Scottish Highland Gathering & Games

August 30-31, 2025, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton, CA
thescottishgames.com
 $30 general admission, $15 parking, alamedacountyfair.com

The largest Scottish Gathering & Games in the Northern Hemisphere are now in their 159th year.

2025 Entertainment

•  Scottish folk singer Peter Daldry
• Fiddler Michael Mullen
• Celtic rock bands Albannach
• Tempest
• Golden Bough
• The Reeling Banshees
• Competitions: hammer throwing, stone putting, weight for height and distance, and sheaf and caber toss
• Dancing to Highland Fling, Sword Dance and Seann Triubhas
• Band competitions: Piobaireachd, Solo Piping & Drumming Competitions, Pipe Band Competitions
• Kilted Mile Race
• 5-A-Side Football Tournament
• Sheepdog Trials
• Classic Cars
• Archery
• Whisky Tasting

The Caledonian Club of San Francisco presents a spectacular festival celebrating Scottish heritage. From more and 35 pipe bands to championship heavy event athletics and everything in between, this two day event has it all presented in the most family friendly manner. Learn about the rich Scottish culture and heritage, six stages of traditional and Celtic rock entertainment, taste authentic Scottish food, and take away some happy memories that will last a life time. 

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.