North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games
- Dates
- Mar 20 to 21, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Point Mallard Park
- Price
- $9 to $18
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games returns to Point Mallard Park, Decatur, AL, Mar 20 to 21, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games celebrates Scottish heritage at Point Mallard Park in Decatur, where it moved for its 2026 debut and returns March 20-21, 2027. The Highland Games anchor the weekend with feats of strength like the hammer throw, stone put and caber toss, joined by pipe and drum bands, Celtic musicians, Highland dancers, family clan tents, tartans and family activities
What people love
Attendees recommend the festival and describe a fun day out, singling out the piping and the improved Point Mallard Park location, while some note the organizers have shifted the dates around from year to year
Last time around (2026)
The festival made its Decatur debut at Point Mallard Park in March 2026 with Highland games, bagpipes, pipe and drum bands, Highland dancers, clans and family activities, and attendees recommended it
The games
Heavy athletics
The Highland Games are the heart of the festival, with feats of strength such as the hammer throw, stone put and caber toss
Pipe bands & Highland dance
Pipe and drum bands and Celtic musicians perform throughout the weekend and Highland dancers showcase their artistry
Clans & genealogy
Clans gather with family clan tents, and clan registration is part of the event
Taking part
The weekend adds live music, cultural displays, crafts, tartans and keepsakes from vendors, food and family activities
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
How do I get to North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games?
By car
Most people drive to North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games. 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
Uber, Lyft and local taxi companies serve Huntsville International Airport for the short drive to Decatur
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 North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 3
5216 Messer Airport Highway, Birmingham, AL 35212
Link coming soon6101 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35212
Link coming soon5000 Richard Arrington Jr Boulevard North, Birmingham, AL 35212
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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