Upcoming Competitions
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Eastern United States Pipe Band Association (EUSPBA)
- Salado Games and Highland Gathering- (Salado, TX) November 8-10 This is a Highland games with Piping, Band, and Dancing.
- Pocono Workshop (King of Prussia, PA) – November 15-17, 2024. This event includes workshops with renowned piping and drumming instructors, followed by an instructor recital and a ceilidh.
- Balmoral Classic (Pittsburgh, PA) – November 17-19, 2024. A major solo competition for young pipers and drummers, featuring a weekend of high-level competition and performance.
- Southern Branch Indoor Games (Raleigh, NC) – December 7, 2024. This indoor event features solo competitions in both piping and drumming categories.
Midwest Pipe Band Association (MWPBA)
- Milwaukee Scottish Fest (Milwaukee, WI) – November 30, 2024. Features piping and drumming solo competitions along with traditional Scottish athletic events.
- St. Louis Indoor (St. Louis, MO) – December 14, 2024. Offers both solo and band competitions, attracting participants from across the Midwest.
British Columbia Pipers’ Association (BCPA)
- BC Indoor Gathering (Vancouver, BC) – November 25, 2024. This event is popular for solo and small-band competitions indoors, providing a focused environment for musicians.
- Annual Knockout Events (Various, BC) – November 2024. A series of qualifying rounds leading up to the 2025 championships.
Western United States Pipe Band Association (WUSPBA)
- Las Vegas Highland Games (Las Vegas, NV) – December 6-7, 2024. Held in a festival setting with piping and drumming competitions alongside athletic events and cultural showcases.
Arizona Scottish Gathering (Phoenix, AZ) – December 14, 2024. Solo and band competitions will be held as part of a wider Scottish cultural celebration.