GET YOUR SCOT ON at the NH Highland Games & Festival.

Focus on All Things New England! [New England Focus Logo]( [Don’t Miss The 48th Annual NH Highland Games & Festival]( A Three-Day Scottish Celebration in New Hampshire’s White Mountains Sponsored by: [NHSCOT]( [Logo]( Get your Scot on at [the 48th Annual New Hampshire Highland Games & Festival](, September 15 – 17 at Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, NH. This three-day celebration showcases the sights, sounds, and spirit of Scotland through traditional heavy athletics, music and entertainment, food and drink, cultural activities, and more. Single day tickets and three-day weekend passes are [on sale now](. [Heavy Athletic Competitions] Watch Heavy Athletic Competitions on Saturday and Sunday Weekend Competitions in Athletics, Dance & More Competitions are a key part of the Games and provide a venue for athletes, dancers, and musicians to compare skills while creating spectacular entertainment for attendees. On Friday, the Sheep Dog Trials steal the show. Watch in wonder as the dogs, guided by their handlers, use personalized whistle commands to guide a pack of sheep through obstacles with speed and efficiency. A new stone lifting event, Clach Neart, has also been added to the schedule for Friday. Clach Neart is Gaelic for stones of strength. Head to Parade Square and be a witness to this ancient test of power. Saturday and Sunday are dedicated to Heavy Athletic Competitions, where elite athletes from the United States, Canada, Iceland, Scotland and other European countries participate in traditional heavy athletic competitions including the Caber Toss, Weight Over Bar, and Loon Stone Carry. Grab a seat along the athletic field and be amazed by ferocious feats of strength! Throughout the weekend, pipers, drummers, harpists, dancers, and fiddlers also showcase their skills in competitions open for public viewing. [Special Events:]( Once you have purchased your Games tickets, add to your experience by attending Special Ticketed Events. From whisky tastings to dining experiences, this is a great way to elevate your weekend in the mountains! [PLAN YOUR VISIT]( SPONSORED [Albannach Performing Under the Concert Tent] Albannach Performing Under the Concert Tent The Sounds of Scotland Echo throughout the Mountainside From Celtic rock to traditional Scottish songs and ballads, the NH Highland Games & Festival showcases a variety of musical performers all weekend long. A crowd-favorite is Massed Bands, a ceremonial performance on Saturday featuring two-dozen pipe and drum bands gathering to perform in unison. This year’s Games will also see the return of The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, the world’s most famous bagpipe band, who will be performing a variety of set times during the Games in addition to headlining the Saturday Night Concert with Albannach (special ticketed event). Other bands performing throughout the weekend include American Rogues, The Rebel Collective, and Ramblxr. [Bleu, Voted the Best Cow in New Hampshire, 2023] Bleu, Voted the Best Cow in New Hampshire, 2023 Embrace Scottish Culture with Hands-On Activities and Seminars Don’t miss your chance to learn something new while celebrating the culture of the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands! Attendees of all ages can enjoy a variety of free “Try It” classes with topics ranging from stone lifting to Gaelic lessons, Scottish country dancing, Mas Wrestling, snare drum, and more. Seminars are another way attendees can take a closer look at Scotland’s culture and history. Fan favorite, Gary Maclean, Scotland’s National Chef, and winner of MasterChef: The Professionals will be back to host cooking demonstrations as well as a book signing for his newly released cookbook, Scottish Kitchen Cookery. The Highland Cattle from Miles Smith Farm in Loudon, NH will also return on Friday and Sunday. Stop by for a photo and learn more about this beautiful Scottish cattle breed. Immersive Shopping, Dining and History A day at the Games isn’t complete without a stroll through Vendor Village, home to more than 30 vendors selling tartan wearables, traditional Scottish sweets, bagpiping supplies, and various other Celtic items. Food vendors will also be on-site selling a range of Scottish cuisine: scotch eggs, meat pies, scones, shortbreads, and more. A saunter through Clan Village allows guests to discover their Scottish roots by talking with representatives of 60+ Scottish clans while the Historic Encampment showcases everyday life in the Scottish Highlands during the 14th – 18th centuries. [Games Overview:]( You don’t have to be Scottish to enjoy the NH Highland Games & Festival, a signature event presented by NHSCOT. Single day tickets and 3-day weekend passes are now available. Buy tickets today. [BUY TICKETS]( SPONSORED [Whisky Tastings Throughout the Weekend] Whisky Tastings Throughout the Weekend Enhance Your Games Experience Elevate your Games experience by attending Special Ticketed Events, with activities ranging from music and performance to food and drink, and dinners with entertainment. Highlights of this year’s Special Ticketed Events include the Second Annual Scotch Ale Tasting and Competition on Sunday, which showcases Scotch Ales from eight local breweries in New Hampshire. There’s less than two months until the 48th Annual New Hampshire Highland Games & Festival. [Purchase your single-day ticket or three-day weekend pass today!]( The New Hampshire Highland Games are presented by NHSCOT, a nonprofit corporation dedicated to preserving and promoting Scottish culture for future generations. 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