payson scottish festival

The Payson Scottish Festival is a free, community sponsored event for the whole family. The events begin Friday night where there will be food and entertainment at the park. The events continue on Saturday with Highland Athletics, Bagpipe and Drum Competitions, and Highland Dancing.

Schedule of Events

The following is a tentative schedule of events for the Payson Scottish Festival. Even though the event times may change, this is a good indication of when and where the events will be taking place.

Friday Night – July 12th 2013

6:00PM Friday Night Ceilidh
Located at the Bandstand

Saturday – July 13th 2013

9:00AM Parade
Route is along Main Street
9:30AM Opening Ceremonies and Massed Bands
Located on Main Street in front of the park
8:00AM – 5:00PM Competitions
Various locations throughout the Park
9:00AM – 7:00PM Bandstand Entertainment
Located at the Bandstand
5:00PM Closing Ceremonies and Massed Bands
Located on the Athletic Field

Bagpipes and Drum Competitions

The music competitions will be held on the band field located in the southwest corner of the park. There is a small hill and bleachers that are available for the spectators.

8:00AM – 12:00PM Solo Competitions
1:00PM – 5:00PM Band Competitions

Athletic Competition

The athletic competitions will be held on the athletic field located on the east side of the park. There will be bleachers available for the spectators.

Athletic Competition Schedule

Dance Competition

The dance competitions will be held in the dance tent located on the north side of the park. Bleachers will be available for the spectators.

10:00AM – Dance Competition Begins