Las Vegas Highland Games is an annual celebration, presented by Las Vegas Celtic Society. The annual event honors the richness of Scottish culture by fusing traditional bagpiping and drumming, live music, heavy athletics, shopping, whiskey tasting, and more. Join the festival over a weekend in mid-April at Craig Ranch Regional Park in the energetic city of Las Vegas from 9 am to 5 pm. The opening ceremonies are scheduled for noon on Saturday and the closing ceremonies—for 4 pm on Sunday.
Festival highlights
The Highland Games transport attendees to the world of kilts, bagpipes, and fervent competitions against the stunning backdrop of the Las Vegas skyline. Gear up for a number of classic Scottish sports, such as the well-known caber toss, in which competitors show off their power and dexterity by tossing a huge tapered pole. Other athletic events include the weight for height, stone put, and hammer throw.
Besides the fervent competition, the festival vividly celebrates Scottish music, dancing, and culture in general. Highland dancers enthrall the audience with their deft dancing and vibrant costumes, while bagpipe bands fill the air with the mesmerizing sounds of Scotland. A wide range of Scottish products, including tartan kilts, clan crests, and traditional dishes and drinks, are available for purchase at vendor stalls.
Additionally, the festival also hosts a gathering of Scottish clans so that everyone can learn about their Scottish heritage and connect with those who share their ancestry. One of the special features at Las Vegas Highland Games must be a feeling of connection and belonging that lingers throughout the event, regardless of your lineage back to the ancient MacGregors or noble Campbells.
Tickets
Adult general admission is $15, military/seniors pay $10, children (5 to 12 years old)—$5, and younger get enter for free. But note that such a ticket covers a single day only. So, if you wish to attend on both Saturday and Sunday, you'll need to buy two tickets. Alternatively, consider a 1-Day VIP Pass at $110. Then, you've got access to the games along with a complimentary Games T-Shirt, perfect views of main stage events, and the best dining tables with shaded seatings. Besides, you can benefit from an open bar with beers and cocktails (for 21+), as well as diverse snacks and foods, which will be catered by famous Chef Keith Norman of the South Point Casino.
The Las Vegas Highland Games provide a wonderful chance to capture the essence of Scotland and experience Highland hospitality. So, pull on your tartan, grab a glass of whisky, and make memories in the heart of the desert.
