by Fort Edmonton Park
Monday July 7, 2014 - The Celtic Gathering is fast approaching and this year the festival is celebrating a very special milestone: its 25th anniversary. Throughout the weekend, visitors will enjoy the magnificent sounds of piping and drumming competitions and feats of strength during the popular heavy games. Programming details can be found below.
Celtic Jam
Friday July 11
7 pm
The celebrations kick off Friday night with a very special celebratory concert: Celtic Jam. This live concert features Alberta's premier pipe band Viscount Park and professional piper and snare drummer Jamie P. Troy.
Celtic Gathering
Saturday July 12 and Sunday July 13
10 am - 6 pm
Two full days of Celtic fun. From traditional Irish, Scottish and Highland performances, a Celtic Merchant market and massed band to traditional drumming and piping competitions and the spectacular heavy games. Regular admission applies.
Celtic Gathering Whisky Tastings
Saturday July 12 and Sunday July 13
12:30 pm and 2:30 pm
Sample a selection of five Glenfarclas premium whiskies. Whisky expert Dave Gordon will educate guests in this 60 minute presentation. Admission to the Celtic Gathering is included with this ticket.
Braveheart - Special Screening
Saturday July 12
7:30 pm
On Saturday night, join us for a very special screening of Braveheart at the Capitol Theatre.
Media contacts:
Teresa Ryan
Entertainment Logistics CoordinatorÂ
Fort Edmonton Park
780-496-8789
E-mail: teresa.ryan@edmonton.ca
Sandra Green
Managing Director
Fort Edmonton Park
C: 780-970-0775
780-496-8776
E-mail: sandra.green@edmonton.ca