Burns Night, officially a tribute to Scotland's legendary poet Robert Burns, is an annual celebration of all things Scottish. All over the world, Scots and honorary Scots alike raise drams to the master wordsmith. In New York City, fans should make reservations at the city's most popular Scottish restaurant, St. Andrews on West 46th Street.
On January 28, several other Burns Night celebrations will take place around the country (even in Hawaii!). Here are just a few, courtesy of ScottishBanner.com...
Mt. Airy, NC - Robert Burns Supper
The Scottish Heritage Society of the Blue Ridge will hold its seventh annual Burns Supper program in the Trio Restaurant, Main Oak Emporium at 247 City Hall St. The event will start at 6 PM. Info: [email protected].
Camp Hill, PA - Burns Dinner
At Radisson Penn-Harris, in addition to the traditional Burn’s dinner activities, such as Ode To A Haggis procession and celebration, the featured entertainment is Scottish and Celtic folk artist Charlie Zahm. Info: [email protected].
Reno, NV - 31st Annual Robert Burns Celebration
Presented by the Nevada Society of Scottish Clans at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, with entertainment, whisky tasting, raffle, and Scottish vendors. Info: http://nvssc.org.
Cordova, TN - Burns Supper
The Memphis Scottish Society's celebration at the Woodland Hills Ballroom. Entertainment will be provided by Andy Cohen & Larkin Bryant at Woodland Hills Ballroom. Info: http://memphisscots.com/Events/BurnsNicht.html
Honolulu, HI - Caledonian Society Of Hawaii Burns Night
Celebrate the life and work of Scotland's poet laureate at the Oahu Country Club in Nu'uanu Valley. Info: 1-808-591-9398
La Cañada, CA - The Saint Andrew’s Society of Los Angeles Burns Supper
At La Cañada Thursday Club. Info: 818-886-4968 or [email protected].