Williamsburg Pipes & Drums
Proudly Bringing the Sound of Scotland to Williamsburg Since 1968
Williamsburg Christmas Parade
We are looking for additional pipers and drummers in the local area to join us for the Christmas parade. Click the button to learn more!
Celebrating over 50 years of traditional Highland piping and drumming
The Williamsburg Pipes and Drums has been a part of the Williamsburg community since 1968. In the past it has been know as the St. Andrew’s of Williamsburg Pipe Band and the Strath James Pipe Band. In 2006 the band assumed the new name, Williamsburg Pipes & Drums.
We promote, teach, and perform Scottish music on the highland bagpipes and drums. Our environment is supportive and inclusive.
We play at public and private events around Williamsburg, Virginia. The band and individual pipers are for hire.
As a certified non-profit, our Employer ID Number (EIN) is 92-2491282.
Hire Us for Your Event
Planning a special event? The Williamsburg Pipes and Drums are available for weddings, funerals, parades, and private gatherings. Need just one piper? We can do that too!
Reach out to find out how we can bring the sound of the Highlands to your event.
Interested in Joining the Band?
Are you looking to learn an instrument, wanting to join a community group, or just try something new? Williamsburg Pipes and Drums is looking for new members. No experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome.
The band is recruiting bagpipers, snare, bass and tenor drummers. We offer discounts on online lessons, as well as teach beginner lessons once a week on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30 in Colonial Williamsburg.