Great Basin Scottish
Highland Games
September 13th-14th, 2025
Presented by Northern Nevada Throwing Company
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Games With A History
Welcome to the Great Basin Scottish Highland Games (GBSHG), where you can immerse yourself in the rich history and traditions of Scottish Highland heritage. Presented by The Northern Nevada Throwing Company, this family-friendly event celebrates Scottish culture and the great Highland games. Exhilarating games and plenty of entertainment will be enjoyed. Listen to the soul-stirring sounds of bagpipes, marvel at the Highland Coos, and witness beard competitions that showcase the best facial hair creations. Explore the vendor area, where you’ll find unique gifts and Scottish merchandise, and discover fascinating genealogy displays that delve into the history of Scottish clans.
Experience The Culture
Celebrating ancestral tradition, these unique events bring a taste of Scottish heritage to the Truckee Meadows area, featuring competitions like Stone Throw, Hammer Throw, Weight for Distance, Weight Over Bar, Sheaf Toss, and Caber Toss. Witness the impressive displays of strength, balance, and skill while enjoying beard competitions, coos, bagpipes, kilts, and vendors for an unforgettable experience.
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Come and experience the magic of the Highland Games, featuring a wide range of traditional Scottish competitions. Watch in awe as athletes compete in events like the Stone Throw, Hammer Throw, Weight for Distance, Weight Over Bar, Sheaf Toss, and Caber Toss, showcasing their strength, balance, and skill.
Testimonials
"As a sponsor of the event, we are always impressed with the Athleticism of the competitors and professional of the organizers, this is a wonderful family-friendly event that opens the door to the legacy of Scottish Traditions"
Courtney
Business Sponsor
"Competing in the Great Basin Highland Games is an exceptional honor, through months of rigorous practice and training we are able to share the true art and history of the Games with our community. "
Sam
Competitor
"The great Basin Highland Games allow us an opportunity to learn a little about the ancestry of my family, enjoy great vendors and watch some world-class athletes compete."
Brittney
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Attend The Highland Games?
Whether you have Scottish roots or simply appreciate Scottish culture, the Great Basin Scottish Highland Games is an experience not to be missed. Join us for a day filled with excitement, entertainment, and the enduring spirit of Scottish heritage.