The Scottish Highland Gathering & Games in Pleasanton
Sat. Aug 31, 2024 - Sun. Sep 1, 2024
$5 – $60
Channel your inner Scot at the 158th Scottish Highland Gathering & Games on Labor Day Weekend, Saturday & Sunday, August 31 & September 1, 2024, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton.
PLEASANTON – Experience Scottish culture at California’s premier Scottish festival, featuring traditional music, athletic marvels, delectable cuisine, and whisky tastings.
Photo: Caledonian Club – San Francisco
Noteworthy events include the Men’s and Women’s US Heavy Athletics Championships, Highland, Scottish Country and Irish Step dancing, Sheepdog Trials and the majestic Birds of Prey exhibition.
Photo: Caledonian Club – San Francisco
Events & Attractions
• Heavy Athletics
• Highland Dancing
• Piping & Drumming Competitions
• Birds of Prey Exhibition
• Sheepdog Trials
• Kilted Mile Race
• Traditional Scottish Cuisine
• Whisky Tastings
• Clans & Scottish Societies
• Classic Car Show
• Living History Experiences
• 5-A-Side Football Tournament
Photo: Caledonian Club – San Francisco
Live Musical Entertainment
• Celtic Rock Bands & Folk Singers
• Massed Bands Performances
Photo: Caledonian Club – San Francisco
Scottish Highland Gathering & Games
Saturday & Sunday, August 31 & September 1, 2024
8am – 6pm (Gates open each day at 8am)
Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Tickets: $5-60 • Must Be Purchased Online (Children 5 & under + active military w/ID are FREE)
Tickets are available at TheScottishGames.com.
