Registrations for the 2024 Alaska Scottish Highland Games
Contributed By Jeni McDaniel
Attention all kilt enthusiasts, bagpipe aficionados, and lovers of all things Scottish – get ready for the pinnacle of Alaskan camaraderie! The 2024 Scottish Highland Games are approaching, and this is your chance to become an integral part of the Alaskan Scottish Clan. The Alaskan Scottish Club have thrown open the gates for registrations, and you won't want to miss out on the chance to be a part of this grand celebration of Scottish culture and athleticism. Dust off your sporrans and prepare to unleash your inner Highlander!
Sponsor Registration: OPEN NOW
If you've ever dreamed of having your name associated with feats of strength, bagpipe melodies, and spurtle-wielding warriors, now's your chance! Sponsor registration is open, so secure your spot among the Alaskan Scottish Clan and become a vital contributor to the traditions and festivities.
Camping Registration: OPENS March 1st
For the true Highland experience, camp under the Midnight Sun at the games. Camping registration opens on March 1st, providing an opportunity to share stories and create lasting memories with your clan all weekend long.
Celtic Marketplace Vendor Registration: OPEN NOW
Attention all enthusiasts of kilts, tartans, and haggis on a stick! Vendor registration kicked off on February 1st, and spaces are filling up rapidly. Gear up to spotlight your Scottish treasures and delectable treats in the lively Celtic Marketplace, featuring an array of artisan crafts and tempting delights.
Children’s Events: Register at the Games
Little Highlanders are welcome too! Children's events registration is on-site at the games – let the wee ones join in the fun.
Denali Stones Registration: OPENS March 1st.
Behold the colossal stones, surpassing even the legendary Scottish Dinnie Stones in grandeur and scale, eagerly anticipating your mighty grip. With registration unlocking on March 1st for the inaugural lift attempts, don't miss the chance to embark on a test of fortitude, paying homage to the ancestral roots with the renowned Dinnie Stones of Scotland.
Gathering O’ The Clans: OPENS March 1st.
Connect with your fellow clan’s people and register for the Gathering O' The Clans event. March 1st is the date – join the camaraderie and celebrate your Scottish heritage.
Haggis Eating Contest: Register at The Games
Are you ready to devour the delicacy that is haggis? Sign up for the Haggis Eating Contest on-site at the games in the Clan area and prove you have the stomach for this traditional Scottish dish.
Heavy Events Athletic Registration: OPEN NOW
Think you have what it takes to toss a caber like a pro? Athletics registration opened on February 1st and is filling up fast, so flex those muscles and get ready to compete in the traditional Highland Games events and forge connections within the Alaskan Scottish Clan.
Kilted Mile Registration: Register at the Games
Put on your kilt and lace up your running shoes – the Kilted Mile awaits! Register on-site at the games and show off your Scottish sprinting skills.
Midnight Sun Spurtle Competition Registration: OPENS March 1st
For those who believe breakfast is the most important meal, the Midnight Sun Spurtle Competition is where you belong. Get ready to stir things up – registration opens on March 1st.
Piping and Drumming Registration: OPENS March 1st
If you can make a bagpipe sing or a drumbeat that can summon Nessie, this is your time to shine! Piping and drumming registration opens on March 1st – don't miss your chance to be the heartbeat of the games.
Scottish Strongman Registration: OPENS March 1st
Do you have the strength of a Highland coo? Scottish Strongman registration opens on March 1st – sign up and show Alaska that you're a force to be reckoned with.
Shortbread Baking Competition: Enter at The Games
Unleash your culinary prowess and share the flavors of tradition in the Shortbread Baking Competition. Enter on-site at the games and vie for the title of Shortbread Baking Champion. Will your recipe reign supreme?
Tug-O-War Registration: OPENS March 1st
Gather your clan and join forces in the ultimate test of unity - Tug-O-War registration opens on March 1st – who will emerge victorious in the battle of the Highland rope?
Ticket Sales (Admission and Tasting Tickets): OPEN March 1st
Lay hold of your entry to the merriment! Ticket sales, encompassing both admission and tasting tickets, kick off on March 1st – be swift and secure yours in advance to steer clear of the queues on game day!
Volunteer Registration OPENS: April 1st
Become an integral part of the magic – volunteer registrations open on April 1st. Contribute to the spirit of the Alaskan Scottish Clan and make the 2024 Scottish Highland Games an unforgettable experience for everyone.
So, mark your calendars, set your bagpipes to stun, and head over to the Alaska Scottish Highland Games website: alaskanscottish.org. Embrace your inner Scot, join the Alaskan Scottish Clan, and make the 2024 Scottish Highland Games a true Alaskan spectacle! See you there, clad in kilts and ready for a barrel of laughs – and maybe a dram or two of good Scotch, shared amongst your newfound clan!