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SUMMARY:Scots Day Oot - Tasmania
DESCRIPTION:This day will feature:Highland Dancing CompetitionPipe Band CompetitionRe-enactment & DisplaysFood & Drink VendorsAnd Much More\n\nFree entry for visitors. A great day out for the family.\n\n\nEntry Deadline – Thursday 12th February 2026 \n\nEntries Now Open
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/scots-day-oot-tasmania/
LOCATION:Village Green\, Longford\, TAS\, Village Green\, Longford\, TAS\, 7301\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National,Tasmania
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pipe Bands Tasmania":MAILTO:tas@pipebandsaustralia.com.au
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SUMMARY:Oatlands Highland Gathering / Tasmanian Pipe Band Championships
DESCRIPTION:The Tasmanian Pipe Band Championships returns to Oatlands. \nThe Oatlands Highland Gathering is taking place in Oatlands on March 21st 2026.\n\nEntry Deadline – Monday 09th March 2026\nFor more information or to register\, click here  \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 is a relaxed social gathering planned for the CoqN’Bull in Launceston.\nFood served until 9pm.\nAll are welcome.\n\nEntries Now Open
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/oatlands-highland-gathering-tasmanian-pipe-band-championships/
LOCATION:Callington Park\, Oatlands. TAS\, Callington Park\, Oatlands\, TAS\, 7120\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All,National,Tasmania
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
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SUMMARY:Maclean Highland Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This event is run by the Lower Clarence Scottish Association. The pipe band competition is overseen by Pipe Bands NSW. \nWe include it on our events listing as many South East Queensland bands attend the event each year. \n  \nVisit the event website for dates\, programs\, the competition draw\, and more information.
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/maclean-highland-gathering-2-2/
LOCATION:Maclean Showgrounds\, 12 Cameron Street\, Maclean\, New South Wales\, 2463\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All,National,Queensland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260424T095742
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SUMMARY:2026 Australian Pipe Band Championships
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Australian Pipe Band Championships will be held at the Subiaco Oval\, Subiaco Western Australia. More information to follow.
URL:https://pipebandsaustralia.com.au/event/2026-australian-pipe-band-championships/
LOCATION:Subiaco Oval\, 304 Roberts Road\, Subiaco\, Western Australia\, 6008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
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SUMMARY:St Andrews Competition
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER YOUR BAND HERE \nRegistrations close 18th Apr 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/st-andrews-competition/
LOCATION:South Brisbane District Cricket Club\, 269 Venner Road\, Fairfield\, Queensland\, 4103\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All,Queensland
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
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SUMMARY:Queensland Pipe Band Championships   |  Queensland Scottish Festival
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER YOUR BAND HERE \nRegistrations close 10th 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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
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SUMMARY:Ipswich Competition
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER YOUR BAND 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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260709T160000
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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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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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