Las Vegas Highland Games & Celtic Festival
- Dates
- Apr 17 to 18, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Craig Ranch Regional Park
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Las Vegas Highland Games & Celtic Festival returns to Craig Ranch Regional Park, North Las Vegas, NV, Apr 17 to 18, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Las Vegas Highland Games & Celtic Festival celebrates Celtic heritage in the desert at Craig Ranch Regional Park in North Las Vegas, run by the Las Vegas Celtic Society since 2004. The weekend brings heavy Scottish athletics with the caber toss and hammer throw, bagpipes and drums, Highland and Irish dance, clan tents and clan tracing, whiskey tastings and beer gardens, and a main stage of Celtic acts such as the Wicked Tinkers and The Ploughboys
Last time around (2026)
The 20th annual Las Vegas Celtic Festival and Highland Games was held April 18 and 19, 2026 at Craig Ranch Regional Park, marking two decades of Celtic music, food and dancing, whiskey tasting, bagpipes, beer gardens and heavy Highland athletics
The games
Heavy athletics
Heavy Scottish athletics are a core draw, with contests such as hammer throwing and the caber toss
Pipe bands & Highland dance
Bagpipes and drums, including the Las Vegas Pipe Band, feature alongside Highland and Irish dance and a piping and drumming programme
Clans & genealogy
Clan tents and clan tracing connect visitors with their heritage, supported by the St. Andrews Society of Southern Nevada and the Southern Nevada Sons and Daughters of Erin
Taking part
A main stage lineup of Celtic acts such as the Wicked Tinkers, The Ploughboys, Killian's Angels and John McLean Allan plays across the weekend, alongside whiskey tastings, beer gardens, food, dancing and vendors
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
Nearest airport LAS.
How do I get to Las Vegas Highland Games & Celtic Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Las Vegas Highland Games & Celtic Festival. The nearest major airport is LAS, 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
Taxi & rideshare
Rideshare and taxi run from Harry Reid International Airport to Craig Ranch Regional Park in North Las Vegas
Book / info →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
Venue
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Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Las Vegas Highland Games & Celtic Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 2
3900 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Link coming soon3799 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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