IMPORTANT NOTICE: We expect to have over 30 pipe bands competing, with 600-700 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 11:00. 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.
29th Annual
Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival
Look Park 300 North Main Street Florence (Northampton), Massachusetts 01062
Time & Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024 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
HONORED GUEST: State Representative Lindsay Sabadosa, 1st Hampshire District.
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RUGBY DEMONSTRATION COURTESY OF IRISH CULTURAL CENTER - DETAILS TBA Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism representatives We are pleased to announce that five of the young women from the Miss Western Massachusetts program will be joining us! Please see "Entertainment -Schedule of Events" for details!! The Miss Western Massachusetts Scholarship Organization is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to helping young women recognize their potential. The program is a local preliminary to the Miss America Program, the largest source of scholarship for young women in the country. The Miss Western Massachusetts Program provides personal and professional opportunities for young women and promotes their voice in culture, politics and the community. The Program empowers young women to achieve their personal and professional goals, and provides a forum in which to express their opinions, talents, and intelligence.
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.
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.
Accomodations For reservations please follow the link above or call the inn at 413-731-1010.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.
Coming Year's Festivals The Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 Saturday, July 19, 2025 Save the Date!