The Scottish Highland Games is one of the most popular events in Scotland, with visitors and residents alike. If you visit between May and September, you’re bound to catch a gathering or two somewhere in the country. Games are held in many countries throughout the world where there are Scottish connections, but for now I’ll concentrate on Scotland by providing you with the full calendar and links to the official websites. These are must-see events for any visitor, combining a cultural treat and a fun day out for all the family.
Scottish Highland Games Calendar 2013 ….
MAY 2013
12th May
Gourock Highland Games
25 – 26th May
Atholl Gathering and Highland Games
JUNE 2013
1st June
Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games
1st June
Cornhill Highland Games
1st June
Shotts Highland Games
8th June
Cupar Highland Games
16th June
City of Aberdeen Highland Games
JULY 2013
6th July
Forres Highland Games
6th July
Luss Highland Games
13th July
Famous Alva Games
16th July
Inveraray Highland Games
20th July
Lochcarron Highland Games
20th July
Taynuilt Highland Games
20th July
City of Inverness Highland Games
20th July
Balquhidder Highland Games
27th July
Dufftown Highland Games
27th July
St Andrews Highland Games
AUGUST 2013
3rd August
Aboyne Highland Games
4th August
Bridge of Allan Highland Games
7th August
Skye Highland Games
8th August
Ballater Highland Games
10th August
North Berwick International Highland Games
10th August
Dundonald Highland Games
18th August
Crieff Highland Gathering
22nd August
Argyllshire Gathering
24th August
Bute Highland Games
29th – 31st August
Cowal Highland Gathering
SEPTEMBER 2013
7th September
The Braemar Gathering
14th September
Pitlochry Highland Games
14th September
Invercharron Highland Games
At all the Highland Games events you can expect to see lots of piping and drumming competitions, highland dancing competitions, and many athletic events, including throwing the hammer and the famous tossing the caber.
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Kayaking in Scotland
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Bicycle Tours in Scotland
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Skiing In Scotland
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