Competitions

SHSA Sanctioned Competitions are held at festivals throughout the Summer and Fall. All competitors must be members in good standing and comply with the rules.  Click on the link to download the complete Competitor’s Handbook.

Upcoming Competitions:

Ohio Scottish Games June 27, 2026

Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Harp Competition (North Carolina) July 11, 2026

NOTE NEW DATE:  Ligonier Highland Games (Pennsylvania) JULY 18, 2026

US NATIONAL SCOTTISH HARP COMPETITION^TM: Edinboro Highland Games and Scottish Festival – September 12, 2026 

New England Harp Festival Competition (Previously Scotland Highland Games) (Connecticut) October 10, 2026

Check the Games’ websites for more information.  Other competitions added as information becomes available.

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