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About Us

Immerse yourself in the Celtic culture at the Highland Festival in Estes Park, Colorado. Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival, Inc. hosts the largest such festival in the country. The event includes Scottish athletics, the best in Celtic rock and folk music, and live field performances. 



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Thank you for your interest. Please reach out with questions or comments using the information below. We look forward to hearing from you.

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