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September 20–22, 2024
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EV Charging Stations Not Available
World-class athletes, live music and entertainment, Scottish food & drink, free seminars, demonstrations, Try Its and more. Experience the spirit of Scotland – distilled into a single weekend at the NH Highland Games & Festival.
During the Games, access to Loon requires an event ticket.
This three-day event is produced by NH Scot, a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote and preserve Scottish culture for future generations. Loon Mountain Resort is proud to have hosted this event for over 40 years.
Festival Highlights
Concerts
Each year, crowds gather at the NH Highland Games & Festival eager to enjoy Scottish and Gaelic music ranging from lively tunes and soulful ballads to tribal beats.
Seminars
Seminars include whisky & beer tasting as well as a look back at Scottish history. Demonstrations and workshops are also available for harp, fiddle, and Scottish country dancing.
Competitions
Competitions are held in Highland dance, piping and drumming, pipe bands, fiddle, and harp. Plus, don't miss the sheepdog trials.
Savor Scottish Delights
Enjoy meat pies, bridies, haggis, scotch eggs, and a variety of other unique treats at several food tents throughout the weekend. Traditional festival fare is also available.
Resort Activities
Enhance your Highland Games experience and enjoy additional Resort Activities.
Gondola Skyride
Load the White Mountain Express Gondola and travel up 1,738 vertical feet to the summt of Loon Peak. While you ride, you'll cross into the White Mountain National Forest and be surrounded by mountain peaks.
Open Friday–Sunday | 10:00AM–5:00PM
Purchase tickets at Octagon Lodge Guest Services window.
Kancamagus 8
Catch a ride on the Kancamagus 8, a high-speed state-of-the-art chairlift. View the Games from above and enjoy views of the fall foliage.
Open Saturday–Sunday | 10:00AM–5:00PM
Purchase tickets at Governor Adams Lodge Guest Services window.
American Express is the Official Payment Partner of the NH Highland Games & Festival. Card Members can enjoy exclusive access to the Members Tent throughout the event—stop by and show your card.
Parking
General parking for the Games is located in the towns of Lincoln & Woodstock. All parking is free. Please follow the signs to designated parking areas and ride free shuttle buses to Loon Mountain Resort. Shuttle buses will run from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm (Shuttle service hours will be extended as necessary). Know Your Shuttle Route! Each parking lot has a designated Shuttle Route (numbered 1, 2 or 3). Knowing the parking lot you parked in will help you get on the correct shuttle at the end of the day.
EV Charging Stations
The EV charging stations will not be available for use during the event.
Handicap Parking info
Park at Pemigewasset Base Camp at South Peak and you will be shuttled, via handicap-equipped bus, directly into the event grounds.
Evening Concerts and Events: For those attending evening events, parking is free and on-site at Loon Mountain Resort. Shuttle buses do not run for evening events.
Shuttle Routes
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Inn Seasons at Pollard Brook
Kancamagus Recreation Area
Nordic Inn
Rivergreen
Escape Route Parking Lots A, B, C, D, E
Bluegreen Vacations South Mountain
Riverwalk Resort
Jean's Playhouse
Lin-Wood School
The Lodge at Lincoln Station
Hampton Inn -
Maple Haven Campground
Ice Castle's
Deer Park
Woodstock Inn
Alpine Village
RiverBank Motel
Hobo Railroad
Holiday Inn Express
Community Center
Industrial Park -
Indian Head
Parkers Motel
Travel Lodge
Days Inn
Woodwards
Whale's Tale Waterpark
Quality Inn
Country Bumpkins
Clark's Bears
Know Before You Go
Pets
Only service animals are allowed on the grounds during the Highland Games. Pets are not permitted, and cannot be left in your vehicle. Please leave your pet at home.
Firearms
Firearms are not allowed on the grounds during the Highland Games.
Loon App
The Loon Mountain Resort App is your all access pass. Stay up to date with events, lifts, parking and shuttle notifications.
Download the App
Dress for Success
This is an outdoor event. Dress according to the weather, and wear comfortable footwear. Your feet will thank you.
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Glacial Caves
Activity
Explore Prehistoric Granite -
Disc Golf
Activity
18-Hole Mountaintop Course -
Mountaintop Weddings
Groups
Bring your love to new heights -
Herbert's Tower
Activity
Views from Mt Moosilauke to Mt Washington -
Hiking
Activity
Grab your hiking shoes and explore our scenic trail network. -
Summit Cafe
Dining
Dining with spectacular views