Celebrate the rich heritage of Scotland at the 48th Central Florida Scottish Highland Games
- Alastair Mac
- 1 hour ago
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This family-friendly festival has something for everyone from non-competitive “Kids Games”, to Celtic-rock bands, and whiskey tasting. It is an event you won't want to miss.
The Central Florida Scottish Highland Games, the largest community event in Seminole County, organized each year by the Scottish-American Society of Central Florida is back!
Each January, the two-day gathering welcomes thousands of visitors to Central Winds Park in Winter Springs, with the popular events organizers dedicated to promoting and preserving Scottish heritage.
This year's event, the 48th Central Florida Scottish Highland Games takes place on Saturday, January 17 and Sunday, January 189, 2026.
The festival begins on Saturday with competitions in Scottish heavy athletics, Highland dance, bagpiping, and baking. The weekend hosts cultural activities, including Border Collie demonstrations, Scottish clans, musical performances, a medieval camp, ax throwing, and more.
There is also the popular Boulder Boogie event, where contestants vie for bragging rights of carrying the heaviest stone the farthest distance without dropping it.
The festival is a family-friendly event featuring a non-competitive “Kids Games” version of Scottish athletics and other activities.
You will discover the best Celtic artisans presenting jewelry, clothing, artistry, weaponry, and more.
There is plenty of food and drink: beer, wine, whisky, fish-n-chips, scotch-egg, and even haggis tacos. The whiskey tasting welcomes attendees to sample expertly curated rare and unique whiskies. The Ceilidh, (Scottish gathering) features multiple Celtic-rock bands, all included with admission. There is something for everyone at the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games.
The Ceilidh, (Scottish gathering) features multiple Celtic-rock bands, all included with admission. There is something for everyone at the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games.
Tickets are on sale now—visit https://www.flascot.com/index.html for details.
Pack your folding chairs, water, sunscreen, and get ready for a full day of Scottish fun.
Get there early and consider using a ride-share service to avoid a parking hassle. There’s off-site parking with a complimentary shuttle available at Winter Springs Elementary School and Foundry Church.
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