53rd Annual Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering

Immerse yourself in a day in Scotland at the 53rd Annual Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering! Hosted by the Scottish Society of Charleston, this event draws over 8,000 attendees and stands as the second oldest gathering in the southeast. Renowned as one of the most welcoming Games in the U.S., this year promises elevated excitement and joy in the Lowcountry. Secure your tickets now and prepare for a Scottish adventure!

THIS IS A RAIN-OR-SHINE EVENT.

🚨When you buy your ticket pay attention to what you are buying your ticket for.🚨

🌟Highlight of Events:

🗓️Friday, November 1st, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

What: Calling of the Clans Ceilidh

📍Where: Riverfront Park - 1061 Everglades Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405

Ticket Info:

• General Admission: $20
• Kids 12 and Under - FREE
• Friday Night Scotch Tasting Ticket - Don't delay as tickets sell out quickly! $60

🗓️Saturday, November 2nd, 8:00 am -5:00 pm

What: 53rd Annual Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering

📍Where: Riverfront Park - 1061 Everglades Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405

🎟️Ticket Info:

• Children 5 and Under: Free
• Children Aged 6 -12: $5
• General Admission: $35
• Day of General Admission: $45
• Patron Package Admission - For one: $160 | For Two: $300
• Scotch Whisky Tasting sold @ the 53rd Charleston Scottish Games

Saturday Tasting - Tokens must be purchased separately at the Whisky Tasting Venue on the day of the Games.

Scots are proud of their whisky! It’s no wonder – after all, the term ‘whisky’ comes from the Gaelic uisge beatha, which translates as the ‘water of life’. And anything called the ‘water of life’ must be worthy of a bit of a celebration, surely?

Our Scotch-tasting tent will feature top distillers from all over Scotland. You can opt for a ticket that provides entry to a whisky class where you will have the chance to try special and rare malts and go on a remarkable whisky journey, or you can simply purchase tokens and try the whisky of your choice!

Our History

With its inaugural event in 1971, the Charleston Scottish Games & Highland Gathering is the second oldest event of its kind in the southeast. Drawing visitors from around the country and abroad, the Games brings in over 8,000 guests, immersing visitors in Scottish heritage and history.

“Where Scottish History & Heritage Go Hand in Hand”

The Scottish people have made a large impact on South Carolina, helping it to become the state it is today. From music and food, to political and scientific contributions, Scottish heritage is something to be celebrated and promoted in modern life. The Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering is on a mission to do just that. The Games showcases Scottish traditions, culture, and history in a fun and interactive way for people all over the world.

Host or Publisher Scottish Society of Charleston