Rose of Tralee Events Programme 2023

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PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 2023 FRIDAY 11TH AUGUST VENUE

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WELCOME CIVIC RECEPTION with Wexford County Council as the Roses enjoy sampling local Wexford Quay food from Taste Wexford with music in a lively atmosphere MEET & GREET in Gorey in conjunction with Love Gorey where the Roses walk down the Gorey, Co. Wexford main street and enjoy special Rose displays as they meet the public BBQ IN THE ASHDOWN PARK HOTEL where guests can enjoy mingling and socialising with the Ashdown Park Hotel Roses on the grounds of the sponsor host hotel

SATURDAY 12TH AUGUST ACTIVE DAY OUT with Visit Wexford as the Roses enjoy a day of adventure on the waves, high ropes and more as they stop in top tourist attractions across the county GALA DINNER IN THE ASHDOWN PARK HOTEL where the sponsor hosting hotel will honour the 32 Roses from around the world

Co. Wexford Ashdown Park Hotel

SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST FINAL WEXFORD ROSE TOUR stops across the county as the Roses stop in New Ross, Enniscorthy and Bunclody to unlayer history and indulge in more local produce from Taste Wexford

Co. Wexford

MONDAY 14TH AUGUST LONGFORD ROSE TOUR in partnership with Longford County Council and Longford Tourism, Co. Longford where the Roses visit some of the main attractions and activities around the county.

TUESDAY 15TH AUGUST RTÉ PHOTOSHOOT IN DUBLIN Roses meet with RTÉ Dublin presenter Dáithí Ó Sé and the national press for pr photos OFFALY ROSE RECEPTION & TOUR in collaboration Co. Offaly with Offaly County Council and Offaly Tourism. Look out for the Roses as they tour around some of Offaly’s finest tourist attractions and meet & greet locals GALA DINNER IN THE COUNTY ARMS HOTEL where Co. Offaly Roses will mix and mingle with guests

WEDNESDAY 16TH AUGUST OFFALY ROSE TOUR with Offaly County Council and Offaly Tourism. Co. Offaly Roses enjoy the sights as they tour around County Offaly MEATH ROSE TOUR in conjunction with Meath County Council and Co. Meath Meath Tourism GALA ROSE BALL Dinner Dance at the Knightsbrook Hotel Spa and Golf Resort

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THURSDAY 17TH AUGUST MEATH ROSE TOUR continues as Roses enjoy the best of the county in conjunction with Meath County Council and Meath Tourism

Co. Meath

ROSE DINNER at The George four-star luxury hotel in Limerick city centre

Limerick City

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 2023 FRIDAY 18TH AUGUST TIME

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9.30am – 5pm GOWNS OF GLORY Rose of Tralee Fashion with dresses throughout the decades on display County Museum 10am – 5pm ROSE OF TRALEE HISTORICAL EXHIBITION Delve through the decades & history of Irelands County Library longest running Festival 3pm – 11pm BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Spills & thrills for all the family to enjoy Town Centre 3pm & 6pm FOSSETTS CIRCUS Ireland’s most famous and best loved Circus Dan Spring Rd 7pm – 8pm MEET & GREET Opportunity to meet our 2023 Roses, Rose Escorts & Rose Buds Town Centre 10pm – 2am FESTIVAL SESSIONS Many of the towns Bars & Hotels are hosting great live music all week Various (Times may vary) 11pm – 2am FESTIVAL CLUB Join all our Roses, Rose Escorts, Centres and Teams for a great night of Medowlands entertainment and fun Hotel

SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST 9.30am – 5pm GOWNS OF GLORY Rose of Tralee Fashion with dresses throughout the decades on display 10am – 5pm ROSE OF TRALEE HISTORICAL EXHIBITION Delve through the decades & history of Irelands longest running Festival 11am – MULCHINOCK MEMORIES with a presentation of the ‘Mulchinock Documents’ & visit by the 12pm 2023 Roses 12pm – 3pm GO RACING WITH THE ROSES Meet all the Roses up close and enjoy a Family Fun filled afternoon with lots of kids activities

County Museum County Library County Library

Kingdom Greyhound Stadium 3pm – 11pm BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Spills & thrills for all the family to enjoy Town Centre 3pm & 6pm FOSSETTS CIRCUS Ireland’s most famous and best loved Circus Dan Spring Rd 8.30pm FESTIVAL OF LIGHT PARADE in association with Fhéile Trá Lí - Join the Roses, Rose Escorts Town and Rose Buds for a dazzling family festival parade along the town’s streets Centre 9pm – 10pm MEET & GREET Opportunity to meet our 2023 Roses, Rose Escorts & Rose Buds Town Centre 10pm – 2am FESTIVAL SESSIONS Many of the towns Bars & Hotels are hosting great live music all week Various 11pm – 2am FESTIVAL CLUB Join all our Roses, Rose Escorts, Centres and Teams for a great night of Medowlands entertainment and fun Hotel

SUNDAY 20TH AUGUST 9.30am – 5pm GOWNS OF GLORY Rose of Tralee Fashion with dresses throughout the decades on display 9.30am – MASS & SERVICE WITH THE ROSES Roses will attend the following churches for prayer & 12pm reflection 2pm FESTIVAL OF COLOUR PARADE in association with Féile Thrá Lí - Join the International Roses, Rose Escorts and Roses once more for a family festival parade of colour along the town’s streets 3pm – 4pm THE GARDA BAND Always a highlight for all the family to enjoy…that fantastic Sunday feeling at the Rose 3pm – 11pm BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Spills & thrills for all the family to enjoy 3pm & 6pm FOSSETTS CIRCUS Ireland’s most famous and best loved Circus 4pm – ROSE TWINNINGS Our 32 Roses will drop in for a chat, meet family, take pictures and 5.30pm autographs 7pm – 8pm LIGHT A CANDLE Come to the wetlands for the annual lighting of the candle ceremony in aid of Recovery Haven 10pm – 2am FESTIVAL SESSIONS Many of the towns Bars & Hotels are hosting great live music all week 11pm – 2am FESTIVAL CLUB Join all our Roses, Rose Escorts, Centres and Teams for a great night of entertainment and fun

County Museum Various Town Centre Town Centre Town Centre

Dan Spring Road Various Pubs & Hotels Tralee Bay Wetlands Various Medowlands Hotel

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 2023 MONDAY 21ST AUGUST TIME

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GOWNS OF GLORY Rose of Tralee Fashion with dresses throughout the decades on display SIAMSA TIRE Roses and Rose Escorts take a tour of Siamsa Tire Theatre ROSE OF TRALEE HISTORICAL EXHIBITION Delve through the decades & history of Irelands longest running Festival 10am – 11am ST JOHN OF GODS Roses and Rose Escorts to visit St John of Gods Monavalley Tralee 3pm – 11pm BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Spills & thrills for all the family to enjoy 3pm & 6pm FOSSETTS CIRCUS Ireland’s most famous and best loved Circus 9.30am – 5pm 10am –11pm 10am – 5pm

County Museum Siamsa Tire County Library St John of Gods Town Centre Dan Spring Road 8pm –11pm RTÉ ROSE OF TRALEE INTERNATIONAL SELECTION Part 1 live on TV KSA & M.T.U 10pm – 2am FESTIVAL SESSIONS Many of the towns Bars & Hotels are hosting great live music all week Various (Times may vary) 11pm – 2am FESTIVAL CLUB Join all our Roses, Rose Escorts, Centres and Teams for a great night of Medowlands entertainment and fun Hotel

TUESDAY 22ND AUGUST GOWNS OF GLORY Rose of Tralee Fashion with dresses throughout the decades on display ROSE OF TRALEE HISTORICAL EXHIBITION Delve through the decades & history of Irelands longest running Festival 10am – 11am SIAMSA TÍRE Roses and Rose Escorts take a tour of Siamsa Tíre Theatre 10am – 11am BLENNERVILLE RESOURCE CENTRE Roses and Rose Escorts to visit Blennerville Resource Centre 9.30am – 5pm 10am – 8pm

County Museum County Library Siamsa Tíre Blennerville Resource Centre 3pm – 11pm BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Spills & thrills for all the family to enjoy Town Centre 3pm & 6pm FOSSETTS CIRCUS Ireland’s most famous and best loved Circus Dan Spring Road 8pm – 11pm RTÉ ROSE OF TRALEE INTERNATIONAL SELECTION Part 2 live on TV KSA @ M.T.U 10pm – 2am FESTIVAL SESSIONS Many of the towns Bars & Hotels are hosting great live music all week Various (Times may vary) 11pm – 2am FESTIVAL CLUB Join all our Roses, Rose Escorts, Centres and Teams for a great night of Medowlands entertainment and fun Hotel 11.30pm MIDNIGHT MADNESS Join us at the Denny Street Stage where the 2023 Rose of Tralee Town Centre –12am will be introduced and the winner of the Rose of Tralee Monster Raffle will be announced! Enjoy fireworks and celebrations with Fhéile Trá Lí and dance the night away with our Roses and Rose Escorts.

Join us for Féile Thrá Lí, a thrilling five day extravaganza taking place from 18th to 22nd August 2023.

18-22 August 2023

This exciting new street festival will coincide with the Rose of Tralee International Festival.

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Experience captivating parades, immerse yourself in infectious live music and street theatre while exploring bustling markets brimming with local treasures.

The night sky will come alive with our breathtaking fireworks display, creating an enchanting atmosphere.

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Food & Craft

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Rose of Tralee Iconic Events

GEORGE MURPHY AND THE RISING SONS

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Amusements & Circus

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The festival captures the rich heritage and culture of Tralee and the town’s wonderful legacy of hosting spectacular events.

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Saturday 'Festival of Light Parade 8.30pm Sunday 'Festival of Colour' Parade 2pm

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TWINNINGS We thank the pubs who have sponsored this year’s Rose Pub Twinning event from 3.30pm to 5.30pm Sunday 20th August.

Meet your favourite Roses, take a selfie, grab an autograph and a refreshing drink in great company! These pubs will be the “homes” to the families and supporters of this year’s Roses for the duration of the Festival, so don’t be a stranger!

PUB/HOTEL

ROSE/CENTRE 1

ROSE/CENTRE 2

Baily’s Corner

Cork

Germany

Paddy Mac’s

Carlow

Queensland

Cearnóg

Longford

Western Canada

Kirby’s Brogue Inn

Antrim

Chicago

The Blasket

Melbourne

Laois

Betty’s

Clare

Richie’s

Limerick

The Munster Bar

Mayo

Turner’s Lounge

Offaly

The Imperial Hotel

Wexford

Sean Óg’s

Dublin

Jack Mac’s

Down

Texas London

The Fiddler

Meath

The Castle Bar

San Francisco

Linnane’s

Sydney

The Greyhound

Arizona

The Grand Hotel

Kerry

New York

An Teach Beag

Toronto

Washington DC

McCaffrey’s

New Zealand

South Australia

The Ashe Hotel

Philadelphia

F R I DAY, AU G U S T 1 8 T H 1 1 . 3 0 A M :

Boston & New England

The Rose Ottawa Welcome the Roses to Tralee at Hotel the Meadowlands Hotel at 11.30am on Friday, August 18th