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Schedule of Events:
(Times and events are approximate and subject to change until finalized.
Contact committee members for more information)
THE FRIDAY EVENING CEILIDH - June 25th, 2010
05:00 pm - Join us for an informal Ceilidh (pronounced "Kay-lee"). In Gaelic it translates
as a "social visit" celebrating any event, and was characterized by informal music, dancing,
drinking, and storytelling. So bring your singing voice and whatever else, and join the fun!
• Be entertained by the multi instramental Celtic fusion of Steafan Hannigan and Saskia Tomkins.
• At 7pm, Rev. Kevin Fast will have a Strongman Competition featuring the log press, farmers walk and car lift.
SATURDAY'S EVENTS - June 26th, 2010
08:30 am - Highland Dancing Competition begins. You will enjoy a full day of dancing!
09:00 am - Amateur Heavy Athletic Events Begin.
• Woodcarvers, Spinning/Weaving Demonstrations throughout the day.
10:30 am - The parade will start by Victoria Hall and Third Street, continue along King Street to Victoria Park for a short concert and then proceed along Bay Street to Donegan Park
11:00 am - Refreshment Garden opens.
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Medieval Knights will duel for the hand of a fair maiden.
• Children's Activities.
12:30 pm - Official Welcoming Ceremonies with Dignitaries.
• Invocation by Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast.
• National Anthems
12:30 pm - First Parade of the Massed Pipes and Drums.
12:45 pm - Professional Heavy Events Competitions begin with Cobourg's own Kevin Fast, known locally for the outstanding feat of pulling a 28 ton fire truck along King Street—recognized by the Guinness Book of Records and featured on TV's Ripley's Believe It or Not.
• Performances by individuals and Massed Pipe Bands begin and continue throughout the afternoon.
• Medieval Knights will duel for the hand of a fair maiden.
• Afternoon Dance Medals will be presented at the competition of dance.
03:30 pm - Medieval Knights will duel for the hand of a fair maiden.
04:45 pm - Cobourg Canter
05:45 pm - Final Parade of the Massed Bands and Closing Ceremonies.
Be sure to come back next year for the 48th Annual Cobourg Highland Games
to be held on Saturday, June 25th, 2011.
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