The race sees male competitors heave 50kg bags onto their backs as they attempt a 1km run up the Main Street.
Women have it slightly easier with a 25kg bag.
Many contestants do not complete the course and some have been known to collapse along the way.
The 2013 event.
Organiser Michael Boyle said he was excited to announce the return of the popular championship, which traditionally attracts hundreds of entrants from across the world.
“It’s game on,” he said.
“It’s a fantastic announcement and we’ve had six entrants overnight.
“We’ve had lots of positive comments and we’re hoping loads of people will sign up.”