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Wexford Fleadh Executive Committee has partnered with Wexapp to bring you the official Fleadh App for Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. Wexford Fleadh Executive Committee is pleased to announce their partnership with Wexapp for Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. Wexapp is a family run business operating in Wexford and is working with the …
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An exhibition will take place in Enniscorthy Co. Wexford tomorrow, March 8th... Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the world’s largest celebration of Irish music and language events, is returning to Wexford Town from the 3rd to 10th August 2025. With over 650,000 people expected to attend the week-long event the Fleadh Executive Committee is once again …
Do you want to perform at the Gig Rig at the 2025 Fleadh? The Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann will once again take place in Wexford for 2025. The dates have been confirmed and it will take place from August 3rd to August 10th 2025. After the highly successful 2024 Fleadh Cheoil which was held in …
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The Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann, which took place in Wexford over the last week, had many moments of brilliance... On our Facebook page, a young 10-year-old went viral after singing 'Grace' on the streets of Wexford town. From Courtown to Cork, Ballygarret to Bali, and Piercestown to Poland, the video surpassed over 250,000 views, showcasing …
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People came from everywhere to enjoy the Fleadh in Wexford town over the past week... One person on hand to capture the magic of the Fleadh was Thomas McCormack, who is a freelance photojournalist. He captured Latvian woman, Solvita McCormack, who was holding her baby throughout, sing songs such as 'Black is the Colour' and …
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(Featured Image Credit: Aoife Kavanagh) Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann ends on a high note after a week-long celebration of Irish traditional music and culture... The festival, taking place for the first time in Wexford Town, drew over 600,000 visitors, injecting an estimated €60 million into the local economy. Over the course of the week, …
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Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann launches into a weekend jam-packed with music and competitions, celebrating a diverse array of performers... Over the next three days, an estimated 5,500 musicians across 250 competitions will compete for a much sought-after trophy. On Sunday, the Senior Céilí Band Competition will take centre stage at the Credit Union Dome. …
History was made on Thursday, August 8th, at the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann held in Wexford... 2,516 musicians shattered the Guinness World Record for the most tin whistles played simultaneously. The record-breaking attempt took place at Chadwicks Wexford Park GAA stadium, surpassing the previous record of 1,015 players. The event drew participants from across the …
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Wexford Racecourse hosts its second meeting of this week on Friday with a seven-race offering hot on the heels of Wednesday’s card... Racing gets underway at 4.55pm on Friday with a maiden hurdle before rounding off at 8.25pm as a big field of 17 tackle the extended two-mile bumper. Read below to discover the latest …
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A bumper eight-race card awaits punters heading to Wexford Racecourse on Wednesday evening as the summer Jumps season continues at the track... Racing gets underway at 4.45 with a 14-runner maiden hurdle over the extended two-mile trip before rounding off at 8.15 with another big-field bumper. Read below to discover the latest tips from Wexford’s …
Volunteers from Samaritans will support revellers at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford this weekend, offering emotional support to those in need or struggling to cope... Thousands of people are expected to join the celebrations over the coming days, but for some the weekend may be challenging. Samaritans Festival Branch will be on duty from …
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The excitement is building ahead of the Fleadh... President Michael D. Higgins will be just one of the big names in attendance in Wexford this Sunday, August 4th. He will be attending the Opening Ceremony of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford Town this Sunday, 4th August from 4pm. This ceremony will kick off a …
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