Ottawa 
Events Description
Celebrate the Scottish culture and heritage of the Ottawa Valley at the 41st annual North Lanark Highland Games in Almonte Ontario on 22 August 2026. The Games offer a traditional format and size attracting about 3,000 visitors, with numerous pipe bands, dancers and champion heavyweight athletes combining to present what is recognized as one of the Ottawa Valley’s premier summer events. Includes Mini-Highland Children’s Games and free admission for kids 11 & under. With the picturesque Mississippi River as the backdrop, the Almonte Games have a reputation not only as having the prettiest site but also as being the friendliest Games on the Ontario circuit.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $15-$20
> $15 Early Bird online (25% off) and at select local retailers, only until 31Jul
> $20 from 1Aug onward (any/all sale locations including gate/online/local)
> 11 & Under – Free
(+applicable online/card fees)
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Saturday August 22, 2026 | 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Venue & Address
Almonte Fairgrounds, 195 Water St, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0
Wheelchair accessible
Free Parking
Paid Parking
Free near-site parking and shuttle. Limited on-site parking first come first serve for $15 (no in-and-out privileges).
Free near-site parking and shuttle.
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