One of the biggest Scottish Festivals in the entire United States is hosted right here in Georgia, at Stone Mountain Park! You don’t want to miss out on all the incredible festival celebrating Scottish culture, fun athleticism, food, and so much more!
What can attendees expect at the Scottish Festival?
Other than great vibes and good times, Scottish festival attendees can expect tons of cool cultural events!
Attendees can listen to colorful pipe bands, including piping and drumming competitions, enjoy Highland dancers (who will be competing in front of a panel of judges), and of course, enjoy delicious Scottish food and drink! There will be vendors selling lovely goods imported from the British Isles, and some Celtic performers as well!
The Athletic Competitions
- The Hammer Throw
- The Weight Throw and Weight Toss
- The Stone of Strength (featuring a little piece of Stone Mountain)
- The Sheaf Toss
- The Caber Toss
Highland Dance
According to their website,
Stone Mountain Highland Games hosts two full days of Highland Dance competition. Dancers of all ages from throughout the United States and Canada will take their turn on our special dance stages vying for those coveted prizes awarded for the best performance. Both days will feature the traditional “Highland” dances as well as several Scottish National dances.
If you’re looking for authentic Scottish dance and performance, you’ve gotta check out this fun festival!
Okay, I’m in! Gimme the details!
The Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival will take place on October 18th – 20th, 2024!
Where: Stone Mountain Park | 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA. 30083
Everyone who has a tartan is encouraged to wear it! But if you don’t have a tartan and you’re not Scottish, don’t sweat it! Everyone is welcome to celebrate at the Scottish Festival!
Learn more about this amazingly fun Highland Festival on their website here!