St. Andrew's Society of Washington, DC

Celtic vs. DC United
2024-07-20 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20024, United States

Wee Dram
2024-07-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Duke’s Grocery Navy Yard, 1201 Half St SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20003, United States
Please join the members of The Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington DC For a Wee Dram!This is a great chance to bring prospective members to informally meet society members, as well as a time to socialize and catch up with other members. Kilts or other Scottish accents or dress are strongly encouraged but not required.

Please RSVP below, if you plan to bring a prospective member please also have them RSVP using this form.

USA v. Scotland Rugby
2024-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20024, United States

Wee Dram
2024-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Hamilton DC, 600 14th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, United States

May Member Meeting
2024-05-16 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Clyde’s at Mark Center, 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, 22311, United States
We will gather beginning at 5:30pm for a Wee Dram in the Wharf Bar and the meeting will follow at 7:00pm. The selections for dinner will be from a limited menu and separate checks. Menu selections include Crab Cakes, Salmon, Filet Mignon, Roast Chicken, and a Pasta selection. During the member meeting, the report of the nominations committee will be read, an update on Tartan Ball and the winter schedule of events.

Please RSVP for the meeting to help us with seating arrangements.

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Kirkin o' the Tartans
2024-04-14 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20016, United States
The pageantry of the Highlands returns to Washington, DC, as the St. Andrew’s Society of Washington, DC marches into Washington National Cathedral for the Annual National Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans. Led by the Society Color Guard and Pipes & Drums, scores of kilted Society members will file into the grand edifice to host the National Capital Region’s Scottish-American community as they pay tribute to Scottish ancestors who struggled to gain, preserve and pass down civil liberties and religious freedoms.

The Washington Tattoo
2024-04-02 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center, 4915 Netherton Dr, Alexandria, Virginia, 22302, United States
The Washington Tattoo invites you to experience the Tartan Day Tattoo D.C. 2024 – a spectacular evening of music and dance showcasing the very best of American and Scottish cultures, presented live on stage in a public theatre for the first time in the Washington DC area!

Immerse yourself in a captivating showcase that blends traditional and contemporary music and dance, bringing together the very best global talent for a once in a lifetime experience. The beat of drums, the skirl of pipes, stirring marches, and colorful highland dancers will inspire, entertain, and leave you feeling uplifted as we celebrate Tartan Day 2024!

Don’t miss the opportunity to witness incredible and unique performers from around the world, with proceeds from the event supporting veterans, underserved communities and young people through The Washington Tattoo’s veteran mental health initiative, Rudiments to Recovery and The Washington Tattoo’s underserved youth mentorship program, Rudiments to Opportunity.

Last year’s gala was a sell-out success. Seating is limited and tickets are predicted to sell out so don’t wait to secure your chance to be part of this unforgettable, immersive experience, while supporting the mission of the Washington Tattoo – to reshape today’s conversation around mental health for active duty personnel, veterans, first responders, and families through the power of music wellness – fueled by world-class military precision and cultural excellence.

Join us on April 2nd for a bigger, more powerful, evening you will never forget!

Calcutta Cup Watch Party
2024-02-24 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub, 4150 Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join the gentlemen of the Society on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Sam Beckett’s pub in Shirlington to watch Scotland meet England for the 142nd time on the rugby pitch. The winner of this Six Nations match takes the Calcutta Cup, the oldest trophy in international test rugby.

Don’t know anything about rugby? No worries – there will be plenty of folks there to help you out over pints.

The match kicks off at 11:45, but Beckett’s opens at 8:45 for fans of the 9:15 Ireland-Wales match. The Society will have members there when doors open, so feel free to turn up at any time before the Scotland match starts and enjoy a hearty breakfast. Kilts and Scotland rugby jerseys are encouraged and have proven to be conversation starters, so this can be a great recruiting opportunity for us. We hope to see you there!

Burns Night Supper
2024-01-26 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Join us for an evening of celebration to honor the life and work of Scotland’s great poet and author, Robert Burns.

Festivities to include:

Welcome ReceptionFine Wines and WhiskiesDinner Banquet of Traditional Scottish FarePerformances of Poems and Songs with Traditional Toasts

Dress: Black Tie Optional (Military Evening Dress or Highland Garb welcomed)

Please reach out to Tim Bradley at tbradley@uschamber.com with any questions.

Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk
2023-12-02 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virginia
The Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk will take place on Saturday, December 3rd in Old Town Alexandria. We will begin the day with our traditional church service at 9 AM at the Old Presbyterian Meeting House (OPMH) followed immediately by the wreath-laying ceremony at the grave of William Hunter. The church is located at 323 S Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314. After the service and wreath-laying, we will make our way over to the parade line-up location on St. Asaph St between Wolfe and Wilkes streets. Come celebrate your Scottish heritage by walking with your Society that started it all.

The Parade will step off at 11am.

St. Andrew's Day Kirkin of the Tartan
2023-11-30 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | St. Andrew’s & St. Margaret’s Anglican Catholic Church, 402 E Monroe Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22301, United States
Kirkin of the Tartan & Evening Prayer, St. Andrew’s Day, Thursday November 30, 7:00 PM, with bagpiper (Matt Kuldell) and presentation of tartans followed by a gala reception with Scottish and other foods, Scottish beverages and a great time of fellowship and fun. Please put this on your calendar now and invite family, friends, and neighbors. The church is located at 402 E Monroe Avenue in the Del Ray section of Alexandria VA.

Tartan Ball
2023-11-04 19:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | National Press Club, 529 14th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20045, United States
Join us on November 5th, 2022 at the National Press Club for an evening of pageantry, camaraderie and celebration of our Scottish heritage.

You and your guests will enjoy:

Society’s own Color Guard Pipes & Drums & Highland DancersCocktail Reception with Scottish Single Malt WhiskeysThree-course gourmet dinner with wine pairingsSilent Auction benefiting the Washington Scots Charity and Education FundDancingOpen Bar Cocktail Hour

Cocktail Hour commences with an open bar at 7pm, with dinner served at 8pm. After dinner you can dance the night away to a live band. Dress code is Formal Highland Attire or Black Tie.

Wee Dram
2023-09-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | DACOR Bacon House, 1801 F Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
Please join us on Thursday, September 14th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm for a Wee Dram in the garden of DACOR Bacon House, a private diplomatic club in Northwest Washington, D.C, just a few blocks from the White House. This is a great chance to bring prospective members to informally meet society members, as well as a time to socialize and catch up with each other after a busy summer. Kilts or other Scottish accents or dress are strongly encouraged but not required. Light refreshments will be provided, and there will be a cash-only bar, and donations are encouraged to defray the food costs.

About the venue: An elegant 200 year-old brick mansion built in the iconic Federal style, DACOR Bacon House is an historic national treasure that serves as a living testament to America’s political, cultural, and diplomatic heritage, it is also a museum for the public that honors the nations diplomatic history and shares art and artifacts from around the world. Today, it is a center for international dialogue and understanding and opens its doors daily to the foreign affairs community in support of their important diplomatic work.

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September Member Meeting
2023-09-12 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Clyde’s at Mark Center, 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, 22311, United States

Virginia Scottish Games
2023-09-02 00:00 - 2023-09-03 23:59 (America/New_York) | Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road , The Plains, VA, 20198 , United States

Bannockburn Picnic
2023-06-24 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Ft. Ward Park, 4301 W Braddock Rd, Alexandria, Virginia, 22304, United States
The Bannockburn Picnic is officially on! The picnic will take place on Saturday, June 24th from 10AM-2PM at Ft. Ward Park.
The picnic is a family event. It is open to all Society members and their families. There is no charge to attend the picnic. If comfortable to do so, we simply want you to come out and celebrate the beginning of summer and the end of the pandemic. The Society is providing lunch; however, you are welcomed to bring any food or beverage of your choice.
RSVP: In order to ensure that we have enough food for the picnic, please RSVP at president -at- saintandrewsociety -dot- com no later than Thursday, June 22nd and let him know that you will be attending and if you will be bringing any guests.

May Dinner & Member Meeting
2023-05-10 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Clyde’s at Mark Center, 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, 22311, United States
The SAS May Member meeting will be held on May 10, 2023, at Clyde’s in the Mark Center, 1700 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria, VA. Cocktails in the Wharf Bar beginning at 5:30 pm and dinner ordering at 6:15 pm. The selections for dinner will be from a limited menu and separate checks. Menu selections include Crab Cakes, Salmon, Filet Mignon, Roast Chicken, and a Pasta selection. We are happy to be hosting two current SNP U. K. Members of Parliament from Glasgow and Inverness. Please RSVP for the meeting to help us with seating arrangements.

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National Tartan Day
2023-03-27 14:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | DACOR Bacon House, 1801 F Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
The National Capital Tartan Day Committee (NCTDC) will again be celebrating the Tartan Day Holiday in DC this year–the 25th anniversary of the passage of the Senate Standing Resolution designating April 6th of each year as National Tartan Day–to honor the many contributions of Scots, and Scottish-Americans, to the founding and subsequent development of the United States–in all fields of endeavor.

This year, both of NCTDC’s regular events--Symposium and Reception–will occur “live” and on the same day–Thursday, 6th April–and in the same location (DACOR Bacon House in downtown DC, at 19th & “F” Streets, NW, very near the White House and the World Bank Building). The Symposium (in the indoor parlor) will run from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The Reception (in the walled garden, out back) from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.

The Annual Tartan Day Award–presented each year to deserving Scottish-Americans by the Scottish Coalition, USA (TSCUSA)–will be presented jointly during the Reception to former Congressmen John Duncan (R-TN) and Mike McIntyre (D-NC), founding Co-Chairs of the Friends of Scotland Caucus in the House (2002 – 2019 for Duncan, and 2002 – 2015 for McIntyre)–for their leadership in founding and chairing the Caucus, and for sponsoring the House Tartan Day Resolution (H.R. 41), in 2005. As in years past, the award will be presented by the members of the steering committee of the five Scottish heritage organizations that together make up TSCUSA. Both Mr. Duncan and Mr. McIntyre will attend the event. The award will be presented by Camilla Hellman, President of ASF, Peter Wilson, President of SHUSA, Ken Lloyd, the new National commander of the Scottish American Military Society (SAMS), and John King Bellassai, President of COSCA–all member organizations of TSCUSA.

All current members of the House Friends of Scotland Caucus will be invited to join us for the Thursday Reception and Awards Presentation at DACOR Bacon House. Though Congress will not be in session that week, some will likely be in town.

Our lineup of speakers for the afternoon Symposium will include (1) Chris Thomson, Scottish Gov’t Counselor for North America; (2) Professor Duncan Sim of the University of the West of Scotland, who has published on the subject of the Scottish Diaspora in America; (3) the Rt. Hon. Andrew Morrison, Viscount Dunrossil, an hereditary Scottish peer long resident here in the States; (4) Donald MacLaren, Chief of Clan Laurin and Convenor of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs; (5) Professor James Ambuske from George Mason University in Fairfax, VA; (6) Keith MacGregor, North American Board Member for the Clan Gregor Society, Scotland; (7) Alexandra Duncan, Membership Secretary for the Scottish American Women’s Society of Washington, DC; and three speakers who together c will address trade policy between Scotland and the USA and related issues economic issues–(8) Ian Houston, President of the Scottish Business Network, (9) John Bleed Director of the Confederation of British Industry, (a BABA/ DC member organization), and (10) Peter Wilson, President of Great Scot International, a business entrepreneur located in NC who imports Scottish food stuffs, beverages and woolens). (Peter is also President of Scottish Heritage, USA (SHUSA) a Scottish Coalition member organization.)

Professor Duncan Sim will be focusing on the Scottish Government’s new Engagement Plan with the U.S., which he and a colleague have just revised, at the direction of ScotGov. He will also be alluding to his previously published work about the present-day Scottish Diaspora in the USA, and giving an update. Lord Dunrossil and Donald MacLaren, who are both with the governance group at the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs (SCSC), will be addressing aspects of how the various clan and family societies here in the States (of which there are approximately 120)–celebrate and display their “Scottishness.” As you know, all these clan societies have websites and pitch tents at highland games around the USA. And many Scottish clan chiefs come over as guests of honor to attend these events. Though the relations between the clan chiefs in Scotland and their clan societies in the USA (and elsewhere around the world) are generally cordial, there are some issues around authenticity about which the SCSC has expressed concerns. Dunrossil and MacLaren will also talk about the SCSC’s new “Heirs Project”–an effort to provide training and orientation to the upcoming heirs of Scottish clan and family chiefs, and to the generation of new, young chiefs now stepping into leadership roles. These will be the primary focus of their remarks. this will be a panel discussion.Keith MacGregor will be talking about the 20-year effort of the Clan Gregor Society, Scotland–founded in 1822, of which Keith is the North American Board Member–to unearth and restore a dozen intricately carved gravestones bearing images of armored medieval MacGregor chiefs, which had all lain long-forgotten and neglected in a highland cemetery for centuries. Prof. Ambuske from George Mason University has focused his research on Scots in colonial America, before and during the American Revolution. He will talk about that. Alex Duncan will bring us news from SAWS which is a relatively new (8 years old now) nonprofit membership organization open to all women in the DC Metro Area who were born in Scotland or descend from one or more Scottish immigrants to America (female or male). Ian Houston, Peter Wilson, and John Bleed will together be addressing current trade and economic issues between Scotland and the USA–including the impact of Brexit, inflation and supply chain issues, and President Biden’s newly announced “Buy American” trade policy on Scottish exports, etc. (This will be a panel discussion.)

Burns Night Dinner
2023-01-28 18:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA, 22307, United States
The Saint Andrews Society of Washington DC is hosting the 264th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns poet laureate of Scotland. This celebratory formal event includes a three-course dinner, performances by the Washington DC Pipes and Drums Scottish, dancers and traditional poetry and speeches that celebrate Burns’ remarkable life and works.

The event will be held January 28 2023 at Belle Haven Country Club 6023 Fort Hunt Road Alexandria VA. Cocktails are a hosted hour with a cash bar beginning at 6:30 pm and dinner starts at 7:30 pm. Dress is Highland Formal or Black Tie.

Member discount is EARLY30 which is a $30 per ticket. Valid until Jan 6.

Dinner & Remarks by The Rt. Hon. Henry B. McLeish
2022-10-05 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Clyde’s at Mark Center, 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, 22311, United States
Former First Minister of Scotland, the Rt. Hon. Henry B. McLeish, will be visiting our area in early October and delivering after-dinner remarks to the members of our Society and their guests.

Join us for a special dinner meeting to hear his analysis of the many issues facing Britain generally, and Scotland specifically, today–including the impact of a new King on the throne; the legal and political situation around a proposed 2nd Scottish independence referendum for later this year; a new PM, Liz Truss, now succeeding Boris Johnson and how she will be received in Scotland; soaring inflation and energy costs across Britain; the worst labor unrest and widespread strikes in 40 years; loose ends from Brexit, including trade impasse problems and the Irish border; the impact of the Ukranian war on the UK economy and on energy prices; continued cross-Channel illegal immigration headaches; the impact of the Queen’s passing on the continued viability of the Commonwealth and on the views of Scottish voters about independence; continued talk about reforming the upper house of Parliament to convert it into a chamber representing the various nations and regions making up Great Britain, etc., etc.

Since leaving political office, McLeish has become a prolific author and respected lecturer at several American universities about EU, British and Scottish politics. He has co-authored numerous books, including Wherever the Saltire Flies–a history of the world-wide phenomenon of St. Andrew’s societies (which includes a chapter on our own Society)–and Global Scots, Voices from Afar. On Scottish politics, his books include Scotland, The Growing Divide; Rethinking Our Politics – The Political and Constitutional Future of the United Kingdom; and most recently, Citizens United – Taking Back Control in Turbulent Times. He is now working on two additional books on Scotland’s future that will be published shortly.

A former member of both the UK and Scottish Parliaments, before becoming Scotland’s second First Minister in 1999, Mr. McLeish was instrumental in shepherding the Scottish Devolution Bill through the Westminster Parliament. In recent years, he served as a Privy Counselor to HM the late Queen Elizabeth. Mr. McLeish is an Honorary Member of our Society.

We will gather at Clyde’s Market Center, located at 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, VA 22311, for this event. There is amble free parking right behind the restaurant.

Cocktails at 6:30PM, dinner at 7:30PM. Cocktails to be purchased individually. Cost for the dinner is $75/person, with a choice of entrée—Chicken Breast or Pan Seared Salmon—plus a Mixed Green Salad and Flourless Chocolate Cake for Dessert.

To reserve your spot and pay in advance for the meal, simply hit the payment button, below, and pay via PayPal.

McLeish Dinner
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Burns Nicht Supper
2022-01-29 18:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Belle Haven Country Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA, 22307, United States

Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk
2021-12-04 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Old Town Alexandria

71st Annual Tartan Ball
2021-11-13 18:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Willard Intercontinenal Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
We are pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 71st Annual Tartan Ball for $250 per person. This year’s event will be held at the historic Willard Hotel on the evening of Saturday, November 13th, from 7pm until 11pm. The gala evening includes pre-dinner cocktails and reception with a single malt whiskey tasting, a three-course gourmet dinner with wine, Scottish musical and cultural performances, a silent auction, dancing and a cash bar. Cocktails begin at 7pm and dinner will be served circa 8pm — After dinner you can dance the night away to a live band. All proceeds from the silent auction benefit the Washington Scots Charity and Education Fund.

Dress: Formal Highland Attire or Black Tie. Tickets may be purchased here.

This event will adhere to the District of Columbia’s Covid-19 protocols and guidance, which are available here.

If you have any further questions about the event or your business would like to donate goods or services for our Silent Auction, please email TartanBallDC@gmail.com.

Society Member Dinner
2021-09-15 05:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Clyde’s at Mark Center, 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, 22311, United States
We will kick things off with a Wee Dram Happy Hour starting at 5:30 PM in the Wharf Bar. We will then remain in the Wharf Bar for the dinner meeting starting at 7PM. Please use the below link to purchase your tickets – the planning team requests you do so by Monday, September 13th. In Clyde’s at Mark Center, we believe we have identified a great place to hold our Members’ Meetings. In addition to great food and drink, Clyde’s offers us a great atmosphere and location. The restaurant is in Alexandria right off I-395 at 1700 N Beauregard Street. Parking is FREE! Highland daywear or jacket and tie for gentlemen is strongly encouraged. If you are in need of a tie, Society merchandise will be available for purchase.

September Member Dinner
One Person – 49 USDTwo Persons – 98 USDThree Persons – 147 USDFour Persons – 196 USD

Virginia Scottish Games & Festival
2021-09-04 00:00 - 2021-09-05 23:59 (America/New_York) | Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road , The Plains, VA, 20198 , United States

All Member Orientation
2021-03-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Virginia
The Society will host an Orientation session for all new and existing members tonight from 7-8 PM via Zoom. This session will be a great opportunity for members, both new and old, to better understand each of the events on our calendar and the various committees that support the Society. The expectation is that each member will be involved in at least one activity. Each event/committee chair will provide an overview of their area and can then answer any questions.
