The date is set for the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games to raise a toast to Scotland’s favourite son at its annual Robbie Burns Night, on Jan. 26.
A Scottish tradition since the early 1800s, Robbie Burns Night is held around the world on or near Jan. 25, the date recognized as Burns’ birthday.
Burns’ significance in Scottish culture and tradition lies in his impeccable writings during the Romantic Movement, to which he was a significant contributor.
Influencing some of the most widely recognized poets and lyricists, Burns had modest beginnings as a plough man in Scotland before rising to fame with his literary style that has made him Scotland’s national poet.
Most recognized for his pieces Auld Lang Syne (the New Years song) and A Red, Red Rose, a Burns tribute is always an enjoyable evening.
The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games will recognize this time-honoured tradition with its 2013 Robbie Burns Night.
The slate of entertainment includes live music from the Fergus Pipe Band and Grand Celtic Pipe Band, plenty of Scottish entertainment, the most theatrical and passionate rendition of Burns’ Address to a Haggis, presented by John K. Campbell.
The evening will include wit and prose of the immortal Robbie Burns presented and compiled by Don Dewar.
For passionate Scots, Robbie Burns Night is a highlight annual event for all.
The evening begins at 5:30pm on Jan. 26 at the Royal Canadian Legion, 500 Blair Street in Fergus.
Tickets are $35 per person and include a Scottish dinner with an evening full of entertainment.
Order tickets online at www.fergusscottishfestival.com or by phone at 519-787-0099. Tickets are also available in person at the festival office at 1-181 St. Andrew Street East in Fergus.
