Houston Highland Games Association (HHGA)

With great sadness, we must announce the passing of former HHGA President Tim Sanders. Tim was president from 2017 to 2019. Tim was always smiling. He loved the Houston Highland Games Association. Even after he moved from the Houston area, he stayed involved with HHGA. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

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Due to possible inclement weather on Saturday, January 24th, HHGA is moving the Burns Supper to Saturday, January 31st.  The Red Lion Pub is happy to accommodate accordingly. 

An informal “Burns Night” get-together has been reserved from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 31st, 2026, at the Red Lion’s Fireplace Room and Booth Area, 2316 South Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77019

Updates can be viewed at Eventbrite.

Join us for a night of haggis (or close cousin), hospitality, and high spirits at the Annual Burns Dinner, hosted by the Houston Highland Games Association!

An informal “Burns Night” get-together has been reserved from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, at the Red Lion’s Fireplace Room and Booth Area, 2316 South Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77019

No charge for admission tickets. However, due to space limitations, confirmations will be needed from those able to attend. Order Free Tickets on this page.

Haggis and meat pies will be available. Meals can be ordered off the menu.

Bring along your favorite Robert Burns poem to share. A list is being assembled for a sing-along. Come and join us! As always, kilts are highly encouraged.

Grab your ticket here! https://www.eventbrite.com/…/robert-burns-birthday…

Let’s make it a night to remember—after all, “The best laid schemes o’ mice an’ men gang aft agley” if you don’t reserve your seat!

Reminder of Interesting Upcoming Events for November-December! Kilted attire is optional, but let’s represent those tartans! 

Please let us know if you can attend: reply to: President@houstonhighlandgames.com

• November 22 – Daughters of the British Empire Bazaar – The DBE Bazaar will be held at the Humble Civic Center on Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.  HHGA will have a table there.  They are only furnishing two chairs.
• November 22 – Following the Bazaar, HHGA will have a meet-and-greet at Parry’s Pizza from about 4 to 6.  The address is 4331 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood.  They do have other food besides pizzas. – CANCELLED
• November 23 – Kirking of the Tartan – Palmar Memorial Episcopal Church – 6221 Main Street, Houston – 10 AM service
• December 3 – British American Business Council – Annual Christmas Curry – Kiran’s Restaurant – Membership tickets are $150.
• December 5, 6, 7 – Dickens on the Strand – Galveston
• December 19, 20, 21 – Christmas Revels – Midtown Arts and Theater Center – 3400 Main – Houston

Hope to see you this weekend! – Ron Ammons – President, HHGA

HHGA Meet & Greet –  Come join us at the Red Lion Restaurant/Pub for an informal social meet and greet on Thursday, August 7th.  Kilted attire is optional, but let’s represent those tartans! 

Red Lion Restaurant/Pub: 2316 S. Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77019

Please let us know if you can attend.  We need to let the Red Lion know how many to expect.  The event starts at 6PM. Reply to: President@houstonhighlandgames.com

Many thanks!

For further details, see THIS LINK.

HHGA’s annual  General Membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 16th, 2025. The primary purposes of this meeting are to elect the 2025-2027 officers of the Association, receive annual reports from the officers and/or standing committees, and to address any other business that may come before the General Membership.

Additional details will follow regarding the meeting site and time.

Greetings from HHGA.Our next HHGA Membership Meeting will be held on May 7th (Wednesday), 2025, at St Thomas’ Episcopal School (STES), 4900 Jackwood St, Houston, TX 77096. 

• The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in their Reserved Board Room.
• The parking area is across from the STES lobby entrance and is accessible via Jackwood or Endicott Street.
• Check-in is via the STES lobby at their reception desk. A photo ID may be required.

The meeting Agenda will include:

• Reports from the Officers and Committee Chairpersons
• Membership updates: British-American Business Council Texas (BABC) 
• Membership updates: Council of Scottish Clans and Associations (COSCA)
• Sharing highlights from: Apr 5-7 – San Antonio Highland Games
• Sharing highlights from: Apr 5-6 – Kemah Celtic Festival 
• Activation of the Nominating Committee – Board Positions for 2005-2007 (VP-Site, VP-Ways & Means, Membership Secretary, Treasurer, Director-at-Large Position #1)
• Formulating Plans & Volunteer Opportunities for our October 18th Games!  With the bagpipes piping and the highland dancers dancing, what a great time to volunteer!  HHGA needs your support to make it a Games Day Success!  On Friday, October 17th, volunteers will be needed to assist with the event set up.  On Saturday, October 18th, there will be several areas needing assistance: e.g., the check-in table, athletics, piping, entertainment stage, children’s activities, and more! This is a great opportunity for you to make a difference and meet new people.  A sign-up form will be available on our HHGA website.  Your help would be greatly appreciated!

Upcoming Interesting Events:

• May 10th – Nacogdoches Scottish Highland Games (9 am – 6 pm)
• May 30 – June 1st – Stirling Classic & Scottish Festival (Yukon, OK)
• Oct 18th – HHGA Games & Festival (9 am-6 pm)

Note: Please continue your support!  (Please consider renewing or updating your membership as a Patron for $75.)  Memberships may be renewed as follows:

• Online at https://houstonhighlandgames.com/join/joinrenew/
• Via Zelle to Treasurer@houstonhighlandgames.com
• With a check via mail at Houston Highland Games Association (HHGA), P.O. Box 66, Bellaire, Texas 77402-0066

Hope to see you this week, on May 7th, 2025 (Wednesday, 6:30 pm)

– Ron Ammons – President, HHGA

Greetings from HHGA.Our next HHGA Membership Meeting will be held on April 2nd (Wednesday) 2025 at  St Thomas’ Episcopal School (STES), 4900 Jackwood St, Houston, TX 77096. 

• The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in their Reserved Board Room.
• The parking area is across from the STES lobby entrance and is accessible via Jackwood or Endicott Street.
• Check-in is via the STES lobby at their reception desk. A photo ID may be required.

The meeting Agenda will include:

• Reports from the Officers and Committee Chairpersons
• Membership updates: Humble Chamber of Commerce
• Membership updates: Council of Scottish Clans and Associations (COSCA)
• Sharing highlights from: Mar 1st – Apr 20th – Sherwood Forest Faire
• Sharing highlights from: Mar 15th – 64th Annual Houston St. Patrick’s Parade
• Sharing highlights from: Mar 27th – STES Sounds of Scotland 
• Formulating Plans & Volunteer Opportunities for our October 18th, 2025 Games!

Upcoming Interesting Events:

• Apr 5th – San Antonio Highland Games (9 am-7 pm)
• Apr 6th – San Antonio Highland Games (11 am-6 pm)
• Apr 5th – Kemah Celtic Festival (2 pm-6 pm) (6 pm-10 pm)
• Apr 6th – Kemah Celtic Festival (1 pm-5 pm) (5 pm-9 pm) 
• May 2nd –  Decatur Celtic Festival (5:30 pm – 9 pm)
• May 3rd –  Decatur Celtic Festival (8 am – 9 pm)
• Oct 18th – HHGA Games & Festival (9 am-6 pm)

Hope to see you this week, on April 2nd, 2025 (Wednesday, 6:30 pm)

– Ron Ammons – President, HHGA

Greetings from HHGA.Our next HHGA Membership Meeting will be held on March 5th (Wednesday) 2025 at  St Thomas’ Episcopal School (STES), 4900 Jackwood St, Houston, TX 77096. 

• The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in their Reserved Board Room.
• The parking area is across from the STES lobby entrance and is accessible via Jackwood or Endicott Street.
• Check-in is via the STES lobby at their reception desk. A photo ID is required.

The meeting Agenda will include:

• Reports from the Officers and Committee Chairpersons
• Sharing highlights from: Feb 18th – Houston Irish Stew Cook-off & Music Festival
• Sharing highlights from: Feb 28th-Mar 2nd – North Texas Irish Festival
• Formulating Plans & Volunteer Opportunities for our October 18th, 2025 Games!
• Humble Chamber of Commerce membership activities

Upcoming Interesting Events:

• Mar 1st – Apr 20th – Sherwood Forest Faire
• Mar 15th – 64th Annual Houston St. Patrick’s Parade (12 noon)
• Mar 27th – STES Sounds of Scotland (7:30 pm)
• Apr 5th – San Antonio Highland Games (9 am-7 pm)
• Apr 6th – San Antonio Highland Games (11 am-6 pm)
• Apr 5th – Kemah Celtic Festival (2 pm-6 pm) (6 pm-10 pm)
• Apr 6th – Kemah Celtic Festival (1 pm-5 pm) (5 pm-9 pm) 
• Oct 18th – HHGA Games & Festival (9 am-6 pm)

Note: Please continue your support!  (Please consider renewing or updating your membership as a Patron for $75).  Memberships may be renewed as follows:

• online at https://houstonhighlandgames.com/join/joinrenew/
• via Zelle to Treasurer@houstonhighlandgames.com
• with a check via mail at Houston Highland Games Association (HHGA), P.O. Box 66, Bellaire, Texas 77402-0066

Hope to see you this week, on March 5th, 2025 (Wednesday, 6:30 pm)

– Ron Ammons – President, HHGA