05/19/2026
We are proud to partner with the Pipers’ & Pipe Band Society of Ontario for the OPEN Stage at the Hamilton Highland Gathering! 🎶🏴
At YOUR HEALTH Wellness Centre, we work with many pipers, drummers, fiddlers, dancers, and musicians who put countless hours into practicing and performing. We understand the physical demands that come with carrying pipes, drumming for hours, repetitive movements, posture strain, and performance-related aches and injuries — and we love helping musicians stay strong, comfortable, and performing at their best.
That’s why we are especially excited to support this opportunity for performers to share their talent and celebrate Scottish music and culture!
🎵 Solo or groups of up to 4
⏱ 3–5 minute performances
🏆 Audience-voted winners
💰 Cash prizes up to $200
🎶 Traditional and creative Scottish-inspired performances welcome
Only 10 groups will be accepted, so don’t wait to apply!
Apply Here in the link below.
We can’t wait to cheer on all the talented performers at the Hamilton Highland Gathering! 🏴✨
🎶 Calling all pipers, drummers, fiddlers, and Scottish music lovers! 🎶
Step into the spotlight at the PPBSO Hamilton Highland Gathering OPEN Stage, presented in partnership with
YOUR HEALTH Wellness Centre
From traditional tunes to creative Scottish-inspired performances, this exciting showcase is your chance to perform in front of a lively festival crowd and celebrate the spirit of Scottish culture.
🏴 Perform solo or with up to 3 performers
⏱ 3–5 minute performances
🏆 Audience-voted winners
💰 Cash prizes up to $200
🎵 Categories include Best Performance, Most Creative, Best Traditional & Best Youth
Only 10 groups will be accepted, so don’t wait to apply!
https://www.pipebandsontario.org/post/open-stage-at-the-hamilton-highland-gathering