Experience a "Taste of Scotland" in the Capital Region. By the 's they moved to Locomotive Park in Schenectady, and the band competition was attracting 12 bands. In , the Schenectady Pipe Band took on the task of organizing the Games, and the attendance grew to 8,, with 25 bands competing.
The Games are now celebrated by 12, enthusiastic spectators, who come early to see the opening massed pipes and drums at 12 Noon and stay to watch the caber toss, highland dancing, visit the clan tents, see the Scottish Breed Dog show and watch Celtic entertainment in the huge entertainment tent.
It's a great family day, and children 12 and under are admitted free. The Schenectady Pipe Band, a Capital Region tradition since , has been presenting the Games for the past 42 years, and this year will feature 35 pipe bands from throughout the U. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the www.
Kid Friendly: Yes! Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! Owner: Schenectady Pipe Band, Ltd. Ask a question Contact us. Ticket Buyers. Event Producers. Find out about local events. Get daily or weekly email notifications of new and discounted events in your neighborhood. Food and drink is a cross- section of Scottish and American. And people, 18 thousand strong, from all backgrounds flock to the Altamont Fair Grounds, Altamont, New York each Labor Day weekend to enjoy an entertainment packed two days for a very low price.
Although we have grown over the years our attitude remains the same, to present a "warm and friendly family atmosphere". Our Celtic Festival of the Arts is one of the largest in the country but when you are there you always feel that the "Games" are designed especially for you.
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