Scottich Highland Games-Ararat, VA - Laurel Hill-April 23
April 21, 2011
Come celebrate the Scottish Highland Games at Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA on April 23. Gates open at 9:00am. Adults $6. Children 12-under Free. Rain or Shine
Press Release – Scottish Highland Games
At Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA
Date of Press Release: April 11, 2011
From: Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
4th Highland Annual Scottish Highland Games
At the Birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA
Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA
Address: 1091 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA 24053
Date of the Event: April 23, 2011
Time: Gates open at 9:00AM.
RAIN OR SHINE
Bagpipes by the Triad Highlanders.
See the Parade of Tartans, and music by CeltHix and Renee Henry. Gate admission is $6.00 per person, Children 12-under Free. Parking is free.
See the Athletic Events.
Highland Games are events held throughout the year in Scotland and other countries as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture and heritage, especially in the Scottish Highlands.
Certain aspects of the games are so well known as to become emblematic of Scotland, such as the bagpipes, the kilt and heavy events, especially the caber toss. While centered on competitions and piping and drumming, dancing, and Scottish heavy athletics, the games also include entertainment and exhibits related to other aspects of Scottish and Gaelic culture.
The Laurel Hill Scottish Highland Games follow the traditions here in Patrick County, VA where many a Scotsman and Irishman decided to call the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains their home.
“The JEB Stuart Birthplace is commemorating the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War.�
Telephones: 276-251-1833 or 276-694-6429
Web Site: www.laurelhillgames.com or www.jebstuart.org