Highland Games & Celtic festival
Aberdeen, SD

Northeast South Dakota Celtic Faire & Games

ExpectedExpected September 2027
Photo: The Conmunity - Pop Culture Geek from Los Angeles, CA, USA, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
Dates
Expected September 2027
Status
Expected
Venue
Richmond Lake
Price
$10
Camping
None on site
Last checked
Oct 16, 2026

Northeast South Dakota Celtic Faire & Games comes to Richmond Lake, Aberdeen, SD, Expected September 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.

The experience

What's special

The Northeast South Dakota Celtic Faire and Games is a family-friendly celebration of Scottish and Irish heritage held at Richmond Lake near Aberdeen. Run by a local nonprofit on the third weekend of September, it pairs Highland Games with pipe and drum bands, dancers, more than twenty live bands, Scottish and Irish vendors and food, and a Celtic Dog Show

Last time around (2022)

A recent edition filled the Richmond Lake Youth Camp with pipe and drum bands, dancers, Highland Games and Celtic music, drawing visitors from across the Midwest and Canada

The games

Heavy athletics

Highland Games are part of the weekend's program at Richmond Lake

Pipe bands & Highland dance

Pipe and drum bands perform, including regional groups such as the Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band and the South Dakota District of Pipes and Drums, alongside dancers

Taking part

The weekend features Scottish and Irish vendors, food, more than twenty live bands, dancers, and a Celtic Dog Show

See it before you go

A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.

Getting there

Nearest airport ABR.

How do I get to Northeast South Dakota Celtic Faire & Games?

By car

Most people drive to Northeast South Dakota Celtic Faire & Games. The nearest major airport is ABR, 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.

🚙 Car hire

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If you are hiring a car, it is worth checking parking near the venue before you go.

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Where

Map shows the centre of Aberdeen. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.

Venue

Richmond Lake

Camping & Accommodation

Where can I stay near Northeast South Dakota Celtic Faire & Games?

No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.

Airport hotels 2
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aberdeen
✈️ Near airport

3310 7th Avenue Southeast, Aberdeen, SD 57401

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Hampton Aberdeen
✈️ Near airport

3216 7th Avenue Southeast, Aberdeen, SD 57401

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Pricing

Most recent pricing
$10 per person
A guide only. Prices change, so confirm the current price on the official ticket page before you buy.

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