Highland Games Highlight - Northumberland Scottish Festival and Highland Games

For the past 62 years, the Northumberland Scottish Festival and Highland Games have been celebrating Scottish traditions, and once again, the Port Hope Agricultural Park will come alive with Highland music, competition, and community spirit.

Saturday, June 20th, will feature a full day of piping and drumming, with solo competitions beginning at 8:30 a.m., featuring competitors from across Ontario. View the Order of Play here.

The Opening Ceremonies and Massed Bands will begin at 11:45 a.m., and Pipe band competitions from Grade 5 through Grade 1 will follow throughout the afternoon. For PPBSO members, please take note that this year there will be a new dedicated entry gate for soloists and band members at the south end of the park on Elgin Street. Just show your PPBSO card to enter!

Beyond the piping and drumming, the Festival will also feature Highland dancing, heavyweight events, food and merchant vendors, and family-friendly activities. This year's games will also feature the Lakeshore Open Highland Dance Championships, welcoming premier dancers from across Canada and the US.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, free Celtic entertainment starts at 6:00 p.m. Visitors are invited to relax in the Refreshment Tent while enjoying live music and performances.

PPBSO Solo and Band Competition Registration - Deadline is May 30th, 2026