Homecoming Scotland 2009 - The Northeast Clan Fortnight
The North East Clan Fortnight from July 18 to August 3 showcases our clan ancestral homelands, history and tradition.
Find out your clan at: www.ancestralscotland.com/regions-and-counties/aberdeen-and-grampians/aberdeenshire
Clans - Read the Invitation to the North East Clan Fortnight!
You'll be able to learn more about 'Your North East' at a day conference in historic King's College, University of Aberdeen, on Monday, July 20.
Using the free booklet "Routes to Your North East Roots", try tracing your ancestors with helpful assistance from the staff at Aberdeen and North East Scotland Family History Centre, City and Shire archives and registrar offices.
Evening entertainment includes the Scottish premieres of Burns’ Opera 'Ae Fond Kiss' and RAF Opera "MacRobert's Reply" at Haddo House, and there's the chance to see Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham in concert at Turriff Show's Friday Ceilidh.
The Huntly Mini Tattoo is a genuine Homecoming experience this summer as the Gordon Highlanders International Pipe Band and the Gordon Highlanders Association return to the regiment’s spiritual home for an afternoon of authentic North East entertainment on Thursday, July 30.
Join the March of the Clans at Aboyne Highland Games on Saturday, August 1, and again at Aberdeen Tartan Day on Sunday, August 2, closing with an International Beating Retreat by the Gordon Highlanders Reunion. 
The world-renowned Aberdeen-Angus Cattle will be on view at Turriff Show on August 2 and 3, where the Overseas Visitors Tent stewards will provide you with a warm welcome.
These are just a sample of the events that make up Clan Fortnight, providing a wealth of history and entertainment whether you're a part of a clan, or simply a clan fan!
