Carroll County Celtic Festival
- Dates
- Expected June 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Carroll County Agriculture Center
- Price
- $20 to $30
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Carroll County Celtic Festival comes to Westminster, MD, Expected June 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Carroll County Celtic Festival is a two-day celebration of Celtic life at the Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster, Maryland, blending a Scottish Highland Games with a broad Celtic and Irish program. Highland athletes throw heavy events and Stones of Strength while clan tents, sheep herding, falconry, highland cows, whisky tastings, a Gaelic Language Village, and Scottish and Irish dancers fill the indoor halls and tented grounds
Last time around (2026)
The 2026 festival, its fourth annual, was held June 13 and 14 at the Carroll County Agriculture Center, with Highland athletics, Irish and Scottish music and dance, clan tents, sheep herding and whisky tastings across the weekend
The games
Heavy athletics
Highland athletes compete in heavy events and Stones of Strength throughout both days
Clans & genealogy
The festival hosts clan tents and Celtic clans and societies, including the Clan Donnachaidh Society of the Mid-Atlantic, alongside historic presentations
Taking part
Beyond the athletics, the festival offers sheep herding demonstrations, falconry, highland cows, whisky tastings, a Gaelic Language Village, dance performances, children's activities, living history, and a separately ticketed Sword Experience with Adrian Paul
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
Nearest airport BWI.
How do I get to Carroll County Celtic Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Carroll County Celtic Festival. The nearest major airport is BWI, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Cost Free.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Map shows the centre of Westminster. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Carroll County Agriculture Center
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Carroll County Celtic Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 3
1741 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, MD 21090
Link coming soon1739 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, MD 21090
Link coming soon1743 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, MD 21090
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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