Celtic music, caroling, ceilidh dancing, sword-fighting, historic Guiser's play, mythical creatures, folklore, trivia, pass the parcel, Lord of Misrule game (called Abbot of Unreason in Scotland), divination, piping, seasonal snacks & cider, fanfare & ribbons, costume & more awaits the intrepid reveler!
for 1 - 92 yrs (and beyond)

The 3rd Annual Twelfth Night Celebration!

Celebrate with the Chivalrous Crickets and Friends as we bid farewell to Christmastide and welcome the new year in our traditional wacky and wild style. 

This year we're exploring the customs and quirks of Hogmanay! 

For centuries after the Reformation, Scottish Parliament banned the observance of Christmas. But the call to Midwinter revelry runs deep in the blood of northern people. From the lowlands to the islands, the Scots simply transferred their ancient Yuletide practices to the New Year. No one knows where the word Hogmanay came from, but today its unique traditions are still honored in huge gatherings rivaling modern Christmas itself. 

We blend modern Hogmanay with ancient Scottish Yule, as well as our standard fare Celtic antics and songs, to bring you a special gathering of holiday merrymaking, mischief and spiritual connection. 

• Celtic Music from the Crickets & Piping Processional

• Caroling & Ceilidh Dancing

• old Scots "Guising" Play with sword-fighting & the works!

• mysterious customs from the Borderlands to the Shetlands

• Trivia with Steven Bost

• Pass the Parcel (kid's game)

• Lord of Misrule Lot (called the Abbot of Unreason in Scotland)

• Poems & Lore

• Gaelic Drinking Songs

• LOBBY FUN including cider and sweets, crafting and "Divination Station" with Seer Beth! (divination is a beloved New Year's folk custom throughout Scotland, traditionally using flame, smoke, water, dice, cards, bones and more to catch a glimpse of one's future)

Don't miss this unique chance to step back in time, connect to heritage, have FUN and experience the deep history and weird wisdom of Christmas in Celtic lands.