Highland Dancing Competition Information
The dance competitions are open to dancers registered with a dance association as well as non-registered dancers.
To help the event run smoothly, we ask that you pre-enter using the Competitors Dancers entry ticket and completing the additional questions.
All dancers who pre-enter for the dance events will receive a FREE competitor e-ticket. All competitors under 18 years of age will be allowed one adult (parent/guardian) to accompany them through the competitors entry gate, with their e-ticket.
Pre-entry to the dance competitions is open until Wednesday 4th June 2025. On the day entries may be allowed subject to the Dance Conveners discretion. On the day entrants and anyone accompanying them are required to purchase a valid entry ticket (online or at the gate) to enter the Aberdeen Highland Games event site. No refunds will be given if there is no space available in their age category.
Competitors with a dancing competition e-ticket will be allowed early access to the games field at 9.45am through the competitors entrance. Competitors with a general entry ticket will gain access from 10.00am through the main entrance gate.
On arrival all dancers must report to the competitors’ entry/check-in desk, that will be open from 9.45am- 12 noon.
Dancing events commence at 12.30pm.
Prize Money
| Event | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 years and under | £20 | £16 | £12 | £10 | £8 | £6 |
| 11-13 years (inclusive) | £24 | £20 | £14 | £12 | £10 | £6 |
| 14-16 years (inclusive) | £28 | £20 | £16 | £14 | £10 | £6 |
| 17 years and over | £35 | £25 | £20 | £14 | £10 | £6 |
Read more about the Rules and Regulations and Competition FAQs.