SEPT. 23 to 25 - 35th ANNIVERSARY

Celtic Cultural Alliance’s free Celtic Classic 35th anniversary event will be held from Sept. 23 through 25 in downtown historic Bethlehem around the Conestoga, Spring, Main and Lehigh streets areas.

There are five stages of continuous entertainment featuring international, national and regional artists; Celtic Classic Invitational Pipe Band Competition; US National Highland Athletic Championships; “Showing of the Tartan” Parade; haggis and fiddle competitions; Celtic merchandise and collectibles and a cultural children’s activity area.

For information, schedules, directions, volunteer opportunities: log on to www.celticfest.org/important-celtic-classic-information/; visit on Twitter (@CelticClassic); and friend the event on Facebook (facebook.com/CelticClassic).

CELTIC KING AND QUEEN

Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival king and queen candidates are being sought. Each candidate will pledge to raise $1500 (or more) for the support of the Celtic Cultural Alliance. There will be both a king and a queen chosen from 10 candidates selected to participate. For more information, visit https://www.celticfest.org/the-royal-celtic-campaign/

SHORTBREAD CONTEST

Scottish shortbread contest, sponsored by King Arthur Flour, (use of and proof of purchase needed for entry), for amateur bakers (all ages) Sept. 24. No entry fee. Entries will be scored on taste, overall appearance, creativity and texture. For registration (by Sept. 5) and other information, visit www.celticfest.org/shortbread-baking-contest or, for general information, visit www.celticfest.org.

POETRY CONTEST

CCA annual Celtic Poetry Contest for three catgegories: third through sixth grades; seventh through 12th grades and adults. Original poems reflecting Celtic culture, arts, history or literature. Personal anecdotes of family memories or of travelling experiences are encouraged. There are three categories: grades three to six, seven through 12 and adult. Entries must be received by Sept. 17.

Awards will be presented at noon on the Heritage Stage on Sept. 25. Winners and honorable mentions will be given the opportunity to read their poem or have it read for them.

For more information, visit https://www.celticfest.org/celtic-poetry-contest/

PET REMINDER

Celtic Fest advises no animals except animals that are specifically trained to aid a disabled person defined under the American Disabilities Act, others should be kept at home. Noise, crowds and hot pavements might be too much for them. Visit https://www.celticfest.org/ for more information.

ACCESIBILITY

The Celtic Classic grounds are wheelchair-accessible. Due to the large size and natural terrain, it can be difficult to navigate the grounds with a wheelchair. You must have a state-issued placard to park in the limited street handicapped reserved parking spaces. Handicapped parking is available on Conestoga and Lehigh streets. For more information, visit www.celticfest.org/2021-celtic-classic-festival-information/

FESTIVAL MAP

Visit www.celticfest.org/2021-celtic-classic-map/ (it is correct for 2022).

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