Festival Information

IMPORTANT NOTICE: We expect to have close to 40 pipe bands competing, with 700-800 pipers and drummers on the field at opening and closing ceremonies. As a result, we expect there could be a delay for those entering the Park in time for Opening Ceremonies at 11:30
Please plan accordingly and allow extra time. Our volunteers collecting tickets at the gate do the best they can, and try and speed things up, but there will be delays. We do not want you to miss the Ceremonies if at all possible. All parking is free, and on the Ball Field, not far from the Ceremonies.

30th Annual

Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival

Look Park
300 North Main Street
Florence (Northampton), Massachusetts 01062

Time & Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
9:00 am to 9:00 pm
(Note: most vendors leave at 5, Festival continues until 8:30 with closing ceremonies at ~5:30)
Entertainment in the Celtic Pub until 8:30 pm
RAIN OR SHINE!
(Dogs on leash are allowed)
Parking
Ample FREE Parking on Look Park Grounds

****** NEW FOR 2025 ******

Mead and Wine at Celtic Pub
For the first time we will be selling a selection of Wine and Mead

Saving Scottish Wildcats
Learn about the project in the Clan/Vendor Area
A project of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland

SPRINGFIELD RIFLES RUGBY DEMONSTRATION
on Parade Field after opening ceremonies
COURTESY OF IRISH CULTURAL CENTER

MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL SWORDSMANSHIP
Northampton's local Historical European Martial Arts group. We practice forms including
stick, two-handed sword, and rapier, many of which have a Scottish connection.
Located in Glen Area near water spray park

Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism
We are pleased to be able to bring you one of the Foundations "Stars of the Spectrum" to sing the
Star Spangled Banner at opening ceremonies.
Please welcome Sabrina Asheim

HONORED GUEST:
State Representative Lindsay Sabadosa, 1st Hampshire District.

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
Courtesy of the Montgomery Fire Department

Located in the Red Tent next to Information Booth
* Health hint Handouts
* Safety Handouts
* Water available

Glasgow Lands is proud to welcome the Irish Cultural Center as a sponsor for the Festival.

Welcome to the Irish Cultural CenterThe Irish Cultural Center in West Springfield, MA is devoted to keeping the Irish arts and culture alive. We work to preserve, share, and promote Ireland’s cultural heritage, so that all people will have the opportunity to appreciate its rich legacy.

Irish Cultural Center Web Site

VFW Post 872 and Auxiliary, Southwick, MA

Please visit in the Clan Area

Accomodations - Hampton Inn, Westfield

For reservations please follow the link above or call the inn at 413-564-6900. Newly redecorated rooms, very reasonable rates, friendly staff, convenient to Festival and all area attractions

Many hotel and motel rooms are available in the greater Northampton/Westfield/Springfield area. Please see local directories for information.

Camping

Information on New England camping facilities and General Travel information is available at:
Travel New England
Information on Western Massachusetts camping facilities is available at:
www.campmass.com
PLEASE NOTE: Due to safety and electrical considerations, no Camper or RV hookups will be allowed on the Festival grounds the day of the Festival. All parking spaces for Campers/RV's must be approved by the Festival Committee.

Coming Year's Festivals
The Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival will be held on
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Saturday, July 17, 2027
Save the Date!

Updated 02/27/2025