163rd VICTORIA HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL

Start: Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:00AM
End: Sunday, May 17, 2026 7:00PM

The Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival will host the 2026 Scottish Highland Games Women’s World Championship, for the first time in Canada. The Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival is a premier destination for those seeking the best in Scottish and Celtic music, dance, sport, and heritage. This year's festival will feature a full line up of entertainment including world and national drum major champions as well as 11 different pipe bands that will perform. There's Scottish Highland dancing competitions, Scottish country dancing, fiddling performances, Scottish and Celtic folk band in the entertainment tent, Scottish Clan and genealogy booths, historic military demonstrations and displays, Scottish and Celtic food, and merchandise vendors. The festival also offers a single malt whisky school and a wine-tasting school for adults 19 and over and a large free children's entertainment area. Tickets are available online through Eventbrite or at the gate. Children under 12 receive free admission. The Festival takes place rain or shine. This year's festival is shaping up to be one of the most unforgettable experiences yet, and we can't wait to welcome everyone to the celebration.