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‘Brave – The Highland Games’ at Epcot gives Walt Disney World guests a chance to try a few fun Scottish traditions

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At Epcot’s Brave Highland Games, a cast member guides a young guest as she aims a bow and arrow, while another child looks on, thrilled by the hands-on adventure and Scottish spirit that bring this Disney experience to life.

In conjunction with Disney/Pixar’s upcoming film “Brave,” guests visiting Epcot at Walt Disney World can try their hand on variations on traditional Scottish fun with “Brave – The Highland Games,” now through July 8, 2012.

Inside the play area, guests can spin a wheel to determine their “clan” and play a variety of games as well as create a rubbing of their assigned clan’s rune stone.

Video: Brave – The Highland Games at Epcot


Games featured include the Mini Caber Toss…

Guests of all ages test their strength and balance on the grassy festival grounds, competing with oversized wooden beams in a lively Highland Games-inspired attraction.

…Haggis Flip…

A young guest in a vibrant purple dress takes on the Highland Games carnival hammer challenge at Epcot, while fellow visitors look on and cheer with big smiles, showcasing the dynamic and festive atmosphere that Disney World is famous for.

…Cake Toss…

Classic wooden bean bag toss game board featuring scoring holes labeled 10, 20, and 50—like the fun skill games found at Disney World's Epcot or inspired by Highland Games festivities. A bean bag rests on the board, ready for action during your theme park adventure.

…and archery.

At Epcot’s Brave Highland Games, a cast member guides a young guest as she aims a bow and arrow, while another child looks on, thrilled by the hands-on adventure and Scottish spirit that bring this Disney experience to life.

“Brave – The Highland Games” is open to guests 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily through July 8 and can be found on the Epcot Rose Walk (the Future World West walkway leading to World Showcase Promenade). Park admission is required.

Guests also visiting the Magic Kingdom theme park can meet “Brave” star Merida and her three baby bear cub friends.

Disney/Pixar’s “Brave” hits theaters June 22, 2012 in Disney Digital 3-D.

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