As far as I understand, the life and works of Burns used to be celebrated on the anniversary of his death, 21st of July. This year I went to a Burns Supper on the 25th, but many societies hold theirs on the nearest Friday or Saturday evening. If one is just going to celebrate the life of Burns that can be done on any day of the year. It doesn't really matter if the day falls on his birthday or not.

For me it's the social event. I don't have enough occasions to go kilted, so every one counts. I will be going to Burns Night II in Dumfries in March. There will be good food and good friends and there will be Burns.

Regards

Chas