Scottish Weekender is back for 2025

Early burd tickets available through July only.

Get ready for the next Scottish Weekender 2025

Join Mary Kiani & friends for a fantastic Scottish festival gathering in the stunning Glenworth Valley/Peats Ridge. (Darkinjung country).
Now in its third year. Let's make this one bigger and better.

Bring the kids, family and friends all along for a weekend of Scottish fare, fun and flings, in this unique takeover of one of the most beautiful Central Coast scenic landscapes just 1hr and 10 mins north of Sydney by car.

Mary is planning the most delicious food from a variety of amazing Scottish cooks. From fish n chips and other battered delights on the Friday night as well as award winning Scottish chef KAREN McPHERSON (The Turnberry Hotel Ayrshire) to prepare and deliver the best ‘BURNS SUPPER’ on the Saturday night. ALL Burns supper traditions followed.
A fully charged ‘Ceilidh’ Live band featuring first class musicians (FIDDLE/ACORDIAN & GUITAR) I'll tell you more as we go along. Pipes and Drums by our friends Barry Grey and PIPES OF DISTINCTION. some vocals by Scottish Superstar, Mary Kiani.

The event will offer so many experiences over the weekend to cater to any level of excitement, so check out the offerings and see you in the Valley in January 2025 for the third Scottish Weekender!

Your three day ticket includes ALL food & entertainment. It does NOT include your own individual camping fees (that includes me to) that are to be paid and booked directly with Glenworth valley. Its a beautiful and perfect piece of land to have this gathering and if you haven't been before i'm sure you will agree.

3 day ticket includes:

FRIDAY - CHIP SHOP SUPPERS - GIANT FIREPIT - LIVE MUSIC

SATURDAY - BREAKFAST - LUNCH - TRADITIONAL BURNS SUPPER - CEILIDH - DJ

SUNDAY - HANGOVER BREAKFAST

TEAS & COFFEE

Bring your own alcohol and nibbles for your tent.

If you don't want to set up your own tent and want a bit of romance? or comfort? relaxed and stress free... then get in touch with our friend Kenny at https://simplepleasurescamping...

If you don't want to stay in a tent you are welcome to bring your campe

Scottish weekender 2025

FRIDAY - SATURDAY - SUNDAY

Friday night Chip shop

THE CHIP SHOP

CHOOSE FROM
FISH SUPPER
HAGGIS SUPPER
BLACK PUDDING SUPPER
SAUSAGE SUPPER
(VEG OPTION AVAILABLE)

VOLUNTEER TOTTIE PEELERS PLEASE

GIANT FIREPIT EVERY NIGHT

Gather round the firepit for live music and a sing a long. A great way to meet new friends.
Fire built by Big Gordie. Wood supplied by Wastewood Marrickville

SATURDAY

THE BURNS SUPPER
Following all Burns supper traditions.
Pipes & Drums by Barry Grey/Pipes of Distinction
Address the Haggis
Toast the haggis with a nip of Whisky
Address the lassies
Reple to the laddies
Songs & poetry from Robert Burns

The Ceilidh

Saturday afternoon Ceilidh practise from 3-4pm with our Ceilidh caller Don.
LIVE BAND - 'The Scottish Weekenders' FIDDLE/ACCORDIAN/GUITAR

CEILDH STARTS AFTER THE BURNS SUPPER

Sunday 'Hangover breakfast'

You'll be glad of this after the Saturday night lol

Followed by a game of rounders (WE actually havent made it to this yet...too hungover, too hot etc. Let's see if we can next year?

Camping or Glamping or bring your van?

Camping or Glamping? Or bring your van? Whatever you decide to do you MUST book your camp spot (including me) directly with Glenworth valley
Call them on tel:+61243751222 or book on their website https://glenworth.com.au/camping/

Let them now you are with The Scottish Weekender and we are in 'Boundry Paddock'

VOLUNTEERS

Help is always needed....

Musicians
Tattie peelers
Setting up and packing down
General help.

Once you buy your ticket i'll send out a google doc and you can let me know.

Scottish weekender 2023/2024 pictures

pipes and drums

Big thanks to Barry Grey from Pipes of Disticnction.

ROBER BURNS SOLO PIPING CONTEST

Calling all pipers. Contest run by NSWPBA INC

GLENWORTH VALLEY

Theres so much to do at Glenworth. You can book many activities such as horse riding, ab sailing, quad bike riding.

https://bookings.glenworth.com.au/categories

Mary Kiani

Mary Kiani, a talented Scottish vocalist, made her mark in the music scene through various avenues. Initially, she gained prominence as the lead singer for the dance music group The Time Frequency (TTF) during the early 1990s. Her captivating voice contributed to the success of TTF's hit songs. Prior to her time with TTF, Mary had a noteworthy career as a session and backing vocalist. She had the privilege of touring alongside renowned artists like Donny Osmond, John Reid, The Nightcrawlers (known for "Push the Feeling On"), Paul Young, Hue & Cry, China Crisis, and even lent her vocals to The Simpsons' Yellow Album. Notably, she even had the honor of supporting the legendary 'PRINCE' during his UK tour.

Founder of MK MUSIC & EVENT PRODUCTIONS. Mary runs many events throughout the year. A passionate Scot from Glasgow. Loves belting out 'Flower of Scotland and loves getting folk together.