Gathering of the Clans

July 1, 2023

Eaton Park and Village wide
Pugwash, NS B0K 1L0

Status: Updated 1/10/2023

71st annual Gathering of the Clans celebrating Scottish heritage. This is also an important fund raiser for local organizations. Food, artisans, competitions, bagpipes, Parade, lobster dinner, antique car and tractor show and shine, music in the Park and fireworks at dusk. Who could ask for more? Held annually July 1st each year.

Admission: $3 - $5
Days/Hours Open: Sat 7am‑10:30pm
Address: 135 Water Street, Pugwash, NS B0K 1L0
Entertainment: 1 stage - International, National, Regional, Local. Music: BG BL CH CY ET FK JZ RT Variety ??
Other Activities: heavy weight highland games, bagpipe and drum competions, parade etc
Attendance: 5,000
# Food Booths: 7
# of Exhibitors: 25
Juried: no
Prize Money: na
Deadlines: Art & Craft: 06/29/2023
Music: 03/31/2023
Food: 06/30/2023
Promoter: Village of Pugwash
Show Dir.: Lisa Betts
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Email / contact Web Event Phone Food Fee Exhib. Fee

Frequently Asked Questions:
Are masks required at Gathering of the Clans? Not currently
Is Gathering of the Clans all ages? Absolutely!
Is Gathering of the Clans dog-friendly or service-animal only? ALL animals must be on a leash. We ask owners to avoid the fireworks.
Is Gathering of the Clans handicap accessible? Yes. Drop off/parking is at Black Street.
Is Gathering of the Clans rain or shine? Yes. The dance competition and music relocate to the high school gym.