Event date - Saturday 4 July 2026
The annual Aberdeen Highland Games takes place on first weekend in July each year and is run in conjunction with the Scottish Australia Heritage Council's Heritage Week.
During the day a number of events take place together with stalls providing food great coffee and Scottish/Celtic displays all of which represent traditional Celtic culture and recreation.
The games are a gathering of pipe bands, Clans, dancers, heavy event participants, to help celebrate the Scottish/Celtic history of the Upper Hunter. There are a number of novelty events for children.
Parking is free attendants will guide you in.
More information available HERE.
Event date: Saturday 2 May 2026
Baerami Bush Dance is a truly authentic and fun-filled bush dance at the beautifully timber-lined Baerami Hall in the Upper Hunter Valley, featuring traditional acoustic music performed by musicians from the Hunter Valley.
Dances are explained, and you don't need a partner. The event is family-friendly.
Bring your own dinner and drinks, and a supper to share. Camp at the hall, or stay at nearby accommodation. A well-equipped kitchen is available to prepare your food, and there is space to sit for dinner inside the hall.
A ticketing website will be provided closer to the dance. More information available HERE.
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