Highland Games 2025 Banner Elk. The grandfather mountain highland games and gathering of scottish clans, held in macrae meadows at the base of grandfather mountain, features plenty of bagpipes, scottish athletics, highland melodies, celtic cuisine, crafts aplenty. Blaring bagpipes, astounding athletes, delicate dancers, rocking celtic music and a spectacular highland setting make this colorful celebration of scottish culture one of the most highly acclaimed highland games in the country.

Every day until july 14, 2025 location: The grandfather mountain highland games is full of scottish cultural experiences that range from clan tents, dance competitions, musical expression and more!