It wasn't long before games sprang up in our own country. Those held each year at Santa Rosa, California, date back more than 125 years. The origins of our games in the Rocky Mountain West can be traced back to Scottish fur trappers, who continued the age-old games traditions in their encampments. Each August, the tradition of Highland games comes alive for two days at Highlands Heritage Park, thousands of miles from the land in which they were born. In addition, Scottish food and beverage is offered, and a variety of other events are scheduled throughout the weekend to interest every family member.
Musicians fill the air with traditional Scottish music.
Members of the public can trace their ancestry at our Scots' Heritage Centre, featuring information on genealogy and clan representation, participate in Scottish country dancing on the green, or just enjoy the sights and sounds of Scotland. Vendors display traditional Scottish wares in the Market Square. Just Minutes Away.