Scotland Connecticut Highland Games
- Dates
- Expected October 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Brooklyn Fairgrounds
- Price
- $25
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Scotland Connecticut Highland Games's 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. The last festival was 10 October 2026 in Brooklyn, CT. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Scotland Connecticut Highland Games is a one-day Scottish festival and Highland games, now in its 46th year and newly relocated to the Brooklyn, CT Fairgrounds after more than four decades at the Waldo Home Grounds in Scotland, Connecticut. The games feature Highland heavy athletics, pipe band and drum competitions, Highland dance, a Clan Village, harp and fiddle competitions, animals of Scotland, Scottish food and vendors, with attendees encouraged to wear a kilt
What people love
Feedback from the first year at the new Brooklyn Fairgrounds site praised the larger venue, the food and the volunteers, with some attendees suggesting more wheelchair-accessible parking and stages set closer for better sound
Last time around (2025)
The 2025 Highland Festival was the last edition at the longtime Waldo Home Grounds in Scotland, Connecticut before the 2026 move to the Brooklyn Fairgrounds, continuing the games' tradition of heavy athletics, piping and drumming, Highland dance and clan gatherings
The games
Heavy athletics
The games run Highland heavy athletics competitions, one of the festival's central draws
Pipe bands & Highland dance
Piping and drumming, pipe band and Highland dance competitions are held, with pipe band presentations during the day
Clans & genealogy
A Clan Village hosts clans and societies, and the opening ceremonies include a Flowers of the Forest remembrance for loved ones of Scottish heritage
Taking part
The day also features harp and fiddle tents and competitions, animals of Scotland, Scottish foods and vendors, and entertainment including Charlie Zahm and Tad Marks
See it before you go
A look at the Highland Games in general, not this specific event.
Getting there
How do I get to Scotland Connecticut Highland Games?
By car
Most people drive to Scotland Connecticut 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
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. Cost On-site parking is $5 in cash, paid to the Mortlake Fire Department.
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Venue
Brooklyn Fairgrounds
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Scotland Connecticut Highland Games?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 3
2100 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886
Link coming soon2138 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886
Link coming soon2081 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886
Link coming soonAirbnb & private camping
Brooklyn is a small rural Connecticut town; nearby Putnam, Dayville and Danielson carry more lodging inventory for the games weekend
Search Airbnb →No on-site camping is offered at this one-day fairgrounds event; Hipcamp listings in Windham County are the nearest private-land alternative
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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