Reno Celtic Celebration

The Reno Celtic Celebration is an event about all things, well, Celtic. As a people, the Celts and their modern day ancestors came from what are now Scotland and Ireland, which is why the Reno Celtic Celebration features activities and events that originated in those areas, such as the highland games, spirited music, and graceful, energetic forms of dance. The Reno Celtic Celebration also includes an assortment of food and drink savored by Celts, like the stout dark ales served in today's Irish pubs.

Reno Celtic Celebration Activities

Look for lots of music, dance, and unique athletic competition at the Reno Celtic Celebration. Bag pipe bands will play throughout the weekend, along with an assortment of dance troupes and Celtic music bands. Wander the grounds to see what you will find in the way of food, drink, and vendors with a variety of Celtic themed goods.

One of my favorite parts of the Reno Celtic Celebration is the highland athletic events, or Scottish games. Where else can you see the caber toss, stone shot put, and the sheaf toss? There's a reason these are called heavy events.

For animal lovers, the Celtic Pets display will show you animals with a Celtic origin. Did you know that there are more than 60 Celtic dog breeds and two Celtic cat breeds? A shaggy Highland cow will also be there.

Location, Dates, and Tickets for the Reno Celtic Celebration

The Reno Celtic Celebration is held at Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno. The park is at the south end of Lakeside Drive. It's a straight shot from the intersection of S. McCarran Blvd. and Lakeside. For more detail, see the map to Bartley Ranch Regional Park. This is a popular event, but there is plenty of parking at Bartley Ranch. The park is a terrific venue for the Reno Celtic Celebration, with large grass areas, shade structures, an arena for the highland games, and the Hawkins Amphitheater for music and dance performances.

The 2009 Reno Celtic Celebration will be held on October 3rd and 4th. Tickets are $5 a day at the gate, with kids 12 and under free with an adult admission. Check out the Reno Celtic Celebration schedule to see what's going on and when.

More About the Reno Celtic Celebration

Get the additional information you need to enjoy the Reno Celtic Celebration from these links:

• Reno Celtic Celebration Website
• Map to Bartley ranch Park
• Hotel Information for the Reno Celtic Celebration
• Get more information at (775) 233-9954.