The Royal Highland Show 2026 kicked off in style on Thursday, June 18.
Thousands of attendees descended on the Royal Highland Centre for the return of the annual event.
Now in its 240th edition, The Royal Highland Show runs from Thursday, June 18 until Sunday, June 21.
With plenty of food and drink vendors as well as the famous animal parades and competitions, there was plenty to take in on day one of the big event.
The first day also saw an appearance from First Minister John Swinney, who used the event to pledge his promise to protect farmers amid a push to cap prices on food staples for households.
While the annual event continues, we take a look back at some of the highlights of day one of the Royal Highland Show 2026.
5. Black Faced sheep are judged during the 240th Royal Highland Show at the Royal Highland Centre on June 18, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Black Faced sheep are judged during the 240th Royal Highland Show at the Royal Highland Centre on June 18, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
6. First Minister John Swinney among special guests on day 1
First Minister John Swinney made a trip to the Royal Highland Show alongside Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Rural Affairs Gillian Martin, and Minister for Agriculture, Marine and the Islands Jim Fairlie. | Andy Buchanan/PA Wire
7. Final preparations for the big stage
Sheep are prepared ahead of the Royal Highland Show opening at the Royal Highland Centre on June 17, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Jeff J Mitchell/ Getty Images
8. Ready for the parade
Cattle are shown during the 240th Royal Highland Show at the Royal Highland Centre on June 18, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images