Highland Games & Celtic festival
Libby, MT

Kootenai Highland Gathering

ExpectedExpected July 2027
Photo: Rennett Stowe from USA, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
Dates
Expected July 2027
Status
Expected
Venue
River Bend Restaurant Field
Price
$5 to $8
Camping
None on site
Last checked
Sep 1, 2026

Kootenai Highland Gathering comes to River Bend Restaurant Field, Libby, MT, Expected July 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.

The experience

What's special

The Kootenai Highland Gathering brings Celtic games to the Kootenai Valley near Libby, Montana, at the River Bend field about 13 miles up Highway 37. The weekend features classic Scottish and Irish athletic competitions, pipes and drums, an introduction of the clans, vendors and food, with free Celtic music and dancing on Friday evening

The games

Heavy athletics

The gathering is built around Celtic athletic games, classic Scottish and Irish competitions from the days of old

Pipe bands & Highland dance

Pipes and drums, pipers and dancers are part of the weekend, with Friday evening free Celtic music and dancing by Broken Whistle from Spokane

Clans & genealogy

A grand entry and introduction of the clans takes place at noon on Saturday, with Scottish and Irish clan representatives on hand

Taking part

The weekend includes vendors, entertainment throughout Saturday, kids' games and food, set in the Kootenai Valley near Libby

See it before you go

A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.

Getting there

Nearest airport FCA.

How do I get to Kootenai Highland Gathering?

By car

Most people drive to Kootenai Highland Gathering. The nearest major airport is FCA, 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.

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Where

Map shows the centre of Libby. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.

Venue

River Bend Restaurant Field

Accessibility & comfort

What the organiser or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.

AgesFamily-friendly; gates open at 9 a.m. Saturday for the games
ChildrenChildren 10 and under are free, with kids' games on the schedule

Confirm your specific needs with the organiser's access team before you travel.

Pricing

Most recent pricing
$5 to $8 per person
A guide only. Prices change, so confirm the current price on the official ticket page before you buy.

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