25th Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games

September 19 & 20, 2026 | Saturday 10am-10pm; Sunday 10am-5pm

 

Attractions

Living History Clan Village Celtic College Animals Wee Folk Shire

Living History

Throughout the weekend you'll see history and culture come alive in various ways, all thanks to those who honor all aspects of Celtic life. Better yet, you can join in! Hear stories, peruse specialty collections, learn about swordfighting, and more.

Announcements begin this Spring.

wishing tree
The Wishing Tree

The tree's origins come from old Celtic traditions; variations include Fairy, May, and Votive Trees. Visitors add wishes (or prayers) as offerings to saints, deities or wee folk. At weekend's end they are ceremoniously sent to the heavens, where we hope many receive help in coming true!

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Clan Village

The history and pride of many Celtic people thrives in the descendants of the original families of Scotland and Ireland, known as Clans. They honor their ancestors by celebrating the traditions and heritage that have held their families together for generations. A visit is highly recommended, as the living history of Clan Village cannot be missed.

Announcements begin this Spring.

clan fergusson

Host Clan!

Clan Fergus(s)on Society of N.A.

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Celtic College

Celebrating history and heritage of the Celts is a priority for the Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival. The Celtic College hosts a series of cultural classes and lectures designed to educate and enlighten you. Here's your chance to learn first-hand about bagpipes, Celtic poetry, genealogy and more- new topics every year. Make sure your visit includes one or more of these FREE classes!

Announcements begin this Spring.

Saturday, Sept. 13

Times
Class

 1:00pm
 

 

 

2:00pm
 

 

 

 3:00pm
 

 

 

 4:00pm
 

 

 

 5:30pm

 

 
 

Sunday, Sept. 14

Times
Class

 1:00pm
 

 

 

 2:00pm
 

 

 

  3:30pm

 

 
 

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Animals

Niagara Celtic hosts a wonderful array of demonstrations and hands-on experience with a variety of animals, including breeds direct from the British Isles whenever possible.

Announcements begin this Spring.

 

 

 

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Wee Folk Shire

 

Open Saturday, 11am-5pm and Sunday 11am-4pm. Wonder and adventure are found everywhere in Niagara Celtic's Wee Folk Shire. Journey through four mini-lands designed to encourage education, imagination, active play and togetherness.

Highlander’s Field
  • Highlander's Practice Field: caber toss, stone throw, sheep toss, knight sword play
  • Pot O’Gold Toss
  • Wee Castle Golf
  • Walk the Plank Toss
  • Cornish Crow Kay
Vale of Glamorgan
  • Bubble Garden
  • Daffodil Ring Toss
  • Gnome Hole
  • Finn McCool’s Giant’s Causeway Hopscotch
  • StoryTeller's Tree
Queen’s Keep

  • Face Painting
  • Celtic Crafts
  • Weaver's Workshop
  • Celtic Music Makers
  • Knots & Crosses (tic tac toe)
  • Draughts (checkers)
  • Toddler Pixie Play Area
  • Face-In-the-Hole Boards - photo opportunities
  • Special Guest Performances

Whimsy’s Knob
  • Brittany Bowling
  • Turtle Bay fishing & sand play
  • Gnome Hole
  • Building Blocks in Gobban the Builder’s Hut
  • Castle Play
  • Rally Manx NC New!
storyteller's tree
The Storyteller's Tree

Storytelling was vital during the time of ancient Celts, as a way to share history, lessons and fantasy.   Sit for a wee spell and listen to Celtic tales with the Red and Pink Fairies! Showtimes and Story lengths vary.

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