Welcome to the Inverness Tattoo 2009

Monday 27th July to Saturday 1st August

In 2009 Inverness Tattoo celebrates its 58th anniversary and this popular week-long event, which attracts thousands of visitors and locals alike, provides nightly performances to thrill and entertain the crowds who come along to the Northern Meeting Park.

At the heart of every Tattoo’s appeal are the stirring sights and sounds of Pipes and Drums and Military Bands and this year we shall ensure that audiences are captivated by the skirl of the pipes and the beat of the drum. Displays of Highland and Country Dancing will be provided by performers from Inverness and Canada and we shall also have the opportunity to see the very entertaining and colourful Chinese Ribbon and Fan dances. The Tattoo, however, is not just a Scottish show and throughout the week the Tattoo programme will include varied and lively displays by artistes from both home and abroad.

Weather permitting, the Golden Lions Parachute display team will put on a spectacular freefall display to start off each evening’s performance. The Imps Youth Motorcycle display team, who have an impressive record of shows around the world, will amuse audiences with their skill and comedy antics. A demonstration by the combined three Cadet Services allows an insight into the commitment and precision necessary for a drill display. The Grand Finale featuring the Cadet Services Guard of Honour, the Royal British Legion Colour Party, the entire cast and the poignant Lone Piper will provide a fitting climax to the 90 minute long show.

Ticket prices are £10.00 for an inside seat and £8.00 for an outside seat. A Family ticket is available at £30 for 2 adults + up to 3 children under 16 years of age. Reductions of £2 per seat for children under 16, senior citizens over 60, and group bookings of 10+.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for each evening’s performance by booking online at The Booth ticket selling agency.

Tattoo tickets may also be obtained at Inverness Tourist Office from Monday, 27th July, or at the main entrance to the Northern Meeting Park for that evening’s performance.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance commences at 8 p.m.

The main beneficiaries of the Tattoo are the three Cadet Services but significant sums are also donated each year to Service, local and national charities.

The Tattoo is delighted to welcome all visitors with disabilities and facilities, including those for wheelchair users, do exist.

We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you to the Inverness Tattoo especially in this year of Homecoming Scotland 2009.