LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Scottish Festival
Feb. 17-19, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. to 9
p.m. daily. Cost: $18 / day, $24 / 2 day
pass, prices may vary for 2012. queenmary.com
Queen Mary Scottish Festival was
established in 1993. It is one of the
most unique and enjoyable settings for
such a festival. Set to the backdrop of
the majestic Queen of the Seas, Queen
Mary, the event is held on the lush
grass lawns overlooking the ship and
Long Beach harbor. From the venue you
can see the Long Beach skyline across
the bay.
Highland and Country Dancing
Musical Entertainment featuring "Men of Worth," "Alex Beaton" as well as a variety of other soon to be announced acts
Historical Reenactment
Scottish and British Merchandise
Authentic Scottish Foods and Ales
A Colorful Grand Parade Saturday and Sunday at Noon with the Massed Pipes and Drums, Clans, and Special Guest Grand Marshals
Single Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting
Sheepdog Herding Demonstrations in the Events Park. A demonstration of sheep herding by Boarder Collies and other breeds. This is a must-see event and a wonderful opportunity for the wee ones to pet the dogs and sheep.
Single Malt Scotch and Food Pairing Dinner
Kid's Zone
Bagpipes and brogues at the Queen Mary
Scottish Festival, ring in the air with
an amazing sound as thousands gather to
participate in Scottish heritage with
music, marching bands, challenging games
such as Hammer Throw, Putting the Stone
and Tossing the Caber. Cultural events
take place both outdoors and on the
ship.
While highland dancing on board the
ship is great, outside there are pens
filled with sheep that kids can pet.
Suddenly the dogs surround them and a
demonstration of sheep-herding runs up
and down the field among the guests
watching.
Queen Mary ship has
a connection with Scotland, in case you
didn't know. She was built on the banks
of the River Clyde in Scotland over 75
years ago. Now retired to a permanent
harbor berth, the ship is a mecca for
entertainment and events, dining & a
hotel.
The Scottish Highland athletics
competition with men's and women's
events in the Queen Mary Dart
Tournament, continuous dance and musical
performances including Highland Dance,
piping and drumming competitions;
whiskey tastings and plenty to see and
do, all make this a family-friendly
event for all ages and cultures.
For more information, call the Queen
Mary at (562) 435-3511 or visit
queenmary.com. Tickets are available
online and by phone.
