Highlands of Durham Games in Uxbridge Elgin Park

Oh you loyal readers of mine and Celebrating Arts in Uxbridge for 25 years, I have let you down. The problem is life got in the way and I apologize for the length of time between blog posts. It is NOT that there was nothing going on - as you can see from the rest of the blog, there is SOOO MUCH going on.

For those who have been around Uxbridge for the last 16 years, has had the pleasure of walking through Elgin Park Uxbridge and have been transported into Old Scotland through Highland of Durham Games. The event will be happening on July 24th and 25th, 2010 and all activities will be held on the park grounds. There is plenty of parking off Elgin Park Drive, and so there is NO NEED to be parking on the streets. (as a resident not far from the park, I am imploring you to pay the extra and keep our streets safe).

I am wondering if anyone can truly see everything that is offered during these two days because the Highland Games is packed with things to see, competitions, vendors, entertainment, food and so much more. Here are just a few things to consider:

- entertainment goes from 11am - 11pm on Saturday and 12 noon - 5pm on Sunday

- there will be vendors selling food, clothing, costume, treasures and you can even find out what Clan you belong to

- bands, bands, bands

- dancing, dancing, dancing (there is nothing more graceful than watching all ages doing highland dancing)

- heavy games that include stone throw, hammer throw, sheaf, and more

- you can even watch the amazing art of Dry Stone building - a form of building dating back 4,000 years

Needless to say - you really need to see this. Take a look at the information on how to buy tickets - Purchase Tickets and the cost is $19.99 for a day pass and anyone under 16 years old is FREE.

"Ceud Mile Failte!" is the Scottish Gaelic for 100,000 Welcomes.