Great day promised in Killea
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Some of the younger musicians brought great entertainment to last year’s event. See you all on Sunday.Image 2 of 2
Famous Cork singer Seán Ó Sé and Bernard O’Sullivan enjoying themselves at least year’s event. The organisers are delighted to announce that Seán will be in attendance again this year. His wonderful singing voice is always an added attraction to any event.The picturesque village of Killea, nestled beneath the Devil's Bit mountain, will host their annual Fun Day Féile Margaret O’Sullivan from 1.30pm this coming Sunday, June 15.
It truly is a wonderful family day out with the added bonus of the event falling again this year on Father's Day. Killea community have been happily running this event for 15 years now and it is safe to say that there really is something for everyone from music, song, dance to the many field activities that keep everyone entertained throughout the day.
We are incredibly lucky that each year we have a wealth of talented musicians, singers and dancers, who without fail, and always in jovial spirit, bring a wonderful atmosphere to the gig rig. Just to name a few, these include the infamous Séan Ó Sé, Ned Kelly, Thomas McDonagh Pipe Band, local Comhaltas branches, Templemore Ladies Set Dancers, Emma’s School of Irish Dance, Killea Singing Circle and many, many more from near and far.
From 11.30am the village will be a hive of activity with the commencement of the tractor and vintage run. Registration on the day is from 10.30am and everyone is welcome as always. Throughout the day, you can enjoy lots of activities such as stock judging, pick a card, penalty shoot outs, fittest family, best dressed lady competition, hang tough, mouse racing, vintage shop, bouncy castles and face painting. The childcare facility, Ready Steady Go will also be onsite throughout the day providing a free supervised play area for pre-school children.
Some highlights of the day will include the following - 2.30pm: Dog Show; 2.30pm: Monster Sheaf Throwing Competition with competitors taking part from all over the country; 3.30pm: Sheep Racing.
A warm welcome always awaits a visitor to Killea and, fear not, a cup of tea with local home baking available on the day together with barbeque, pancakes and milkshake stand. Proceeds raised from the day ensure the village of Killea is maintained well throughout the year and the various community committees can continue their good work.
Each year a donation is given to a local charity. This year, Fr Francis' Mission Fund has been chosen as that recipient. There is a small charge of €5 per adult on the gate and kids go free. We look forward to welcoming you all to Killea on Sunday and hope you all have a great day out.