Highland games are events held in spring and summer in
Scotland and other countries as a way of celebrating Scottish and
Celtic culture and, especially that of the
Scottish Highlands. Certain aspects of the games are so well known as to have become emblematic of Scotland, such as the
bagpipes, the
kilt, and the heavy events, especially the
caber toss. While centred on competitions in piping and drumming, dancing, and Scottish heavy athletics, the games also include entertainment and exhibits related to other aspects of Scottish and
Gaelic culture.