Right now, the team type "Accommodation" or "Boende" is full. However, for teams still wishing to have accommodation arranged by us, a waiting list is available. Registration remains open for teams selecting "No Accommodation" or "Inget Boende".Want to be on the "Accommodation"-waiting list? Register your team as "No Accommodation" and then send us a message from your team page stating that yo...

Dear football friends! ⚽. Just a friendly reminder that we do not send invoices. All payment details are always available on your team page, where you can also easily download a receipt if needed. Please log in to your team page to find everything you need! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re happy to help! We look forward to seeing you this summer! ☀️🎉.

Make sure to register for Piteå Summer Games 2025 as soon as possible – some age groups are already close to reaching their maximum number of teams! 💡 Why the limit?Easy answer: We want everyone to feel welcome and have an unforgettable experience 🌟Long answer: Imagine a big puzzle – each year, we have a limited number of accommodation spots, a certain number of playing fields, connecting bu...

Hello football enthusiasts! ✨. We’re taking a break to recharge our batteries and gear up for 2025 – a year we’re already excited about! From December 23rd to January 7th, we’ll be Out of Office, but don’t worry – we’ll be back full of energy, fresh ideas, and ready to bring all the magic that makes Piteå Summer Games special. ⚽. In the meantime, feel free to reach out via email, and we’ll get...

We’re thrilled by the overwhelming interest and super excited for Piteå Summer Games 2025! It’s amazing to see so many teams wanting to be part of the tournament. Important:Due to high demand, please remember that the registration fee must be paid within 10 days after signing up. If payment isn’t received on time, we won’t be able to hold your spot, and your registration will be removed. NOTE!...

We recently found an old newspaper article from 1990 in our archive. Back then, we thought we’d reached the limit with 169 teams joining the tournament. Little did we know how much more was possible! Fast forward to 2024, and we welcomed 891 teams to Piteå Summer Games. We’re thrilled to see how the tournament has grown and become a tradition for so many. Here’s to the journey so far, and to m...

We’re excited to announce that referee registration for Piteå Summer Games 2025 is now officially OPEN! If you’re a qualified referee, approved by your football association, and have the necessary education, we would love for you to join us this summer. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action at one of the biggest youth football tournaments in the world! To get more info and/or to regi...

We’re gearing up for an exciting 2025 and are holding an internal conference on Thursday and Friday to evaluate and refine our ideas as we prepare for our anniversary. During these days, we won't be available by phone, but feel free to email us or get in touch on Monday – we look forward to speaking with you then! Thank you for your understanding! 

Registration for 2025 is officially OPEN!  And this isn’t just any year—it’s our 35th anniversary!  We’re gearing up for an unforgettable celebration. Sign up now and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!  

WHAT A WEEKEND! To the teams, thank you for bringing your passion, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit to the games. You guys have inspired us all. To our referees, thank you for your professional work and your ability to maintain fairness and sportsmanship on the field. Your competence and dedication have been so important in ensuring a fair and safe competition for all participants. To our...

Good luck to all teams in all upcoming finals! . As we reach the final day of our tournament, we want to top it off with an exciting Instagram giveaway! To enter and have a chance to win for your team: - Follow us on Instagram @pitea.summer.games. - Like the Give Away Post. - Tag 2 friends and comment which team and club you think deserves a free registration fee for 2025.   The Give Away...

All questions regarding competition: +46(0)76 492 33 41.

We're on the move! During Piteå Summer Games, our team is busy running around to make sure everything goes smoothly. That means we will not be able to answer phone calls through our usual line. 📞🚫. But don't worry, we've got you covered!  For any questions or assistance, please:   📍 Stop by our Main Info at Nolia 📞 +46(0)76-492 33 40  We're more than happy to help you ...

We are happy to announce that we will have Fair Play Ambassadors present during the tournament days. We hope this initiative will strengthen and build upon our tradition of creating a safe and welcoming environment for all participants and visitors. They stand for Fair Play, and we are dreaming about putting a stop to negative comments or inappropriate behavior from supporters. We know that th...

Påminnelse!  Kom ihåg att boka och säkra era campingplatser så snart som möjligt. Campingbokningen stänger 10 maj eller tills campingplatserna är fullbokade! Efterfrågan är hög och platserna är begränsade. Först till kvarn gäller. Själva boendeplatser av lagen publiceras i början av juni. Vi strävar alltid efter att hålla medföljande med sina lag (därför kommer ni att ange vilket lag ni t...

Now you can see all the teams that will participate in Piteå Summer Games 2024! 🙌🎉 We are incredibly excited for the summer and all the excitement it will bring! Piteå will welcome a total of 16 nations during the tournament! .

Reminder to all teams: Don't forget to register the total number of participants and pay the participant fees A+B+C by May 10th! Time is running, and Piteå Summer Games is around the corner! To ensure that all teams and participants have the best experience during the tournament, it's important that we receive your registrations and payments on time.  Our accommodations are based on the t...

Piteå Summer Games is fully booked for this summer and we’re closing further registrations for 2024. The response has been incredible with many teams wanting to join us in Piteå!!! For all teams that managed to register but are in need for accommodation – we’re currently working hard to find additional spots and will let you know as soon as we know more. . It is possible to join the waiting li...

UPDATE: Due to high demand, we have temporarily closed registrations for accommodation teams in Piteå Summer Games. We are exploring possibilities to create more spots. Teams without accommodation are still warmly welcome to register. If you wish for accommodation via Piteå Summer Games, please make a note in the message field on your team page after registration. We will apply a first-come, f...

Exciting news! Intersport now has a webshop featuring Piteå Summer Games sweaters, tees and bags! Click here to shop now for all your tournament essentials!  #welcomehome2024 #intersport #craft. . Länk till webshoppen: team.intersport.se/pitea-summer-games.

 We have fantastic news to share with you: right now, we have 15 nations registered for Piteå Summer Games 2024 - but even more will be signing up over the coming weeks. We're already counting down the days to summer. Don't forget to secure your spot in the tournament by registering your team on time. Welcome home to Piteå!

We are excited to announce that we have opened camping bookings for Piteå Summer Games 2024. To enhance your booking experience, we have introduced an exciting new feature on our website! 🌟 We look forward to welcoming you back! #WelcomeHome2024 🌟 Visit our website or click here to book.

Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year to you and your loved ones! Please note that we will be out of the office from December 21st to January 7th. Thank you for a fantastic year, and we look forward to continuing our journey together in the coming year! .

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Piteå Summer Games finns på plats! :-) Hoppas vi ses på Skansen. Beskrivning från "P.S. Saknar dig" hemsidan. Gå till hemsidan direkt! Välkommen till P.S. Saknar dig 2023! Vi bjuder in till en riktigt bra möjlighet för dig som är intresserad av jobb och flytt norrut att knyta kontakt med dagens och morgondagens arbetsgivare. Det är en hel del som händer, och vi vill gärna ha med dig i utv...

The games have finally started! Main information: +46(0)76 492 33 40 ALL competition questions: Main competition: +46(0)76 492 33 41. Don't miss the opening parade tonight. You can get more information and times in the app under "Program". Reminder - no disco on Saturday. Feel free to come down to Mixed Zone at Nolia and try out all the great activities. See you on the field!&nb...

We are not in the office and will not be able to answer the usual phone number. You can contact us via our Main Information - +46 (0)76 492 33 40. . #welcomehome.

This is amazing! More than 800 teams are registered to participate in Piteå Summer Games 2023!The game schedule and accommodation is planned to be released week 23.  We are looking forward to a fantastic summer!  #welcomehome.

Now you have the possibility to make your camping reservation at Piteå Summer Games camping sites. Click on "Supporter" and "Camping Piteå Summer Games" for more information and a link to the booking form. Please observe that this is the only way to make your reservation.  Welcome to Piteå!

Due to a recently made decision from the Swedish Football Association Piteå Summer Games and other international Swedish football tournaments is now allowed to, once again, let 11- and 12-year-olds compete in our tournament. This means that, from 2023, you can play playoffs in the classes G11, G12, B11 and B12. If you still want to play without tables being counted and without any form of play...

Anmälan till Piteå Summer Games lokala e-sportturnering Northern Lights E-dition som spelas på höstlovet, är öppen! Är du född mellan 2005-2014 och vill vara med - anmäl dig genom att klicka här. 

Welcome to Piteå Summer Games 2023 - the tournament is played June 30-July 2. #welcomehome.

It was an amazing tournament! Welcome back June 30-July 2 2023! #welcomehome.

We are not in the office and will not be able to answer the usual phone number. You can contact us via our Main Information - +46 (0)76 492 33 40. . #welcomehome #imcominghome2022 

Take a sneak peek at the timetables of our tournament bus. You can find them on our homepage and our app 🚌📱 (Make sure you download the app - it’s worth it😎) Busses will be available from Friday to Sunday. . #imcominghome2022 #welcomehome #cantwait.

11 days left. There have been some minor adjustments in the game schedule so make sure to double check if it affected your team. We can't wait to see you guys! :-). . #welcomehome #imcominghome2022 

Last day to book camping is Sunday, 19 June 2022. You can not stay at our campgrounds without a reservation so make sure to pre-book until Sunday 😊 Limited spots.   Contact us via camping@piteasummergames.se 📩  Don’t forget to tell us which team you’re with, number of nights, phone number and if you’d wish to make a reservation for a tent or caravan. The designated caravan spo...

The Game schedule for 2022 is now published. We can't wait to see you soon! #imcominghome2022 #welcomehome.

We are celebrating Sweden's National Day (6th June) by releasing the game schedule/fixtures. We are looking forward to finally welcome all of you guys in Piteå again! Accommodation will be published tomorrow (3rd June).  #welcomehome #imcominghome2022. .

During the last month we have passed the last date to register your team to Piteå Summer Games 2022, but don't hesitate to contact us if you have missed it and are interested in joining us this summer. We are now in a new phase in the production of Piteå Summer Games 2022. The phase where the information is passed on from the Piteå Summer Games office to the different clubs that work togethe...

It’s time! If you have not registered your team already you better do it now and don’t miss out on Piteå Summer Games. April 22 is the last day to register.  . At the Piteå Summer Games office we had a lot to do in March. In the beginning of the month, we could mostly focus on the normal office duties for this time of year: meetings with suppliers for goods that we are selling during the ...

Imagine that football, a sport, can unite people. Imagine that a small city like Piteå in the north of Sweden can, for a few days during the summer, become a meeting point for tens of thousands of people. People from all over the world. Old and young, tournament crew as well as tournament participants. They all have a place where they can feel solidarity in something that, for these few days a...

The pandemic situation in Piteå is now a struggle for the society since more and more people is affected by the Coronavirus. Despite that we see a light at the end of the tunnel when more and more countries lower their guard after the Omicron variant and try to find a new normal. We hope and believe that this is the beginning of the end of the pandemic and that we soon can start to find a new ...

Piteå Summer Games wishes you a joyful Christmas time and many special hours with your loved ones. Enjoy every second of it and take good care of you guys. We can't wait to see our big football family again! #imcominghome2022 

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Våren 2021 fattade styrelsen för Piteå Summer Games ett enhälligt beslut att fortsätta samarbetet med Intersport. Vi har varit samarbetspartners sedan en lång tid tillbaka, och samarbetet bottnar i gemenskap, tillit, förtroende och engagemang. Idag tecknar vi ett avtal som löper över fem år, med start 1/1 2022. I och med avtalet kommer också Craft in som en ny och hungrig medspelare. När Piteå...

The registration will open Midnight July 2. Soon we will meet again! #imcominghome2022.

Eftersom pandemin sätter stopp för att anordna en turnering även under sommaren 2021 så kommer Piteå Summer Games kanslipersonal arbeta med en annan fokusgrupp. -          Ett vanligt turneringsår brukar vi ha ett 50-tal ferieungdomar som hjälper till att genomföra vårt arrangemang. Att ställa in turneringen innebär således också att det blir ett st...

Piteå Summer Games is looking forward to a fantastic 2022. . Yesterday, the board of Piteå Summer Games decided to cancel this year’s edition of the tournament. In dialogue with the Regions Infection control, and the National authorities, there is no other option then to postpone to 2022. Piteå Summer Games believe that the players. Leaders, supporters, referees, volunteers, collaborators, spo...

..we postpone the last payment date to May 20. The registration will also be open until then. Any changes will be communicated here at the website, in social media and via e-mail to all teams. Stay safe out there!

 We plan and hope to be able to have the tournament in 2021. However, we will never compromise on safety, or risk anyone falling ill. We are awaiting the directives from the authorities concerning the summer, and only then can we revise our focus. In order for you as a participating team to feel safe, we would like to point out once again that all paid tournament fees are refunded if the ...

Vi önskar inget hellre än att vi ska ses, spela fotboll och umgås i Piteå 2-4 juli 2021. Vi är också medvetna om världsläget och hur osäkert allting är. Om det skulle visa sig att det är omöjligt att genomföra turneringen 2021 så kommer vi som arrangör givetvis att återbetala de avgifter som lagen erlagt. Det är högst varierande hur situationen ser ut runt om i världen, och restriktioner och r...

We wish you a joyful christmas, though it will be a different one in so many ways. Stay safe, and take care of eachother. We'd like to say a huge thank you for all the support we have recived this year. We're aiming for a brighter tomorrow, where we can welcome you back (home) to Piteå!

Today, the tournament would have started. We are devastated that that is not the case, but we aim forward. Go to the website and sign up for 2021! Until we meet - take care of eachother!

Att årets upplaga av Piteå Summer Games ställs in på grund av corona är en stor förlust för hela Piteå. När det ekonomiska bortfallet riskerade evenemangets framtid valde vi på PiteEnergi att kliva in och teckna ett långsiktigt sponsoravtal, i syfte att trygga fortsättningen för den uppskattade folkfesten. Att vi väljer att stötta Piteå Summer Games handlar om mer än själva Piteå Summer Games....

Piteå 2020-04-08. “Dear football friends, The board of Piteå Summer Games has, in the light of the ongoing pandemic, and in consultation with the Region’s infection control physician, decided to cancel the tournament of 2020. Naturally, we are devastated to make this announcement, but we hope for understanding from all the players, leaders, referees, collaborators and partners. We hope to see ...

Information to all registered teams for Piteå Summer Games 2020. . The world faces a major challenge regarding the spread of covid-19. . Therefore, we want to inform all teams about the following: . As of today, there will be Piteå Summer Games 2020. The preparations will continue in regard of updates and analysis of the current situation in accordance with regulations and recommendations from...

Make sure that you are in time for kickoff! Sign up today for the football fiesta in the North!

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At the moment we have 10 nations registered in the tournament, and at least 8 coming shortly. New nation so far is Portugal that will send Benfica School Academy Almeda. A special welcome to the Piteå Summer Games family! The Piteå Summer Games staff will be on Christmas holiday for a while. The office is closed, but the e-mail is always an option if you’d like to contact us. We wish you all a...

Since 2014, Piteå Summer Games have been using the green card to award Fair Play to players, coaches teams and supporters. For our anniversary tournament 2019, we took another step in creating good chemistry, both on and off the pitch, and together with Wibax we presented MY GAME IS GREEN. Those who received a green card during the tournament 2019, also acquired a MY GAME IS GREEN shirt where ...

Today, Piteå Summer Games has adapted the form of play in the classes for the 13-year-olds to the national game forms, established by the Swedish Football Association. This means that we play 9 against 9 in the 13-year-olds, as well as being offered a 9 against 9 class in the 14-year classes as well. See further information in the Competition Regulations.

Vi hoppas att ni får en fantastiskt fin dag hos oss, detta jubileumsår. Lycka till, var snälla mot varandra, och keep the game GREEN! 2020 är datumen 26-28 juni. Hoppas att vi ses igen då!

The evening bring playoffs' under the sun, and disco. So far it has been an amazing tournament, the game is Green!

Piteå Summer Games welcomes you to the 30th edition of the tournament. We hope that you are looking forward to it as much as we are. Let's go!

until deadline. April 12 is the date to remember. At the moment, 16 nations have signed up, but we belive that there are more to come. 2019 we focus on the 30th anniversary, as well as Fair play. We will introduce some exciting news within a few weeks, and we hope that you will be with us on the path to Fair play. Welcome to Piteå!

We are so excited for the massive intrerest in the tournament (after all, it's 7 weeks left to sign up), and we know for a fact that the real rush will be closer to deadline. Naturally, we'd like you to come to Piteå and together with us celebrate that the Best Tournament in Sweden (according to us) turns 30! Welcome!

Follow us, interact with us, talk to us! Facebook facebook.com/piteasummergames. Instagram piteasg #piteasg #visitpitea #swedishlapland. Twitter @piteaSG. Snapchat Piteå Summer Games.

...och vi avslutar med strålande sol. Idag är det avslutningsmatcher och finalspelets sista, skälvande timmar. Vi hoppas på täta och bra matcher, med Fair Play och juste spel. Aktiviteter och prisutdelningar i Mixed Zone för 5 mot 5-lagen, Fair Play och bolljongleringen. Medaljer och diplom till 5 mot 5-lagen finns att kvittera ut i Mixed Zone under dagen. Stort lycka till idag!

Det innebär också att det är ganska högt tryck på trafiken, så tänk på att åka i god tid till matcherna. Kör försiktigt!

At Nolia Ice hall starting at 9.00. If you have trouble finding us,heck in the application "Places - Andra platser". Remember to have a complete participation list on yur team page (players and leaders) prior to starting the Check in. Those of you who need to hand in "Certificate valid player", please make sure that the document is filled in correctly. We look forward to having You in the tour...

Due to a late withdrawal, we've had to make some adjustments in the playing schedule.

...with help from above. The grass has been cut and the lines are in place. The wather forcast looks promising and we hope that you are as excited as we are! Follow us on social media, and then we'll meet in a few days. Wihooo!

Tournament days are June 29 - July 1, and it is perfectly ok to register now! As always, welcome to us!

It's the last day of the 28th edition of Piteå Summer Games. The finals, award ceremonies and friendly's are held. We'd like to thank all of you for being here, and welcome you back in 2018.

Today, lots of matches on the 60 fields we use, the sun is shining and so are we! Remeber to drink lots of water and change to dry socks between the matches. Mixed Zone and Nolia Activity Area is well worth a visit, and also the Intersport Shop. Enjoy!

We'll be out of office for a few days, celebrating Midsummer. See you soon!

...and things are getting somewhat hectic. In v 24 we will publish how to stream the live games from LF1. We will also publish the new tournament bus schedule. You'll find it in the menu, and that will help you plan the visit in Piteå. If you haven't ordered the size of coach t-shirts, special diet, arrival/departure time on your team page, now is the time. After June 16, we will terminate tho...

You find it here in the aplication, or at the website. Please be aware of that there may be changes. 25 days left...

...but spring took a break and delivered some snow =( Not happy, but it will melt. We are so looking forward to this summer and the tournament days. Hope you do too!

Spring is here and time is moving fast. Please show us how you prepare. The season 17 in general, and of course, Piteå Summer Games. Load up on Instagram, and use #mysummergames.

Kontoret håller stängt till tisdag 18 april. Anmälningssidan är fortfarande öppen. Tillönskar en fin helg!

and about time to register to the tournament!

...is the last day to register. There's a lot of interest, so sign up as soon as possible! Hope to see you in Piteå this summer!

...and we are slowly but surely getting there. Piteå Summer Games 2017 will be a blast! We will have a brand new grass turf field at Nolia (11-a-side), and also use a brand new school for accommodation. This will be awsome!

Kickoff with the board last Saturday. Great decisions, great ambition and great people! So proud to see that we have the biggest interest EVER in our tournament. Sign up you too. Welcome to the Midnight Sun tournament #mysummergames.

and it has been a great convention. We have new collaborators in Greece/Cyprus, Ireland, USA and Brazil. It is an honor to share the wonderful experience of Piteå Summer Games! We also see a huge interest for this year's tournament, so sign up you too!

Tisdag 13/9 - onsdag 14/9 är vi på kansliutvärdering. Vi är tillbaka på torsdag!

Don't hesitate - sign up today! We wish new participants, as well as old ones, welcome to us!

All of us who made PSG 2016 to an enormous success, we are great! Players, leaders, referees, volunteers, sponsors, collaborators and citizens of Piteå. There is no limit to what we can do! Now, we are off for a few weeks of vacation. See you again in August! Welcome back June 30 - July 2 2017! If you missed some of the games at LF Arena but really want to watch them. Go to https://piteasumme...

Today, we have the finals and the friendly's. We hope you all have had a great tournament and well played games.

http://piteasummergames.solidtango.com/live.

Dela med av dina videoklipp från PSG! Gå till http://piteasummergames.solidtango.com , klicka på Ladda upp video och dela med dig av dina minnen! Share your videos from PSG! Go to http://piteasummergames.solidtango.com , klick Upload video and share your memories!

This year we broadcast 35 games live from Piteå Sumer Games. The games on the pitch LF Arena 1 will be broadcasted. Each single game will cost SEK 79 but the easiest way to experience the entire weekend is to become VIP for SEK 299. . Go to http://piteasummergames.solidtango.com . To become VIP - click VIP in the top menu and follow the instructions. To buy a single game, click on the game y...

Friday June 17 is the last day to register special diet, coach T-shirts, transfer, extra food Thursday, food tickets and cleaning of the classroom Sunday. All of those is managed on your team page.

We are so, so thankful and happy that so many will visit Piteå and PSG! We ask all the teams accommodated by PSG to log in to the team page and assign time of arrival (and departure), and also to order the coach T-shirt by size. Wish you a pleasant weekend! From us at PSG.

Shortly, all registred team leaders will recieve some information regarding this years tournament. Please read all of it, and add the requsted info. We want your visit to be the best. The sun is shining and the football season is on!

Now, all the teams are visable. We'll keep the registration open a few more days since so many wants to participate. Welcome to us!

...to register. The positive trend is pointing at a new record. 13 nations are ready to come. There is plenty of space left, both in the tournament and at the school accommodation. Register, cause 2016 will be awsome!

...and more nations. It looks like we will hit an all time high if this continues. Soon, it will be the Christmas Holidays, so why not give yourself and your team the best gift ever? We belive that playing in Piteå Summer Games 2016 is just that!

...Piteå Summer Games 2016! Surely you've noticed that the registration is open? So, feel free to sign up and play under the Midnight Sun, 1-3 July 2016! Welcome!

Teams accommodated by PSG can log in to the team page and see the place of accommodation for 2015. This year we have more than 40 teams more that chose to stay with us. This is fun, but also very challenging. Where the team will eat is also displayed at the team page. Tomorrow, we will make some adjustments in the playing schedule. Welcome to us!

It is very important that you as a coach/team administrator take part of the info. You find it at piteasummergames.se/en/info-participating-teams.

Please contact us if you missed to register!

Please read through the changes (marked in yellow). The Tournament regulations is found under "Tournament information".

Now we have 788 teams registred, from 18 nations. Important info to all registred teams can be found here . Please check your trash mail, since some of our messages seem to get caught there. . 68 days left 'til kick off!

Last day to register is April 10. We have speace available in all classes, as well as rooms for accommodation. At the same time, we're heading for a new record. We are ready to welcome you to Piteå this summer!

Piteå Summer Games är stolta över att Svensk Fotboll väljer att införa Grönt kort. PSG införde det Gröna kortet, som första internationella ungdomsturnering i världen, under 2014-års turnering. Detta mottogs ytterst positivt av både spelare, ledare, domare och åskådare. Vi fortsätter såklart med det Gröna kortet även under 2015. . Vid en FairPlay-konferens i Italien presenterade PSG det Gröna ...

Piteå Summer Games, en fotbollsturnering för ungdomar, arrangerades första gången 1990. Idag är det den näst största turneringen i Sverige och tillhör de fem största i världen. Under flera år har turneringen framgångsrikt samarbetat med Intersport, tillsammans med Umbro, som retailpartner. I dagarna förlängdes samarbetet till 2020. Ett personligt engagemang från Intersport-handlaren i Piteå ti...

Piteå Summer Games 2015 will have more nations than ever! Today we have teams from Sweden, Norway, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Argentina, Guatemala, Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Italy, Spain, Mongolia, South Africa, Ireland, Poland, Germany and USA have signed up. So don't hesitate - register today!

The evaluation of 2014 showed us that some teams fail to reach the parade in time, due to late games in the outskirts of the town. That is not ok! Therefor we won't schedule any games 7pm Friday evening, unless the fields are located in the centre. Of course all teams that wishes to participate in the opening parade should be able to do so!

Some of you, who register with an @hotmail.com, may recieve the confirmation letter in the junkmail. Please be aware of this!