The Peak District Highland Games returns on Sunday 30 August 2026, celebrating a decade of bringing strength, spectacle and Scottish tradition to the heart of Derbyshire.
Now in its 10th year, the much-loved event promises another thrilling day of competition as some of the UK’s top strongmen and strongwomen go head-to-head in a series of crowd-pleasing challenges. Spectators can relax in the grandstand or settle onto traditional straw bales to enjoy the action-packed programme.
Among the highlights are the awe-inspiring Eight Tonne Tractor Pull, the Peak District Dinnie Stone Challenge, Tossing of the Caber, the 120kg Log Press, the demanding Stone of Destiny Carry, and brand new for this year, the Sword of Strength!
Beyond the arena, visitors can browse a lovely selection of market, craft and games stalls, while food and drink concessions will offer plenty of refreshments throughout the day. Join in with popular animal encounters too, including children’s pony rides*, reptile meet and greets, meerkat feeding sessions and much more.
Pre-booking is strongly advised. Early birds arriving with a 9-10am arrival ticket can enjoy 10% off breakfasts from our café until 10:30am.
*Small charges apply for pony rides. No dogs allowed.
