The Highland Games

The Highland Games are traditional Scottish events showcasing athletic competitions, cultural performances, and Scottish heritage. Central to the Games are feats of strength like caber tossing, where athletes throw a large wooden pole, and hammer throw, involving tossing a heavy weight with a handle. Participants often wear kilts and highlight traditional music, dance, and costumes. Originally held to prepare tribes for warfare and celebrate community identity, today they serve as festive gatherings promoting Scottish culture worldwide, combining athletic prowess with heritage displays in a spirited, communal atmosphere.