What is the minimum age to participate?

The event welcomes children from age 1, though specific activities are scaled for older children and parental supervision is expected.

How long does the event last?

Plan for a five- to six-hour session running from 14:00 to 20:00, with stations paced for families.

How much does it cost?

General admission is £15 per person; under 5s are free.

What happens in bad weather?

Some events move indoors at The Glade; trainers and organisers will adapt activities to keep participants safe.

Yes — street food is on site and there’s a licensed bar; advise dietary requirements when booking.

Can the event accommodate accessibility needs?

Yes. Please advise of any accessibility requirements in advance so staff can adapt equipment and schedules.

Family Highland Games in Peterhead: Try Archery, Caber Toss & Street Food at The Glade

At the edge of Aberdeenshire’s North Sea coast, in Peterhead, the Family Day: Have a Go Highland Games turns The Glade into a lively field of throwing, sprinting and laughter. Located in Peterhead, Scotland, United Kingdom, this five- to six-hour experience invites families and groups to try up to ten classic Highland events—archery, hammer throw, and the notorious caber toss—guided by trained instructors and capped by street food and a licensed bar. The format is informal and inclusive: for a ticketed price of £15 per person (under 5s free), participants rotate through stations from 14:00 to 20:00, sampling both indoor and outdoor challenges suited to a wide range of ages and abilities. Trainers break down technique for stone and weight events, teach safe form for tossing and throwing, and set up beginner-friendly archery lanes. Organizers recommend checking the weather and bringing layered clothing; some activities move under cover if winds off the North Sea blow up. What makes this Highland Games day special is the setting and the people. Peterhead’s coastal air and nearby low granite headlands give a bracing backdrop to ancient Scottish sport; the games connect locals and visitors to a living tradition that blends athletic skill with community celebration. The Glade serves as meeting point and festival hub, with food trucks and a licensed bar creating a convivial atmosphere where rookies cheer as much as pros. Children and adults alike can try their hand at Scottish throws in a safe, coached environment rather than a formal competition. Practicalities are straightforward: the session runs roughly five to six hours with events paced for families; trainers provide instruction but participants should wear sturdy shoes and expect some light physical exertion. Organizers request notification of dietary requirements and accessibility needs in advance. Inside events make the program a reliable option in variable Scottish weather, while outdoor elements offer that fresh, wind-swept feel that defines the northeast coast. Why book it? For visitors staying in Peterhead or nearby Aberdeenshire towns, this is an active, social way to experience Scotland’s athletic traditions without the pressure of competition. It’s a memorable half-day that mixes hands-on learning, local food and drink, and raw, coastal scenery. Whether you’re aiming for a taste of caber technique or a relaxed family afternoon of archery and games, the Have a Go Highland Games at The Glade is a distinct, convivial slice of Scottish sport that’s easy to plug into a longer northeast Scotland itinerary. Children from age one are welcome, trainers tailor activities to skill level, and organisers ask you to advise dietary or accessibility needs in advance so staff can adapt equipment and schedules for a smooth, inclusive afternoon of sport and socializing and welcoming to all.

Family Highland Games in Peterhead: Try Archery, Caber Toss & Street Food at The Glade

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