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SUMMARY:Queensland Pipe Band Championships   |  Queensland Scottish Festival
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER YOUR BAND HERE \nDRUM MAJOR REGISTRATION HERE \nRegistrations close 13th May 2026. \n\n  \nPlaying Requirements: \n  \nGrade 1: 2 x MSR & 2 x Medley 5 – 7 minutes \nGrade 2: 2 x MSR & 1 x Medley 4 – 6 minutes \nGrade 3: 1 x MSR & 1 Medley 3 – 5 minutes (MSR – each of not less than 4 parts) \nJuvenile: 1 x MSR & 1 Medley 3 – 5 minutes (MSR – each of not less than 4 parts) \nGrade 4A: 1 x MSR (4 parts of 2/4 March (may be 2×2 parts)\, either 2 or 4 parts of Strathspey (may be 2×2 parts) and 2 or 4 parts of Reel (may be 2×2 parts)) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \nNovice Juvenile A: 1 x MSR  (4 parts of 2/4 March (may be 2×2 parts)\, either 2 or 4 parts of Strathspey (may be 2×2 parts) and 2 or 4 parts of Reel (may be 2×2 parts)) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \nGrade 4B: Selection of Marches (4 x 2-part march music) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \nNovice Juvenile B: Selection of Marches (4 x 2-part march music) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \n  \nPromoters Events: \n  \nDevelopment Grade Selection of Marches (Any 2 x 2-part march music) \nDevelopment bands will march in to tap and Static start
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/queensland-pipe-band-championships/
LOCATION:Brisbane Boys’ College\, Kensington Terrace\, Toowong\, Queensland\, 4066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All,Queensland
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
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SUMMARY:Ipswich Competition
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER YOUR BAND HERE \nDRUM MAJOR REGISTRATION HERE \nRegistrations close 6th Jun 2026. \n\n  \nPlaying Requirements: \n  \nGrade 1: 2 x MSR & 2 x Medley 5 – 7 minutes \nGrade 2: 2 x MSR & 1 x Medley 4 – 6 minutes \nGrade 3: 1 x MSR & 1 Medley 3 – 5 minutes (MSR – each of not less than 4 parts) \nJuvenile: 1 x MSR & 1 Medley 3 – 5 minutes (MSR – each of not less than 4 parts) \nGrade 4A: 1 x MSR (4 parts of 2/4 March (may be 2×2 parts)\, either 2 or 4 parts of Strathspey (may be 2×2 parts) and 2 or 4 parts of Reel (may be 2×2 parts)) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \nNovice Juvenile A: 1 x MSR  (4 parts of 2/4 March (may be 2×2 parts)\, either 2 or 4 parts of Strathspey (may be 2×2 parts) and 2 or 4 parts of Reel (may be 2×2 parts)) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \nGrade 4B: Selection of Marches (4 x 2-part march music) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \nNovice Juvenile B: Selection of Marches (4 x 2-part march music) and 1 x Medley 3 – 5 minutes \n  \nPromoters Events: \n  \nDevelopment Grade Selection of Marches (Any 2 x 2-part march music) \nDevelopment bands will march in to tap and Static start
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/ipswich-competition/
LOCATION:Ipswich Showground\, 81 Warwick Road\, Ipswich\, QLD\, 4305
CATEGORIES:All,Queensland
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SUMMARY:Winter Piping & Drumming Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Pipe Bands Australia Winter Piping & Drumming Retreat returns in 2026\, bringing together pipers and drummers from across the country for an immersive four-day program of learning\, collaboration\, and performance. \nDesigned to support players at every stage of their development\, the retreat offers expert tuition across piping\, snare\, tenor\, and bass drumming. From foundational technique through to advanced musical refinement\, participants will engage in a structured and supportive environment focused on real improvement. \nMore than a series of workshops\, the retreat provides an opportunity to step away from routine band activity and focus on individual and ensemble growth—while building connections within the broader pipe band community.
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/winter-piping-drumming-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Knox Gramar School\, 2 Borambil Street\, Wahroonga\, New South Wales\, 2076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria,Western Australia,New South Wales,Queensland,South Australia,Tasmania
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pipe Bands Australia":MAILTO:events@pipebandsaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
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SUMMARY:Mackay Bluewater Fling
DESCRIPTION:More information to come.
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/mackay-bluewater-fling/
LOCATION:Mackay
CATEGORIES:All,National,Queensland
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SUMMARY:Launceston Solos & Mini Bands
DESCRIPTION:Pipe Bands Tasmania brings the first solo and mini bands event for 2026. Hosting in Launceston.\nEnter as a solo player or as part of a group or mini band. \nEntries Close and Payment is to be received by midnight on Wednesday\, 19th August 2026. \nDate: Saturday 29th August 2026 \nVenue: St. Patrick’s College\, Launceston – 282 Westbury Rd\, Prospect Vale TAS 7250 \nTime: First performance is planned for 9:30 am \nRegister For Launceston Solos + Mini Bands
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/launceston-solos-mini-bands/
LOCATION:St Patricks College\, 282 Westbury Rd\, Prospect Vale\, Launceston\, Tasmania\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National,Tasmania
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pipe Bands Tasmania":MAILTO:tas@pipebandsaustralia.com.au
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SUMMARY:Tasmanian Solo Championships 2026
DESCRIPTION:A date for the diary! \nThe newly established Tasmanian Solo Championships will be taking place in Hobart on Saturday\, October 10th 2026. \nOn the day we will have piping and drumming solo grades as well as mini band opportunities. \nVenue: Mount Carmel College – 361 Sandy Bay Rd\, Sandy Bay TAS 7005 \nTime: First performance aiming for 9:30am \nMore details to be announced. \nEntries close and payment is to be received by Wednesday 30th of September 2026. \nFollowing the event there will be a social evening and gathering in Hobart and then followed by a workshop the next day. \nWorkshop\nSunday October 11th\n– Hobart Legacy\n9:30am – 3pm\nRegister your interest. \nMore Information / Registration
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/tasmanian-solo-championships/
LOCATION:Mount Carmel College Hobart\, Mount Carmel College\, 361 Sandy Bay Rd\, Sandy Bay\, TAS\, 7005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National,Tasmania
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pipe Bands Tasmania":MAILTO:tas@pipebandsaustralia.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20270403T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20270403T170000
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SUMMARY:2027 Tasmanian Pipe Band Championships | Oatlands Highland Gathering
DESCRIPTION:A date for your diary! \nThe Tasmanian Pipe Band Championships will return to Oatlands for 2027. \nThe 2027 Tasmanian Pipe Band Championships | Oatlands Highland Gathering is taking place on Saturday\, April 03rd 2027.\n\nEntries are not currently open. \n\nFeaturing:– Tasmanian Pipe Band Championships– Highland Dancing– Highland Games– Food & DrinkAnd more\n\nFree entry and a great day for the entire family.\n\nRun in association with Callington Mill Distillery and Southern Midlands Council.\n\nFollowing this event\, there will be a social gathering evening.\nAll are welcome.\nMore details to be announced.\n\nOn Sunday April 04th\, there will be a workshop day with the adjudicators.\nMore details to be announced.\n\nAny questions\, please contact tas@pipebandsaustralia.com.au.\n\nFollow us on Facebook for further updates.
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/2027-tasmanian-pipe-band-championships/
LOCATION:Callington Park\, Oatlands. TAS\, Callington Park\, Oatlands\, TAS\, 7120\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All,National,Tasmania
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pipe Bands Tasmania":MAILTO:tas@pipebandsaustralia.com.au
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