Pipe dreams come true at Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival
Atlanta Pipe Band tops competition at Scottish Festival
The Atlanta Pipe Band emerged as the star of Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival piping competition. Both their Grade Three and Grade Four bands clinched victory in their respective competitions. To top it off, they were bestowed with the prestigious title of "Band of the Games." (Credit: Joyce Lupiani)
STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. - This weekend, a sea of enthusiastic attendees flocked to Stone Mountain Park for a peek into the vibrant world of Scottish culture. The 51st edition of the Stone Mountain Highland Games and Scottish Festival pulled in thousands of visitors.
Saturday boasted Scottish athletics, dancers, an array of Scottish cuisine, and even drumming and piping competitions.
The Atlanta Pipe Band emerged as the star of the show. Both their Grade Three and Grade Four bands clinched victory in their respective competitions. To top it off, they were named this year's Band of the Games.
For those who missed out on Saturday's festivities, the celebration continues Sunday at Stone Mountain Park.
Gates open at 9 a.m.