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Get ready for a celebration of Scottish culture like no other. Shanghai Scottish is proud to present Shanghai’s First Highland Games, taking place at Nord Anglia International School (NAIS) Pudong on Saturday, September 13.
Expect a vibrant day of traditional Scottish athletics, kilts, bagpipes, and community spirit at this iconic cultural celebration in the heart of Shanghai.
The Highland Games are a centuries-old tradition, believed to date back to the 11th century when King Malcolm III of Scotland gathered clans in the Highlands to find the strongest and most skilled men for his court.
Over the centuries, the Games evolved to celebrate not only athleticism but also music, dance, and Scottish identity.
Famously described as Queen Elizabeth II’s favorite sporting event after equestrianism, the Braemar Highland Games have been attended by the reigning monarch since 1848, making them one of the longest-standing royal traditions in Scotland.
Today, Highland Games are celebrated worldwide—bringing together Scots and local communities in a shared celebration of strength, heritage, and cultural pride.
The Shanghai Scottish group traces its roots back to 1868 and now serves as a growing community hub for Scots and those with connections to Scotland living in Shanghai.
As the longest-running British international school in China, NAIS Pudong is delighted to host Shanghai’s first Highland Games—honoring tradition, embracing diversity, and bringing a truly unique cultural experience to the city.
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