 On the 12th of August, I took a 35-minute train ride from Edinburgh to North Berwick to witness the Scottish Highland Games. The Highland Games is a collection of traditional athletic competitions and cultural festivities celebrating Scottish heritage. The games are held annually in many parts of Scotland between May and September. The Highland Games feature a variety of events including the caber toss, hammer throw, weight throw and stone putt. While the competitions showcase impressive displays of strength and skill, the Highland Games act more broadly as a community gathering place for people of Scottish ancestry to celebrate their common bond through ancient sports, music and dance. I highly recommend the Highland Games for all students coming to the University of Edinburgh.