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Arizona Highland Celtic Festival

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Take a look at our Photo Contest and Photo Gallery from the Festival!
2004 Photo Contest | Photo Album

~ The Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society Appreciates Our Volunteers ~

The Board of Directors of NACHS is grateful for the dedicated, hardworking, and enthusiastic volunteers who are involved with all aspects of our festival.

Without YOU, this festival simply would not happen. Thank you.

If YOU would like to enrich your life by volunteering we have all manner of jobs that need to be done from July 17 through July 23. Please call our volunteer hotline to discuss opportunities and times. 928-853-9499.

15th Annual ARIZONA HIGHLAND CELTIC FESTIVAL
July 21 and 22, 2012

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Please mark your calendars and check back occasionally for information about the 15th annual Arizona Highland Celtic Festival - July 21 & 22, 2012!

2012 Flyer (Click here to view and print)
2012 Program for Saturday - coming soon
2012 Program for Sunday - coming soon

Foxglenn Park
4200 East Butler Avenue
Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tickets are available at the gate.

Adults: 1-day: $15; 2-days: $22
Children 3-12 years: 1-day: $4; 2-days: $6

Presale tickets available after April 1st until June 1st at reduced prices at:

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Festival Tickets

Other Exciting Celtic Activities!

At our Jim Thomson School of Piping & Drumming and our Grand Canyon Celtic Arts Academy we have world class instructors! Please join us for the following lectures and performance.

More information coming soon

 Even MORE Celtic Activities!!!

For more chances to enjoy some Celtic fun join us for the following …

Friday Night 7/20
  • FREE Concert, Heritage Square at 6pm
  • Single Malt Whisky Tasting…7:30ish (fee charged; must be over 21), Uptown Billiards, 114 North Leroux

Saturday Night 7/21

  • Single Malt Whisky Tasting at 7pm, (must be over 21)
  • Celtic Ceilidh at 8pm…cover charge $5, Both events will happen at the Weatherford Hotel, 23 N. Leroux St., Flagstaff

Sunday Morning 7/22

  • CELTIC MILE…a fun run or walk on the FUTS (Flagstaff Urban Trail System). The cost is $3.00 and the benefit is YOU! Not only will you be doing something good for yourself but the first 200 folks who register you will receive a PEPSI t-shirt and a beverage. Plus, all the proceeds from the walk will be used for future family events when the Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society partners with the City of Flagstaff! Sign up in the south field between 9am and 11am!!!

PLEASE NOTE: The average temperature for mid-July in Flagstaff is about 80 degrees.

EVENTS

ENTERTAINMENT

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The Wicked Tinkers

LAST MINUTE ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM NOTE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Alex Beaton will not be able visit us in Flagstaff this year. Alex's entertainment slots will be covered by the Clachan Boys.

COMPETITIONS

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  • Bagpipe (Band and Solo)
  • Highland Dance
  • Scottish Athletics
  • Tug o' War


CELTIC KIDS CORNER

  • Check out our infamous OATMEAL TOSS. Oopy goopy and loads of fun!
  • Explore the world of Celtic wee folk fun!

DISPLAYS and EDUCATION

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  • Celtic Geology Exhibit
  • Celtic Societies
  • NEW - Genology Research Tent
  • NACHS Celtic Education Tent
  • Plants of the Celtic Regions
  • Scottish Clans
  • Spirits of the Celtic Regions


REENACTMENTS

  • The Highland Rogues


WORKSHOPS

  • Celtic music
  • Storyteling
  • Whisky Tasting
  • and something special, Celtic Labyrinths


Please check back here often, as we will update as new information becomes available.

Last updated: February 7, 2012

Please note: NO PETS (except assistance dogs) WILL BE ALLOWED ONTO THE PARK GROUNDS.
Pet owners may consider using the services of:

Canyon Pet Resort
1802 West Kristy Lane, #300
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Telephone: 928.214.9324 or visit www.canyonpetresort.com

Please note: NO ALCOHOL may be brought onto park grounds. This rule will be strictly enforced. Beer, wine, and spirits will be sold at the event.

 
Directions:
   
Foxglenn Park is located at 4200 East Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, AZ 86004. We suggest using map programs such as MapQuest, Google, or Yahoo, to create your own specific directions.

Accommodations:

AT EACH OF OUR HOST HOTELS, PLEASE BE SURE TO ASK FOR THE "SPECIAL CELTIC FESTIVAL RATE".

Rate per Night

Property

Details

$83.00

Days Inn (formerly Travelodge)
2200 East Butler Avenue
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Telephone: 928.779.6944

Sleeps up to four people
Pets are okay, at additional charge
Reserve before July 1

$99.00

 

Fairfield Inn by Marriott
2005 S. Milton Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Telephone: 928.773.1300

Sleeps up to four people
Continental breakfast
Reserve before July 1

$110.00

Holiday Inn Express
2320 East Lucky Lane
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Telephone 928.714.1000

Sleeps up to four people
Continental breakfast
Reserve before July 1

$129.00 Little America Hotel
2515 E. Butler Ave.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Telephone 928.779.7900

Nestled in ponderosa pines, outdoor heated pool and hot tub.
Reserve before June 21

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