Mid-Maryland Celtic Festival
- Dates
- 2026
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Mount Airy Fire Department Carnival Grounds
- Price
- $15 to $20
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Mid-Maryland Celtic Festival comes to Mount Airy, MD, 2026. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Mid-Maryland Celtic Festival is a one-day celebration of Scottish and Irish heritage held at the fire company carnival grounds in Mount Airy, Maryland. Formerly the Frederick Celtic Festival, it brings together Highland Games athletes tossing cabers and throwing heavy weights, regional pipe bands, Scottish and Irish dancing, free genealogy services, and Celtic food, crafts and music
What people love
Visitors describe good food and music and notably friendly people at the small-town festival
Last time around (2025)
The 2025 festival returned to the Mount Airy carnival grounds at 1003 Twin Arch Road with Highland games, Scottish and Irish dance, rugby demonstrations, sheep herding, and vendors selling traditional Scottish foods
The games
Heavy athletics
The festival features kilted professional and amateur Highland Games athletes competing in events such as the caber toss and heavy weight throws
Pipe bands & Highland dance
Regional piping groups perform and join together during the day, alongside Scottish country dancers and Irish dancers
Clans & genealogy
The festival offers free genealogy services for visitors researching Scottish and Irish family history
Taking part
Beyond the games, the day includes rugby demonstrations, sheep herding, craft and food vendors, and Celtic and Celtic rock music across multiple stages
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 Mid-Maryland Celtic Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Mid-Maryland 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.
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Where
Map shows the centre of Mount Airy. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Mount Airy Fire Department Carnival Grounds
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Mid-Maryland 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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