Tattoo and Concert
A ceilidh like no other! A memorable evening of tradition and entertainment you will not want to miss!
6:30pm - Pre-Tattoo Warmup with the Glengarry Massed Fiddlers
7:00pm - Tattoo starts
2026 Lineup
Rum Ragged
JUNO Award nominees Rum Ragged bring a bold, exhilarating sound to the Tattoo stage—rooted in the folk traditions of Newfoundland and delivered with a fresh, contemporary edge. Armed with bouzouki, fiddle, bodhrán, banjo, guitar, and button accordion, this powerhouse group blends honest swagger, striking vocal harmonies, and masterful musicianship with storytelling that is thoughtful, humorous, and deeply authentic. Celebrated for unforgettable live performances and acclaimed recordings, Rum Ragged are not your runofthemill folk band—they are the genuine article, and a perfect fit for one of the Glengarry Highland Games’ most iconic evenings.
Stewarts Glen
Stewarts Glen brings Glengarry’s Celtic spirit to life with driving rhythms, familiar melodies, and the kind of energy that pulls a crowd in from the very first note. Led by Celtic veteran Paddy Kelly and joined by Noel Campbell, Alastair Love, and Danny Leroux, the group blends stirring ballads with upbeat Celtic and Canadian favourites, powered by accordion, piano, fiddle, guitar, bass, and rich vocals. Rooted in tradition yet alive with momentum, Stewarts Glen delivers music meant to be shared, songs to tap your feet to, sing along with, and remember.
The RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers
The RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers, National Capital Region brings the unmistakable sight and sound of Canada’s iconic red serge to the GlengarryHighland Games Tattoo. Combining powerful pipe music, disciplined drumming, and expressive Highland dance, this distinguished ensemble delivers a performance rooted in ceremonial pride and Celtic tradition.
Based in the National Capital Region, the band performs regularly at community, cultural, and ceremonial events, showcasing a tradition that blends Scottish musical roots with Canadian identity. With appearances at tattoos and festivals in Canada and abroad, their participation in the Tattoo adds a strong sense of form and spectacle, contributing to the international character that defines the Glengarry Highland Games.
Solstice
Solstice brings a spark of Montreal to the Tattoo stage, delivering music that crackles with precision, passion, and joy. Blending Irish and Scottish traditions with the sounds of Atlantic Canada, this dynamic trio weaves fiddle, flutes, whistles, guitar, and strong vocals into a sound that is both rooted and adventurous. Featuring Patrick Lesyk, Kate Bevan Baker, and Dave Gossage, Solstice is celebrated for explosive live performances that move effortlessly from driving dance tunes to haunting melodies. With decades of combined experience, their music feels vibrant, polished, and alive—Celtic tradition reimagined with lift, fire, and unmistakable flair.
The MacCulloch Dancers
The MacCulloch Dancers are Glengarry in motion—a living tradition passed from one generation to the next for more than 65 years. Rooted in the heart of Glengarry County, this iconic group showcases the strength, grace, and precision of Scottish Highland and Traditional Step Dance through dynamic choreography and timeless form. From the powerful Highland Fling to the elegance of the Sword Dance, and lively step work set to driving reels, the MacCulloch Dancers embody the rhythm, pride, and enduring spirit of Glengarry—an unforgettable centrepiece of the Tattoo evening.
Massed Bands
The Soundtrack of the Highlands
Experience the raw power and passion of the Glengarry Highland Games Tattoo Massed Bands. With pipes skirling and drums thundering in perfect unison, this electrifying night performance showcases the strength, precision, and pageantry of massed pipe bands in a truly unforgettable Highland spectacle.
Massed Highland Fling
A Living Circle of Tradition
Encircling the infield, dancers move as one—each step shaped by years of dedication and generations of tradition. Driven by the sound of the pipes and the pulse of the drums, the Tattoo Massed Highland Fling is more than a performance; it is a powerful expression of Scottish heritage, skill, and shared spirit.
Fireworks – The Final Spark of the Evening
End the night on a high note as the Tattoo gives way to an explosive fireworks finale. A dazzling display of colour, rhythm, and light fills the sky—an unforgettable sendoff to a night celebrating Scottish tradition, community, and spectacle.