Kern County Scottish Games & Gathering
- Dates
- Expected April 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Kern County Fairgrounds
- Price
- $25 to $30
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Sep 1, 2026
Kern County Scottish Games & Gathering comes to Kern County Fairgrounds, Bakersfield, CA, Expected April 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Kern County Scottish Games & Gathering is Bakersfield's Scottish Highland Games, staged each spring at the Kern County Fairgrounds by the Kern County Scottish Society. The two-day gathering pairs Scottish heavy athletics such as the caber toss and hammer throw with marching pipe and drum competitors, a March of the Clans, clan and genealogy displays, sheepdog herding demonstrations, Highland and Irish dance, live Celtic music on multiple stages, and Scottish food and vendors
Last time around (2026)
The 2026 Kern County Scottish Games & Gathering was held April 18 and 19, 2026 at the Kern County Fairgrounds, adding a new Kids Games area alongside the heavy athletics, pipe and drum competition, clans, dancing and live Celtic music
The games
Heavy athletics
Scottish heavy athletics anchor the games, with the caber toss, hammer throw, shot put, weight for height (weight over the bar) and tug o' war among the contests
Pipe bands & Highland dance
Marching pipe and drum competitors, a March of the Clans and the Queen and her Court feature alongside Highland dance shows
Clans & genealogy
Clan tents and genealogy and family-history displays let visitors trace their Scottish roots, with a March of the Clans through the grounds
Taking part
Live Scottish and Irish music, including Celtic rock and acoustic bands, plays on multiple stages, with sheepdog herding demonstrations, dance shows, and food and merchandise vendors rounding out the day
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
Nearest airport BFL.
How do I get to Kern County Scottish Games & Gathering?
By car
Most people drive to Kern County Scottish Games & Gathering. The nearest major airport is BFL, 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
On site parking available. Parking is available at the Fairgrounds lot
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Map shows the centre of Bakersfield. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Kern County Fairgrounds
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