Dunedin Highland Games & Festival
- Dates
- Expected April
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Highlander Park
- Price
- $25
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Dunedin Highland Games & Festival's next dates haven't been announced yet. The last festival was 11 April 2026 in Dunedin, FL. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Dunedin Highland Games & Festival is promoted as the only Scottish Highland Games in Florida, held each April in Highlander Park in Dunedin near the Gulf coast. The one-day Scottish festival packs world-class piping, elite heavy athletics and Highland dance into a waterfront setting, with pipe bands, a noon Parade of Clans, sheep dogs, live Celtic music, Scottish food and an adjoining craft beer festival
What people love
First-time visitors describe an amazing time exploring their family heritage, and reviewers praise the large, easy-to-access grounds and entertaining bands. The most common gripe has been long food lines and a wish for more food vendors
Last time around (2026)
The 58th annual Dunedin Highland Games returned to Highlander Park on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with heavy athletics, solo piping and drumming, pipe band competition, Highland dancing and a Parade of Clans at noon on the main field
The games
Heavy athletics
The Dunedin Highland Games features Scottish heavy athletics, described by the organizers as elite heavy athletics alongside world class piping and the grace of Highland dance
Pipe bands & Highland dance
The day includes solo piping and drumming, pipe band competition and Highland dancing, with a Pipe Band March and a Ceilidh among the scheduled events
Clans & genealogy
Opening ceremonies at noon on the main field feature a Parade of Clans, and clan tents let visitors explore Scottish family history
Taking part
Alongside the competitions, visitors can watch sheep dog demonstrations and enjoy live Celtic music, Scottish food and craft beer at the adjoining Dunedin Celtic Music and Craft Beer Festival
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
How do I get to Dunedin Highland Games & Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Dunedin Highland Games & Festival. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
No on site parking. Use nearby lots or transit. General parking is remote with a complimentary shuttle to Highlander Park
🚙 Car hire
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There is no on site parking at the venue, so if you are hiring a car it is worth sorting nearby parking or a park and ride before you go.
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Where
Map shows the centre of Dunedin. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Highlander Park
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Dunedin Highland Games & Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 2
3939 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL 33762
Link coming soon3535 Ulmerton Road, FL 33762
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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