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Another Highland Games is officially in the books with outstanding performances and great competition at the Georgetown Highland Games!

The 2026 Georgetown Highland Games is officially in the books, with an incredible day of competition! The 51st Annual Georgetown Highland Games took place yesterday at the Georgetown Fairgrounds, once again attracting huge crowds with long lines at the gates. The weather was perfect, with hot temperatures and beautiful sunshine creating an ideal setting for the day. Just as we saw at last weekend's....

⏰ Don’t miss your chance to compete at the 2026 Kincardine Highland Games! Registration closes today and can be done through your PPBSO membership profile.

This weekend is the 2026 Georgetown Highland Games and we want to hear what tune you'll be playing for solos or band competition?

📣 NEW SERIES: From The Judge's Corner 🎶

Every competitor is looking for that extra edge, and sometimes the smallest adjustment can make the biggest difference.

The PPBSO is proud to introduce From The Judge's Corner—a new series where PPBSO judges share observations, insights, or practical tips to help competitors improve their performances.

Whether you're a first-time competitor or a seasoned player, these brief pieces of advice are designed to help you better understand what judges are listening and looking for, while supporting your continued growth as a musician. Keep an eye on our channels as we share wisdom from the judge's table, one tip at a time!

Hamilton Highland Gathering 2026
Photos: Nathan Nguyen

The sounds of bagpipes and drums once again echoed through the streets of downtown Hamilton as the 2nd Annual Hamilton Highland Gathering officially kicked off the 2026 competition season!

Photos: Nathan Nguyen

From massed bands to special moments with friends, what was your favourite moment at this year’s Hamilton Highland Gathering?

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Pipes and drums echoed through downtown Hamilton yesterday as the 2nd Annual Hamilton Highland Gathering kicked off the PPBSO competition season!

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Another successful year for the Hamilton Highland Gathering! The sounds of bagpipes and drums once again echoed through the streets of downtown Hamilton as the 2nd Annual Hamilton Highland Gathering welcomed competitors and spectators for a spectacular day celebrating Scottish music and tradition.Serving as the official kickoff to the PPBSO outdoor competitio...

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Are you going to the Kingsville Highland Games? Whether you're tracing your family roots, cheering on athletes, or enjoying the pipes and drums, there's something for everyone!