48th Annual Robert Burns Dinner & Celebration!

Celebrating the 267th birthday of Scotland's favorite poet Robert Burns!

When: Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 5:30 to 10:30 pm

Where: Isle of Capri Casino Hotel, Bettendorf, Iowa
What: Full plated dinner with vignette and ground performances by Black Hawk Pipes and Drums and Scottish social dance instruction by Kait Meeker. The evening concludes with the Grand March and Auld Lang Syne. Guest Vendor: Coffee & Candles 

You can also try your luck at our choose your prize raffle. Tickets sold at the event, and yes, donations to the raffle are welcome! Contact the Society.

All welcome, kilt or Scottish heritage not required. 
Early bird discount when reserved by February 9!

  • Early bird Salmon or Steak/Honey Chicken: $60 (Increases to $65 after Feb. 9)
  • Early bird Vegetarian Option: $55 (Increases to $60 after Feb. 9)
  • Early bird Child's Menu (12 and under): $18 by February 9; $20 after.  

Menu details: 

1. Classic Lemon-dill Salmon: Pan-seared salmon with lemon dill sauce
2. Flat Iron Steak and Honey Chicken Duet: Herb and pepper crusted flat iron steak, honey herb and spiced marinated chicken breast
3. Vegetarian Lasagna
4. Children (12 yrs. and under): Chicken Tenders, Macaroni & cheese, Gelatin Salad

ALL reservations due no later than 9am February 13Price includes entertainment and a night full of Scottish fun! 

  • Adult meal entrees include: Haggis and crackers, mixed garden green salad with fresh garden vegetables, ranch or raspberry vinaigrette dressing, potato, vegetable, rolls & butter.
  • Complimentary beverages: Coffee, Water & Iced Tea
  • Dessert: Shortbread Cookie & Chocolate Kiss
  • Cash bar available.

Per our agreement with the hotel, no other food may be carried in.
To reserve by mail, print the 2026 Reservation Letter and return with check to:

Scottish American Society c/o Jill Tuck, 23117 66th Ave N, Port Byron, IL 61275

DEADLINE February 9 (for early bird price), all reservations due by February 13. 

If you are sitting together as a group, please indicate the names of your tablemates. (Tables sit 10.)

Questions?
 Contact Jill Tuck 563-508-3148 JillybeanMDY@gmail.com
 
To reserve online, visit our EVENTBRITE page. Online reservations will incur Eventbrite fees.  
 
Hoping to stay overnight? A low-priced room block is available.  Individuals are responsible for  their own reservation and for their room, tax, and personal charges. Cost starts at $99  plus tax and facility fee. Call 563-441-7115 to make a reservation (Ann Klundt). Reserve by February 19.
 
Contact the Society via email at the Contact Us box on our main page.