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San Diego Scottish
Highland Games
Mission Valley River Park
June 20-21, 2026

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Years of Operation
We were incorporated as an educational, non-profit organization in October 1974. In our 50+ year history, there have been ten Chieftains and the Games have been held at eight locations in and around San Diego. In 1984 we held our first two-day Games, in Balboa Stadium (since demolished) to accommodate the United States InterRegional Highland Dance Championships.
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Highland Games Information
TICKETS
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DIRECTIONS & PARKING
Plan your route & parking arrangements
FOOD & VENDORS
Learn who will be in attendance & how to become a vendor
SCOTTISH CLANS
Learn about the different clans who will be in attendance & how to host a booth
MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
See this year's lineup & how to perform at an upcoming event
COMPETITION EVENTS
Learn about Athletics, Highland Dance, Sheepdog Trials, and Pipe & Drum
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
See the full schedule of when all our activities will happen
OTHER FAQ
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