Okay I'm a dork....

**Chaplain Harris** · 26th February 07, 07:33 PM

I'm still very new to kilt wearin'. Is a kilt night a good excuse to go to a fav. watering hole and wear kilts, or is there something else involved. We don't have any (that I know of) in the St. Louis area. I am very excited to think about starting one up. I know of at least two of Kilted men who would attend.

Thanks for any input.

Chap. Brian Harris

**neo71665** · 26th February 07, 07:37 PM

No better excuse.

**Splash_4** · 26th February 07, 07:42 PM

Agreed! All a kilt night is is an excuse for a bunch of folks in kilts to get together and bend an elbow and share some yarn!

**Chaplain Harris** · 26th February 07, 07:49 PM

Originally Posted by Splash_4

Agreed! All a kilt night is is an excuse for a bunch of folks in kilts to get together and bend an elbow and share some yarn!

I can do that!!!!

**Dreadbelly** · 26th February 07, 07:52 PM

Greenville Kilt nights even have kids involved. We make it a family friendly affair.

Still planning the Kilted Zoo Crawl. Must go to zoo so the people can stare at the kilt wearing families.

**ccga3359** · 26th February 07, 08:04 PM

It's also about your group being the center of attention in the pub. the reactions the glances the smiles and the nods. Beer is good too.
Oh and you sir are no longer a Dork.

PS; It is better to stand at the bar than to sit in a corner

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**Panache** · 26th February 07, 10:31 PM

Chaplain Harris,

You are not a "dork", or if you are, you have the pleasure of being in the good company of about a thousand other "dorks". Based on the good fellowship, knowledge, and humor shared amongst the ladies and gentlemen of X marks the Scot I tend to think it's the former.

The standard formula for a kilt night is:

Good Company + Kilts + Fun location = Kilt Night

A standard variation I (and many other X Markers ) prefer is:

Good Company + Kilts + Good Beer + Fun location = Kilt Night

That's all there is to it.

A good portion of the the Bay Area Rabble gathers on the last Friday of each month at the Devil's Canyon Brewery in Belmont. The DCB have fantastic beer, nice people , good music, and are family friendly place to boot. I don't know if it was Rigged or Motorman4Life who started it, but it has been going for at least the last year I have been with X Marks the Scot.

Gather your friends together and find an enjoyable place to meet to drink, laugh, and share stories. Make sure that you are ready to answer some friendly questions from the passers by. You never know, you may convert a few of them to be kilties.

Perhaps some day you will find yourself in the Bay Area toward the end of the month. If you do I look forward to buying you a glass of the DCB's Full Boar Scotch Ale.

Cheers

Panache

**Monkey@Arms** · 27th February 07, 01:00 AM

From the fantastic Kiltday.com:

What is a Kilt Night?

There are many occasions to wear the kilt. Many wear their kilt for no reason at all (other than it may be illegal to go out naked). Some wear their kilts for special occasions or ceremony, others go to Scottish heritage-related events such as a formal "Burn's Night" dinner, pipe band performances or athletic events such as the Highland Games.

There are many guys (young and old) that get together with other kilt wearing guys to "hoist a pint" at a local "kilt night" event. These are usually somewhat casual no-host affairs held at a local tavern, Celtic-pub, restaurant, saloon or micro-brewery. Many are conducted on a regular basis and most are free to attend (other than your meal and libations)!

What makes a good kilt night? Well, there a few prerequisites and a few things that would certainly help make the event more of a success. First off, you need to publicize your event, so all those that may be interested are aware of the date/time and location. Once all of your kilted buddies are "in the loop," you all just need to show up and have a great time. One thing that will help in your success; no entry or gate fee. Find a kilt-friendly venue that does not have a cover charge or might be willing to waive their usual door charge for your kilted crew. Lots of cold beer is mandatory, the cheaper, the better! Live music on-site (plus), invite lots of cute co-eds in mini-skirts (big plus!).

Kilt Nights are a great way to get together for a relaxing good time. Please be sure to encourage all of your participants to bring a non-drinking designated driver. Also, encourage car-pooling and see about hosting your event somewhere with easy access to public transit and point out the convenience so your guests can avoid a drunk driving arrest!

Best regards,

Jake

**Chaplain Harris** · 27th February 07, 06:38 AM

Aye, I have seen tha light!

**macwilkin** · 27th February 07, 06:42 AM

Originally Posted by Chaplain Harris

I'm still very new to kilt wearin'. Is a kilt night a good excuse to go to a fav. watering hole and wear kilts, or is there something else involved. We don't have any (that I know of) in the St. Louis area. I am very excited to think about starting one up. I know of at least two of Kilted men who would attend.

Thanks for any input.

Chap. Brian Harris

Check wi' the Scottish St. Andrew's Society of St. Louis -- I believe they were doing kilt nights to promote the St. Louis Games at one point. Also check wi' the Scottish Arms in the Central West End.

Cheers,

Todd