Cultural Events
The Fair Hill Scottish Games pays tribute to Scotland’s rich cultural history with the following events.
Sheepdog Demonstrations
Watch live sheepdog demonstrations by expert sheepdog handler A.J. Heketh-Tutton. Check games schedule for times.
Highland Athletics
Marvel at the abilities of the Professional Highland Athletes. Athletic events include the hammer throw, the sheaf toss, and the ever-popular caber toss. Check the games schedule for event times.
Tea Room
Visit the Meg MacLeod Tea Room and enjoy an assortment of teas and scones made by a local baker, Pastries by Penny.
Village of the Clans
Visit the Clachan to locate your clan tartan and show off your Scottish family pride. Clan experts will educate you on your clan history and you can take home a souvenir tartan.
Dulcimer Music
Join in a dulcimer music jam session at the Games
Located in the Village of the Clans
You don’t need to have a dulcimer – Loaners will be available.
Braveheart 5K
A 5K Race held in the morning, entries open to all.
Weaving
Observe spinners making yarn from sheep’s wool and a weaver weaving that yarn into a shawl that will be sold in a silent auction. This event pays tribute to the fiber of the old-world Scottish economy — wool.
Highland Dancing
Enjoy the grace and athleticism of the Highland Dance competition. Competitions are held throughout the day in the Walls Building. Check the games schedule for times.
Piping and Drumming
Enjoy the Tartan Parade of Bands and Clans at the Midday Ceremony, where each pipe band will parade through the main arena. In the Piping Grove, solo piping and drumming competitions are held throughout the morning, and pipe bands compete in the afternoon. The closing ceremony features the massed bands, a soul-stirring spectacle that is not to be missed!