The Sparta Celtic Festival

06/15/2026

The countdown to the Sparta Celtic Festival is on, and Highland Games registration is open! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, looking to challenge yourself, or ready to experience the thrill of traditional Scottish athletics, this is your chance.

Step onto the field. Feel the energy of the crowd. Become part of a centuries-old tradition Saturday August 8th!

Don’t watch from the sidelines—join the games!

Register today before spots fill up.

https://www.spartacelticfest.org/highland-games

06/13/2026

Good luck tonight to Scotland in their Football (Futbol) match.

06/13/2026

Faces of the festival ✨

Meet Paul Gerndt!

Paul has been a SCF volunteer for 10 years!

He is our SCF webmaster 💻🖥️⌨️

Paul is only slightly Irish.☘️🍀

Away from the festival, he works in local government as an IT Professional.

Paul has been married for 38 years - two adult children - two grandchildren.

Thank you for all you do for the festival Paul we are lucky and grateful to have you on the team!

06/12/2026

Wishing our friends at Motor City Irish Fest a successful festival weekend! Thank you for keeping our shared Celtic heritage and traditions alive.

Best of luck from all of us at The Sparta Celtic Festival! Sláinte!

Here are a few things you need to know before coming to the Motor City Irish Fest this weekend.

* Parking is $5 per car CASH ONLY
* NO PETS ALLOWED
* NO COOLERS ALLOWED
* NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES ALLOWED
* Free admission on Friday June 12 from 5-6 pm only

Festival hours:
Friday: 5 - 11 pm
Saturday noon: - 11 pm
Sunday: Mass at noon - festival; 1 - 7 pm

06/11/2026

🍀 Volunteers Needed! 🍀

The Sparta Celtic Festival is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s festival a success! As a nonprofit organization, we rely on the dedication and support of our amazing community to bring this celebration of Celtic culture, music, athletics, and family fun to life.

Whether you can help for a few hours or the entire weekend, we’d love to have you on our team. Volunteer opportunities are available in a variety of areas, and no experience is necessary.

Join us, meet great people, earn volunteer hours, and help create an unforgettable festival experience for thousands of guests!

📅 Festival Date: August 7th and 8th 2026
📍 Sparta, Michigan

Interested in volunteering? We have fun!
Sign up today:

https://www.spartacelticfest.org/volunteer




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06/10/2026

Calling all vendors! 🍀

August 7th and 8th

Registration is now open for the Sparta Celtic Festival Vendor Village! Don’t miss your chance to showcase your products, connect with thousands of festival-goers, and be part of one of West Michigan’s favorite Celtic celebrations!

Spaces are limited and filling up fast, so reserve your spot today and join us for a weekend filled with Celtic culture, music, food, and fun!

Register today:

https://www.spartacelticfest.org/copy-of-vendors


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06/09/2026

🚗☘️ Registration is NOW OPEN for the Sparta Celtic Festival Car Show! ☘️🚗

Start your engines and join us for a day of Celtic fun, community, and incredible vehicles at this year’s Sparta Celtic Festival. Whether you have a classic car, muscle car, truck, hot rod, or unique custom build, we’d love to see it on display!

Limited spots don’t wait—reserve your spot today and be part of one of the festival’s favorite attractions.

Register now and help us make this year’s Car Show the best one yet!

Register at:
https://www.spartacelticfest.org/carshow


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06/08/2026

The countdown is on! Only 60 days until The Sparta Celtic Festival!

The strength of our family The Highland Games return. Highland Games registration is open now. Don’t wait secure your spot now!

Throw, Compete, Conquer and be part of the action.

Register today: https://www.spartacelticfest.org/highland-games

06/06/2026

We are proud to represent The Sparta Celtic Festival at Rockford Start of Summer Festival Parade today!

We are sharing Celtic Spirit, celebrating community and having a great time with everyone along the parade route! Be sure to wave 👋 when you see us and we look forward to seeing you in August at the festival!

06/05/2026

From all of us at The Sparta Celtic Festival best wishes to our friends at The Motor City Irish Fest for a successful event next weekend Slainte! 🍀☘️