Chicago Scots hosts the only Scottish golf tournament in Chicagoland and this year, every golfer who attends, can wear a kilt with our compliments. We are turning up the tartan to benefit Chicago Scots charity – Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care.
New this year—Chicago Scots will provide kilts for free to any golfer who wants to wear one. Whether you’re a seasoned Scot or a first-time kilt-wearer, we’ve got you covered—literally! You will be fitted by head of the Thistle and Heather Highland Dancers Nancy Strolle, who manages Chicago Scots wardrobe of tartan kilts. With hundreds to pick from we will have a good selection at the outing Tuesday, Sept. 23. Give yourself extra time at check in to be fitted for a kilt to get you through the tournament.
- Best Dressed Individual Player will win a bottle of Premium Whisky
- Best Dressed Foursome will win a bottle of Premium Whisky for every player
- 10% discount for any Tartan order from the ScotlandShop
We are proud to partner with the ScotlandShop, Duns, Scotland on Chicago Scots tartan needs. They are purveyors of the Illinois Saint Andrew Society Tartan adopted in 2012 by the State of Illinois. If you are a resident of Illinois you DO have a tartan, even if you are not Scottish by birth or heritage. You have ours!
Here’s a Style Guide for Tartan on the Greens
The fairway is your runway. We can’t wait to see what you wear.
Read more from the ScotlandShop on what to wear on on the links.
More Than Just a Game
The Kilted Classic isn’t just about golf or great outfits—it’s about giving back. Proceeds support the work of Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care, where we provide outstanding care rooted in dignity, community, and Scottish values.
With hole competitions staffed by our Caledonia team, whisky prizes on every hole, Chicago Scots trivia, food stations across the course and our famed “Beat the Scot” challenge, the event offers something for everyone. The day wraps with an award dinner & Highland dance performances—a celebration as bold as the tartans you’ll wear.
Register today and don’t forget—your kilt is on us.
Every year at our Scottish Festival & Highland Games, the Chicago Scots feature a family or an organization as our Honored Clan. This year, to recognize and celebrate its’ strong Scottish roots, our Honored Clan is Rotary International. We are proud to announce that Rotary International’s Scottish President, Gordon McInally has agreed to lead our Parade of Tartans at 12:30 p.m. Gordon will also receive the Salute to the Chieftain from the Massed Pipe Bands at approximately 6.30pm on Saturday, June 15, 2024.