THE countdown begins for one of Australia’s most unique and immersive cultural events, the 2026 Australian Celtic Festival at the Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes, from April 30 to May 3 next year.
Glen Innes Severn Council has announce applications are now open for traders, performers, and clans and societies wanting to be part of next year’s celebration of Celtic culture, heritage and community.
Each year, the festival attracts thousands of visitors to the Glen Innes Highlands for a weekend of vibrant music, dance, traditional and contemporary Celtic arts, and immersive historical experiences.
Glen Innes Severn mayor Margot Davis said, with a theme celebrating the rich traditions of Scotland, the 2026 event promises to be bigger and more diverse than ever.
“With the Australian Standing Stones now officially gazetted by the Geographical Names Board of NSW, the 2026 Australian Celtic Festival offers a unique opportunity to celebrate our Celtic heritage on a site long cherished by locals and visitors,” Cr Davis said.
Jacaranda Highland Dancers will feature at the 2026 Australian Celtic Festival.
“The Year of Scotland will bring music, dance, history and community together, highlighting Glen Innes as the heart of Celtic culture in Australia,” Cr Davis said.
Opportunities now open
Traders: Showcase and sell artisan goods, food, drink, Celtic-themed merchandise, and more.
Performers: From high-energy Celtic bands to solo musicians, dancers, storytellers, and re-enactment groups, children activities all are welcome to apply.
Clans and Societies: Share your history, connect with your kin, and represent your heritage at one of Australia’s most celebrated Celtic gatherings.
Applications are open via Australian Celtic Festival 2026.
For more information, contact Council on (02) 6730 2400 or email events@gisc.nsw.gov.au.
