Archive for May, 2010

Galway Powerboat Festival

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
galwaypowerboatfestivalGalway Powerboat Festival and Around Ireland Offshore Powerboat Race 2010– Event Listing

The streets of Galway will leap into life this June Bank Holiday weekend, with the arrival of the Galway Power Boat Festival, which runs from the 5th – 12th of June 2010.
A host of extreme racing events with live commentary will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, as Salthill provides a perfect viewing point for the P1 Superstock Championships, the start and finish of the inaugural ‘Around Ireland Offshore Powerboat Race’, and P750 racing, which will all undoubtedly be highlights of the on-water activity.

Aside from action packed racing on the bay, Galway will rock the docks again as we kick off the summer festival season in earnest. The festival race village will be open to the public from 10am- 10.30pm and each night will see a full, free music line up from the centre pier, showcasing the best of local and national talent. Over 20 acts are scheduled to appear over the 8 day festival, including Crystal Swing, the Cartoon Thieves, Black Magic Band, the Timber Tramps and Joe Furey and The Hayride.

Festival food and craft markets will offer a fantastic range of choice, whilst those seeking a thrill will be able to turn their attention to the various simulators and amusements which will be on-hand to entertain the crowds.

There will be family fun a plenty during this fantastic free event, for full details of the festival line up, or for more information, please visit our website at www.aroundireland.org

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Mud Run is heading for Munster for some good clean fun

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
munstermudrunMunster will down and dirty for its first taste of Mud Run as Ireland’s muckiest race heads south this coming June.

Munster Mud Run, which will be held at 11am on Saturday, 19th June 2010, takes place at Coillte, Ballyhoura Mountains, Doneraile, Co. Cork. The 5km forest track takes participants through mud pits, water holes and over a series of obstacles guaranteed to leave them dirty, muddy and smiling.

Registration for Munster Mud Run is now open for those with a sense of adventure and fun by visiting www.mudrun.ie. Cost of registration is €30 for individuals, while groups of four can register for €100.

Derek McKay of Mud Run Ireland said, “Munster Mud Run is guaranteed to be great fun and the Ballyhouras provide the perfect backdrop for the event. Mud Run is open to everyone from first-timers who want to try something different to those who train hard and want a good laugh.

“Our first Mud Run was hugely popular and people travelled from all over the country. We noticed those from Munster had a particular fondness for getting dirty and mucky so we’re really excited about the June event. Places are limited so register early!” he added.

Situated on the boarders of Cork, Limerick and Tipperary, the Ballyhoura Mountains are easily accessible; just 45 minutes from Cork and Limerick city centres. The region is fast becoming synonymous with outdoor adventure activities, which include mountain biking, kayaking, paragliding and equestrian sports.

Novelty prizes for the first male and female to finish will be presented on the day as well as prizes for the cleanest, dirtiest and first group to cross the finishing line. All participants will get a special Munster Mud Run t-shirt.

Participants can also raise some much-needed funds for MS Ireland. Sponsorship cards can be obtained by emailing info@mudrun.ie.

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