Where are the Scottish Highland Games held?

Where are the Scottish Highland Games held?

Highland Games take place all over the world in countries as varied as Indonesia and Brazil. The northernmost games are held in Finnmark in Norway, while the southernmost games take place in Dunedin in New Zealand.

What month are the Highland Games in Scotland?

The Highland games events season begins in May with the Gourock Highland Games, it peaks in July and August with over 30 events each month, and comes to a close towards the end of September with the Invercharron Highland Games. Most Highland games events take place at the weekend, on either a Saturday or a Sunday.

Are the Highland Games every year?

Highland games events take place almost everywhere in Scotland each year.

Can I compete in the Highland Games?

In the event any competition does run later in 2020, athletes are free to compete without registration. Only registered competitors will be permitted to take part in official events, be awarded points towards the SHGA leagues and be entitled to collect prize money, trophies or medals being presented by the SHGA.

How much are tickets to Grandfather Mountain Highland Games?

There are a wide variety of ticket options. Adult day tickets (ages 13+) are $15/Thursday, $20/Friday, $30/Saturday, $15/Sunday. A 4-day pass that includes the parking shuttle is $75/adult. Buy tickets at the field or online at gmhg.org.

Where to go for the Scottish Highland Games?

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES CALENDAR 2021…. These are must-see events, combining a cultural treat and a fun day for all the family. You’ll find them in most parts of Scotland, so wherever you are, you won’t be far away.

When do the Scottish Highland Games start in 2021?

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES CALENDAR 2021…. 1 13th June. 2021 2 31st July. 2021 3 5th September 2021, Bogles Field, Essendy Road, Blairgowrie. Most events will have numerous stalls, piping and drumming competitions, highland dancing competitions, and many athletic events, including throwing the hammer and …

When is the Scottish Highland Games in Pitlochry?

Pitlochry Highland Games 11th September 2021, Recreation Ground, Ferry Road Most events will have numerous stalls, piping and drumming competitions, highland dancing competitions, and many athletic events, including throwing the hammer and famous tossing the caber. See the Scotland Highland Games page to find out more.

What are the athletic events of the Highland Games?

At the Lonach gathering, the clansmen, armed with pikes, follow their chief to the arena. Athletic events in the Highland Games include the usual flat and hurdle races, long and high jumps, pole vault, throwing the hammer, and tossing the weight.