Question 1

Main Stage

Accepted Answer

Celtic bands of different genres light up the Main Stage from 12:00 PM, including the Moreton Celtic Fiddle Club, The Stowaways, The Black Bear Duo, Limerick and the Barleyshakes.  You will also experience the Calling of the Clans, Address to the Haggis, Fashions on the Field and the Scoil Ard Rince Irish Dancers.  Take a seat in the large grandstand and enjoy the highs and lows as you traverse the music of the Celtic nations.   
12:00 PM 	MORETON CELTIC FIDDLE CLUB 
A group of energetic and talented Celtic musicians who meet monthly to play and learn Celtic and Bluegrass tunes. Lead by Musical Director Melinda Coles, enjoy the traditional Celtic music of the Moreton Celtic Fiddle Club. 
 12:30 PM	OPENING CEREMONY 
The Gathering welcomes you for 2022, including a Calling of the Clans, Address to the Haggis and Outlander dance performance by StarTroupers Dance Crew. 
  1:00 PM 	FASHIONS ON THE FIELD 
What better way to remind yourself that you are at the brilliant IpswichTurf Club than by getting involved in fashions on the field! Get dressed head to toe in your finest Celtic attire to win best dressed in either adult, kids or dog categories. Presented and judged by the Queensland Rose ofTralee. 
 1:30 PM		SCOIL ARD RINCE IRISH DANCERS 
One of Queensland’s largest Irish dancing schools, enjoy this toe tapping performance from Scoil Ard Rince before they return to perform with the Barleyshakes. 
 2:00 PM 		THE STOWAWAYS 
An eclectic trio with roots in Celtic, East European, British and American folk influences. As well as a broad traditional repertoire, the group perform original tunes based on their diverse influences. 
 3:00 PM		BLACK BEAR DUO 
Spirits soar and feet fly when Iain Mckenzie and Emma Nixon join forces to play fabulous Scottish music. 
 4:00 PM 		LIMERICK 
Limerick bring together highly talented and entertaining musicians who have a ‘Reel’ passion for high-energy music. Joined by The Shamrock Dancers they put on a show that will get your blood flowing, performing a line-up of toe tapping, beer stomping, sing a long, Celtic rock, traditional tunes, originals and modern crowd pleasers. 
 5:00 PM 		BARLEYSHAKES WITH DANCERS 
Intense energy, beautiful harmony, and irresistible dance rhythms are responsible for their longevity, since their inception in Dublin in 1995.The Shakes are winners of the Queensland Music Award for World music, while two members contributed to the Lord of the Rings motion picture soundtrack.

Question 2

Pipe Band Arena

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Enjoy concert style performances from Pipe Bands throughout the day. See the bands up close, request your favourite tune, and speak to the musicians after their performance.

12:00 PM	Amberley Pipes and Drums  1:00 PM		Queensland Irish Association  2:00 PM		Warwick Thistle  
3:00 PM 		NSW Highlanders 4:00 PM 		City of Ipswich

The arena will also see some of the re-enactment village showcase their talents.

Question 3

Dancing Stage

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Immerse yourself in the many Celtic dancing styles, including Highland, Irish, Scottish Country and even Belly Dancing! Come along to the sessions to learn about the dances and have a go yourself!      
11:30 AM	Irish Dancing Demonstration 
12:00 PM	Highland Dancing Demonstration 
1:00 PM		Irish Dancing Workshop 
2:00 PM		Highland Dancing Workshop 
3:00 PM 		Belly Dancing Demonstration 
4:00 PM		Practice for the Twilight Ceilidh with Scottish Country Dancers 
5:00 PM 		Highland Dancing Demonstration 
  
6:00 PM Join with bagpipes and the Clans to parade in our Lantern Lighting Ceremony   6:30  - 8:30 PM
Come twilight, Black Bear Duo join with Donald Mackay for an evening of Ceilidh dancing. Enjoy all of your favourite dances, including the crowd favourite Strip the Willow.

Question 4

Highland Games

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Watch as the elite Highland Games strong men and women get warmed up with a range of Celtic sports. Then, have a go yourself at the famous Caber Toss. Are you strong enough?  On Saturday and Sunday the strong men and women from Highland Muscle will compete in the following Celtic sports:   Light weight for distance Light stone put Heavy weight for distance Heavy stone put Light hammer throw Heavy hammer throw Weight for height Cabers   Events will run across three divisions - Open Men’s, Masters Men’s and Women’s -  with the top three placings in each division awarded.  Only on Saturday the Highland Games arena will also feature a novice event (open to the public) with three sports only.    Light weight for distance Light stone put Beginners Caber   Competitor numbers are limited to 15, on a first in basis. Register on the day at the Highland Games area.

Question 5

Discovery Centre

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Discover lost Celtic arts and culture, with various instruments, dancing, and workshops throughout the day.  12:00 PM 	IPSWICH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY (IGS) 
Family history research begins at home and it does not cost a fortune. Presented by lrma Deas, President of IGS and Kathy Boggan, Secretary of IGS - learn where to begin to discover your heritage. 
 1:00 PM		LEARN: KILT MAKING 
Discover the intricacies of kilt making, from selecting your tartan to measuring correctly and making the pleats perfect.Presented byTouch ofTartan. 
 2:00 PM 		THE JACOBITE REBELLION 
Discover the period of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion.The Jacobite army brought with it not only highlanders and lowlanders, but other nationalities who were loyal to the Stewart cause. Afterwards,explore the encampment ofAnT-ArmAlbannacht. 
 3:00 PM 		LEARN: BODHRAN 
Donald Mackay welcomes people of all ages to learn how to start playing rhythms on this versatile Celtic drum.  
4:00 PM 		LEARN: ACCORDION 
Learn the basics of this important instrument in IrishTraditional Music. 
 5:00 PM 		ACCORDION & CELTIC FIDDLE 
See the accordion and Celtic fiddle come together for some Celtic tunes.

Question 6

Museum

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Discover lost Celtic arts and culture, with various instrument workshops throughout the day. 
12:00 PM 	LEARN: SCOTTISH DRUMMING 
Learn the basics of percussion to launch your journey as a pipe band snare or tenor drummer.  
1:00 PM		LEARN: BAGPIPES 
Learn the bagpipe scale to see if you have what it takes to become a bagpipe master. 
 4:00 PM 		LEARN: CELTIC FIDDLE 
Learn Scottish techniques and tunes from Golden Fiddle Award winner, Emma Nixon. All levels welcome.

Question 7

Buskers Stage

Accepted Answer

Enjoy the sweet Celtic sounds of a range of performers featuring on the Busking Stage across the weekend.  11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Rob and Jo
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Rebecca Wright & Donald Mackay  1:00 PM - 2:00 PM		Rob and Jo
 Rob and Jo: share a passion for Celtic music and together they delight audiences with their wit, unique style and beautiful harmonies.  
Rebecca Wright & Donald McKay: their music has been likened to that of a good Scotch whisky: delightfully smooth, full of character and highly addictive. Look out for Donald at the Bodhran workshop in the Discovery Centre and him calling at theTwilight Ceilidh on Saturday night   Open mic sessions from 2 PM - 5 PM on Saturday Always wanted to perform for a large audience? Here is your chance! Register on the blackboard on the day for a timeslot to perform your Celtic music and arts. Feel free to put the hat out in true busker style. All ages and talents welcome.

Question 8

Lantern Making Workshops & Lantern Lighting Ceremony

Accepted Answer

Attending The Gathering on the Saturday?  Then you are eligible to participate in a hands-on workshop to create a Celtic inspired lantern for The Gathering's early evening Lantern Lighting Ceremony on Saturday night.  Lantern Making sessions are 30mins and all tuition and materials are supplied for the $10 workshop fee. Workshops are suitable for ages 10+ or slightly younger children if supported by an adult during the lantern making process.  Participants will be asked to return at 5.45 PM to then participate in the Lantern Lighting Ceremony to ignite the Twilight Ceilidh!
 Then you get to take your lantern home!  Why a Lantern Parade?  In Celtic lore, the in between times such as in between seasons, or in between night and day, like twilight, are times and places where the boundary between this world and the Otherworld is thinned.  This means the Aos Si (the 'spirits' or 'fairies') and the souls of the dead and other creatures from the Otherworld could more easily come into our world. These creatures can lure people back into the Otherworld.  So to have a Ceilidh at The Gathering at twilight, is potentially a dangerous time.  So we start the Ceilidh with a lantern parade to keep the souls of the dead and the Aos Si at bay so no one is taken from the Ceilidh.   This is extra important, as The Gathering is held so close to the Gaelic festival of Beltane, a time of change between seasons. To protect themselves the Celts would light bonfires and lanterns, make sacrifices and offerings of food and drink, especially at Beltane.  On the night of The Gathering, we will light lanterns and make an offering of haggis & whiskey to keep the spirits at bay from the Twilight Ceilidh!  Purchase tickets for the Lantern Making Workshop here.
 Please Note: Workshop participants and any accompanying family members must also hold a valid Saturday festival ticket to gain entry into The Gathering.

Question 9

Session Bar

Accepted Answer

A session is a casual and sometimes impromptu gathering of musicians who have come together to play traditional music.  
Traditionally sessions would take place in the kitchen of a local family’s house. House dances were commonplace, with the musicians gathered pumping out tunes for the set dancers. These homes became known as céilí houses and were typically the homes of large musical families, with other musicians frequently coming and going. Tunes were plentiful and the craic was definitely mighty.  
The Gathering brings grassroots Celtic music to our Session Bar. Sing by the bar located in the Main Grandstand, near the Discovery Centre and join in a jam session run by Alan Kelly on Saturday and David De Santi on Sunday with members from bands such asThe Stowaways and The Barleyshakes.  
The sessions run each day from 1 PM - 3 PM.

Question 10

Around the Grounds

Accepted Answer

There is so much more going on around the grounds at The Gathering.    Across the weekend visit the re-enactment camps and have a chat with the Tyrs Warriors, An T’arm Albannach (Scottish Army), Prima Spada, or Queensland Living History Federation WWI Group.   Re-enactments include:.

12:30 PM 	Tyr’s Warriors - Group Battle - Historic Medieval Battle Arena  1:00 PM	 	An T’arm Albannach - Black Powder Musket Firing - Near Race Track & Pipe Band Arena 1:00 PM		Prima Spada -  Formal Display, Beginners Course - Re-enactment Area 2:00 PM 		Tyr’s Warriors - Group Battle - Historic Medieval Battle Arena  3:00 PM 		Prima Spada -  Formal Display, Beginners Course - Re-enactment Area 4:00 PM		An T’arm Albannach - Combat Display - Re-enactment Area
 Make sure you see the vintage cars, Celtic dog breeds, market stalls, and try some of the traditional foods on offer. Meet fellow members of your Clan at their stalls, and pat some cute Highland Coo's.    Groups represented around the grounds at The Gathering include:  Tyr’s Warriors: a Toowoomba based sports team that trains in armoured medieval combat doing unscripted fights between members with full contact.  
Prima Spada: school of historical swordplay including rapier and the Renaissance sidesword with companion weapons, two-handed sword and smallsword.  
An T’arm Albannach: re-enacts the period of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion with a static camp showcasing the people and culture of the period as well as specialising in highland army culture, dress and weaponry.   Queensland Living History Federation WWI Group: presents a Scottish WW1 military encampment.   Irish Wolfhound Club of Queensland: the king of the hounds has a history that stretches back beyond the time of the Celts. Pat these giants in the display area.  
Queensland Mini Car Club: displaying historic British Mini cars for fans of the mighty mini.  
Belswagger Morris: are Brisbane's number one traditional Cotswold Morris dancing team. Sticks clashing, hankies waving, bells ringing; Belswagger brings the timeless Morris tradition to all and sundry.  
The Rising Phoenix Tribal Belly Dancers: originating with ancient Celtic influences, join in with these passionate and joyful dances.  
Rivertree Farm: bringing you the cutest highland cows for you to pat and cuddle all weekend long.

Question 11

Twilight Ceilidh

Accepted Answer

Don’t leave just yet!   Head to the Dance Stage from 6.30 pm - 8.30 PM where the Black Bear Duo of Iain Mckenzie and Emma Nixon join with legendary dance caller Donald Mackay for aTwilight Ceilidh so you can dance the night away under the stars.  
Join in with all your favourite Ceilidh dances from the Gay Gordons and Dashing White Sergeants, through to the crowd favourite Strip the Willow.

Question 12

Main Stage

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Celtic bands and choirs of different genres light up the Main stage from 10.00 AM, including Ishka, QLD Youth Folk Orchestra, Cambrian Choir, Limerick, Valhalore and the The Stowaways.  You will also experience the Chieftains Welcome, Calling of the Clans, Address to the Haggis and Fashions on the Field.  Take a seat in the large grandstand and enjoy the highs and lows as you traverse the music of the Celtic nations.   
10:00 AM 	ISHKA 
Featuring bagpipes, guitar, bass, fiddle, flute, whistle, concertina, mandolin and drums (bodhrán and percussion instruments), adopting various music styles inspired by the folk traditions of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and world music genres. 
 11:00 AM	QUEENSLAND YOUTH FOLK ORCHESTRA 
A gathering of young folk musicians and singers (13-30yrs) from across Queensland perform traditional and contemporary folk songs and tunes from Australia and beyond. 
 11:30 AM 	LIMERICK 
Limerick bring together highly talented and entertaining musicians who have a ‘Reel’ passion for high energy music.They put on a show that will get your blood flowing, performing a line-up of toe tapping, beer stomping, sing a long, Celtic rock, traditional tunes, originals and modern crowd pleasers. 
 12:30 PM	OPENING CEREMONY 
The Gathering welcomes you for 2022, including a Calling of the Clans, Address to the Haggis and Outlander dance performance by StarTroupers Dance Crew. 
 1:00 PM 		FASHION ON THE FIELD 
What better way to remind yourself that you are at the brilliant IpswichTurf Club than by getting involved in fashions on the field! Get dressed head to toe in your finest Celtic attire to win best dressed in either adult, kids or dog categories. Presented and judged by the Queensland Rose ofTralee.  
1:30 PM		BLACKSTONE-IPSWICH CAMBRIAN CHOIR 
Be delighted with passionate and inspiring performances of some of the best of the world’s choral music repertoire, while indulging in Welsh song. 
  2:00 PM		THE STOWAWAYS 
This eclectic trio are back with their Celtic, East European, British and American folk influences. 
 3:00 PM		VALHALORE 
Majesty. Power. Epic. Folk.  Carving their way through the Australian metal scene like a Viking longship through tempestuous seas is Brisbane’s Epic Folk Metal powerhouse,V alhalore! At The Gathering they are doing an Acoustic Celtic Folk set with haunting melodic passages, crushing riffs, and heartfelt lyrical journeys, Valhalore awakens a sense of majesty within all who hear them. Experience a new side to Celtic music. 
 4:00 PM 		MASSED PIPE BANDS 
Witness the biggest spectacle normally reserved for the Royal Edinburgh MilitaryTattoo, as 360 pipers and drummers join together to play on the track.

Question 13

Pipe Band Arena - Queensland Pipe Band Championships

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Pipe Bands from around Australia will converge on The Gathering to compete in the Queensland Pipe Band Championships. Playing in traditional styles in front of elite judges, these pipe bands mean business as they vie to become Queensland's best pipe band, and win the Ipswich Caledonian Society Cup!   The bands will come together at the end of the day to transport you to Edinburgh Castle for a Massed Pipes and Drums, featuring up to 300 bagpipers and drummers playing your favourite tunes!  Nov Juv B Marches 09:00 AM	SCOTS PGC College  09:06 AM	Knox Grammar School - 2 09:12 AM	Brisbane Boys' College - 2 09:18 AM	Brisbane Boys' College - 3  Nov Juv B/4B Medley 09:27 AM	Brisbane Boys' College - 2 09:33 AM	SCOTS PGC College  09:39 AM	Knox Grammar School - 2  Nov Juv A Marches	 09:52 AM	Brisbane Boys' College - Number 1 10:00 AM	SCOTS PGC College  10:08 AM	Knox Grammar School #1  4A MSR 10:20 AM	NSW Highlanders 10:29 AM	Brisbane Boys' College - 1 10:38 AM	BBC Old Collegians  10:47 AM	Queensland Irish Association  10:56 AM	Knox Grammar School - 1 11:05 AM	Toowoomba Caledonian  11:14 AM	Fraser Coast Highlanders  4A Medley 11:26 AM	NSW Highlanders 11:35 AM	Brisbane Boys' College - 1 11:44 AM	BBC Old Collegians  11:53 AM	Queensland Irish Association  12:02 PM	Knox Grammar School - 1 12:11 PM	Toowoomba Caledonian  12:20 PM	Fraser Coast Highlanders  12:30 – 1:25 PM	LUNCH BREAK  Drum Majors	 1:00 PM		Duty Band Brisbane Boys' College - 1  4B Marches 1:25 PM		City of Ipswich  1:33 PM		Knox Grammar School - 2 1:41 PM		Brisbane Boys' College - 2  Grade 3 MSR 1:50 PM		City of Ipswich  2:00 PM		Murrumba  Grade 2 MSR 2:10 PM		Emmanuel College Highlanders  2:20 PM		St Andrew's   Grade 3 Medley 2:35 PM		City of Ipswich  2:45 PM		Murrumba   Grade 2 Medley 3:00 PM		Emmanuel College Highlanders  3:10 PM		St Andrew's   1:00 PM 		Drum Majors dress inspection and flourishing  4:00 PM		Massed Pipe Bands Performance

Question 14

Dancing Stage - OzScot Highland Dancing Championships

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OzScot Highland Dancing hosts a competive showcase of Highland Dancing talent. Boys and girls of all ages will compete in front of judges across a range of dances throughout the day in an authentic Highland Dancing competition.  Commencing at 10.00 AM. Dances include:   Highland Fling  Sword Dance  Primary - 16 Pas De Basque  Barracks Johnnie  Scottish Lilt  Blue Bonnets  Special Highland Fling  Seann Triubhas  Primary - Pas de Basque and High Cuts  Highland Laddie  Flora Macdonald  Village Maid  HIGHLAND DANCING BY OZSCOT AUSTRALIA: formed by Cheryl Roach OAM, Ozscot dancers are a highly acclaimed international dance team showcasing the mastery of highland dance.   IRISH DANCING BY WATKINS ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE: led by Sheryl Watkins, featuring champion Irish dancers showcasing the rhythmic complexity of Irish dancing with stylish footwork tapping out addictive rhythms.

Question 15

Australian Highland Games Masters

Accepted Answer

Some of Australia's strongest men and women are in town and they are here to prove that they are the biggest and best. They are the Masters of Highland Games, the best in Australia.    On Saturday and Sunday the strong men and women from Highland Muscle will compete in the following Celtic sports:   Light weight for distance Light stone put Heavy weight for distance Heavy stone put Light hammer throw Heavy hammer throw Weight for height Caber Toss   Events will run across three divisions - Men’s, Masters and Women’s - with the top three placings in each division awarded.

Question 16

Ceilidh Centre

Accepted Answer

Don't forget your dancing shoes! Traditional Ceilidh dancing will get your feet going during the day at our Ceilidh Centre. Our dance caller will make sure you know every step.   Don't have a partner? Not to worry - Ceilidh dances have you swapping partners and dancing in groups, so it's a great opportunity to meet new people and get your Celtic blood flowing.   You can also learn about some of the main instruments used by Ceilidh bands. 
10:00 AM	CELTIC WOMEN IN HISTORY 
Scathach, Black Agnes – Lady Agnes Randolph and Grace O’Malley present on Celtic Women in History. Delivered in period costume in persona.  
11:00 AM	ISHKA CEILIDH - SCOTTISH DANCES 
Ceilidh band Ishka are joined by the Braw Scots folk dance group and dance caller Heather Clarke for a traditional Scottish Ceilidh dance session. 
 12:00 PM	LEARN: HIGHLAND DANCING 
Start from the basics and learn if you have what it takes to dance a fling like a Highland Dancer. Presented by McCollough Highland Dance Studio of Ipswich. 
 1:00 PM		LEARN: CELTIC FIDDLE 
Learn Scottish techniques and tunes from Golden Fiddle Award winner, Emma Nixon. All levels welcome. 
 2:00 PM 		ISHKA CEILIDH - IRISH DANCES 
Ishka, meaning water in Irish Gaelic, will guide you through traditional Celtic dance enjoyed for centuries. Lead by country dancing expert Heather Clarke as she calls the steps so anyone can join in.  
3:00 PM 		LEARN: BELLY DANCING 
The Rising PhoenixTribal Belly Dancers will explore the techniques to dance this exquisite style.

Question 17

Discovery Centre

Accepted Answer

Discover a world of lost arts, culture and heritage at our Discovery Centre. From geaneology to kilt making - you can discover your heritage at The Gathering. 
10:00 AM 	IPSWICH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 
Family history research begins at home and it does not cost a fortune. Presented by lrma Deas, President of IGS and Kathy Boggan, Secretary of IGS - learn where to begin to discover your heritage.  
11:00 AM	LEARN: SMALLPIPES 
Cousin of the Great Highland Bagpipe, the Scottish smallpipes are perfect for an intimate setting. Learn how they work and enjoy some traditional tunes.  
12:00 PM	LEARN: CELTIC HARP 
Discover the history of the Harp, the Celtic spiritual link to the Harp, and the many Harp types and styles.  
1:00 PM		LEARN: KILT MAKING 
Discover the intricacies of kilt making, from selecting your tartan to measuring correctly and making the pleats perfect.Presented byTouch ofTartan. 
 2:00 PM 		THE JACOBITE REBELLION 
Discover the period of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion.The Jacobite army brought with it not only highlanders and lowlanders, but other nationalities who were loyal to the Stewart cause.Afterwards,explore the encampment ofAnT-ArmAlbannacht. 
 3:00 PM 		LEARN: BODHRAN 
Donald Mackay welcomes people of all ages to learn how to start playing rhythms on this versatile Celtic drum.

Question 18

Buskers Stage

Accepted Answer

Enjoy the sweet Celtic sounds of a range of performers featuring on the Busking Stage across the weekend.  9:30 AM - 10:30 PM	Rob and Jo 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM	Queensland Small Pipers 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Celtic Harp with Raven Lamont
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Rebecca Wright & Donald Mackay  2:00 PM - 3:00 PM		Rob and Jo 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM		Queensland Small Pipers
 Rob and Jo: share a passion for Celtic music and together they delight audiences with their wit, unique style and beautiful harmonies.  
Rebecca Wright & Donald McKay: their music has been likened to that of a good Scotch whisky: delightfully smooth, full of character and highly addictive. Look out for Donald at the Bodhran workshop in the Discovery Centre and him calling at theTwilight Ceilidh on Saturday night   Queensland Small Pipers: they play bellow blown pipes such as Scottish Small Pipes and Northumbrian Pipes. They have a workshop in the Discovery Centre 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Sunday).  
Raven Lamont: she sings and plays her beautiful High Headed Irish Harp. Raven’s love of Celtic and Medieval songs makes her a natural storyteller. Raven is also doing a workshop in the Discovery Centre 12:00 PM (Sunday).   Open mic sessions from 1:00 PM - 1.30 PM and 3.30 PM - 4:00 PM on Sunday Always wanted to perform for a large audience? Here is your chance! Register on the blackboard on the day for a timeslot to perform your Celtic music and arts. Feel free to put the hat out in true busker style. All ages and talents welcome.

Question 19

Around the Grounds

Accepted Answer

There is so much more going on around the grounds at The Gathering.    Across the weekend visit the re-enactment camps and have a chat with the Tyrs Warriors, An T’arm Albannach (Scottish Army), Prima Spada, or Queensland Living History Federation WWI Group.   Re-enactments include:. 
 10:00 AM	An T’arm Albannach - Combat Display - Re-enactment Area
10:30 AM 	Tyr’s Warriors - Group Battle - Historic Medieval Battle Arena  11:00 AM	Prima Spada -  Formal Display, Beginners Course - Re-enactment Area 1:00 PM	 	An T’arm Albannach - Black Powder Musket Firing - Near Race Track & Pipe Band Arena 2:30 PM 		Tyr’s Warriors - Group Battle - Historic Medieval Battle Arena  3:00 PM 		Prima Spada -  Formal Display, Beginners Course - Re-enactment Area 
 Make sure you see the vintage cars, Celtic dog breeds, market stalls, and try some of the traditional foods on offer. Meet fellow members of your Clan at their stalls, and pat some cute Highland Coo's.    Groups represented around the grounds at The Gathering include:  Tyr’s Warriors: a Toowoomba based sports team that trains in armoured medieval combat doing unscripted fights between members with full contact.  
Prima Spada: school of historical swordplay including rapier and the Renaissance sidesword with companion weapons, two-handed sword and smallsword.  
An T’arm Albannach: re-enacts the period of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion with a static camp showcasing the people and culture of the period as well as specialising in highland army culture, dress and weaponry.   Queensland Living History Federation WWI Group: presents a Scottish WW1 military encampment.   Irish Wolfhound Club of Queensland: the king of the hounds has a history that stretches back beyond the time of the Celts. Pat these giants in the display area.  
Queensland Mini Car Club: displaying historic British Mini cars for fans of the mighty mini.  
Belswagger Morris: are Brisbane's number one traditional Cotswold Morris dancing team. Sticks clashing, hankies waving, bells ringing; Belswagger brings the timeless Morris tradition to all and sundry.  
The Rising Phoenix Tribal Belly Dancers: originating with ancient Celtic influences, join in with these passionate and joyful dances.  
Rivertree Farm: bringing you the cutest highland cows for you to pat and cuddle all weekend long.

Question 20

Session Bar

Accepted Answer

A session is a casual and sometimes impromptu gathering of musicians who have come together to play traditional music.  
Traditionally sessions would take place in the kitchen of a local family’s house. House dances were commonplace, with the musicians gathered pumping out tunes for the set dancers. These homes became known as céilí houses and were typically the homes of large musical families, with other musicians frequently coming and going. Tunes were plentiful and the craic was definitely mighty.  
The Gathering brings grassroots Celtic music to our Session Bar. Sing by the bar located in the Main Grandstand, near the Discovery Centre and join in a jam session run by Alan Kelly on Saturday and David De Santi on Sunday with members from bands such asThe Stowaways and The Barleyshakes.  
The sessions run each day from 1 PM - 3 PM.

Question 21

Celtic Flyer Steam Train

Accepted Answer

The Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway present the Celtic Flyer. Departing on the hour from 9:00 AM for 5 services, from the front gate of The Gathering. Take a journey through the historic Box Flat Loop on this sensational piece of locomotive history. Journey time is 30 minutes.  Tickets are $15 Adults, $10 Pensioners with $35 for a family of four. Tickets can be booked at www.qpsr.org or on the day (pending availability).

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