Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games
- Dates
- Jun 18 to 19, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Ottawa County Fairgrounds
- Price
- $14 to $15
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games returns to Ottawa County Fairgrounds, Holland, MI, Jun 18 to 19, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games is a two-day celebration of Irish, Scottish, Welsh and other Celtic cultures at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds in Holland, Michigan. Launched in 2022, it pairs an Ancient Athletic Competition of Highland Games with more than a dozen Celtic bands across two stages, Irish and Scottish dancing, a live pipe and drum band, Scottish clan tents and genealogy, and Celtic food and vendors
Last time around (2026)
The fifth annual Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games ran June 26-27, 2026 at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, with Guinness as platinum sponsor and nearly 30 performances from about 15 Irish and Celtic bands, a pipe and drum band, Irish dancers and the Highland Games
The games
Heavy athletics
The Highland Games are billed as an Ancient Athletic Competition, with the heavy athletics contested Saturday morning at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds
Pipe bands & Highland dance
A live pipe and drum band plays on the green throughout, and the dance stage features Irish and Scottish dancing, including Highland dance from schools such as the McClintic School of Highland Dance
Clans & genealogy
Scottish clans set up at the festival so visitors can discover their Celtic roots and find their clan or sept, with clan societies such as Clan MacFarlane taking part alongside history and genealogy help
Taking part
The festival is heavy on live Celtic music, with more than a dozen bands across two stages on Saturday plus four bands at the Friday Irish Pub tent ceilidh, along with the Guinness Experience pours, Celtic and Scottish food, and merchandise vendors
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
Nearest airport GRR.
How do I get to Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games?
By car
Most people drive to Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games. The nearest major airport is GRR, 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.
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Where
Venue
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Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival & Highland Games?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 1
4850 Town Center Drive Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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