Phoenix Scottish Games

A Highland Games is a day(s) long celebration of Scottish heritage, combining aspects of sport and culture.

The “games” part consists of men – and women – competing in the traditional Scottish “heavy athletics” events: throwing various weights, stones, and the caber (a pole) for distance, height or accuracy. Multiple events occur all throughout the day.

Celtic music performers are featured on stage. Pipe and Drum bands perform as entertainment, in competition, and as accompaniment to Highland dancing – both performances and dance competition. All the participating pipe bands combine in parade to open and close the event, and to "Call the Clans".

Scottish Culture is celebrated with Clan displays, genealogy & educational exhibits and Celtic food and merchandise sales. And not to forget the drink – whisky, beer and more.

Be sure not to miss our Phoenix International Twilight Tattoo on Friday March 1st - featuring the sights and sounds of Scotland! Our performers include a variety of bands, highland dancers, our special guest pipe band from Canada, and closed out with a concert by the Wicked Tinkers!