Red Deer Highland Games
Saturday, June 27, 2026
central middle school
5121 48 AVenue
Red Deer, Alberta
Céad Míle Fáilte — the Red Deer Highland Games has welcomed us into their community since 1947. Most recently held on the premises of Central Middle School which is a cornerstone of Red Deer's educational landscape for nearly a century, this Highland Games continues to be an integral part of the Alberta piping and drumming outdoor season. Organized by dedicated volunteers and beloved by competitors and community members alike, this year's Games features pipe bands, highland dance, heavy events, piping and drumming competitions, live entertainment, a puppy parade, and a Drum Major clinic and demonstration that you won't want to miss.
DRUM MAJOR WORKSHOP:
Alberta Drum Majors Wes Burnside (Calgary Police Service Pipe Band)and Alan Duguid (Calgary Police Service Pipe Band / Lethbridge Police Service Pipe Band) are offering a hands-on clinic in the morning for anyone who's ever been curious about the Drum Major craft. Learning the basics of how to lead a band around the field, they'll walk you through the fundamentals in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.
Participants will also have the opportunity to take the field together for a live demonstration and get a taste of what it means to lead from the front. Whether you're a seasoned competitor looking to add a new skill or someone who's never set foot on a competition field, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn!
No experience needed. All ages welcome. The only requirement? Show up ready to march.
Spots are limited — secure yours by emailing youraspd@gmail.com today.
Registration are now OPEN!
PLEASE NOTE: Registration deadline is June 6, 2026. Entry fees are non-refundable. There will be no late or field entries permitted.
PIPING: https://www.aspd.ca/red-deer-hg-piping-events
DRUMMING: https://www.aspd.ca/red-deer-hg-side-drumming-events
BASS & TENOR DRUMMING: https://www.aspd.ca/red-deer-hg-tenor-and-bass-drumming-events
QUARTETS: https://www.aspd.ca/red-deer-hg-quartets-rd2026
DRUM CORPS: https://www.aspd.ca/red-deer-hg-fanfare-events
PIPE BANDS: https://www.aspd.ca/red-deer-hg-pipe-band-events
As a sanctioned ASPD event, the Red Deer Highland Games follows the music requirements as set out by the Music Committee, which can be found here. To compete in solo and band competitions, competitors must be a 2026 ASPD (or affiliated Society) member in good standing. For ASPD membership information, visit the Membership page.
The Red Deer Highland Games follows the rules as set out by the ASPD and reserves the right to cancel events as required. In consideration of submitting an entry, you will, for yourself , your heir(s), executor and administrators, waive and release any rights for damages you may have against the Alberta Society of Pipers & Drummers and the Red Deer Highland Games, its agents, representatives, successors and assignees for any and all injuries suffered at or through the aforementioned events.