Celebrate 175 years of Chicago Scots! Our virtual event will be hosted on St. Andrew’s Day, November 30th. Join us as we salute our Scottish identity, honor distinguished leaders and support the vital work of Caledonia Senior Living.
The Chicago Scots are proud to partner with the British American Business Council Chicago for its Monthly Lunch Chat Network Event.
The April lunch chat will feature Gus Noble and Dawn Miller of Chicago Scots and Caledonia Senior Living.
Topic: Scotland’s Future Post-Election
Presenters:
Professor Euan Hague, Ph.D., Director of School of Public Service, DePaul University, DePaul University
Board of Governors, Chicago Scots
Professor Mark Blyth, Ph.D., Director of William R. Rhodes Center for International Economics and Finance, Brown University
Topic: Scot Forge Mission Critical for Mars and Scotland’s Race to Space
Presenters:
Jason Artner, Scot Forge
Matt Davis, Scot Forge
John Innes, Scottish Space Leadership Council
Topic: Scotland's Chances in the Euro Cup
Guest Speakers:
Jamie Smith
(Scotland, Celtic, Aberdeen, ADO Den Haag, Colorado Rapids)
Academy Director, Nashville Soccer Club
Rory Hedderly
Deputy Head of the Scottish Government USA
Murray Findlay
Director of Coaching, Chicago Edge Soccer Club
Join the Chicago Scots and our friends at the Elmhurst Brewing Company to watch Scotland's second match versus England in the 2021 EUFA Euro Cup.
Scotland’s Most Popular Show-The Highland Games Post-Pandemic
Join Chicago Scots for this special tribute to one of Scotland’s oldest and most treasured traditions as we look to the future of our beloved Highland Games.
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.
Ticket Discount. All Rotarians will receive a 15% discount on tickets. Your discount code is available through your local Rotary Club or contact Meghan Larson at meghanlarson@chicagoscots.org.
Recognizing Your Rotary Club. Every Rotary Club marching in the parade will be recognized by Club name. After you register, email your club name to Dawn Miller.
Parade kicks off at 12:30 p.m. Marchers should gather next to the Athletic Field at 12 noon with clans, families, and organizations.
Interested to Volunteer? Attend for Free. Volunteers get free admission on the day they volunteer. Time slots are 3-4 hours. See volunteer opportunities available here.
Massed Bands at 6:30 p.m. Gordon will receive the Salute to the Chieftain from the Piped Bands at 6:30 p.m. on the Heavy Athletics Field.