Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games
- Dates
- Expected September 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Kindleberger Park
- Price
- Free
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games's 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. The last festival was 12 September 2026 in Parchment, MI. Froligo tracks free-entry details, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games has been a free, family-friendly staple of southwest Michigan for more than 30 years, held each September in Kindleberger Park in Parchment. Visitors can watch Highland athletics and sword play, hear the pipes roar from the Kalamazoo Pipe Band, see Highland dancers, meet the clans to trace their Scottish roots, and browse a merchant market and Scottish food, all at no charge
Last time around (2025)
The 2025 Kalamazoo Scottish Festival was held Saturday, September 6, 2025 in Kindleberger Park, a free day of Highland athletics, music, piping, dancing and cultural exhibitions
The games
Heavy athletics
Highland athletics are contested through the day, with opening ceremonies at 9:00 am and sword play among the demonstrations
Pipe bands & Highland dance
Live performances feature the Kalamazoo Pipe Band and Highland dancers, including the Auburn Glen Highland Dancers
Clans & genealogy
Visitors can meet the clans and learn more about their Scottish roots, with the association affiliated to the Council of Scottish Clans and Associations
Taking part
The free day includes a whisky tasting fundraiser, a merchant market craft show, wheelbarrow races, Celtic music and Scottish food
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
Nearest airport AZO.
How do I get to Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games?
By car
Most people drive to Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games. The nearest major airport is AZO, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. 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
Cost Free.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
Kindleberger Park
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Kalamazoo Scottish Festival and Highland Games?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 3
2610 Airview Boulevard, Kalamazoo, MI 49002
Link coming soon1550 East Kilgore Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Link coming soon1500 East Kilgore Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Accessibility & comfort
What the organiser or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
Official site kalamazooscottishfest.org checked; no accessibility, ADA or disabled access information published. Ask the organiser via the site
Confirm your specific needs with the organiser's access team before you travel.
Pricing
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