42nd annual Robert Burns Scottish Dinner Celebration nears, registration deadline is Jan. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/09/2024 - 2:24pm
Event Date:
January 27, 2024 (All day)
One of the largest Scottish celebrations of its kind on the West Coast, the 42nd annual Robert Burns Scottish Dinner Celebration is happening Saturday, Jan. 27 at Grand Sierra Resort in Reno. Registration is underway with a Jan. 20 deadline.
The event, which honors the life and works of the renowned Bard of Scotland Robert Burns, draws approximately 450 to 500 attendees annually from northern Nevada and northern California.
The celebration includes a whisky tasting courtesy of Breakthru Beverages, dinner (including that most Scottish of dishes, haggis), presentation of the Scot of the Year, Highland dancers, and a performance by Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band.
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024
TIME: 4 p.m. whisky tasting, 6 p.m. dinner. (Deadline is Jan. 20)
WHERE: Grand Sierra Resort Ballroom, Reno
TICKETS: $95 adult, $30 child (12 & under). Go to https://www.nvssc.org/
Prepare yourself for a night like no other as we transport you to the heart of Scottish tradition and culture. From the moment you step in, you'll be immersed in the grandeur and elegance of a true Burns Supper infused with our own unique Nevada twist with the accompaniment of bagpipes.
Dinner and program featuring traditional Robert Burns ceremonies, toasts to the lads and lasses, presentation of the haggis, a toast to Robert Burns, presentation of the 2024 “Scot of the Year” and topped off with the Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band.
Whether you're a lifelong fan of Robert Burns or simply looking to immerse yourself in the Scottish tradition, this is an event you cannot afford to miss.
The Nevada Society of Scottish Clans is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1982 that is dedicated to the perpetuation of ancient customs, literature, music, games and dress of Scotland and its people. The Nevada Society of Scottish Clans promotes Scottish heritage through the annual dinner honoring the memory of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, sponsors Tartan Day, a summer picnic, Tartan Miniature Golf, a scholarship program and other activities.
