The Society
Our History
Welcome to the Caledonian Society of AZ.
The original Scottish Society of Arizona was organized on September 26th, 1953. The first Highland Games were put on in 1964 by members who played in the Phoenix Scottish Pipe band. (pictured in 1966)
The Highland Society of AZ was formed shortly thereafter to take over the Games and to hold an annual St. Andrew’s Day Dance. It became a 501[c]3 Non-Profit in 1976 and the name changed in 1981 to the Caledonian Society of Arizona
So, while it’s true that the Phoenix Scottish (Highland) Games will soon celebrate their 60th anniversary, it’s also a fact that the Scots in the Valley have been meeting as an organized group for 65 years!
Today
The Society is managed by a Board of about 8 volunteers. They are backed-up by a much larger team of area volunteers who help put on the Games, or plan our year around activities. And of course hundreds of members and friends of the Society.
We encourage all who are Scots - by birth or by interest - to join the Society. Help us build YOUR Society.
Our Gatherings
Regular gatherings feature educational and entertainment programs as well as frequent "social" activities for members to meet and enjoy each other's shared Scottish heritage.