Celtic Connections In February 2004, Celtic Connections was presented with The Good Tradition Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in recognition of its exceptional contribution to traditional music and culture. The festival also recently picked up a Nordoff Robbins Tartan Clef Award. In its 13th year (2006), over 100,000 people filled 10 venues seeing hundreds of artists brought to Glasgow from every part of the globe. In 2008, Celtic Connections celebrated its 15th birthday, with festival attendances reaching 120,000 and events taking place across 14 venues throughout Glasgow over 19 days. Celtic Connections brings in visitors from throughout the world
Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival added a 5K to their off-site events. The race starts and ends on festival grounds, and the route runs through Olcott. Contestants are encouraged to dress in costume. From 2014-2016, the race was a part of the now defunct Dimino Lower Niagara Running Series. The Kid’s Corner features free activities, games, entertainment and crafts. There are storytellers, face painting, children’s maze, a craft tent and mini-highland games practice area. The festival includes hands-on displays, craft demonstrations, pony rides, and various animal displays. Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival The Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games (also known as Niagara Celtic) is