A Message From Our President

Welcome to The Scottish Society of Wilmington

The Scottish Society of Wilmington (SSOW) is a cornerstone of Scottish cultural heritage throughout the Lower Cape Fear region, with a mission to advance Scottish culture and history. Annual activities include a Robert Burns Night Celebration, Wilmington Bagpipe Festival (co-sponsored with UNC-W), Commemoration of the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge, Cèilidhs in the Spring and Fall, Kirkin' o' the Tartans, and St. Andrew’s Day, along with participation in various Highland Games and the Wilmington St. Patrick's Day Parade. The SSOW welcomes anyone with a sincere interest in all things Scottish to join its ranks!

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Multiple Dates
SSOW Monthly Board Meeting
Wed, Jan 08
Zoom Meeting
Jan 08, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Zoom Meeting
Jan 08, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Zoom Meeting
All SSOW Board meetings are open to the membership and are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm via Zoom, unless otherwise announced.
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Membership Offer
32nd Annual Burns Supper
Sat, Jan 25
Hotel Ballast
Jan 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hotel Ballast, 301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Jan 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hotel Ballast, 301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Join us and share in the tradition of a Burns Supper as we honor Scotland’s National Bard. Enjoy Burns' poems and music, toasts and the Address to the Haggis as we come together again for The Scottish Society of Wilmington's 32nd Annual Robert Burns Supper!
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Bagpipe Festival 2025
Sun, Feb 16
UNCW Cultural Arts Building
Feb 16, 2025, 2:00 PM
UNCW Cultural Arts Building, 5270 Randall Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Feb 16, 2025, 2:00 PM
UNCW Cultural Arts Building, 5270 Randall Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Join us for the Fourth Annual Bagpipe Festival, produced by the UNC-W Music Department, with assistance from The Scottish Society of Wilmington.
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Commemoration of the Battle of Moore's Creek 2025
Sat, Feb 22
Moore's Creek National Battlefield Park
Feb 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 23, 2025, 3:00 PM
Moore's Creek National Battlefield Park, 40 Patriots Hall Dr, Currie, NC 28435, USA
Feb 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 23, 2025, 3:00 PM
Moore's Creek National Battlefield Park, 40 Patriots Hall Dr, Currie, NC 28435, USA
Join the SSOW as we participate in the 249th Anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge. We will have an information table and serve lunch to the volunteers.
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St Patrick's Day Parade 2025
Sat, Mar 15
Downtown Wilmington
Mar 15, 2025, 9:00 AM
Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC, USA
Mar 15, 2025, 9:00 AM
Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC, USA
The SSOW marches to support our Celtic cousins! Join us as we parade our tartans and kilts!
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Fourth Annual Port City Highland Games
Sat, May 31
Wilmington
May 31, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wilmington, 3600 Randall Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28403
May 31, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wilmington, 3600 Randall Parkway, Wilmington, NC 28403
Join us for the Fourth Annual Highland Games in the Lower Cape Fear! The event is benefiting the paw4vets foundation and will feature professional athletes, clan tents, vendors, food trucks, music, Highland dancing, sheep dog demonstrations, car show, and more!
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Spring Cèilidh 2025
Date and time is TBD
Location is TBD
Date and time is TBD
Location is TBD
Date and time is TBD
Location is TBD
A Scottish cèilidh (pronounced kay-lee) is a traditional social gathering or dance event that originated in Scotland (and Ireland). Cèilidhs are known for their lively and inclusive atmosphere, featuring traditional Celtic music, dancing, and socializing.
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