By Dan Walsh at the opening of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 in Wexford town President Michael D. Higgins was warmly received in Wexford on Sunday, where he launched Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann and was honoured by the people of Co. Wexford as he prepares to retire after 14 years in Aras an Uachtaráin.Cathaoirleach ofContinue reading “President Higgins receives Wexford welcome/farewell”
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Wexford is celebrating Fleadh Cheoil 2025
By Dan Walsh at opening of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town For the second year in a row President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, formally inaugurated the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 during a ceremony held on the Gig Rig stage on Wexford Quay this afternoon. President Higgins, who was accompanied byContinue reading “Wexford is celebrating Fleadh Cheoil 2025”
Wexford warmly welcomes 2025 Fleadh festivities
By Dan Walsh at Wexford President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins is scheduled to officially open Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 at 3pm today (Sunday) on the Wexford Credit Union Gig Rig on The Quay, marking the start of a week focused on Irish music and culture, with an estimated attendance of 700,000 visitors fromContinue reading “Wexford warmly welcomes 2025 Fleadh festivities”
Volunteers needed for Fleadh 2025
By Dan Walsh The 2025 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann takes place from August 3rd-10th in Wexford Town and preparations are coming together and before the official launch of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the Wexford Fleadh Executive Committee is calling on the people of Wexford to volunteer. Over 600,000 visitors are expected to visit WexfordContinue reading “Volunteers needed for Fleadh 2025”
Civic Reception salutes Fleadh volunteers
By Dan Walsh The success of Fleadh Cheoil nah Éireann 2024 was celebrated with a Civic Reception hosted by Cathaoirleach Wexford County Council, Cllr Pip Breen, to honour over 400 volunteers for their tireless efforts. It was held in County Hall, Wexford, last Saturday. “Your willingness to share your time by volunteering for the FleadhContinue reading “Civic Reception salutes Fleadh volunteers”
“One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town
By Dan Walsh in Wexford town Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town has been described as “one of the great Fleadh’s of all time” and is universally acclaimed by visitors and locals alike as an outstanding success after more than 600,000 visitors filled the streets over the week-long celebration and injected €60 million intoContinue reading ““One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town”
Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!
By Dan Walsh at the Fleadh in Wexford Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is in full swing on Day 3 (Tuesday) with a vibrant array of music, lectures, exhibitions, walking tours, award ceremonies, youth sessions, and more! Among a schedule jam-packed with diverse events and experiences, here are two highlights to look forward to thisContinue reading “Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!”
President Higgins to launch Fleadh 2024
By Dan Walsh in Wexford Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D. Higgins will be in Wexford town on Sunday afternoon where he will officially launch Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 from the impressive Wexford Credit Union stage on Wexford Quay and get the festivities under way for a week-long celebration of Irish music, dance, song, storytellingContinue reading “President Higgins to launch Fleadh 2024”
‘A Fleadh for All’ coming to Wexford town
By Dan Walsh The Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 traditional music festival scheduled for August 4th-11th was officially launched at the National Opera House, Wexford, tonight (Saturday). The event, organised by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and hosted by the Wexford Fleadh Executive Committee is expected to attract over 500,000 visitors, and this year’s theme, ‘A Fleadh forContinue reading “‘A Fleadh for All’ coming to Wexford town”
“Get in on the action and join the team!” at Fleadh 2024
By Dan Walsh Ahead of the official launch of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, taking place August 4th-11th in Wexford town, the Wexford Fleadh Executive Committee is calling on the people of Wexford to volunteer and become part of the world-acclaimed programme of traditional Irish language and music events. The Fleadh is coming to theContinue reading ““Get in on the action and join the team!” at Fleadh 2024”
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