Latest Events in Otago(November Updated)

This year we are very excited to put on the best Celtic Music Festival ever! We are back at Highlander Park. We encourage our loyal supporters and new friends to come out and experience what true Celtic fun looks like. What a line-up we have this year: ***Based in the Eastern US, Celtic duo Jesse and Kevin are an unprecedented combination of world-class talent in Scottish and Irish traditional music. Jesse Ofgang's expertise and years of intense training on the great highland pipes, border pipes and uilleann pipes are the perfect compliment to Kevin Elam's enchanting ballads and inventive accompaniment on the guitar, bouzouki and harmonium. ***Mec Lir, well-known for their tight, lightning-fast playing and huge sound, fusing Celtic trad with unapologetically electro synths and drums – yet all the while with the fiddle melody at the forefront – the Isle of Man/Glasgow band have brought their infectiously joyous energy to stages in many corners of the folk sphere. ***The Devils Brigade. Drawing favourable comparisons to Wolfstone, Afro Celt Sound System, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra and consistently providing performances from Grade 1 bagpipers and other world class musicians this high-energy Canadian/American group has electrified audiences on three continents for years. ***Plus of course our own local bands and Pipe Bands and wonderful Isle of Sky Dancers. This is promising to be one of the best Celtic Festivals ever!! The Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization that raises money to support the Scottish Arts programs in Dunedin. These include Highland Dancing, Middle School and High School Pipe Band programs, and of course the City of Dunedin Pipe Band. Supporting our education programs is more important than ever and your donations will go a long way. There has been a lot of challenges in the past couple of years, but our support of the Celtic Arts is unwavering. At the same time, if you may be in a position to help beyond your ticket price, please consider making a donation to the Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation. We are a non-profit organization where every penny we make goes back into the Scottish Arts community in our area. We hope to see many of you at our Celtic Festival Music Festival, on Saturday, November 22, 2025 and at our Highland Games on April 11th 2026 next year. Thank you for your continued friendship and support. Earlybird tickets $20 Children 12 and under free. Proof of age required. Our Bands! Jesse & Kevin Mec Lir The Devils Brigade Information Source: Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation | eventbrite

The Home Team, Arrows in Action, and Makari are set to electrify New Haven with an unforgettable performance at Toad's Place on November 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Nestled in the heart of New Haven at 300 York St, this iconic venue will host an evening brimming with musical prowess and captivating energy. With tickets priced at $64, attendees will experience a dynamic blend of genres, as The Home Team's pop-punk anthems, Arrows in Action's alternative rock vibes, and Makari's progressive soundscapes come together under one roof. This event promises to be a highlight in New Haven's cultural calendar, drawing music enthusiasts from near and far. As the anticipation builds, the collaboration of these talented bands ensures a night that resonates with both new listeners and long-time fans.

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Get ready to embark on a powerful journey through the legendary anthems of Scotland’s most iconic band with The Runrig Experience as they launch their brand-new Die for the Clan tour! This electrifying tribute show captures the heart, soul, and passion of Runrig’s timeless music, delivering an unforgettable evening of soaring melodies, heartfelt ballads, and foot-stomping Celtic-rock energy. From the anthemic “Loch Lomond” to the evocative “Hearts of Olden Glory,” every song is performed with the same spirit and authenticity that made Runrig legends of Scottish music. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering the magic of Runrig for the first time, The Runrig Experience will transport you straight to the Highlands with their stunning musicianship and powerful stage presence. Join us as we celebrate the legacy, the music, and the spirit of Scotland – book your tickets now for the Die for the Clan tour and experience the magic live! Information Source: Beat The Drum | The Runrig Experience | eventbrite

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Come Away is a retreat for both women and men. Intentionally small with room for up to eight participants, this retreat is designed to enable you to find sacred space for rest and reflection, renewal and restoration. You will be guided into silence over 4 days and 3 nights. Invited to experience the still, small voice of God loving you. Two private spiritual direction sessions are included. Cathy will be facilitating this journey of deep, profound silence. A word from Cathy…..’my first silent retreat was 23 years ago…It was a gift I wasn’t sure I wanted. Someone paid for me to go and so I went. I was tentative. Unsure. Not used to this degree of stillness and silence and there was a degree of fear and apprehension. What happened for me during those 3 days became some of the most profound treasure I am still gleaning from today. To open myself up to the Presence of Love in such vulnerable stillness was life-changing and has fueled my passion in leading retreats for the past 16 years as I want to share this experience with others. Date : Nov. 20 - 23, 2025 Times : 6:00 pm Thursday eve to 12:00, noon on Sunday Cost : $475 + GST. This includes retreat facilitation, Eventbrite fees, and dinners on Friday and Saturday night. Please note that this does not include the accommodation and some meals . Retreatants will need to provide their own breakfasts, lunches and snacks. Each of the rooms at the Mark Centre has the small fridge, coffee maker, kettle, and a few kitchen utensils. Once you have booked and paid for the retreat, you can Contact the Mark Centre (www.markcentre.org) to pay for your accommodation. The Mark Centre is offering a pay-what-you-can plan. More information on payment is made available when you connect with the Mark Centre. Refunds: A ll retreat bookings are final with $100 of the fees being non-refundable due to our costs and the nature of our planning. As well, no refunds will be available after November 1 , 2025. We truly appreciate your understanding and commitment, and we’re excited to welcome you to this Soul Care® Retreat. We hope it will be a rich, and transformative experience!". Read more about Soul Care Retreats here. Cathy looks forward to welcoming you to a time a rich soul care. Information Source: Cathy AJ Hardy and Soul Care | eventbrite

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