Greater Moncton Highland Games

Greater Moncton Highland Games & Scottish Festival | New Brunswick, Canada

Schedule

Saturday, June 17

Admission $10/person (kids 12 & under free) OR $25/family (up to two adults & accompanying children) ** TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Gates Open

8am

It's a full day of fun! Competitions, entertainment, demonstrations, vendors, & more!

Piping, Drumming, & Pipeband Competitions

9am-4pm

Individual piping & drumming competitions in the morning, band competitions in the afternoon, followed by a Massed Bands performance at the Closing Ceremonies.

Heavy Events

9:30am-5pm

Watch regional Heavy Events athletes compete!

5K Tartan Run

10am

Grab your plaid & lace up your sneakers - it's time again for our 5K Tartan Run!

Sign up to run (or walk!) a 5km loop from the Highland Games site across to the Town of Riverview & back on the lovely Riverfront Trail.

Your race registration fee includes full day entry to the grounds on Saturday, as well as a kilt-shaped medal to add to your collection.

https://raceroster.com/events/2023/73933/5k-tartan-runwalk

Highland Dance Competition

9am-5pm

Individual Highland Dance competitions take place Saturday morning & afternoon.

Singlestick Sword Competition

10am-5pm

Singlestick has long been used to train for Broadsword and British Military Sabre use; it was even an Olympic event in 1904. Participants use a 36-inch long stick with leather basket to protect their hand – not unlike the Highland Baskethilt Broadsword. The tournament comprises three phases: Pools, Elimination, and Finals. The Finals feature the day’s four top fencers competing in three-minute rounds.

Demonstrations, Displays, & More!

10am-5pm

Throughout the Games' Site you'll find displays & demonstrations to enjoy, including:

Sheep herding & shearing

Weaving

Blacksmith

Clans & Associations

Petting zoo

Wagon rides

Bouncy castles

Face painting & Henna

Moonica the Milking Cow

Entertainment

10am-9pm

What day isn't made better with a little live music? Our Ceilidh Tent features the best in Maritime talent. Be sure to make time to enjoy the tunes.

Please note: Some schedule changes may occur. We will update as quickly as possible in that case.

Parking at the Games

Downtown Lots & Meters

There is no on-site public parking at the Highland Games. There are more than 600 on-street parking spots withing a short walk, as well as four city-owned parking lots nearby. City parking is free on weekends. You can find the detailed map at: Downtown Moncton Parking - Downtown Moncton

Drop & Go

The City has allowed for a 'drop & go' lane on Assomption Blvd at the Games' Main Gate. Passengers can be dropped safely at the entrance. We are planning an expanded turn around area to make this process smoother than last year.

Bike Racks & Walkers' Entrance

The City of Moncton will provide bike racks at both our Main Gate & the 'East Gate' which is accessible from the Riverfront Trail system - a great option if you've parked downtown.

Volunteers & Competitors

We thank Maritime Door & Window and Lafford Realty for allowing the use of their parking lots on Saturday, June 17. These spaces are first come, first served for Volunteers & Competitors. There will be a check in point at each location with a list of approved names.

Accessible Parking

We will have a dedicated area at the Main Gate for those with proper placards. This area is limited; first come, first served.

Fàilte!

Schedule

June 13 - 14, 2023

Tuesday, June 13

Wednesday, June 14

Wednesday, June 14

Friday, June 16

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