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Fleadh by the Feale
Abbeyfeale 29 April 2010 - 03 May 2010
- Fleadh in the town of Abbeyfeale in Co. Limerick on the May Bank Holiday This Fleadh just gets bigger and better. It is a weekend that any organising committee would be proud of; it brings together traditional Irish musicians from all over Ireland, Europe and America no less who set Abbeyfeale alight over the bank Holiday weekend. Particular focus and interest is evident in the bones playing competition on the Monday night which draws a huge crowd to the platform in the square in Abbeyfeale and truly you would be amazed at the skill and dexterity of the competitors who have ranged from five years of age to the young age of seventy. The Fleadh committee also caters for the artistic side and is involved with the local schools in running an art competition and they also provide opportunities for story tellers to come and share their pearls of wisdom!! This weekend is for everybody; those blessed with talent and ability to play an instrument or sing and those who have an appreciation of traditional Irish music in its purest form. People of all ages come to share their talent with the folk of Abbeyfeale and in return the town guarantees you a warm West Limerick welcome.
Telephone:+353 (0)68 51 722 Fax:+353 (0)86 326 5762 Email: info@fleadhtbythefeale.com Website: www.fleadhbythefeale.com
Limerick River Fest
Limerick City 30 April 2010 - 03 May 2010
- This festival is designed to showcase and celebrate all that’s great about Limerick City – highlighting and revelling in art, culture, music, sport and food. Riverfest is one of the fastest growing festival in Ireland and has been hugely popular with young and old alike. It is a city wide series of events including: fishing competitions, dragon boat racing, a riverside Continental food market, open air Ceili Mor, Puc-fada, tug-o-war etc. A number of cultural and musical events will also be organised around the city.
Telephone:+353 (0)61 40 0200Email: entertainment@eircom.net Website: www.limerickcity.ie
Burren in Bloom
1st - 31st May, Ballyvaughan, Co Clare
A month long festival of illustrated talks and walks to celebrate the amazing botanical wealth of the Burren. www.ballyvaughanireland.com
Ballyhoura International Walking Festival
1st - 3rd May, Kilfinane, Co Clare
3 great days of guided walking over the May Bank Holiday Weekend. www.ballyhouracountry.com
Limerick Racecourse Fixtures
Monday, 3rd May National Hunt 2.30pm
Sunday, 16th May National Hunt 2.30pm www.limerickraces.ie
The Great Limerick Run
2nd May
- The Great Limerick Run is a sporting event that is unique to Ireland. It is the first ever time that a 10K, half marathon and a certified full marathon have been held in the same location in one day and will be the most exciting event on the Irish running calendar in 2010. www.greatlimerickrun.com
The Dance Academy presents
The Four Seasons
Monday 10th May at 7.30pm
- The Dance Academy continues to build on its 17 years in Limerick formerly as The Gallagher School of Ballet. Now offering Classical Ballet, Character, Modern and Street Jazz the school, which operates from Milford National School Community Gym, holds classes Tuesdays to Saturdays for students from 3 to 20 years. Teachers, Svetlana Blinova (Classical/Character) and Stacey Booth (Street/Modern) and all The Dance Academy students are pleased to take you on a journey through "The Four Seasons" with a tast of varying dance styles, expect to see the Easter Bunnies, Witches and Ghouls, Cats, Elves, Ladybirds, Greek and Spanish dances and classical solos performed by the Queen of each season.For further information about classes contact Stacey Booth, L.I.S.T. D (Dip), L.I.D.T.A, M.B.A.T.D on 086 1546467
Tickets: €15 / Child €10 / Family (4) €45 University of Limerick Concert Hall
Blonde Sheep presents
Tony Stockwell - Psychic Medium
- An Evening of Mediumship Sunday 16th May at 8pmPsychic Medium Tony Stockwell has been working for some 20 years and is constantly striving to push the boundaries of his communication. In that time he has had umpteen television programmes and has taught at some of the most respected schools for mediumistic development. Legions of people have witnessed his unique gifts first hand and can testify what he does is truly amazing. Tony Stockwell: Giving a voice to those in the unseen world without voices.
Tickets: €35 / Conc. €32 University of Limerick Concert Hall
Burren Slow Food Festival
21st - 23rd May, Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare
- Showcasing the unique and excellent variety of local produce in the area. Various events through out the weekend, including a Banquet, markets, food tastings and many more. www.slowfoodclare.com
Birr Hot Air Balloon Festival
27th - 30th May, Birr, Co Offaly
- Enjoy the spectacular sight of Hot Air Balloons flying over the beautiful countryside surrounding Birr. www.birrcastle.com
