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24/04/2019

13/10/2017

The opening night fireworks will light up Wexford harbour on Thursday October 19 at 7.30pm. This year, to increase the public’s comfort and safety, free tickets will be required to access the main viewing point on the quay front, which includes the area past the Spiegeltent in front of the stage for the speeches and the fireworks. Tickets are not required for any other areas in or around Wexford town. Other great viewing areas in and around town include: Wexford Golf Course, Mulgannon; St. Peter’s College, Summerhill (front car park); Sarsfields GAA Club in Park.

The free tickets will be available from Saturday, 14 October from a number of convenient venues, including the National Opera House, Wexford Arts Centre in Cornmarket, and the Spiegeltent Ticket Office on South Main Street, and from Monday, 16 October from the Wexford Borough District Council offices on Spawell Road, the Wexford County Council offices in Carricklawn. Just drop in to any of these locations and collect your free tickets, which will be available on a first come first served basis.

For those who decide to travel to the quay front for the speeches and fireworks, the usual traffic restrictions into Wexford town and along the quay front will remain as in previous years, with the quays closed to traffic from 6 pm, and Wexford Bridge closed from 7 pm. Both will reopen at 8 pm.

26/04/2017

22/02/2017

Tri The Hook Triathalon



A wild and wonderful way to experience the breathtaking Hook Peninsula.

The Tri the Hook Triathalon 2017 takes place on the 26th August.

Find out more and register here.


Dates:
Sat 26th Aug 2017

22/02/2017

National Cycling Championships 2017



Over 500 of Ireland's top cyclists will be converging on Wexford Town to compete in the National Cycling Champtionships.

Cyclists will be competing for a number of different categories: Elites, Over 40/50/60, Para.

Wexford County Council HQ in Carricklawn will be Race HQ for the event and the route will pass over Wexford Bridge and incorporate eight laps of a 20km circuit. There will also be family fun and other festivities on Wexford Quayfront to be enjoyed by all.


Dates:
Thu 22nd Jun 2017 to Sun 25th Jun 2017

22/02/2017

Hope and Dream 10 Road Race



Hope and Dream 10km/10mile road race

Hope and Dream 10 road race will take place on Sunday 9th April in Enniscorthy to raise funds and awareness for the Hope Cancer Support Centre and County Wexford Hospice Homecare Service.

Our goal is to have 2,500 people raise as much money as possible, so we can continue to assist people affected by cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Our aim is that all sponsorship money raised will be split evenly between the two charities and that race costs will be paid for by our invaluable sponsors.

Register online at www.hopeanddream10.com or complete and return the entry form which is printed each week in the Echo Newspaper.




Dates:
Sun 9th Apr 2017

22/02/2017

South East Charters



South East Charters

South East Charters is situated on the stunning Hook Peninsula. Our mission is to provide the ultimate experience for anyone interested in angling or scenic boat trips. We cater for everyone from the experienced angler to the family just wanting to enjoy the thrill of a short boat trip. We are also available to charter for surveys, dives and research.

Our sea angling charters are second to none; you can hope to catch up to 20 species in a day including cod, po***ck, ling, conger eel, wrasse and gurnard. Shark fishing will provide good sport with catches of up to 100lbs during the summer months.

The Hook Peninsula offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Ireland as well as some of the finest sea angling to be had along the Irish coast. Our boat trips are a truly unique experience for all the family. Cruises include the opportunity to see natural caves, secluded beaches and bird watching. The historic sites of the area all take a different perspective when viewed from the sea. You could also be lucky to spot some seals and dolphins or catch some fish.

Like South East Charters on Facebook for more information.

22/02/2017

A.I.M.S. Choral Festival



Enjoy the annual Association of Irish Musical Societies choral festival in New Ross.

Friday 19th May Junior Day

Competitions for school and youth choirs take place in St Michael’s Theatre.

Solo competitions take place in both St Michael’s Theatre and the nearby Pastoral center.

Saturday 20th May

Like many previous years we will be hosting a special Festival Gala Night on Saturday 20th May, which will feature much of the award winning talent from the south east region of A.I.M.S.

Sunday 21st May Adult Day

The hugely popular senior day at the festival sees familiar faces return year on year to take part in one or more of the 12 choral categories and we welcome all returning and new choirs to New Ross. Please note; this year competition I, Musical Cameo, has been opened to all choirs who would wish to take part and is no longer confined to A.I.M.S. members. Competition C remains restricted to members of A.I.M.S.

We extend a warm invitation to any individual, choir or musical society to participate in one or multiple competitions across the weekend. You can be assured that you will find a competition to meet your needs!

There is always a great atmosphere and camaraderie during the festival with people sitting out on the streets in many areas of the town chatting and singing.


Dates:
Fri 19th May 2017 to Sun 21st May 2017