Annual General Meeting

2026 AGM Information

When: 16-17 May 2026

Where: The 2026 Murray Clan Society Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be in conjunction with the Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival & Games (www.smokymountaingames.org) held in the Great Smokies Event Center just outside Townsend, Tennessee, at 7930 E Lamar Alexander Parkway.

Lodging:

Starting in 2026, we are taking a different approach to the AGM and will no longer secure lodging as part of our planning. Instead, we will focus on the clan events to make them a more engaging and enjoyable experience. The decision to allow members the freedom to choose accommodations that best fit their preferences and budget gives members flexibility and will enhance participation Despite this change, the Tremont Lodge & Resort has graciously given us a courtesy block of rooms that have discounted rates Wednesday through Monday. This is the location of our hospitality suite and Saturday Clan dinner.


• For reservations and additional information call (865) 448-3200. Identify yourself as a guest of the Murray Clan Society of North America Group. The Group Booking Code is: b302832.
• You can also book online by going to www.hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/8dZS4x?allotment_block_code=b302832#checkin=2026-5-13&checkout=2026-05-18
• Room rate: $119/night (Wed-Thurs and Sun-Mon), $149/night (Fri-Sat) – taxes not included
• Rates include a waived resort fee


Tremont Lodge & Resort
7728 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
Townsend, TN 37882
Telephone: 385-271-1059
Website: www.tremont-lodge-resort.hotelsone.com
Hotel amenities include:
• Free Wi-Fi, parking, pool, firepit, and fitness center.
• Complimentary breakfast

AGM events:

Friday, 15 May –

  • 1:00 pm – Society Council meeting in the hotel (all members are welcome to attend); 2nd Floor Indoor Venue at Tremont Lodge & Resort
  • 5:30 pm – Welcome Gathering
    • The Abbey at the Heartland Little River Chapel *Friday night is Rib Night and they have live music starting at 6:30pm
    • 7765 River Rd, Townsend, TN 37882
  • 8:30 pm – Hospitality suite for music, conversation & whisky (2nd Floor Indoor Venue at Tremont Lodge)

Saturday, 16 May – 

  • 9:00 am – Games open to the public
    • Throughout the day enjoy piping and drumming, heavy athletics, Highland dancing, and more!
  • 11:30 am – Lunch will be provided in the Murray Clan tent
  • Noon – Opening ceremony (subject to change)
  • 1:00 pm – AGM in the Murray Clan tent 
  • 6:00 pm – Gathering for the AGM Dinner at the Tremont Lodge & Resort (2nd Floor Indoor Venue)
  • 6:30 – AGM dinner
    • Menu information and pricing are on the AGM order form in the 2025 Winter Aitionn. Reservations and money are due April 18.
    • Dinner activities include the piping in the haggis and the awards ceremony 

Sunday, 17 May – 

  • 9:00 am – Games open to the public 
  • 4:00 pm – Closing ceremonies and tent tear down

For additional information contact Michaela Thomas by email at agm@clanmurray.org or by mobile phone at 720-443-1073.

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