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Apr 6, 2026, 11:57:52 AM (8 days ago) Apr 6

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Update on ticket discounts and Inveraray Concert Tickets for the Chicago Games...

Jim Sim

The 40^th Annual

Scottish Festival & Highland Games

Inveraray & District Pipe Band Concerts

June 11 - 13, 2026

Du Page County Fairgrounds

In celebration of Tartan Day and America’s 250th anniversary, Chicago Scots is proud to announce that Veterans will be the Honored Clan of the 40th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games, taking place June 12–13, 2026 at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.

“The Highland Games is our largest celebration of Scottish culture,” said Gus Noble OBE, President of Chicago Scots. “This year it is fitting to acknowledge the contributions of generations of Scottish Americans who have served in the U.S. military. We encourage veterans to come join us for a well-deserved salute to their service.”

We are also pleased to share that tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Scottish Festival & Highland Games and the Inveraray & District Pipe Band Concerts. This year is shaping up to be truly unforgettable.

Tartan Day Veterans Offer

As part of this historic celebration:

Veterans receive an exclusive 20% discount on general admission tickets
Use code VETERAN at checkout
All service fees and processing charges are covered

This is our way of saying thank you for your service and honoring your role in shaping our nation.

April Early Bird Special

All guests receive 5% off general admissions tickets throughout April
No code needed, no service fees apply

Honoring Our Veterans at the Games

A special salute to veterans will kick off the Parade of Tartans during Opening Ceremonies at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. “We are reaching out to all of the leading veteran organizations in the state to get them involved,” said Games Chair Isobel Bell, the mother of two veterans – Marines and Air Force. “There’s a special spirit of bravery in the DNA of every Scottish American that deserves our thanks and recognition.”

A Celebration of Identity, Heritage & Tradition

Tartan Day is kin to America’s Fourth of July. It commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath, which established Scotland’s independence in 1320. Tartan was the uniform of that victory long ago, and tartan has a place in the U.S. military as well. Today, every service branch has its own tartan to mark the connection between American service and Scottish tradition, most often worn as a symbol of pride.

ScotlandShop, partner and official tartan purveyor of the Chicago Scots, features American and Canadian military tartans on its website. And the Military Tartan Company includes an example and description for tartans used by the Marines, Navy, Army, Air Force and Coast Guard.

What to Look Forward To:

World-class performances, including a rare U.S. appearance by the 4-time World Champion Inveraray & District Pipe Band
The largest pipe band competition in North America, thanks to the leadership of the Midwest Pipe Band Association, culminating in a Massed Bands performance of 1,000 pipers
Heavy Athletics, Highland Dancing, and cultural demonstrations
The Dogs of Scotland and Classic British Car Show
Whisky tastings and authentic Scottish fare
Special Friday programming, including earlier solo competitions and a new family-friendly evening experience
Chicago’s largest watch party for the Scotland vs. Haiti World Cup match at 8 p.m. on Saturday

From feats of strength in Heavy Athletics to music, culture, and community, the Highland Games offer something for everyone. Whether you are a longtime supporter or planning your first visit, 2026 will be a celebration you will not want to miss.

Purchase your tickets today and take advantage of these limited-time offers.

We look forward to celebrating with you on June 12–13.

Highland Games Tickets

Inveraray & District Tickets