The picturesque grounds of the Stone Mountain Park meadow, a short drive northeast of Atlanta, Georgia, will once again resound with the sounds of bagpipes, fiddles and harps.  For the 35th consecutive year, thousands of Scots (even those who wish to be "Scot for the Day") from around the world will don their family tartans and gather to greet old friends and make new ones too.

The highland games feature pipe band, athletic, and dance competitions, as well as clan tents and booths full of all things Scottish. Saturday is the highlight day, with the various competitions, while Sunday is the parade of tartans, when all the clans are announced on the main field.

If you've never heard 300+ bagpipes playing Amazing Grace at once, it's incredible. Opening ceremonies start at noon each day, and on Saturday you'll see the massed bands (30+ bands from around the southeast and beyond) perform. And if you've ever heard the stories of Scotsmen throwing poles, it's true! Watch the caber toss on Saturday during the athletic competitions.

Send a message to cwphotog if you're interested in going. I'll be there on Saturday.