75th Daylesford Highland Gathering

Next date: Saturday, 05 December 2026 | 09:00 AM to 04:30 PM

Wake to the sound of 300 Bag Pipes and Drums marking the start of the 75th Daylesford Highland Gathering where thousands from all over Victoria descend on this famous spa town to celebrate Scottish music, culture and heritage.

Events on the day will tick all the boxes for visitors with the iconic Pipe Band street march on Vincent Street while up at Victoria Park, the Victorian Highland Dance Championship will be under way. Vic Highland Heavy Events will be hosting the Highland Games with a full program while the Daylesford Pipe Band Competition will run right through to the Massed Bands and presentations. Barwon Academy of Arms will be displaying their broadsword skills too.

Highland cattle will be on display along with the West Highland White Terrier Club of Victoria hosting their annual pet show nearby. The Celtic and Community markets are set to keep you going all day with lots of shopping, Haggis burgers, whisky tastings and Scottish tablet while the Clans will be on hand to guide you on your Scottish heritage journey.

Families can  enjoy navigating the haybale maze, join a Tug-o-War, explore skills with a sword and visit the face painter.

 With Daylesford located just over an hour from Melbourne why not gather the clan, pack your kilt   and book a weekend away in Victoria's Heartland.