Cost: Friday $8; $3 children. Saturday $13; $6 children. Weekend pass $18

What to expect: The 22nd annual installment of the largest Scottish festival in the Midwest features a weekend of athletics, from caber-tossing to hammer throwing, along with heaps of live entertainment.

Why to go: Can you say "haggis-hurling contest?"

Additional info: Some of the top Celtic bands in the world are on the bill, including Tartanic, Searson and Reilly. Other events include a British Car Show, Whiskey-tasting seminar, haggis-eating contest and a parade of tartans. Also, don't miss the closing ceremony's 1,000 bagpipers and drummers.

Centerstage Reviewer: K. Tighe