Children's Events
The Glengarry Highland Games offers a family environment with events and activities for all ages.
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Junior Heavyweight Events
Events include:
Sheaf Toss
Hammer Throw
Caber Toss
Discus Throw
Shotput
Tug of War
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Location: Behind the Glengarry Sports Hall of Fame
Age Groups: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Registration: Online only. The deadline for registration is Sunday, July 26, 2026 at noon. Children must be registered online to participate. Walk-ups will not be accepted. Maximum capacity is 120 children. Online registration starts May 1, 2026.
Competition: 9:00am - 11:00am
Highland attire is encouraged and parental supervision is requested.
Children’s Track Events
Track events are open to boys and girls ages 3 to 14.
Races are 60m, 200m, 400m and 800m.
Date:Saturday, August 1, 2026
Location of Registration: north end of grandstand D
Age Groups:subject to change based on number of racers
Registration: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Events start: 2:00pm
The deadline for advance pre-registrations is Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:55 pm.
Wee Bairns Play Area
The Glengarry Highland Games is delighted to offer a special play area for young children, known as the Wee Bairns tent. This area has gained popularity over the past few years and is an excellent source of fun for the entire family. However, it is important to note that parents, guardians, or caregivers are required to accompany their children at all times. Children cannot be left alone in the play area.
A shaded tented area with restroom and wash station. Open 10 am - 4 pm.
The area is located at the southeast corner of the property, specifically behind the Metcalfe Center.
Entertainment includes
The talented face painters will be available on both days from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
A petting farm with animal feed for a small fee
Pony rides are available for a small fee
Large wooden race car track
Puppet theatre with make your own puppets
Wooden oversized board games
Scottish-themed colouring stations
Games- badminton, ring toss, plinko, basketball, roll and score, soccer
Mega blocks play area
Make unforgettable memories with your Wee Bairns at the this year’s Glengarry Highland Games; whether you visit for a few minutes or an entire day.
