The Kalamazoo Scottish
Festival Association
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Thank you for a great 2025 Festival!
Next year's festival will be on Saturday September 12th, 2026
Announcing the Kalamazoo Scottish Festival Association's
Capital Campaign to Purchase and Outfit an Enclosed Trailer!
We're growing and our equipment needs to support our festival and several others is expanding as well!
The Kalamazoo Scottish Festival Association (KSFA) is presenting this opportunity for friends of the Festival and Highland Games to support us for years to come!!!
Our Need:
A covered trailer to haul highland games implements and festival gear to the Kalamazoo Festival, Holland Festival and other brotherhood Highland Games during the Festival season, and to store the equipment in a dry and secure way over the winter months.
Our Answer:
A 22’ Enclosed Utility Trailer, that has recently been completely overhauled with new wheels, tires, braking system, and front end.
Our Goal:
Raise $4,500 to complete our purchase and outfitting of the interior, so the heavy equipment can be safely secured and balanced during travel and storage.
How can you help?
Become a KSFA sponsor specifically for this need!
Click the Donate Button below and write, "Trailer" in the memo.
SPECIAL NOTE!!
KSFA is so grateful that a Private Foundation has committed to match donations, so you will double your impact!!
Donors of $500 or more will have opportunity to work with KSFA to have name/logo displayed on the trailer.
Reach out to Kate Boeve (kateboeve@gmail.com) if you're considering a donation of $500 or more!
Help us color in the circle around the trailer and reach our goal of $4,500 by 12/20/2025!
Upcoming Events:
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Scottish Clans & Castles Tour
April 30 – May 9, 2026
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Scotland’s dramatic landscapes, ancient castles, and vibrant cultural traditions. This custom-curated tour is designed for travelers who want to connect with Scotland’s heritage while experiencing breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, and unforgettable moments.
Highlights of the Tour
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Explore the majestic Scottish Highlands with expert local guides.
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Visit legendary castles, including Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Fyvie Castle, Drum Castle and Glamis Castle and hidden gems off the beaten path.
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Cruise on Loch Ness and hear the tales of Scotland’s most famous legend.
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Walk the cobbled streets of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and soak in centuries of history.
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Experience authentic Scottish traditions—music, food, and storytelling.
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Sheepdog demonstration, Culloden Battlefield, Isle of Skye, Highland Cows, Whisky distillery visit
Tour Details
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Dates: April 30 – May 9, 2026
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Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
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Price: $3,745 per person
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Deposit: $250 secures your spot
Seats are limited—reserve early to guarantee your place on this unforgettable adventure!
Why Travel With Us?
This is more than just a vacation—it’s a cultural journey and a way to give back to the Kalamazoo Scottish Festival. Guided by experts and thoughtfully planned, you’ll have time to explore, relax, and truly immerse yourself in the spirit of Scotland. Whether you have Scottish roots or simply love the romance of castles and clans, this tour is designed to inspire. Each seat booked, provides a donation to the Kalamazoo Scottish Festival to support their efforts in bringing a fun, free event to the community.
Ready to Join?
Don’t wait—this group is filling quickly!
Or contact LouAnn Schafer for more details.
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Phone: 269-944-8547
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'A Hundred Thousand Welcomes to Kalamazoo!'
Home of the annual Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games!
Kalamazoo Scottish Festival Association
The Kalamazoo Scottish Festival, a 501(c)(3) organization, is supported by the Michigan Art and Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
We are dedicated to preserving Scottish history and culture in the Kalamazoo area. We also work with a number of Michigan Scottish Organizations and the Council of Scottish Clans and Associations (COSCA).
Our main event is our Annual Festival, held in Kindleberger Park (Parchment, MI). The date for next year's festival is September 12th, 2026. This free, family friendly event has been a staple of Kalamazoo for 30+ Years - in fact, this year (2025) marks the 33rd year! You can meet the clans, hear the pipes roar, learn more about your Scottish roots, and have a grand time. Admission is FREE!
We also have several other family friendly events throughout the year, so please check back here and on our social media often for updates!
