Houston · Established 2001
An Evening in Honour
of Robert Burns
Houston’s traditional Burns Supper — an evening of haggis and whisky, the Address to a Haggis, the Immortal Memory and live ceilidh dancing, raising funds for charity since 2001.
The Evening
The order of a proper Burns Supper
The evening follows the form it has held for twenty-five years — equal parts ceremony, feast and good company, with special guest speakers joining us from Scotland in recent years. Here is how the night unfolds.
- 01
Champagne Reception
The evening opens with a champagne reception as the pipers warm the room.
- 02
Pipers & the Grand Entrance
Pipers lead the Grand Entrance into the ballroom to begin the night.
- 03
Address tae a Haggis
The haggis is piped in and honoured with Burns' own words, knife in hand — then toasted with a dram.
- 04
A Three-Course Supper
The supper is served — a traditional dinner with wine, the haggis taking pride of place.
- 05
The Immortal Memory
The keynote tribute to the life, works and fellowship of Robert Burns.
- 06
Toast tae the Lassies & Reply
The night's wittiest exchange, given and answered in fine Burns spirit.
- 07
Whisky Kiss, Live
Scotland's own ceilidh band, brought all the way to Houston.
- 08
Ceilidh til the Wee Hours
Vigorous dancing enjoyed by all — no experience required.
Haggis, neeps & tatties
The centrepiece of the table — honoured in verse, then enjoyed with a dram.
Our Story
Twenty-five years of fellowship in Houston
It began in 2001 as a Houston reunion for former BP and Britoil colleagues from Glasgow, convened by Peter Foster. The night struck a chord and grew quickly — a dedicated Burns Night Committee soon took over the running of it, and in 2010 it was incorporated as the non-profit Westside Burns Night Association.
A registered 501(c)(3), the Association hosts its annual Burns Supper to promote the life, works and fellowship of Robert Burns. Every year’s surplus is donated to local, state and national charities — more than $200,000 to date.
2001
Founded as a Glasgow reunion
2010
Incorporated as a 501(c)(3)
$200K+
Given to charity to date
Recent charities supported
The Gallery
Scenes from the night
Kilts and gowns, a dram in hand and good company until the wee hours. Tap any photo to take a closer look.
Attend
Take your seat at the table
Membership is $25 and is required before purchasing tickets to the Burns Supper. Once you’re a member, reserve your seat — or support the night as a sponsor.
Membership & tickets
$25 membership · required before you book your seat for the supper.
Sponsorship
Sponsor the supper
Sponsorship underwrites the evening and the charitable giving that follows. Now collecting for 2027.
Silver Sponsor
The Caledonian
$7,500
- Table of ten guests
- Premier table location
- Company signage in reception
- Website & social recognition
- Program advert
- Premium whisky
Title Sponsor
The Bard
$10,000
- Table of ten guests
- Head table location
- Chieftain recognition
- Part in the Grand Entrance
- Full-page program advert
- Table goodie bag
- Website & social recognition
- Premium whisky
Reception Sponsor
The Duke
$5,000
- Table of ten guests
- Premier table location
- Company signage in reception
- Website & social recognition
- Program advert
Venue & Travel
An evening at the Omni, Houston
The supper is held at the Omni Houston Hotel in the Galleria. A room block is available for guests who wish to stay the night.
Date & Time
Saturday, 30 January 2027 · 6:30 PM
Location
Omni Houston Hotel, Galleria · 4 Riverway Dr, Houston, TX 77056
Dress Code
Kilts and formal attire encouraged
Stay the Night
Reserve a room in the Westside Burns Night block at the Omni.