Canmore Highland Games 2017

Join us for the 2017 Canmore Highland Games!

It seems especially fitting to have a Highland Games in Canmore, as one of the first Highland Games known was organized by King Malcolm III Canmore (1058-1093). Held at a fairly flat meadowland (the Brae O’Mar) along the River Dee, this sporting event was used for a royal contest to find the swiftest and strongest man in the kingdom with the necessary stamina to carry Malcolm’s messages across the land.

While centered on competitions in piping and drumming, dancing, and Scottish heavy athletics, the games also include entertainment and exhibits related to other aspects of Scottish and Celtic culture.

2017 Ticketed Events include:

Taste of the Highlands 
Sat,  September 2: 5 pm to 11 pm 
The Taste of the Highlands will run from 5 pm to 9 pm and a cash bar will be available till 11 pm. Admission includes 10 taste tickets to start your night off at the door (Adults Only) 
Ed McNally Big Rock Festival Tent (heated venue)

27th Annual Canmore Highland Games 
Sun, September 3: 8 am to 6 pm
Admission includes all daytime events taking place in Centennial Park

Scotch Tasting 
Sun, September 3: 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm 
A unique tasting experience featuring a selection of premium & ultra-premium single malts (Adults Only)
Ed McNally Big Rock Festival Tent (heated venue)

Evening Ceilidh 
Sun, September 3: 6 pm to 11 pm
A full night of Celtic entertainment and celebration
Ed McNally Big Rock Festival Tent (heated venue)