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At the Fairgrounds
Sat-Sun
Note: Description is from 2009:
Scottish Highland Gathering and Games, presented by the Caledonian Club of San Francisco! Only in Pleasanton can the term, "The Big One" be realized. As one of the world's largest Celtic gatherings, the event on Saturday and Sunday, September 5 and 6, is one of the Greater Bay Area's best entertainment values for the entire family. Shop and compare! So much to do and see at an admission price far below its value!
The haunting bagpipes and drums are magnified by more than 25 pipe bands
from the U.S. and Canada, all competing for top recognition, and, all
providing a unique experience in the "Massed Bands" held each afternoon as
part of the spectacular closing program in front of the main grandstands.
More than 750 bagpipers and drummers, augmented by the always popular U.S.
Marine Band, San Diego and their spectacular marching and show tunes.
Olympic class athletes throwing a 130-pound, 22 foot log into the air with
precise strength and agility, propelling the "caber" end-for-end to attempt
a perfect score. These same athletes from the U.S. and England using their
skills in seven other disciplines of strength, including the World
Championship for the Scottish Hammer.
Highland dancing competition and Scottish country dancing exhibitions to
the sound of bagpipe and fiddle, plus Celtic harpers and
fiddlers, all part of the weekend activities.
Entertainment - the Games are the epitome of Celtic music - from the classical troubadours singing Celtic tunes, to the accompaniment of their guitar. Melodic musical groups will present a multitude of vocal styles, to the feverish amplified pitch of rock-and-roll, Celtic style - All of this on eight stages with more than a dozen acts throughout the fairgrounds.
Mary Queen of Scots and her Royal entourage holding court and strolling the fairgrounds in 1562.
The Roman Legion, invaders of Scotland centuries ago, and the Vikings who followed, practicing combat and brushing up on their skills to face the famous Highland Warriors who make their presence known with their leader Chief Diarmid. Moving forward to the 1800's and the Gordon Highlanders in their dazzling kilts and red coat uniforms, firing upon the enemy with their Martini-Henry rifles and the rapid pounding sound of the Gatling Gun. -All of this, a part of Living History at the Scottish Gathering and Games. Perhaps you have a bit of Scottish heritage within your veins. Check it out among nearly one-hundred clans represented in their colorful clan tents.
Five-A-Side soccer brings teams from California and Nevada to compete
each afternoon. This year the Games had added rugby and shinty on a new
playing field. Three games of Rugby and two of Shinty, Scotland's oldest
team sport will compete.
The Children's Glen games, prizes and face-painting are a treat for the
little tykes. They, along with their parents, will be enthralled by the
Birds of Prey, exhibiting falcons, owls and other raptors.
The Clydesdale wagon team and the Highland Cattle are must-see.
British Motor Car Cavalcade
For the adults, "Taste of Whisky at the Games" is an opportunity, at a
modest price, to experience top single malts and blended whiskies, and
attend a whisky seminar to learn about Scotland's famed spirits. A new
addition is the Red Lion Pub, where one can purchase a variety of imported
ales and beers and enjoy ethnic foods. There are more than one-hundred
vendors within five buildings, plus Scottish/British and standard
fairgrounds food. The old adage, "something for everyone" stands true and
tall at the 144th Scottish Highland Gathering and Games - and, you don't
have to be Scottish to enjoy this captivating experience.
Sponsor: Caledonian Club
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 9am to 6pm. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: Info from 2010
Advanced Sale: Adult 1-day $15.00 /2-day $22.00;
1 day Youth 13-17, Seniors 65+
& Handicapped $10.00.
Advanced Grand Stand Seating: Box Seat per day: $10;
Reserved Seat per day: $5; Bench Seat per Day (not assigned seat): $5.
Parking: $8. 12 & under are free.
Tickets also available on the day of the games. $18 for a
one-day adult and $27 for an adult 2-day ticket. Seniors 65+, youth 8-16 and
handicapped are $12. 123 & under 8 and military with active duty ID are free.
Check web sites below for any updates.
More info:
Caledonian Club or
Fairgrounds web site
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Sunday to Monday
See Our Harvest Wine Celebration page
31st Annual Harvest Wine Celebration showcases historic Livermore Valley Wine Country during the peak of Harvest Season! With over 40 wineries sharing their wines, hospitality and offering a unique experience, it makes for a memorable weekend for wine enthusiasts and friends. In celebration of the Harvest, the wineries are open on Sunday & Monday of Labor Day Weekend to ticket holders only.
On Sunday, complimentary shuttle buses take guests to over 40 wineries, where guests will enjoy: wine tasting, music, food and art vendors, wine discounts, and more. Guests can also choose to drive themselves.
On Monday, guests can enjoy a more intimate day at the wineries as each winery will offer wine tasting and unique activities like winemaker discussions, bottle your own wines, barrel tastings, and more. There are no complimentary shuttles on Monday.
Location: Local Wineries and Robertson Park.
Times: noon to 5pm
Admission:
Sunday Only Ticket $45 advance / $50 day of event
(includes: winery entrance, wine tasting, glass, shuttle service,
entertainment, and wine discounts)
Monday Only Ticket $40 advance / $45 day of event
(includes: winery entrance, wine tasting, glass, winery activities, and wine
discounts)
2-Day Ticket $55 advance/ $65 day of event (good for both days)
Non-Drinking Ticket $10 (good for both days) This is an adult event. Children are discouraged to attend. Pets are not allowed.
Tickets are available at: Participating
wineries, www.LVwine.org,
First Street Wine Company in Livermore, The Wine Steward in Pleasanton, Bay
Area Safeway Stores
More info:
Livermore Valley Winegrowers
Association or Call 925-447-WINE (9463) for more information.
Wednesday
Join us downtown as we continue to enjoy another downtown Pleasanton 1st Wednesday Street Party.
Shop, dine and stroll your way through downtown Pleasanton. Visit our unique shops and restaurants and hit the middle of Main Street and the additional wide variety of businesses and community organizations who will have booths set up market their products and services as well as provide information.
Stop in at our Beer and Wine Garden where you'll be able to enjoy beer and wines from our local Livermore Valley Wine Country.
Main Street will be closed from Del Valle Parkway to Bernal Avenue from
4:30 to 10 p.m.
Location: Round Table Pizza Parking Lot, 530 Main Street, Pleasanton.
Times: 6-9PM
Admission: Free
More info:
Pleasanton
Downtown Association
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