Long Beach will get a little taste of Scotland over Valentine’s Day weekend when the ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXII takes over the Queen Mary.

The event brings authentic Scottish activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine to Scottish-built ship from February 14 to February 15, 9:00AM to 6:00PM.

The weekend will kick off on February 13 with “Rock Yer Kilt” aboard the ship, featuring local Scottish rock bands like Wicked Tinkers, Highland Way, Brick Top Blaggers, Dublin Public and others.

The official ScotsFestival Opening Ceremonies will take place on February 14 with the traditional Grand Parade of Clans & Bands with an Address to the Haggis.

The day will include festivities like Border Collie sheep-herding, firing demonstrations, performances by the Scots Greys Calvary, Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, Celtic Harp & Wren Iniquity Ensemble and historic re-enactments.

There will also be professional and amateur competitions in piping, drumming, massed bands, darts, Highland dancing and Highland athletics. Internationally acclaimed athletes will also compete for titles in stones, hammer throw, weights for distance, weight over bar, sheaf and the famed caber toss.

Adult festivalgoers can also take part in whisky tasting sessions and craft beer samplings.

Ticket prices range from $14 to $26, depending on pass options. Parking is $15. For more information, click here.