The Estes Park International Tattoo
The Estes Park International Tattoo is one of the largest and longest established military music displays in the United States, and indeed the world
Taking place in early September each year, as part of the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival Scotfest, the Tattoo is a highlight in the annual cultural calendar of Estes Park
Taking place in early September each year, as part of the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival Scotfest, the Tattoo is a highlight in the annual cultural calendar of Estes Park
With an international production team, and international cast drawn from three continents of the globe, building on the incredible success of the 2022 to 2025 International Tattoos, the special Golden 50th anniversary Estes Park Tattoo in 2026 is all set to be an event absolutely not to be missed!
For further information, enjoy browsing the various sections of this website available in the menu above, or for tickets and additional information on the wider activities taking place at Estes Park on the Tattoo weekend, visit the Scotfest website here
See you there - September 11th to 13th 2026! #EPITattoo
For further information, enjoy browsing the various sections of this website available in the menu above, or for tickets and additional information on the wider activities taking place at Estes Park on the Tattoo weekend, visit the Scotfest website here
See you there - September 11th to 13th 2026! #EPITattoo
2025 CastThe US Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team USA
The Citadel Regimental Band & Pipes USA
Colorado Brass Band USA
Estes Park International Tattoo Pipes & Drums Australia | Canada | UK | USA
World Champion Drum Major Flourishing Team USA
An Tuath North American International Highland Dance Team International
The Swing Dolls USA
Sheep Dog Display Team USA
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The Estes Park International Tattoo rebrand
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Following a period of unprecedented global disruption due to the covid-19 pandemic in 2020, the Estes Park Tattoo rebranded and returned as the Estes Park International Tattoo in 2021
The 2021 Tattoo was themed around celebrating the international bond of friendship between nations, and also commemorated the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbour, and the 45th anniversary of the Estes Park Tattoo! |
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EPI Tattoo 2022 | 2023
EPI Tattoo 2022 built on the success of the previous year’s rejuvenated show and featured artists from Canada, England, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland, Wales and the USA! The 2022 Tattoo commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Midway and the continued US & allied collaboration throughout the globe today
The EPI Tattoo 2023 then featured another stellar international cast consisting of:
- The 1st Marine Division Band, Camp Pendleton, CA
- The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, Washington DC
- Stellar Brass of the United States Force Band, Peterson Space Force Base
- The United States Camel Experiment - the Texas Camel Corps
- The Estes Park International Tattoo Pipes & Drums
- The International Highland Dance Team
The EPI Tattoo 2023 then featured another stellar international cast consisting of:
- The 1st Marine Division Band, Camp Pendleton, CA
- The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, Washington DC
- Stellar Brass of the United States Force Band, Peterson Space Force Base
- The United States Camel Experiment - the Texas Camel Corps
- The Estes Park International Tattoo Pipes & Drums
- The International Highland Dance Team
EPI Tattoo 2024
The 2024 show ran between Friday September 6th and Sunday September 8th and - for the first time - saw an extended run, featuring an additional Sunday afternoon matinee show!
The EPI Tattoo 2024 international cast consisted of:
- The West Point Band's Field Music Group, The Hellcats, West Point NY
- Fountain City Brass Band, Kansas City MO
- Navy Band Northwest Brass Band, Silverdale WA
- The Estes Park International Tattoo Pipes & Drums
- The An Tuath North American International Highland Dance Team
- World Champion Drum Major Flourishing Display Team
- RCMP Pipes & Drums and Dancers, Canada
- Black Watch ACF Pipes & Drums, Scotland
- Pipes On Parade
- The Swing Dolls
- Highland Coos Display Team!
Tickets for the 2026 Estes Park International Tattoo will be available soon!
For full ticketing information - including discounted matinee tickets, Junior tickets, FREE tickets for children under 14, and our Premium Seating packages - visit the Scotfest website here
Join us, in Estes Park, Colorado, Friday September 11th to Sunday September 13th 2026
See you there!
The EPI Tattoo 2024 international cast consisted of:
- The West Point Band's Field Music Group, The Hellcats, West Point NY
- Fountain City Brass Band, Kansas City MO
- Navy Band Northwest Brass Band, Silverdale WA
- The Estes Park International Tattoo Pipes & Drums
- The An Tuath North American International Highland Dance Team
- World Champion Drum Major Flourishing Display Team
- RCMP Pipes & Drums and Dancers, Canada
- Black Watch ACF Pipes & Drums, Scotland
- Pipes On Parade
- The Swing Dolls
- Highland Coos Display Team!
Tickets for the 2026 Estes Park International Tattoo will be available soon!
For full ticketing information - including discounted matinee tickets, Junior tickets, FREE tickets for children under 14, and our Premium Seating packages - visit the Scotfest website here
Join us, in Estes Park, Colorado, Friday September 11th to Sunday September 13th 2026
See you there!
Tickets |
2025 Tattoo tickets were available from the Scotsfest website as follows
Tattoo Premium Tickets $55 Tattoo General Admission $25-45 Ticket Type Adult ($50 at the gate) $45.00 Youth $25.00 Ages 14-17 (ages 13 and younger are free with a paying adult) 1 Day Festival Pass $20-$35 Adult - $35.00 Youth (Ages 6-17) $20.00 Children 13 and under FREE! 3 Day Festival Pass $84.99 Adult - $84.99 Children 13 and under FREE! Weekend Pass $128.99 All Passes Include: 3 Day Entrance to the Festival Field, plus choose one concert: - Friday Estes Park International Tattoo - Friday Estes Park Folk Concert - Saturday Estes Park International Tattoo - Saturday Estes Park Ceilidh Rock Concert Children 13 and under FREE! Premium VIP Package $259.99 - Honored Guest Reception - VIP Parking - 3 Day Festival Field Entry - 2 Concert Tickets VIP & whiskey tasting packages also available! Full 2026 information will be available soon |