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2026 EVENTS
St. Patrick's Day Parade
St. Patrick's Day marks the death of St. Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland. The Dunlap Highland Band participates in the annual parade in Portland, Maine.
Portland, ME - March 15th, 2026
May Day is a celebration of the Spring, with ancient roots in the Celtic traditions of Beltane (May 1st), as well as in the modern labor movement, and known internationally as Worker's Day.
Kennebunk, ME - May 2nd, 2026
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those deceased who have served in the military. Originally called 'Decoration Day', Federal Law changed it to the modern name in the 1880's.
Fremont, NH - May 24th, 2026
Old Orchard Beach Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those deceased who have served in the military. Originally called 'Decoration Day', Federal Law changed it to the modern name in the 1880's.
Old Orchard Beach, ME - May 25th, 2026
Members of the Dunlap Highland Band have been asked to perform at the Bonny Eagle High School graduation ceremony in Standish, Maine for the 2026 school year.
We're very excited to help commemorate this important transition in the live's of so many students and celebrate all the hard work these students have put in to finally reach their graduation day ceremony.
Standish, ME - June 5th, 2026
This festival, established in 1982, is a celebration of French Canadian culture in Maine with live music, games and entertainment.
Biddeford, ME - June 19th, 2026
The Dunlap Highland Band is one of many bands that have been invited to perform at Fort Halifax in Winslow on the Kennebec river.
The Fort is a National Historic Landmark and home to the oldest block house in the United States. It was built in 1754 to protect English settlers against the French and their Native American allies during the French and Indian War.
Winslow, ME - July 9th, 2026
"Pierpole Day is an annual event celebrating local Strong heritage and history. The day is named after the Wabanaki (Abenaki/Amaseconti) settler Pierre 'Pierpole' Paul."
Strong, ME - July 11th, 2026
"Since its inception in 1965, the Yarmouth Clam Festival has been a staple of our community, providing the opportunity for over 30 local non-profits to fundraise in support of their mission.
As Maine’s largest free-admission festival, Yarmouth welcomes 100,000+ guests over a span of 3 days, where attendees can enjoy free entertainment, competitions, and activities."
Yarmouth, ME - July 17th, 2026
This celebration commemorates Saint George, traditionally a Roman soldier who became a Christian martyr, known for the legendary tale of saving a princess by slaying a dragon that was terrorizing an English town.
In the 14th century he was established as the patron saint of England and particularly associated with knighthood and the Order of the Garter. The red cross of St. George on a white background is the national flag of England.
It is a day for celebrating English culture, history, and community spirit and the Dunlap Highland Band will be doing our part by performing with pipes and drums in their annual parade.
Tenant's Harbor, ME - July 18th, 2026
An annual summer celebration featuring a parade, street dance, food vendors and a beer tent. The Dunlap Highland Band will be there to perform a short, impromptu concert to honor the town.
Oakland, ME -July 24th, 2026
"The Maine Lobster Festival is five days of fun and feasting on the fabulous coast of Maine! This annual seafood festival takes place during the first weekend of August, from Wednesday through Sunday."
Rockland, ME - August 1st, 2026
"Preserving Maine’s Scottish-American Heritage"
A full day of celebration filled with food, music, games, and fun for the entire family. This year there will be solo pipers and pipe bands competing to win prizes and to preserve the fine arts of the Scottish musical traditions.
There are also Scottish dancers, Coos, a Clan Village representing several Highland/Lowland Scottish clans, athletic events, kilt making demonstrations, historic highlanders, the Portland Reavers will also be there !
Windsor Fairgrounds, 82 Ridge Road, Windsor, ME - August 8th, 2026
"When you experience the L/A Balloon Festival, you and your family are not only in for a big treat but support great local non-profits dedicated to making our community even better. "
Simard-Payne Park, Lewiston, ME - August 22nd, 2026
Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta™
The 'Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta' was created in 2007 in Damariscotta, Maine and is run by community volunteers. The festival provides horticultural expertise and educational opportunities to gardeners of all ages and runs through the weekend. It's packed with fun events the entire family will enjoy, such as Pumpkinboat building, a Pumpkin Dessert Contest, the Pumpkin Parade (which the Dunlap Highland Band will be participating in!), the Pumpkin Derby, and much more!
Damariscotta, ME - October 10th, 2026
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