Taynuilt Highland Games

Taynuilt Highland Games Annual Highland Games held in village of Taynuilt happening this year on Saturday 18th July 2026

It started with a sound in the distance.Then it got closer. Until suddenly the whole street was filled with pipes and ki...
28/07/2026

It started with a sound in the distance.

Then it got closer. Until suddenly the whole street was filled with pipes and kilts and people lining the pavements, phones up, hearts full ๐Ÿ’–

From the Inn all the way through to the field, the village knew it was the day of the Games!

๐ŸŽถ Week of Beautiful Moments | The Parade through the village!

They say the event passed flying colours but we say it was Flying Kilts!This is our collection of the most cinematic sce...
23/07/2026

They say the event passed flying colours but we say it was Flying Kilts!

This is our collection of the most cinematic scenes from the 2026 Games. The ones that remind you why this field, this village, and this day are unlike anything else and the kilts didn't stay still for a second.

Thank you .todd_visuals, for this amazing set of images that made this series possible! You've been an incredible addition to our game highlights and capturing the perfect moments!

Week of Beautiful Moments | Day 2

The Real Heavy Lifters ๐Ÿƒโ€โžก๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธโ€โžก๏ธ!Not only was the day about sunshine, it was about the giggles, the big spirits and ta...
22/07/2026

The Real Heavy Lifters ๐Ÿƒโ€โžก๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธโ€โžก๏ธ!

Not only was the day about sunshine, it was about the giggles, the big spirits and taking the culture forward.

The kids, already finding their way on the same field their grand parents once stood on.

They lit our hearts and filled our day with their smiles!

Next up - Flying Kilts! ๐Ÿ‘€

Watch this space!

๐Ÿ… Week of Beautiful Moments | The Real Heavy Lifters - 01

That's the Taynuilt Highland Games 2026! Done & what a day it was! โœจ The sunshine showed up and the smiles never left. F...
21/07/2026

That's the Taynuilt Highland Games 2026! Done & what a day it was! โœจ

The sunshine showed up and the smiles never left. From the first pipe at 10am to the very last cheer of the afternoon, this village reminded everyone - locals, visitors, tourists and strangers who are now friends; exactly what it's made of.

Thank you, to every single one of you,

๐Ÿ‹๏ธ To our incredible athletes and competitors, your sportsmanship was everything.
๐ŸŽถ To the pipe bands, you made the glen sing.
๐Ÿ’ƒ To the Highland dancers, grace, skill and heart on every step.
๐Ÿƒ To the novelty game participants, you made us proud and made us laugh in equal measure.
๐Ÿฆ To our stall vendors, food vans, ice cream vans and craft tent, you fed us, delighted us and made the field feel like the place everyone wanted to be.
โค๏ธ To our sponsors, none of this happens without you.
๐Ÿ‘ฎ To Police Scotland, thank you for escorting the parade through the village with such care.
๐Ÿช To our village post office and shop, having cash-back available all day made a real difference to so many people. Thank you.
๐Ÿ‘ To every spectator, family, tourist and friend who travelled to be here, you are what fills this field with life.
๐Ÿ™Œ To our volunteers, you are the quiet engine behind every single moment of this day. From set up week to the final marquee coming down. You are the best!!!

And to this village. More than a hundred years of this. Still going. Still proud. Still the best day of the year!

We have so many beautiful moments from the day that a handful of photos simply wouldn't do them justice. So we're doing something a little different.

This week, we're sharing a Week of Beautiful Moments starting tomorrow with what we're calling simply: The Essence of the Games ๐Ÿ˜

Stay with us. You'll want to see these!

More than a hundred years of this village gathering on one field!Tomorrow is that day again! All the essentials that you...
17/07/2026

More than a hundred years of this village gathering on one field!
Tomorrow is that day again!

All the essentials that you need to know in this one post.

Tickets at the gate:
Adults ยฃ8 | Children ยฃ5 | Concessions ยฃ4 | Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children) ยฃ20
Card payments welcome
Free parking - first come, first served

The village will be busy tomorrow - give yourself a little extra time and arrive early to make the most of the day.

Everyone is welcome! Let's make tomorrow the best one yet!

Tomorrow, the field comes alive and a huge part of that is down to the incredible people setting up/planning their stall...
17/07/2026

Tomorrow, the field comes alive and a huge part of that is down to the incredible people setting up/planning their stalls today.

Before the gates even open, we want to say thank you to all these amazing vendors here making the day bright,

๐ŸŽก Kids rides
๐Ÿ” Food vendors
๐Ÿฆ Ice cream vans
๐Ÿฅ Baked goods
๐Ÿงถ Craft tent
โค๏ธ Charity stalls

and so many more joining us on the field tomorrow.

A Scottish summer day is many things but it's made infinitely better by every single one of you showing up, and making Taynuilt the place everyone wants to be.

We'll see you bright and early. And we promise the crowd will find you!

These past few weeks, something lovely has been happening โœจ You've been commenting. Telling us about the events that stu...
17/07/2026

These past few weeks, something lovely has been happening โœจ

You've been commenting. Telling us about the events that stuck with you, the moments you still talk about, the days on this field you haven't forgotten.

So tomorrow, while our incredible athletes are out there doing what they've trained all year for; we're throwing the field open to you too!

Novelty events. Open participation. No training required, no excuses accepted. Afternoon!

Taynuilt Highland Games I 18th July 2026

 Some things in Taynuilt simply endure. The same field. The same games. The same village showing up for itself, year aft...
16/07/2026



Some things in Taynuilt simply endure. The same field. The same games. The same village showing up for itself, year after year, generation after generation.

The kids who watched the caber toss in these photos? Some of them are throwing it now. New faces always welcome. Like our own ๐Ÿ’–

Be part of our story. Don't forget to tag us in your game day pictures, we'd love to feature them proudly!

18th July 2026 I Taynuilt Highland Games

Yesterday was gorgeous and the squad were out on the field making sure everything is exactly right for Saturday! Marquee...
15/07/2026

Yesterday was gorgeous and the squad were out on the field making sure everything is exactly right for Saturday! Marquees going up, lines being marked, the whole field taking shape. It's the part most people never see, but it's where the magic actually starts.

If the weather holds and we've got everything crossed, here's what to bring:

โ˜€๏ธ Sunscreen
โ˜‚๏ธ A brollie just in case (this is Scotland, and it makes you absolutely weatherproof)
๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ Your most fashionable hat and sunglasses

A few things to know before you arrive:
๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking is on a first come, first served basis. Just follow our attendants and they'll get you sorted.

๐Ÿ‹๏ธ First events kick off from 10am
๐ŸŽถ Parade through the village at 1pm

We'll see you on the field Saturday! Stay hydrated!

18th July 2026 | Taynuilt Highland Games

Thinking of taking part this year?Here's everything you need to know!For almost all events, you can register on the day....
14/07/2026

Thinking of taking part this year?
Here's everything you need to know!

For almost all events, you can register on the day. Just turn up, sign up, and get involved. That's what the Games are all about ๐Ÿ˜Ž

A couple of things to note before you come:

1. Highland Dancing entries close on Wednesday 16th July at 11.30pm.
*PDF entry form on the highland dancing post.

2. Heavies competitors: kilts are compulsory on the field. No kilt, no throw.

3. Don't forget the usual cheer and extra joy โœจ

Everything else? We'll see you on the day.

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Taynuilt Games Field
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