Quechee Scottish Games and Festival

Celebrate Tradition at Quechee Scottish Games

Step onto the field and experience decades of timeless tradition! Immerse yourself in the vibrant essence of Scottish culture as clans encircle the main field, Highland Dancers gracefully take the stage, and the sound of the pipes fill the air from all directions. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Scottish heritage, where generations unite to create cherished memories.

Join us at Quechee Polo Field in Vermont on Saturday, August 23, 2025.

Featured performers this year are Jerry Bell, Folk singer and entertainer, accompanied by Boston Celtic musicians, as well as local favourites The Rebel Collective.

In addition to live performances from our guest artists, sheep dog demonstrations, and pipe bands, there are various activities all day for families with kids. Famed accordionist Alex Cumming will host a kids ceilidh, there will be an Instrument Petting Zoo with Vermont Folklife and Young Tradition Vermont, plus the Quechee Quest Family Scavenger Hunt!

Schedule:

8:30 Solo Piping Begins - Piping Area

9:00 Athletics Begin - AthleticsField

Highland Dance Pre-Premier- Dance Tent

9:00- 3:15 Quechee Quest for Families - QQ Tent

10:30 Sheep Dog Demo - Hillside

12:00 Opening Ceremonies, Clan Parade, Massed Fling -

Parade Field

12:45 1:15 Kids Ceilidh - Parade Field

1: 00 Highland Dance Intermediates & Premiers- Dance Tent

1:15 Drum Major Competition - Parade Field

Sheep Dog Demo - Hillside

1:30 Athletics resume - Athletics Field

Vermont Folklife at SASVT Tent

2:00 Band Competition - Parade Field

2:45 Sheep Dog Demo - Hillside

3:30 - Kids Ceilidh - Parade Field

4:00 Closing Ceremonies, Presentation of Awards - Parade Field