KINGSVILLE HIGHLAND GAMES

KINGSVILLE HIGHLAND GAMES

THE POWER. THE PRIDE. THE TRADITION.
These Games honour the rich Scottish traditions and Celtic heritage of Southern Ontario. As the only Highland Games in the Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent regions, this beloved festival blends 11th-century customs with modern community revelry.  From world class pipe bands to the thunder of heavy athletics to the raw grit of tug of war to the grace of Highland dance and immersive cultural showcases, the Games ignite a vibrant celebration of clan and kin for all ages.

Full day of Competitions and Activities including…

PIPING & DRUMMING: Grade 5 to Grade 3 solo bagpipers and solo drummers in addition to Grade 5 to Grade 3 Pipe Bands from Ontario and beyond.
HEAVY EVENTS: Male and female athletes competing in tests of strength. Implements include Hammer Throw, Sheaf Toss, Stone Throw, and Caber Toss
TUG OF WAR: Teams dig in for battles of strength and grit
HIGHLAND DANCING: Dancers perform traditional Scottish solo dances and are judged on technique, timing, strength and presentation
HAGGIS HURL: Area mayors compete for title of Chief Haggis Hurler
CLAN VILLAGE: Exhibiting information about family history and helping guests find information about their ancestry
JACOBITE ENCAMPMENT: Experience the rugged life of highlanders
SHEEP SHEARING & HERDING: Demonstrations of intelligence and skill required to work the land
ARTISANS & MERCHANTS: Shop local goods from across the region
FOOD CONCESSIONS & BEER TENT:  Savour hearty fare & festival favorites

NOTE: NO phone number is available for the Games, please email with questions.

Adult: $20  Children 12 & Under: FREE  All sales are final — No refunds, No exchanges, No exceptions.