About US
About Us
Stirling Highland Games is Stirling’s leading annual outdoor cultural sporting event. We have a dedicated volunteer committee and group that share a passion to provide visitors with an amazing authentic cultural experience whilst delivering a professional sporting competition.
Stirling welcomes visitors from all over the world, to enjoy watching our traditional Highland games competitions, taste some of Scotland’s award-winning food and drink produce and experience some creative arts performances.
Visitors can also enjoy an arts and crafts market, an on-site heritage tour, and some activities challenges for the kids including visitor races on the track.
Stirling also stands out as a transformational event as it provides a practical learning experience for young people.
We believe our visitor desination event has something for everyone to enjoy including being one of the most affordable day outs in Stirling.
Stirling Highland Games Committee
LATEST NEWS
Step Into History: See the Stirling Bridge Sword Unveiled at the Stirling Highland Games
This summer, history will come alive in spectacular style at the Stirling Highland Games, with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the first public display of a legendary sword used in the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297. This remarkable event is more than a celebration of strength and tradition—it’s a deep dive into the heart
Stirling Highland Games Remembers Alan Rennie Editor in Chief of the Stirling Observer
The Stirling Highland Games committee fondly remember the Editor in Chief of the Stirling Observer as they hear of his passing this July. Matt McGrandles, SHG President said, “It was really sad news to hear that Alan had passed. Mary and Alan were huge supporters of the Stirling Highland Games and as the 2004 Chieftain,
Kings Park Hospital Supports Stirling Highland Games Track Bibs
Stirling Highland Games track and field Supporting Partners, Kings Park Hospital, are proud to sponsor the event once again. Liz, Executive Director, and Alex, Director of Operations, were on hand to show the new bibs for this year’s competition! Liz added, ‘’We are delighted to be supporting Ceangail and the Stirling Highland Games this summer. It’s
Stirling Chieftain
Find out who the Stirling Highland Games committee have asked to be Chieftain this year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please check out some of the most frequently asked questions about Stirling Highland Games.
Plant A Tree
We are asking our stakerholders to join us and plant a tree in the Caledonia Forest to offset some emissions.
Timeline
The Stirling Highland Games timeline dates back to 1805 at present with more research findings to come.
Discover Stirling
Discover Stirling Highland Games and it's amazing history that connects it to Stirling Castle and more.
Royal Scottish Highland Games Association
The Royal Scottish Highland Games Association [RSHGA] is the sports governing body for Scottish Highland Games.
Armed Forces Covenant
In 2022 Stirling Highland Games became the 1st highland games in the UK to sign the Armed Forces Covenant.
Supporting The Third Sector
The Stirling Highland Games event provides Ceangail CIC with a practical learning experience for young people aged between 16 and 40.
Our event has provided a positive practical learning experience for up to 170 young people since 2014, as part of their journey toward employment or other positive destination.