Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
About this event
The Grandfather Mountain Highland Games is a cultural festival in Linville, North Carolina, at MacRae Meadows. The 2026 event takes place Jul 9–12, 2026. The biggest event in the High Country each year, this four-day Gathering of Scottish Clans at the base of Grandfather Mountain features Highland athletics, bagpipes, Celtic music, tartans, crafts, and Scottish cuisine. The 2026 games run July 9 through July 12 at MacRae Meadows in Linville.
Annual, second weekend of July (Thursday through Sunday)
Location & directions
MacRae Meadows, 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC 28646
Frequently asked questions
When is Grandfather Mountain Highland Games 2026?
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games takes place Jul 9–12, 2026 in Linville, North Carolina. Annual, second weekend of July (Thursday through Sunday)
Where is Grandfather Mountain Highland Games held?
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games is held in Linville, North Carolina, at MacRae Meadows, 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC 28646.
What is Grandfather Mountain Highland Games?
The biggest event in the High Country each year, this four-day Gathering of Scottish Clans at the base of Grandfather Mountain features Highland athletics, bagpipes, Celtic music, tartans, crafts, and Scottish cuisine.
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