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ScotFestBC 2025 – British Columbia Highland Games in Coquitlam
🗓 Dates:
Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21, 2025
🎟 Location:
Town Centre Park, Coquitlam, BC (along Lafarge Lake)
🎟️ Admission:
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Friday Night (June 20): Free Entry
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Saturday (June 21): Ticket Required
🔗 Website:
Experience the Spirit of Scotland in the Heart of Metro Vancouver
Celebrate 128 years of tradition at ScotFestBC 2025: The British Columbia Highland Games, happening June 20 and 21 at the scenic Town Centre Park in Coquitlam. Whether you're drawn by the sound of bagpipes, the excitement of athletic events, or a love of Scottish culture, this is one of BC's most iconic cultural festivals.
Enjoy the thrill of piping, drumming, Highland dancing, and heavy athletic events like the caber toss, alongside whisky tastings, kids’ activities, cultural workshops, and vibrant Celtic music on the Big Tent stage.
🎩 Highlights & Activities
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Pipe Bands & Highland Dancing Competitions
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RE/MAX Heavy Events: Caber toss, stone put, hammer throw
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Live Celtic Music featuring Tiller’s Folly, Findlay MacDonald, Collage Trad, and more
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Whisky School (June 20 & 21)
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Kids’ Zone: Activities and cultural experiences for children
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Scottish Country Dancing & Cultural Workshops
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Food Vendors: Traditional Scottish cuisine, beer tent, and haggis
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Massed Pipe Bands Finale on Saturday afternoon
🚶 Getting There
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SkyTrain: Steps away from Lafarge Lake-Douglas Station
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Parking: Limited lots at Town Centre Park and Douglas College across the street. Arrive early.
🤝 Accessibility & Family Info
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Wheelchair accessible with paved pathways
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Pets are not permitted (service dogs allowed)
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Bring sunscreen, refillable water, and lawn chairs for comfort
🎖️ Ticket Info
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Saturday tickets required (purchase online or at the gate)
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Whisky School: Tickets sold separately, event ticket required for entry
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Friday Night: Free live performances and cultural activities
📆 Festival Schedule Snapshot
Friday, June 20:
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6:00 PM: Opening Ceremonies & Big Tent Concerts
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Whisky School, Vendors, Cultural Kick-off
Saturday, June 21:
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All-day Highland Games & Competitions
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Cultural workshops, food trucks, dancing
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5:00 PM: Massed Pipe Bands & Evening Concert
📍 Address
Town Centre Park, 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC
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