Scottish Games set for Saturday

is the scene for this weekend’s 41st Annual Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering.

Sponsored by the Scottish Society of Charleston, main Saturday event features one of the largest piping and drumming competitions in the South. That’s in addition to other live music and strength competitions.

Of course, there's a pole throwing competition and plenty of bagpipe and snare-drum playing.

Here's a schedule:

Saturday, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Live Music
• Two Celtic Rock Bands
• Rathkeltair
• Uncle Hamish and Hooligans

Celtic Concert, 7 p.m. to 10 .m.
Concert Ticket Prices - after 3 p.m. $15 Adults - Children $5

Piping & Drumming
The Charleston Games is home to one of the largest piping & drumming competitions in the Southeast.

Scottish Heavy Athletics
The Sheaf Toss, the Stone of Strength, and of course, the Caber Toss, performed by professional and amateur athletes from across the Southeast. Dancing

The Scottish dances are ancient expressions of both personal and social emotions. Enjoy both Scottish Country Dancing and Highland Dancing.
Childrens Activities Games, Crafts, and Culture for the 12-and-under set.

Border Collie Demonstrations Scottish Raffles & Prizes, Scottish Merchandise & Cuisine!

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Kirkin o’ the Tartan
First (Scots) Presbyterian Church, 53 Meeting Street, Charleston

Adult admission is $17 in advance (includes concert) and $20 at the gate. Tickets for children ages 6 to 12 are $4 in advance and $5 at the gate. Children 5 and under are admitted at no charge. Advanced tickets are sold at , downtown Charleston and Summerville.

Public events on Saturday start at 8 a.m. and run until 5 p.m. A church service is offered Sunday morning from 8:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.