THE point to point race meeting at Ballybeggan, which was postponed last Saturday due to ground conditions, goes ahead today (Friday) with the first race off at 2pm.
There is six races on the card with a pony race taking place after the final race. There’ll be hot food catering available. Entry for the races is €10 for adults and kids go free.
RACING will return to Ballybeggan this month with a Point-to-Point meeting on Saturday, April 15.
There will be six races with the first off at 2pm. For the hungry there’ll be hot food catering while racing fans can also see the Aintree Grand National which will be live streamed. Entry for the races is €10 for adults and kids go free.
Meanwhile, a big attraction at the event will be the dog show which always draws a large number of entries. Registration for the dog show is at 12.30pm with the show starting at 1pm.
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There are classes to suit all pets and owners including Toy/Small Dog; Medium Dog; Large Dog; Puppy (under 1yr old); Rescue Dog; Child Handling (under 15yrs old); Dog Most Like It’s Owner; Fancy Dress; Happiest Dog and Dog of Show.
The event is sponsored by Tralee Races and all proceeds from the Dog Show go to Animal Help Net Kerry.
.Alison McLaverty with ‘Gucci’ and ‘Hugo’ at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean
WHILE racing was the main attraction at the Point-to-Point/Pony racing meeting at Ballybeggan on Saturday, the dog show was a big draw for many.
Organised by by Wendy O’Connor and sponsored by Tralee Races with proceeds going to Animal Help Net Kerry, there were a number of categories from large dog down to puppy.
All dogs big, small, furry and floppy-eared were present with their proud owners and many took home prizes.
With a bouncy castle, facepainting, pony rides, craft stalls, hot food catering and a full bar, it really was a great day out for the family. And the rain stayed away too! Scroll down for photos…
Dylan O’Connell with ‘Pippa’ who came first in the ‘Puppy’ category and Sinead McCourt and ‘Archie’ (2nd) at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Rachel and Annemarie Prendiville with ‘Ruby’ and ‘Izzy’ at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanCaroline and Joey Weeks with ‘Olive’ and ‘Milo’ at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mary Costello and ‘Mac’ winner of ‘Toy Dog’ category at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanChloe Kavanagh and Julia Cunningham with ‘Toby’ at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Melissa O’Connor and ‘Ruby’, second place in ‘Toy Dog’ category at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanLily O’Shea with ‘Alfie’ a prize winner in the ‘Medium Class’ at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Damien Kelly and Emily Keane with ‘Molly’ and ‘Roxy’ at the dog show at Tralee Races in Ballybeggan on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean
RACING will once again take place at the Racecourse in Ballybeggan and a day of great entertainment is planned.
For the past number of years, a Point-to-Point/Pony racing meeting has taken place and this Saturday will see a six-race card starting from 2pm.
Of course it’s not just racing, as again it promises to be a day out for all the family. There will be a dog show, bouncy castle, facepainting, pony rides, craft stalls, hot food catering and a full bar. Entry is €10 on the gate and kids go free.
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Registration for the Dog Show starts at 1.30pm with the show at 2pm. Classes to suit all pets and owners!
1. Toy/Small Dog
2. Medium Dog
3. Large Dog
4. Puppy (under 1yr old)
5. Rescue Dog
6. Child Handling (under 15yrs old)
7. Dog Most Like It’s Owner
8. Fancy Dress
9. Happiest Dog
10. Dog of Show
There Prizes for all winners & runners up. The dog show is organised by Wendy O’Connor and sponsored by Tralee Races with proceeds from the Dog Show going to Animal Help Net Kerry.
Get the Roses’ autographs around town today. Photo by Domnick Walsh
HEY! It’s Saturday and the festival is really in full swing with loads to do around town and beyond (don’t forget the races in Ballybeggan!).
From the vast array of events, here’s our choices of the day…
Rose Signings
Where? Imperal Hotel, Grand Hotel, Brogue Inn
When? 12pm – 3pm and 4:30pm
You’ll be able to rub shoulders with the Roses at three locations in the town centre so it’s a great place to take the kids. The ladies will be there to sign autographs and pose for photos.
Getting it under way are the Canadian and American Roses who will be outside the Imperial at 12pm. They will be followed by the Australian, New Zealand and United Arab Emirates Roses in the Brogue at 3pm. Rounding the whole thing off will be the Irish, British and Luxemborg Roses in the Grand at 4:30pm.
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Family Town
Where? Pearse Park
When? 12pm – 6pm
Pearse Park, just opposite the Ashe Memorial Hall, will be choc-full of events for all the family all this week.
Some of these include, Face Painting, Balloon Modelling, Art Attack, Cheeky Chalk, Water Walkers, Fun Races, Giant Bubble Throwing and much more.
Events differ throughout the day so look out for what’s on in the festival programme (click here).
Rose Twinnings
Where? All over town
When? 2pm – 4pm
One of the great traditions of the festival is the Rose Twinning with the pubs and bars around the town.
This afternoon, Roses will make their way to the pubs they are twinned with for a chat with the locals, they may even get behind the bar and pull a few pints.
It’s back! The Tralee races has returned after a few years absence and is set to run 16 races over the two days.
It’s not just racing either, there will be plenty of entertainment on offer along with a few Roses in attendance too on Sunday.
Admission, €10/€5 and kids are free!
Fossetts Circus
Where? Dan Spring Road
When? 3pm – 6pm
Ireland’s most well known circus, Fossetts, is in town once again and is set to thrill audiences like it always does.
Donal Walsh #LIVELIFE Teen Gig 2014
Where? The Dome
When? 8pm – 11pm
A host of celebrities will descend upon the Dome in aid of Donal Walsh’s ‘Live Life’ Foundation. Some of the celebs in attendance will be Tom Vaughan Lawlor (Nidge) and Daithi O’Se.
Entertaining the crowd will be Youtube comedian James Donnelly along with Spin DJ’s Eoghain Fitz and Darren Regan.
Tickets €10.
Roses on Parade
Where? Boherbee, Castle Street, Denny Street
When? 8:30pm – 10pm
One of the main events of the week when the Roses are introduced formally to the townsfolk.
Along with the Roses there will be over 700 participants in a parade that contains, marching bands, Floats and costumed performers. A fireworks display will round off a great day.
