
Contest Information
- Band Entry Fee: $110 per band, only one entry needed per band. PayPal button is at the bottom of this page.
- Entries Must be complete by May 22nd, 2026. Entries after May 22nd may not be accepted.
- Grade IV and Grade V Band Contest – EUSPBA Sanctioned Set.
- Prizes:
- 1st – $300
- 2nd – $200
- 3rd – $100
Band Competition Rules
- All Competitions are EUSPBA Sanctioned and EUSPBA Rules will govern all events. (www.euspba.org)
- Music Selection will be based on the current EUSPBA rules on Day of Play.
- A representative of each band must be present at the 10:00 am meeting for band instructions.
- Bands must arrive on time, in proper Scottish/Highland attire at the designated tuning/on-deck areas or be disqualified.
- A complete roster of anticipated band members who will be competing or performing MUST be included to be eligible for gate tickets.
*Note: Decisions by the Directors, Judge, Stewards, and Monitors are final. Competition is subject to delay or cancellation due to weather on the day of the event. Entry money may not be refunded. Please be courteous to all organizers, attendees and guests of the Georgia Mountain Scottish & Highland Games.
Travel Assistance
- The first 7 bands that register will receive $500 in travel assistance.
- After the first 7 bands that register, other bands are welcome to attend and compete, but no travel assistance is offered.
- In order to receive the travel assistance, bands must compete as well as participate with a full roster in both massed band events on Saturday.
Extra Funding Available for Bands
Bands that are interested in playing on Sunday can earn additional compensation. A full competition band for playing must be able to attend Sunday. Please check the form to be contacted about Sunday performances.

