Celtic nations which campaigns for the political, language, cultural and social rights, affecting one or more of the Celtic nations. Established in 1917, the Celtic Congress is a non-political organisation that seeks to promote Celtic culture and languages and to maintain intellectual contact and close cooperation between Celtic peoples. Festivals celebrating the culture of the Celtic nations include the Festival Interceltique de Lorient (Brittany), the Pan Celtic Festival (Ireland), CeltFest Cuba (Havana, Cuba), the National Celtic Festival (Portarlington, Australia), the Celtic Media Festival (showcasing film and television from the Celtic nations), and the Eisteddfod (Wales). Inter-Celtic music festivals include Celtic Connections (Glasgow),
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