# Event Details - **Event Name**: San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Scotland Returns to San Diego San Diego Scottish Highland Games Celebrate 50th Anniversary in a New, More Accessible Location The spirit of Scotland returns bigger than ever as the 50th Annual San Diego Scottish Highland Games take place Saturday and Sunday, June 20–21, 2026, at a brand-new venue: Mission Valley River Park. Celebrating five decades of Scottish heritage, athleticism, music, and community, the milestone event introduces a new central San Diego location designed to make the festival more comfortable, accessible, and convenient for attendees of all ages. The expansive river park setting offers more shade, abundant on-site parking with no shuttle required, and fully paved pathways throughout the grounds, making it easy to navigate for strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility devices. Located directly at the Stadium Trolley Station, the venue also provides safe, convenient access via light rail and rideshare services. “This new location allows us to elevate the experience for both longtime fans and first-time visitors,” said event organizers. “It’s more accessible, more comfortable, and perfectly suited for celebrating our 50th year.” Festivalgoers can expect all the beloved traditions that have defined the Games for generations, including: Heavy Athletics, featuring iconic events like the Caber Toss Highland Dance competitions, now held outdoors Bagpipe & Drum bands performing throughout the day Scottish clans & heritage societies Sheepdog trials, a longtime crowd favorite Celtic vendors, food, beverages, and kids’ activities The Mission Valley location also places attendees close to numerous hotels and short-term rentals, ranging from family-friendly options to upscale accommodations, and sits conveniently between Highways 8, 15, and 805. Event Schedule: Gates open: 8:00 a.m. Opening ceremony: 9:00 a.m. Closing ceremony: 5:00 p.m. Both days: Saturday & Sunday, June 20–21, 2026 Tickets: Tickets will be available at the gate for $5–$20, with discounted early-bird tickets available online ONLY at https://sdhighlandgames.org/tickets . Advance purchase is encouraged to reduce wait times at entry. For full event details, schedules, and ticket information, visit SDHighlandGames.org **** Important message to protect yourself against scams **** ONLY buy tickets securely, through our site. Any individuals or third parties claiming to have tickets, vendor or participant registrations etc, are NOT authorized by San Diego Scottish Highland Games. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-diego/san-diego-scottish-highland-games-50th-anniversary/200029612355740 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, kids, contests, performances, sports, festivals, music, dance, dance-competition - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 5127 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: San Diego - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: 2025 River Park Road San Diego, CA 92108 - **lat**: 32.7826 - **long**: -117.12471 - **full address**: 2025 River Park Road San Diego, CA 92108, San Diego, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/de9a51e3e6d55bae0cc64a80cc55f9c052dfdf5567b9e28c8d3af7dd5f1b38e3-rimg-w1200-h675-dc163865-gmir?v=1781716067 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary being held? - **A:** San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 2025 River Park Road San Diego, CA 92108, San Diego, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary? - **A:** San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary is organized by San Diego Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** San Diego Scottish Highland Games 50th Anniversary is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Diego, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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