Events making their debut in 2024
Since 2020, numerous Highland games and festivals, such as the Cupar Games in Scotland which had been celebrated for 137 years, have disbanded. Witnessing the closure of any Highland Games […]
Shake Your Shamrocks! Get Ready for St. Patrick’s Day!
While we specialize in promoting Scottish Highand Games and Festivals, we can’t help but spread the love by listing some fun things to do for St. Paddy’s day! Whether you’re […]
Tartan Feature Part Two: Tartans of Canada
With Tartan Day quickly approaching in April, I thought I would add the second installment of the Tartan series I started in October which began with the Tartans of the […]
Athlete Spotlight: Meagan McKee – 4X World Champion
For those of you in the athletic division of the Highland Games, then this lady needs no introduction! For everyone else, let me introduce you! Meet Meagan McKee, your 4x […]
December Athlete Spotlight: John Van Beuren 2022 and 2023 World Champion
Sometimes referred to as John “The Mountain” Van Beuren, that title is no joke as he steps in at whopping 6’8″ and 320lbs! John started his journey as a collegiate thrower […]
Five Holiday Gift Ideas for 2023
It’s that time of year! Whether you’re shopping for your lass, your lad, your wee one, or even for yourself, I have compiled a list of five gift ideas for […]
November Athlete Spotlight: Jarvina Routt, Pro Highland Games Thrower
If you’re not familiar with Jarvina Routt, you should be! She holds the world record for the 3rd furthest throw in women’s history (28lbs at a whopping 52’1″) in addition […]
Tartan Feature Part One: State Tartans of the U.S.A.
Have you ever wondered what your state’s tartan might look like, or if your state has a tartan at all? With the amount of Scottish settlers that came to North […]
Modern-day Halloween vs. the ancient customs of Samhain/Samhuinn
The Halloween celebrations we see today are vastly different from the original Samhain/Samhuinn traditions and practices of the past. This is for many reasons including the Christian restructuring of the […]
Scottish Gaelic Words for Halloween!
Impress your friends and family by using some Scottish Gaelic words on Halloween! Compiled by Scottish couple, Lauren and Peter, from the travel blog https://www.oursocalledlife.co.uk, they have compiled a list of […]
