RATHDRUM FIREWORKS FESTIVAL LIGHTS UP THE SKY THIS SUMMER

Issued 17th June 2008

Wicklow County Tourism is pleased to announce that a very special event will take place in Parnell Memorial Park, Rathdrum on the 7th August 2008.

In a spectacular show that is set to light up the skies in and around Rathdrum, the annual Rathdrum Fireworks Festival will take off with a bang. Not only will there be a dazzling array of pyrotechnics for all the family to enjoy, there will also be music to entertain in the park prior to the event itself.

This is a dedicated fireworks festival so you can be sure of the best fireworks display that you will see along the length and breadth of Ireland. The Parnell Memorial Park will be filled with many hundreds of spectators and there will also be some musical entertainment on in the Market Square.

The fun kicks off in Parnell Memorial Park on the evening of Thursday, 7th August, with the main show itself taking off at approximately 10pm. This unique event is a dedicated fireworks festival, promising a feast for the eyes and great fun for all the family.

The display will be preceded by open-air music, with a performance by The Cantons on the Market Square. This event attracts hundreds of visitors to the town every year and this event can be enjoyed by people of all ages. As part of the event, a Monster Festival Bingo will take place in the RDA hall on Friday, 8th August with many prizes.

On Sunday, 10th August a car boot sale will take place in the car park of Parnell Memorial Park.

For more information on the festival contact May Byrne on 0404 46262.

Keep up to date with all the festivals taking place around the Garden County by visiting Wicklow County Tourism’s dedicated Festival section.