One of the most spectacular highlights of the Scottish summer is the Highland Games season.

Highland Games Competitors come together to compete for who is the strongest and most talented Athlete.

Tossing Cabers, hurling Hammers, putting the Scots stone, as well as bagpiping and dancing competitions. It truly celebrates many of the iconic Scottish cultural pastimes.

If you don’t have time to visit one of the organised Highland Games, or maybe feel like you want to actually compete yourself  (against your colleagues, friends or family members!)… we can help you go full tartan by bringing the excitement of the Highland Games to your next celebration! Whether it’s a corporate away day, a team challenge, or a private party with a twist, let us show you just how fun, competitive, and totally unique these events can be.

Ready to toss the caber and wow your guests? Let’s make it happen, and read on…

We organise Highland Games for you.

• Corporate Team Building Highland Games
• Scottish Destination wedding Highland Games
• Conference breakout activity Highland Games

We have just completed 7 highland games events in 7 days for a range of different clients;

• Scottish conference activities
• Scottish destination wedding Highland games, as a warm up for the wedding celebrations
• Private family party

What makes us the best in Scotland for Highland Games Events?

• Professional Highland Games activity staff (both competitors and judges)
• Award-winning pipers, and championship-winning Highland dancers
• A mix of Scottish Highland Games activities for you to choose from.
• Scalable Highland Games for your group size.
• Scottish Clan-based challenges.
• Handmade shields and Flags for the competitors, activity signs and field decorations.

Have a look at our webpage all about our Highland Games Events;

https://reel-time.co.uk/entertainment/experiences/highland-games/

Activities you can choose from;

• Caber Tossing
• Scots stone putt
• Hammer hurling
• Bagpipe masterclass
• Dancing workshop
• Archery
• Falconry

Also available to complement your Highland Games events;

• Whisky tasting activities https://reel-time.co.uk/whisky/
• Ceilidh night https://reel-time.co.uk/entertainment/bands/ceilidh-folk-bands/
• Kilt hire; https://reel-time.co.uk/entertainment/kilt-hire/

Where can we hold these events

• Private Castles and Estates
• Hotels with grounds suitable
• Indoors for Winter and large Scottish conference Highland Games; https://reel-time.co.uk/entertainment/experiences/indoor-highland-games/

It was a great pleasure to help the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology – EAACI with their welcome ceremony at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), and march the delegates over to Glasgow Science Centre for their networking reception.

For the Scottish conference welcome ceremony, we had a bagpiper and 3 dancers on stage, performing a highland fling and a reel. This segued into a March over the River Clyde, with 2 pipers, 2 Scottish drummers and 3 dancers waving flags to lead the 1,700 delegates over to their Civic Networking reception.

At the Glasgow Science Centre, the guests enjoyed some Scottish music, along with kilted jugglers and stilt performers, before entering for their Drinks reception.

Have a watch of the Scottish performance

For the Conference Gala Dinner

We provided a Bagpiper and Drummer on arrival. –  (The conference did have a Bee mascot, who kindly lent the bagpiper his mascot head for this video!)

A clarsach duo to play during the drinks reception. And then pop and rock hits with the Scraggly Cats band after dinner.

Thanks to the Glasgow Convention Bureau for all the hard work bringing this conference to the city.

If you are organising a conference in Glasgow and need some assistance with excellent Scottish entertainment to make your conference memorable, then let us know how we can help.

Also, have a look at our page: https://reel-time.co.uk/conferences/glasgow-conference-entertainment/

Today marks 20 year anniversary of Reel Time Events opening. 

1st May 2005, I decided there was a distinct lack of young Scottish talent getting booked on events.  

What was getting booked was a stereotypical Scottish shortbread tin image. 

Scotland needed to move into the 21st Century. 

With this I had ideas to play some bagpipes with dance music, get interactive with some of the Scottish cultural icons that we represent, and launch Reel Time Events as a One Stop Scottish Shop. 

Whether it be Highland Games, Whisky tasting, hiring Kilts, or a plethora of Scottish entertainment and acts, people started to get in touch. 

This was massively helped by ‘The Internet’  getting popular, and also the deregulation of Agency Law.  

As I was mostly on the events, the people who were great at delighting clients kept coming back.  The people who didn’t quite deliver, got left by the wayside. 

The client list over 20 years spans everyone from Film and TV stars, Big businesses, Visit Scotland, Miss World competition. To name a few. 

Trips to India, Philippines, China, Ukraine, Spain, Vegas have taken us on the international stage. 

So, at 20 years, I have to thanks to ALL the clients who have booked with us. Especially the ones who have been easy to deal with!!!!

I also need to tip my feather bonnet to every musician, dancer, entertainer, sound guy, concierge, chef who has helped us delight clients every time. 

Looking back at my Grannies question from 25 years ago, it looks like I can answer it now. 

I don’t think im ever going to get a ‘Proper job’ 

Book Authentic Highland Games Events for Corporate Team Building, Destination Weddings, and Group Experiences Across Scotland

Looking for a truly Scottish event that’s immersive, unforgettable, and rooted in rich, authentic heritage? You’ve come to the right place.

At Reel Time Events, we offer bespoke Highland Games experiences in Scotland for:

• Corporate team-building days
• International business conferences
• Destination weddings and wedding weekends
• Family reunions, birthdays, and private celebrations

Our interactive Scottish experiences are designed to unite your group, learn new skills, build connections, and leave your guests with incredible memories (and possibly a few hilarious stories involving kilts and flying haggis).

What Are the Highland Games?

The Scottish Highland Games are an iconic blend of sport, strength, spectacle, and celebration. Famous for traditional events like the caber toss, tug o’ war, and hammer throw, the Games are a time-honoured display of camaraderie, competition, and kilted glory.

At Reel Time Events, we bring these traditions to life in a modern, inclusive format—perfect for groups of all sizes and fitness levels. Whether you’re flipping logs, launching wellies, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone.

Visit our Highland Games page to learn more.

Watch the Games in action on our YouTube channel

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Who Are Our Highland Games Experiences For?

Our events are fully customisable and delivered across top destinations in Scotland—from Edinburgh and Glasgow to St Andrews and Perthshire.

1. Corporate Team Building in Scotland

Looking for a fun, energising way to bring your team together? Our corporate Highland Games are the ultimate team-building event—combining teamwork, laughter, and just the right amount of friendly rivalry. Great for boosting morale, collaboration, and company culture.

2. Destination Weddings in Scotland

Planning a Scottish wedding? Add a Highland Games experience for your wedding guests—a perfect way to unite families and introduce international visitors to Scottish culture in a hands-on, joyful way. Bonus: it looks amazing in your wedding photos!

3. Conferences & Incentive Groups

Break the boardroom routine with a dynamic, culturally rich activity. Ideal for international delegates, business incentive groups, and post-conference entertainment. We can also do Indoor Highland Games if the conference schedule allows time out.

4. Private Celebrations & Family Gatherings

Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or family reunions with something truly special. We’ve got options for every generation—from wee bairns to sprightly seniors.

What’s Included in a Highland Games Package?

We manage everything from start to finish: event planning, full equipment setup, and charismatic hosts. You just show up ready to laugh, play, and maybe toss a tree trunk or two.

Core Activities

• Caber Toss – The classic crowd favourite. Flip it like a true Highlander.
• Scots Stone Putt – Shot put, but with more tartan and attitude.
• Tug o’ War – No explanation needed. You’ll feel it tomorrow.
• Hammer Throw – Ancient athleticism meets competitive fun.
• Welly Wanging & Haggis Hurling – Light-hearted, very Scottish, and a little ridiculous.
• Bagpipe Workshop – Learn to play or simply puff impressively.
• Scottish Ceilidh Dancing Workshop – End your day with a whirl of kilts and clapping.

 Key Features

• Delivered by professional Scottish athletes and entertainers
• Available in top Scottish venues: castles, estates and  outdoor spaces
• Suitable for groups from 10 to 500+ guests
• Custom-tailored to your group’s size, schedule, venue, and goals

Indoor & Outdoor Highland Games Options

Scotland’s weather has character—but so do we. That’s why we offer both indoor and outdoor Highland Games to suit your venue and the season.

• Outdoor Highland Games – Ideal for castle grounds, estate gardens, or hotel lawns
• Indoor Highland Games – Perfect for ballrooms or function halls, using soft equipment and artificial turf

Rain or shine, your guests will be tossing, blowing, laughing and loving it.

Optional Add-Ons & Extras

Want to elevate your event even more? Our curated extras turn your day into a full Scottish spectacle:

• Premium whisky or gin tastings (trust us, they’ll remember this)
• Archery and falconry demonstrations
• Professional photo and video packages
• Live Scottish bands, pipers, or DJ sets
• Full kilt hire
• Full Field dressing option 

Everything is fully managed by our in-house team—because event perfection is our thing.

Why Reel Time Events?

With over 20 years of expertise, Reel Time Events is the leading Scottish event company. Known for delivering high-impact, culturally rich experiences for global clients, premium venues, and local legends alike.

Why our clients keep coming back:

• ✅ 100% bespoke, scalable experiences
• ✅ Hosted by award-winning entertainers and Highland athletes
• ✅ High-energy, high-quality events with seamless delivery

We work with:

• Multinational corporations
• Destination management companies
• Luxury wedding planners
• Conference organisers
• Private families and social groups

Start Planning Your Highland Games in Scotland

Planning a Highland Games event is easier than tossing a caber (we promise). Whether you’re bringing colleagues, clients, friends, or family, we’ll create a unique, high-impact Scottish experience tailored to your group.

📞 Let’s make it unforgettable.
🎯 Contact Reel Time Events Today