Capital District Scottish Games — September 4, 2027
Everything Happening at the Games
From world-class pipe bands, Celtic rock, and heavy athletics to clan genealogy, Highland dancing, and authentic Scottish fare — plan your day at the Altamont Fairgrounds.
Purchase Tickets
Save with advance all-in online tickets or reserve your shaded center-field Patron VIP Tent pass.
Buy Tickets Online →
Schedule & Grounds Map
View competition times, stage lineups, Opening Ceremonies, Massed Bands, and fairgrounds layout.
View Schedule & Map →
Pipe Band Events
Experience the Northeastern U.S. Pipe Band Championships and thunderous Massed Bands on center field.
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Stage Bands & Entertainment
Non-stop Celtic rock, traditional folk, fiddle, accordion, and pipes across our covered entertainment stages.
See Featured Performers →
Highland Athletics
Watch invited athletes turn the caber and hurl stones, hammers, weights, and sheaves for distance and height.
Explore Heavy Athletics →
Highland Dancing
Centuries-old athleticism and artistry as Primary through Premier dancers compete for the Dancer of the Day trophy.
Explore Highland Dance →
Solo Piping & Drumming
Morning Piobaireachd, light music marches and reels, snare, tenor, bass, and Drum Major competitions.
Learn About Solo Events →
Patrons Tent
Enjoy Gate 2 preferential parking, Games admission, hot breakfast & lunch, and shaded front-row field views.
Discover Patron Perks →
Clans & Societies
Trace your family roots, explore tartans and crests, and meet dozens of Scottish clans and heritage societies.
Visit Clan Row →
Children's Events & Raptors
Free kids caber toss, games, pony rides, petting zoo, Highland cattle, and Wildlife Alive birds of prey shows.
See Family Activities →
Scottish Breed Dog Show
Meet the 14 dog breeds native to Scotland, cheer on agility demos, and join the piper-led canine parade.
Meet the Breeds →
Scottish Import & Food Vendors
Shop kilts, tartans, knitwear, jewelry, and instruments, plus meat pies, bridies, fish & chips, and haggis.
Browse Marketplace →
Hotels & Lodging
Book our Host Hotel room block or browse partner hotels within a short drive of the Altamont Fairgrounds.
View Lodging Options →
On-Site Camping
Camp beneath the trees outside Gate 3 with electric/water hookup sites and tent camping steps from the Games.
Camping Details →
CDSG Charity Golf Tournament
Play Stadium Golf Club with kilts, pipers, food, and prizes benefiting the St. Anne Institute of Albany.
Tournament Info →
Sights & Sounds
Relive favorite moments from Massed Bands, Highland Dance, Heavy Athletics, and Clan gatherings.
Open Photo Gallery →Event Sponsors
Hosted by The Schenectady Pipe Band, Inc. with generous support from our Capital Region sponsors. Interested in partnering? Learn about Event Sponsorship & Program Ads.
