Programme of events
Please be aware that event times are subject to change.
09.30 – Glen Challenge: Walkers start at Corrimony
10.45 – Glen Challenge: Cyclists & runner start at Corrimony
11.40 – Glen Challenge: First arrivals expected at the Games arena
10.15 – Loch Ness Pipes and Drums lead local organisations parade
10.30 – Local Events Start
10.30 – Senior & Junior Piping Competition starts on the astro turf
11.30 – Demonstration by Black Dragon Scotland (tbc)
12.00 – Cheryl Heggie School of Dance display (tbc)
12.15 – Trophy Presentation: Local Events & Glen Challenge
12.30 – Mini Highland Games kids activities on the astro turf
12.45 – Official Opening and Pipe Band (Inverness British Legion)
12.45 – Open Events Start
13.00 – World Female Heavy Events Championship Starts
13.30 – Fraser School of Highland Dancing display (tbc)
13.20 – Open Track & Field events
14.00 – Chanter & Under 13 Piping Events (astro turf)
14.30 – Tug o’ War first pull
14.30 – Inverness British Legion Pipe Band Performance
15.00 – Achmony Hill Race
15.30 – Inverness British Legion Pipe Band Performance
16.15 – Tossing the Caber
16.30 – Inverness British Legion Pipe Band Performance
16.40 – Trophy Presentation: Open Events
16.55 – ‘Auld Scottish Race’ (all competitors must wear a kilt)
Are you an athlete and want to compete in this year’s games?
The Highland Games wouldn’t be the same without the incredible athletes who make this event such a unique happening. Whether you're a seasoned heavyweight, gravel biker, trail runner or so much more, there’s a place for you in the competition. If you’re ready to step up and be part of the action, we’d love to have you compete! Go ahead and register.
To enter the Glen challenge or the Achmony hill race, please visit the dedicated page of each event.
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