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Welcome to the 2024 Highland Games!

Welcome to the SIXTH edition of Beijing's Highland Games!


Join us on Sunday 2nd June for an exciting day of games activities, tug-of-war, great food and drink, ceilidh, and all things Scottish!


The Highland Games have been part of Scotland's culture for hundreds of years. Bring your family, friends and colleagues and enter into the Highland Games competitions to see who is the best of the best!


There will be a great selection of food, ice-cream, soft drinks and alcohol from Beijing and Scotland's most loved vendors throughout the day, as well as an exciting range of activities for kids and adults to enjoy.


Rounding off the afternoon, try your luck in our raffle to win some fantastic prizes!

Highland Games

Highland games are events held in the spring and summer in Scotland and other countries as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture. 


It is alleged that the games began in the 11th century, when King Malcolm III of Scotland summoned contestants to a race to find a fast runner to be his royal messenger. 


We have slightly adjusted some of the events (it's hard to find a caber in Beijing!) and challenge you to roll up your sleeves and see if you've got what it takes to be crowned the very best!

Tug o'war


Teams are divided into two by a red tape in the center of the rope. The aim of this competition is to pull the opposing team to your side of the line marked on the ground. As soon as the red tape crosses the line marked on the ground, the team who pulls the rope to their side wins. 

Shot Put


The shot put (in this case medicine ball), has to be placed close to your neck, resting on your shoulder. The shot must be released above the height of the shoulder with one hand. Competitors are permitted to either run up to the boundary line or stay still before releasing the ball. The competitor who throws the ball the furthest is the winner. 

Tyre Flip


As a team effort, you and your team mates are required to flip the tyre from one cone to another and back again. The team to complete the distance in the quickest time wins. 

Farmer's Walk


Carrying two heavy kettle-bells, competitors have to walk the marked out distance without dropping the weights or stopping in between. The person with the quickest speed, will win the competition.

The Highland Cup 5-a-side Football Competition


New for this year, we'll also be organising a 5-a-side football competition! Compete for glory in our inaugural Highland Cup's 15 minute matches. Limited to 16 teams, pre-registration essential. Please email us at events@britishchamber.cn to sign up.

Ceilidh Dance

What is more important than learning the ceilidh dance at the Highland Games? 


The Beijing Scottish Society will lead several ceilidh dance sessions throughout the day. Learn your steps in the first and show off your skills in the second!

Food & Drinks from your favourite local vendors and restaurants in Beijing

We have a wide selection of BBQ, burgers, fish and chips, baked goods, desserts and drinks for you at the Highland Games from some of our favourite local vendors and restaurants in Beijing. Come for a picnic on a hot summer day and we've got you covered!

Sponsors and Partners

If you would like to sponsor our event, please contact jack.allen@britishchamber.cn.

Adult Ticket 成人票

Standard PriceRMB 220

Family of 3 三人家庭

2 Adults & 1 Child
2位成人和一位小孩

Standard PriceRMB 480

Family of 4 四人家庭

2 Adults & 2 Children
2位成人和2位小孩

Standard PriceRMB 580

Child Ticket 小孩票

Ages 4-18
年龄：四岁到十八岁

Standard PriceRMB 120

Young Child Ticket 幼儿票

Ages 3 or below
三岁或以下

Standard PriceComplimentary

Venue

Transport to the Highland Games

Dulwich College Beijing
89 Capital Airport Road,
Shunyi District
Beijing, China

Contact us

For additional event or venue information, please send an email to events@britishchamber.cn

See route

Complimentary bus travel is available to the Games from Liangmaqiao Subway Station. Click here to book.


Taxi travel: Please set your drop-off address to 德威英国国际学校运动场-西南门(Dulwich College Beijing Sports Ground Southwest Gate). This drops you off directly at the entrance to the Games, where a drop-off rank will operate.


Driving directions: Please set your sat-nav address to 北京德威英国国际学校-停车场(Dulwich College Beijing car park); car parks are a short walk across the road to the games. Please ensure that you follow any directions from our marshals who will be happy to help you find a parking spot. Please note that car park spaces are limited and operated as first come first served. Please respect the local community by not parking in any other areas.