Announcing the 2026 Instructors
We’re excited to present an exceptional lineup of instructors for 2026 at the Gathering! Discover the talented individuals you’ll have the chance to learn from and engage with.
2026 Donation Match
This year the Pipers’ Gathering is fortunate to have yet another anonymous donor who will match up to $2,000 to bring Alex Barrass (NSP) from “over the pond” to our event in August 2026. Make sure to add a note when submitting your donation that it is to be dedicated to the matching grant for 2026.
Every dollar counts. Thank you for your support!
We are a community of musicians passionate about alternative bagpipes.
Our Gatherings bring together players of various bellows-blown pipes and related traditional instruments to celebrate piping traditions.
Join Us At The Next Gathering
Meet New People
It's a chance to meet other people with a passion for bagpipes
Learn New Tunes
Classes with masters in technique and methods
Reconnect with Friends
What more needs to be said?!
Bring Home a New Instrument
Chance to acquire instruments through the vendors or Yard Sale
Sessions Abound
Many opportunities to join in and play music with a variety of instruments
Looking Back
2024 was a special year for us as we celebrated our 25th anniversary. This slideshow, courtesy of Greg Latta, captured it well.
Frequently Asked Questions
We collected the most frequently asked questions and answered them all!
Sell Your Pipes, or Buy More!
The Gathering connects buyers and sellers of instruments and other bagpipe-related items.
