Every second weekend of September, the city of Kelso, Washington comes alive with the sights, sounds, and spirit of Scotland. The Kelso Highlander Festival & Scottish Games is one of the Pacific Northwest's longest-running Highland festivals — 44 years of pipes, kilts, games, dance, and community, all completely free to attend.

Kelso was founded in 1884 by Peter Crawford, who named his new city after his hometown of Kelso, Scotland. More than 140 years later, we honor that heritage every year in Tam O'Shanter Park — and we'd love for you to join us.