What’s on
Hororata Highland Games
The Hororata Highland Games is not only a fantastic spectacle to be enjoyed from the sideline, but there are numerous opportunities to get involved and HAVE A GO! There is a huge variety of general activities for spectators to enjoy. With over 100 stalls, live music, and a huge range of food vendors, Scottish wares, food and wine, this year we have more events than ever.
Entertainment
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Enjoy the colour, energy and excitement of Irish Dancing with students from the Kay-Hallissey Irish Dance School. Based in Christchurch this is one of the top Irish Dance schools with many students winning Championships.
On the Duncan Cotterill Stage 10.50am – 11.30am
With demonstrations of Scottish County Dancing you might even get the chance to have a whirl. Brought to you by Royal Scottish Country Dancing Society Canterbury Region.
On the race track site 100 10.45am and 2pm
Scottish-born singer Karra Rhodes, now living in Selwyn, brings her rich vocals and Celtic flair to the Hororātā Highland Games stage. Don’t miss her captivating performance!
On the Duncan Cotterill Stage 2.40pm
Willie McArthur, a Christchurch-based multi-instrumentalist, brings his electrifying one-man band performance to the Hororata Highland Games. With his unique blend of Irish, country, pop rock, and party anthems, Willie delivers high-energy shows that captivate audiences. Utilizing three guitars, harmonica, and percussion, he creates a full-band. Don’t miss this musical force of nature live at the Highland Games!
Performing in St Andrews Sqaure with the Clans
Join this fun Hiit workout good for young and old and learn more about the HIIT for Hope World Record attempt coming up in Rolleston 29th November.
10.15am – 10.30am on the Duncan Cotterill stage
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Have A Go Events
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Registration
9.30 am- 3.30 pm at the Have A Go arena. Free entry!
Primary school-age children can Have A Go at the traditional Scottish Highland athletics including Caber Toss, Haggis Hurl, and Farmers Walk. Compete as a school team or Have A Go as an individual.
Think you’ve got the muscle? The Team Hutchison Ford Vehicle Pull is BACK! Grab your mates and see if you can haul the 2.6-tonne Everest down the racetrack. Who will conquer the Everest?!
Registration
Register on the day at the registration desk on the race track. Marked as Highland Challange on the map.
Competition
Teams of 5 competitors. Runs
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10.45am – 11.30pm 12.45pm – 2.30pm |
Free entry!
Prizes
Hororata Highland Games Medals
Kids can have a go on the day but teams need to enter by the 5th November. $1000 prize pull! Find out more here.
The FMG Kilted Mile is a traditional event in Scottish Games as an alternative to the Heavy Events for the more fleet-footed.
Starting on the racetrack competitors will race over a mile, completing different obstacles/challenges along the course, looping back around to finish in front of the enthusiastic crowd. Challenges include eating the famous Hororata Pie, delicately consuming the traditional drink, and completing a few fun obstacles before going over the line in front of a huge crowd.
The winner will be the first person, in a kilt, over the line. If you don’t own a kilt, please borrow one or find some form of tartan attire to fit the theme of the day.
Find out more here.
Do you have the gall to take on the Legend? Then the Hororata Pie eating competition is for you. Consume as many of the legendary Hororata Pies as you can in a set time to win. The Hororata Pie eating competition will take place at 1.15 pm on the Duncan Cotterill Stage; it is a great spectacle not to be missed.
Registration
Register by 12:30 pm at the Hororata Pie Cart
Competitors must be over 18 years
Competition
Consume as many Hororata Pies as you can in a set time to win. The competition will take place at 1:15 pm on the Duncan Cotterill stage.
Free entry!
At the Hororata Highland Games, you will have the chance to give Archery a go thanks to NEWZENGLAND. Get the bulls-eye in your sights and then let rip with your arrow and watch it as it torpedoes towards its target. Compete with your friends to see who is the best shot, or simply work on improving your own precision.
Even if you’ve never picked up a bow and arrow before, you’ll love this chance to try out one of the world’s oldest sports. Open to all ages. You will get expert instruction on how to use the bow safely and some tips on how to get a bulls-eye!
Registration:
No registration required, just go to the Archery arena between 9.30am and 3.30pm to have a go.
Entry Fees:
$5.00 per 5 arrows.
Registration
Running all day near the pipe band arena
Free entry! Thanks to the Ellesmere Pipe Band
Ever tried target shooting in a fairground and wanted to have a go for real? Well, this is your chance. The Hororata Target Shooting Club is opening the doors to their rifle range located right on the Hororata Domain.
Registration
Open from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm at the Hororata Tartget Shooting stall 28
Entry Fees apply
