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7/16/2009 - 7/19/2009Antigonish Highland Games
Antigonish,
Canada
The town of Antigonish recorded its first Highland Games in 1836 and has continued the tradition ever since. Traditional events continue to form the core of the Games, and these include tug-of-war, Scottish heavyweight events, a five-mile road race, massed pipe bands, Highland dancing competitions, solo piping and drumming competitions and march past of the clans.Over the years many other social events have been added. A kilted golf tournament has proved popular, and there are various clan suppers, a Concert Under the Stars, Beer Tent Ceilidh and a Grand Street Parade from Saint Francis Xavier University down Main Street to the venue site at Columbus Field.
Themes:
Pop(ular)
, Spectacle
, Entertainment
, History
, Exhibitions
, Dance
, Culture
, Food & Drink
, Sport
, Music
Hours: Various day and evening events.
Cost: Various.
Where: Columbus Field
Main Street
(In case of rain, contact the Antigonish Highland Society Office for alternative venue information)
Antigonish, Canada
Getting there:
Road: Antigonish is on the north side of Nova Scotia, approximately 240km (150 miles) northeast of Halifax
Contact Information:
Antigonish Highland Society
274 Main Street
Antigonish
Nova Scotia
B2G 2C4
Canada
Telephone: +1 (902) 863 4275
Email: info@antigonishhighlandgames.com
Website: www.antigonishhighlandgames.com
