Saturday 16th August 2025
Stirling Highland Games and International Gathering
Stirling Highland Games
Welcome to the Official Home of the Stirling Highland Games and International Gathering. It’s a cherished annual cultural sporting extravaganza nestled in the heart of central Scotland. Stirling is a great base to explore Scotland from with Bridge of Allan & Dunblane nearby. You can also have days out to the breathtaking Loch Lomond & the Trossachs which is only a 30-minute drive; or slightly further to Edinburgh or Glasgow.
The Gathering
Our International Gathering can draw in a vibrant crowd of up to 8000 visitors annually. Our transformative event offers you a Great Day Out, seamlessly blending tradition, athletic competition, and entertainment. Beyond the thrilling competitions, Stirling Highland Games also acts as a hands-on learning experience for young people.
Stirling can now trace the roots of our Highland Games back to 1818. The Stirling Chapmen first introduced Highland pursuits such as ‘Tilting at the Ring,’ ‘Foot Races,’ and ‘Horse Races.’ Today, we proudly showcase a myriad of traditional Highland games, from the iconic heavyweights including the caber toss to the elegant Highland dancing; from the track & field to the para-athletes competing in the Adaptive Heavyweights competition, captivating spectators with their strength and determination.
The Location
Stirling’s Highland Games is set within Stirling Sports Village, 1 mile east of the city centre. Our games field offers amazing panoramic views of the National Wallace Monument, Cambuskenneth Abbey, and Stirling Castle. As proud members of the Royal Scottish Highland Games Association, we curate a full schedule of competitions including Athletics, Youth Running, Cycling, and Heavyweights with more details on our What’s On page.
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Whats On at The Games
SATURDAY 16TH AUGUST 2025
Find out what’s on at this year’s event on August 16th so you can plan for your weekend in Stirling.
“On behalf of the Stirling Highland Games Committee, we look forward to welcoming you all to our highland games event and trust you will have an amazing experience in one of Scotland’s most historical cities.”
Matt McGrandles, Stirling Highland Games President
2013 to present
Visit Scotland
SATURDAY 16TH AUGUST 2025
You won’t get any argument from the Stirling Highland Games Committee here. Your visit to Scotland will be epic and Stirling should definetely be on your to-visit list when you are here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Competitor Entry
Find out more about how you can compete at Stirling Highland Games this year.