Enjoying the Central Virginia Celtic Festival and Highland Games

I've always thought the Central Virginia Celtic Festival and Highland Games is one of the few events that can make a parking lot feel like the misty highlands of Scotland. Held every year at the Richmond Raceway Complex, it's a massive, loud, and incredibly fun celebration of all things Celtic. Whether you've got a family tree rooted in the British Isles or you just really like the sound of bagpipes and the smell of meat pies, there's something about this festival that pulls you in. ...

May 25, 2026 · 7 min · Kline Lumb