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TIME
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EVENT
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VENUE
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8am – 8pm
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FRENCE, FARMER & CRAFT MARKET with traditional street stall sellers and street performers. |
Denny St. / The Mall
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9am – 5pm
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ROSE FASHION Relive the decades through 51 years of the Rose of TraleeCounty Museum, Ashe Memorial Hall. |
Denny Street (Lwr)
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9am – 5pm
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ROSE OF TRALEE EXHIBITION A look back over 51 years of the festival with pictures and memorabilia.
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Tralee Library
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10am – 2pm
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NORTH AND EAST KERRY DEVELOPMENT FAMILY FUN DAY with bouncy Park, Face Painting, Balloon Modelling, Magician, Puppet Show, Irish Dancing
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Town Park
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10am, 12 midday, 2pm & 4pm
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KAYAK TRIPS Discover the fun and excitement of kayaking in Tralee Canal. Learn kayak strokes and techniques, with a qualified instructor. 6 Kayaks a trip, lasts about an hour and a half. Bookings Tel: 086 86 045 63
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Basin Marina
Princes Quay
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11am – 3pm
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RADIO KERRY OUTSIDE BROADCAST UNIT In association with the Back to Basics Street Festival, Holiday Tralee, Jigsaw Kerry and North & East Kerry Development.
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Denny St. (Lwr)
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2pm – 10pm
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BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Are back in town and at the Dome site with fun, spills and thrills for all the family. Abbey Car Park (Lwr) & Dan Spring Road.
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Various
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2pm – 6pm
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BLOOM IN PEARSE PARK DOME - FAMILY FUN with Bouncy Park, Face Panting, Balloon Modelling and much more games.
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Pearse Park
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2pm – 5pm
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TREASURE HUNTWe urged super sleuths to go on a trail of discovery, unearthing clues, which will lead them to some fascinating facts about the town.
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Pearse Park Dome
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2pm – 3pm
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CLAWS ‘N’ PAWS – With Petmania Tralee; Meet ‘N’ Greet many exotic and lovable animals.
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Pearse Park Dome
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3pm & 6pm
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FOSSETTS CIRCUS Irelands and Europe’s most famous and best-loved Circus…a must for all the family.
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Dan Spring Road
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3pm – 4.30pm
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MIMO THE FUNNY MAN – Join this top International Act for a daredevil filled afternoon and learn some tricks.
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Pearse Park Dome
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4pm – 4.30pm
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CHOPSTICKS ‘N’ CHIPS – A competition for all the family. We supply the Chopsticks and the carton of Chips and be the fastest to eat chips.
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Pearse Park Dome
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5pm – 7pm
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THE ROSE OF TRALEE BUSKING COMPETITION Buskers from all over Ireland will compete for prizes and this coveted award. Registration at Pearse Park Dome from 4pm.
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Denny St. / The Mall / Castle St.
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5.30pm – 6pm
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GLEE-MANIA Perform any song or routine from your favourite GLEE episode and qualify for the Finals Tuesday.
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Pearse Park Dome
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5.30pm – 6pm
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THE BEST OF TRALEE - A display performance by a local Club or School.
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The Square
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6pm – 7.30pm
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KDYS ACOUSTIC CLUB – A host of local Kerry talent perform in an unplugged session.
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Pearse Park Dome
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6pm – 8pm
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KDYS BATTLE OF THE BANDS First Semi-Final of a local competition, featuring Publicity Stunt, Kingpin & Trystero. The winner performs support to the Coronas Sunday night.
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Square Stage
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7pm – 9pm
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KRAZE OF THE ‘90’S with Ger Sullivan Karaoke show on the Rose Mobile. Relive the magic of 21 years of sing-a-long.
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Denny St. / The Mall
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7pm – 10.30pm
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REALITY AND THE AGAPE PUPPETS (USA) The Christian Band ‘Reality’ are joined by the Agape Puppets to bring you a truly uplifting performance.
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Denny St.
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7pm – 7.30pm
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MARCHING BAND MANOUVERS A display by some of the Rose Bands.
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Castle St. / The Mall
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8pm – 8.15pm
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LAUNCH of ‘Back to Basics 4’ Street Carnival with DATHAI O’SHEA and Kerry’s DANCE FLOOR PIPER
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Square Stage
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8pm – 2am
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INTERNATIONAL ROSE BALL The opening celebration ball with all the Roses and the No.1 social night out in Tralee.
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Rose Dome
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8.15pm – 9.30pm
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KELTIC KATS Irish Music and Ballads at its best.
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Square Stage
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8.30pm – 9pm
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DANCE-MANIA Performance by local Hip-Hop Dancers with Poppin’ and Lockin’ |
Castle Street Stage
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9pm – 10pm
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SILK CUT BLUES This Tralee based Band have been getting a lot more attention recently; 4th year with us.
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Castle Street Stage
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9.30pm – 10.45pm
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THE RIGHTEOUS DUDES One of Tralee’s most famous Rhythm and Blues bands reunite for this special gig. A night not to be missed to celebrate the best of Kerry talent.
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Square Stage
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10pm – 12am
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MENACE 3rd year at the Festival. Will rock the Castle and Mall this year.
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Castle Street Stage
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11pm – 1am
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U2OPIA Does what it says on the tin. The best U2 Cover Band this side of Killiney!
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Square Stage
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PROGRAMME FOR SATURAY AUGUST 21ST
Street Closure: 7pm – 1am The Mall, Denny St, Castle St. (Lwr), Ashe St. (Lwr), Courthouse Lane
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TIME
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EVENT
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VENUE
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8am – 8pm
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FRENCE, FARMER & CRAFT MARKET with traditional street stall sellers and street performers. |
Denny St. / The Mall
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9am – 5pm
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ROSE FASHION Relive the decades through 51 years of the Rose of TraleeCounty Museum, Ashe Memorial Hall. |
Denny Street (Lwr)
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9am – 5pm
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ROSE OF TRALEE EXHIBITION A look back over 51 years of the festival with pictures and memorabilia
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Tralee Library
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10am, 12 midday, 2pm & 4pm
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KAYAK TRIPS Discover the fun and excitement of kayaking in Tralee Canal. Learn kayak strokes and techniques, with a qualified instructor. 6 Kayaks a trip, lasts about an hour and a half. Bookings Tel: 086 86 045 63
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Basin Marina / Princes Quay
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11am – 12midday
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MARCHING BAND MANOUVERS A display by some of the Rose Bands.
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The Square
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11am, 3pm & 4pm
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ROSE SIGNINGS Get those all important autographs from the Roses (11am Grand Hotel - European Roses, 3pm Imperial Hotel - American/Canadian Roses & 4pm The Brogue Inn - Australian / Dubai Roses).
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Various
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11.30am –12 midday
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ROSE SWIMFEST CUP Participants from Triathlon Tralee with other Kerry Swimming Clubs will swim the Canal in a competition to win this inaugural cup. Rose of Tralee 2010 will ‘shoot the gun’ from Blennerville Lock Gates swimming into Princes Quay
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Blennerville Lock Gates to
Basin Marina
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11.30am – 2pm
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BANNA RESCUE POWER BOAT Will be onsite to keep an eye on everyone!
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Basin Marina / Princes Quay
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12 midday – 1pm
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CANOY ROSE RACE A ‘JIGSAW KERRY’ event with four teams of three made up from An Garda Siochana, The Politicians, The Escorts and more will race the Canal for this worthy Charity.
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Basin Marina / Princes Quay
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12 midday – 5pm
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HAMSTER BALLS Try out this ‘fun for all the family’ units youget into a splash and walk on water without even getting wet. A Jigsaw Kerry fundraising event.
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Basin Marina / Princes Quay
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12 midday – 1pm
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KIDS PARTY CLUB presents ‘Silly Billy Monkey Boy’…poor old Billy has got turned into a Monkey!
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Square Stage
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1pm – 6pm
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BLOOM IN PEARSE PARK DOME - FAMILY FUN with Bouncy Park, Face Panting, Balloon Modelling and more .
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Pearse Park
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1pm – 2.30pm
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STREET PERFORMERS AND WORKSHOP – Join Top International Acts for a daredevil filled afternoon and learn some tricks.
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Pearse Park Dome
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1pm – 2pm
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BEST OF TRALEE A display performance by local Club or School.
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The Square
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1pm – 5pm
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TREASURE HUNTWe urged super sleuths to go on a trail of discovery, unearthing clues, which will lead them to some fascinating facts about the town.
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Pearse Park Dome
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2pm – 10pm
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BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Are back in town and at the Dome site with fun, spills and thrills for all the family. Abbey Car Park (Lwr) & Dan Spring Road
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Various
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2pm – 3.30pm
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FANCY DRESS PARADE Open to all children 12 years and younger. Prizes for most topical, best homemade, best solo & group for U6 and U12 age catergories. Watch out for a Rose of Tralee! Enrol from 1.30pm The Square Stage. Sponsored by GARVEYS
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The Square to Pearse Park Dome
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2pm – 3pm
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KIDS PARTY CLUB presents ‘Little Red Riding Hood’.
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Square Stage
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3pm & 6pm
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FOSSETTS CIRCUS Irelands and Europe’s most famous and best-loved Circus…a must for all the family.
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Dan Spring Road
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3pm – 4.45pm
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KDYS BATTLE OF THE BANDS Second Semi-Final of a local competition, featuring 2 Day Nation, Blank, Sparkle Motion & Excel 21. The winner performs support to the Coronas Sunday night. Winners announced after all acts perform.
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Square Stage
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3pm – 6pm
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KERRYS GOT TALENT The Finals of the Radio Kerry search for the top talent in Kerry.
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Rose Dome
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3.30pm – 4.30pm
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DISNEY PRINCESS & SUPERHERO X FACTOROpen to all children 12 years and younger. MUST be dressed as Disney Princess or their favourite Superhero and maybe have something small prepared to perform but not necessary. Prizes for all and get your autograph books out for the Rose Princesses who will be along to check out their competition! Sponsored by GARVEYS
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Pearse Park Dome
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5pm – 7pm
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THE ROSE OF TRALEE BUSKING COMPETITION Buskers from all over Ireland will compete for prizes and this coveted award. Registration at Pearse Park Dome from 4pm.
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Denny St. / The Mall / Castle St.
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5pm – 5.30pm
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FIDDLE ME SILLY A young band with a bright future playing some well known ballads.
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Square Stage
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5pm – 5.15pm
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IRISH COASTGUARD HELICPOTER Yes the big noisy ones will be overhead and lifting from the Canal area.
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Aqua Dome Car Park
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5.15pm – 5.45pm
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ARIAL DISPLAY From three of Irelands leading display pilots. 2 Planes / 7 Minutes each / Breathtaking Stunts !
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Aqua Dome Car Park
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5.30pm – 6pm
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GLEE-MANIA Perform any song or routine from your favourite GLEE episode and qualify for the Finals Tuesday.
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Pearse Park Dome
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5.45pm – 7.30pm
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KELTIC KATS This Ballad group are back in action this evening to entertain.
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Square Stage
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6pm – 7.30pm
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KDYS ACOUSTIC CLUB – A host of local Kerry talent perform in an unplugged session.
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Pearse Park Dome
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7.30pm – 9pm
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PRE-PARADE PERFORMERS Our 4th year of the PPP’s entertaining the crowd.
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Denny Street
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7.30pm – 9pm
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THE SWINGING BLUE CATS Resplendent in royal Blue 1940’s Zoot suites, the finest in Jump, Jive & Swing.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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7.30pm – 8.30pm
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REALITY AND THE AGAPE PUPPETS (USA) The Christian Band ‘Reality’ are joined by the Agape Puppets to bring you a truly uplifting performance.
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Square Stage
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8.30pm – 10pm
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ROSES ON PARADE The Rose of Tralee International Parade with over 500 participants, 10 Floats, 32 new Roses, 10 Marching Bands, multicoloured parade costumes and much more…(Departs. Fels Point 8.30pm)
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Fels Point, Castle St, Denny St
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9pm – 10.45pm
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THE RIGHTEOUS DUDES One of Tralee’s most famous Rhythm and Blues bands reunite for this special gig. A night not to be missed.
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Square Stage
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9pm – 10.30pm
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ROSE OF TRALEE – Presentation of the 32 finalists for the 51st Rose of Tralee International Festival
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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10pm – 11.30pm
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KRAZE OF THE ‘90’S with Ger Sullivan Karaoke show on the Rose Mobile. Relive the magic of 21 years of sing-a-long.
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Castle Street
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10.30pm – 10.45pm
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SKYFYRE Look up for the traditional Fireworks display.
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Denny Street
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11pm – 1am
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BLUE MOOSE Have been regular visitors to the Festival. Ireland’s leading covers Rock band. Sure to rock the square.
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Square Stage
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12 midnight
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MIDNIGHT AT THE DOME – Hits Disco and dance the night away with the Roses.
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Rose Dome
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PROGRAMME FOR
 SUNDAY AUGUST 22ND
Street Closure: 12midday – 1am The Mall, Denny St, Castle St. (Lwr), Ashe St. (Lwr), Courthouse Lane
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TIME
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EVENT
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VENUE
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8am – 8pm
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FRENCE, FARMER & CRAFT MARKET with traditional street stall sellers and street performers. |
Denny St. / The Mall
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|
9am – 5pm
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ROSE FASHION Relive the decades through 51 years of the Rose of TraleeCounty Museum, Ashe Memorial Hall. |
Denny Street (Lwr)
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|
10am, 12 midday, 2pm & 4pm
|
KAYAK TRIPS Discover the fun and excitement of kayaking in Tralee Canal. Learn kayak strokes and techniques, with a qualified instructor. 6 Kayaks a trip, lasts about an hour and a half. Bookings Tel: 086 86 045 63
|
Basin Marina / Princes Quay
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10.30am – 11.30am
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MASS WITH THE ROSES St. Johns Parish Mass celebrated under the Dome in Pearse Park Dome.
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Pearse Park Dome
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11am – 12midday
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MARCHING BAND MANOUVERS A display by some of the Rose Bands.
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The Square
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12midday –12.30pm
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THE BLUE BELLS A newly formed Tralee based blues harmony group made up of members of Tralee Musical Society.
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Pearse Park Dome
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12 midday – 1.30pm
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THE SWINGING BLUE CATS Resplendent in royal Blue 1940’s Zoot suites, delivers the finest in Jump, Jive & Swing.
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Square Stage
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12 midday – 6pm
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ZORBINGThink of Hugh Inflatable Hill, your in a ball and off you go..Mad fun in the town park for a Sunday €5 (Wristband Event)
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Town Park
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12.30pm – 1pm
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CLASSICAL DELIGHTS Enjoy performances from a number of local singers and musicians.
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Pearse Park Dome
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1pm – 2.30pm
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HAKUNA MATATA – Join top International Street Performers for a daredevil filled afternoon and learn some tricks.
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Pearse Park Dome
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1pm – 6pm
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BLOOM IN PEARSE PARK DOME - FAMILY FUN with Bouncy Park, Face Panting, Balloon Modelling and more .
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Pearse Park
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1pm – 5pm
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LARK IN THE PARK DISPLAYS by Kerry Scouts, Kerry Fire Department, Modified Cars and much more…
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Town Park
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1.30pm – 2.30pm
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KIDS PARTY CLUB presents ‘The King & Donkey’ a Puppet Show about a mean old King and a Donkey !
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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1.30pm – 2pm
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BEST OF TRALEE - A display performance by local Club or School.
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The Square
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2pm – 5pm
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TAG RUGBY ‘Play in the Park’ with a host of Kerry teams as they battle it out for the ‘ Rose TAG Rugby Cup’ the 2009 Rose of Tralee and Dathai O’Shea will be around to keep an eye on proceedings. Registration at Rose of Tralee Office.
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Town Park
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2pm – 3.30pm
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ROSES ON PARADE Another chance to catch a glimpse or even an autograph of the 2010 Roses with floats, bands, costumes and more. (Departs Greyhound Track @2pm)
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Rock St, The Mall, Denny St.
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2pm – 5pm
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TREASURE HUNTWe urged super sleuths to go on a trail of discovery, unearthing clues, which lead them to some fascinating facts about the town.
|
Pearse Park Dome
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|
2pm – 5pm
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HOMECRAFT & FLOWER DISPLAY Top Kerry Award Winners display their flowers, Cakes and Homecrafts
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Pearse Park Dome Dome
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2pm – 10pm
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BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Are back in town and at the Dome site with fun, spills and thrills for all the family. Abbey Car Park (Lwr) & Dan Spring Road
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Various
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|
2pm – 4pm
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KELTIC KATS This Ballad group are back in action this evening to entertain.
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Square Stage
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2pm , 5pm & 9pm
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KRAZE OF THE ‘90’S with Ger Sullivan Karaoke show on the Rose Mobile. Relive the magic of 21 years of sing-a-long.
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Castle Street
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|
2pm & 7pm
|
REALITY AND THE AGAPE PUPPETS (USA) The Christian Band ‘Reality’ are joined by the Agape Puppets to bring you a truly uplifting performance.
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Denny Street
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2.30pm – 2.45pm
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SPACE HOPPER RUN Watch as teams battle it out in a power struggle to win.
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Town Park
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2.45pm – 3pm
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TYRE TOSSING Watch the heavy weights attempt this daring skill of strength and bravery.
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Town Park
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3pm – 3.30pm
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SUMO SUITE RUN Get into a Sumo Suite and run like hell!
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Town Park
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3pm – 4pm
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THE GARDA BAND Always the highlight of the Festival. Make space and dance and sing along to the boys in blue!
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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3pm – 3.30pm
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GLAMEROUS GRANNY & GRANDAD We are looking for the GLAM-GRANS of the Festival only the 2009 Rose of Tralee can decide that!
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Pearse Park Dome
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3pm – 3.30pm
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HAKUNA MATATA Join top International Street Performance group for a daredevil filled afternoon of fun and foolery!
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Town Park
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|
3pm & 6pm
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FOSSETTS CIRCUS Irelands and Europe’s most famous and best-loved Circus…a must for all the family.
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Dan Spring Road
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|
3pm – 4pm
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MARCHING BAND MANOUVERS A display by some of the Rose Bands.
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Denny Street (Upr)/Castle St.
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3.30pm – 4pm
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KNOBBLY KNEES KING & QUEEN Yes, Our GLAM-GRANScould win another prize but they must show us how knobbly their knees are to win and Dathai O’Shea judging! such a delicate event.
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Pearse Park Dome
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3.30pm – 4pm
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DONKEY DERBY PANTO Ahh the good old days but…hop into a Panto Donkey anr run like the wind!
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Town Park
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4pm – 4.30pm
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MIMO THE FUNNY MAN Street Performance with MIMO as he entertains the crowds with tricks, stunts and foolery!
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Pearse Park Dome
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4pm – 4.30pm
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WELLY THROWING Bring along your wellies and see who can fire them the furthest.
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Town Park
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4pm – 5pm
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FIDDLE ME SILLY A young band with a bright future playing some well-known ballads.
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Square Stage
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4.30pm – 5.30pm
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KIDS PARTY CLUB ‘The Pirate Show’ Adam loves his Pirate figure, but all hell breaks loose when it comes alive!
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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5pm – 7pm
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HEART & SOUL Best local covers band you will find this side of the Shannon or Lee or the Blackwater !
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Square Stage
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5pm – 7pm
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THE ROSE OF TRALEE BUSKING COMPETITION Buskers from all over Ireland will compete for prizes and this coveted award. Registration at Pearse Park Dome from 4pm.
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Denny St. / The Mall / Castle St.
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5.30pm – 6pm
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GLEE-MANIA Perform any song or routine from your favourite GLEE episode and qualify for the Finals Tuesday.
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Pearse Park Dome
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6pm – 7.30pm
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RAPMANIA & DJ DECKS CLUB – A host of local Kerry talent perform both original and cover RAP along with young DJs to spinning.
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Pearse Park Dome
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7pm – 9pm
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HEART TO HEART Always favourites at the Rose of Tralee a great Country & Irish Band.
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Square Stage
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7pm – 9pm
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REGGE CARNIVAL FEST Top DJ Tony Monaghan will spin discs with other Rastafarians like himself! Think Jamaica and good times and your there.
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Denny Street
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7.15pm – 7.45pm
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24 BROKEN AMPS Tralee’s own Billy Benner unleashes this Dublin Band who are making waves in the capital.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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7.45pm – 8pm
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KDYS BATTLE OF THE BANDS WINNERS A fantastic opportunity for this young Kerry band with a bright future.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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8pm – 11pm
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THE IRISH EXAMINER FASHION SHOW Top Irish and International designers with Glitz and Glamour all around.
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Rose Dome
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8pm – 8.30pm
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RENOVATOR This Tralee band have been with the Festival for a while so its time for them to shine.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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8.30pm – 9pm
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ROOF TOP ANTHEMS Dublin based Punk Rock Band who are talking over the Dublin scene by physical brute force.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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9pm – 9.30pm
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SCUBA DICE This Kerry band have finally got that elusive record deal and are off to the USA.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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9pm – 11pm
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BRENDAN SHINE A return visit after last years fantastic response. Sure to entertain both young and old.
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Square Stage
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9.30pm – 10.30pm
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KEYWEST 5 Piece Dublin/LA Pop/Rock Band. Wrecked the place last year and closed out Oxygen on Sat. night.
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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10.30pm – 11.45pm
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THE CORONAS 2010 Meteor Award Winners and headliners last month at Oxygen. The No. 1 Irish Rock band on the in Ireland today playing FREE on the streets. OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF JIGSAW KERRY
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Denny Street – Rose Stage
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11pm – 1am
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KAYE TWINS It has been few years since we had them on the streets of Tralee but a welcome return.
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Square Stage
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PROGRAMME FOR MONDAY AUGUST 23RD
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TIME
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EVENT
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VENUE
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8am – 8pm
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FRENCE, FARMER & CRAFT MARKET with traditional street stall sellers and street performers. |
Denny St. / The Mall
|
|
9am – 5pm
|
ROSE FASHION Relive the decades through 51 years of the Rose of TraleeCounty Museum, Ashe Memorial Hall. |
Denny Street (Lwr)
|
|
9am – 5pm
|
ROSE OF TRALEE EXHIBITION A look back over 51 years of the festival with pictures and memorabilia
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Tralee Library
|
|
2pm – 6pm
|
BLOOM IN PEARSE PARK DOME - FAMILY FUN with Bouncy Park, Face Panting, Balloon Modelling and more
|
Pearse Park
|
|
2pm – 10pm
|
BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Are back in town and at the Dome site with fun, spills and thrills for all the family. Abbey Car Park (Lwr) & Dan Spring Road
|
Various
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|
2pm – 5pm
|
TREASURE HUNTWe urged super sleuths to go on a trail of discovery, unearthing clues, which will lead them to some fascinating facts about the town.
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Pearse Park Dome
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|
2pm – 3pm
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TEDDY BEARS PICNIC Bring along your Teddy Bears with some nibbles and drinks. Doctors are on-site to treat any sick bears and receive a certificate from the Rose of Tralee 2009. |
Pearse Park Dome
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2.30pm – 3pm
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SANDBOX HUNT For children up to 3 years. Get in the Sandbox and find the buried treasure. |
Pearse Park Dome
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3pm – 3.30pm
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BONNY BABY Ahhh who will be the cutest of them all. Well the 2009 Rose of Tralee will have to decide. |
Pearse Park Dome
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3pm – 5.30pm
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TEA PARTY WITH THE ROSES Come along for some old time Waltzes, Foxtrots and Jives and of course have a cuppa tea.Join the Roses and theirEscorts who just might take to the floor. |
KDYS Hall
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3pm – 4pm
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ROSE TWINNINGS The 32 Roses are twinned with various businesses and watering holes around the town. Each Rose will visit their business for a chat, some pictures and of course the autographs! |
Various Locations
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3pm & 6pm
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FOSSETTS CIRCUS Irelands and Europe’s most famous and best-loved Circus…a must for all the family.
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Dan Spring Road
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3.30pm – 3.45pm
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TRICYCLE RACE Bring your tricycles for a race to the death. |
Pearse Park Dome
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4pm – 4.30pm
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X-ESCORT FACTOR PART 1 Who will be the fairest, the bravest, the strongest, the most pleasant sounding of all the MESSCORTS. |
Pearse Park Dome
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5pm – 5.30pm
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THE BEST OF TRALEE A display performance by a local Club or School. |
The Square
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5pm – 7pm
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THE ROSE OF TRALEE BUSKING COMPETITION Buskers from all over Ireland will compete for prizes and this coveted award. Registration at Pearse Park Dome from 4pm.
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Denny St. / The Mall / Castle St.
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5.30pm – 7.30pm
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KEEN BAND KERRY Up and coming Kerry bands get a chance to show what they got on the big stage. |
Square Stage
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5.30pm – 6pm
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GLEE-MANIA Perform any song or routine from your favourite GLEE episode and qualify for the Finals on Tuesday.
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Pearse Park Dome
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7.30pm – 9.30pm
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JOHNNY REIDY CEILI BAND We have been trying to get them back again for some time but well worth the wait. |
KDYS Hall
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8pm – 11pm
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ROSE SELECTION NIGHT NO .1 The first of two selection nights to find the 2010 and the 51st Rose of Tralee. |
Rose Dome
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9.30pm – 11.30pm
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MATT CUNNINGHAM CEILI BAND Regulars at the Festival and loved by all. A great nights entertainment for both dancers and singers is assured. Bring your Galway Shawls! |
KDYS Hall
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12 midnight
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MIDNIGHT AT THE DOME – Hits Disco and dance the night away with the Roses.
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Rose Dome
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PROGRAMME FOR TUESDAY AUGUST 24th
Street Closure: 7pm – 1am The Mall, Denny St, Castle St. (Lwr), Ashe St. (Lwr), Courthouse Lane; 11pm – 1am Ashe St. (Upr)
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TIME
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EVENT
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VENUE
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8am – 8pm
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FRENCE, FARMER & CRAFT MARKET with traditional street stall sellers and street performers. |
Denny St. / The Mall
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9am – 5pm
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ROSE FASHION Relive the decades through 51 years of the Rose of TraleeCounty Museum, Ashe Memorial Hall. |
Denny Street (Lwr)
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9am – 5pm
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ROSE OF TRALEE EXHIBITION A look back over 51 years of the festival with pictures and memorabilia
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Tralee Library
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2pm – 6pm
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BLOOM IN PEARSE PARK DOME - FAMILY FUN with Bouncy Park, Face Panting, Balloon Modelling and more
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Pearse Park
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2pm – 10pm
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BIRDS AMUSEMENTS Are back in town and at the Dome site with fun, spills and thrills for all the family. Abbey Car Park (Lwr) & Dan Spring Road
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Various
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2pm – 5pm
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TREASURE HUNTWe urged super sleuths to go on a trail of discovery, unearthing clues, which will lead them to some fascinating facts about the town.
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Pearse Park Dome
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2pm – 4pm
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DOG SHOW After an astounding turnout last year we have moved it to the tree circle inside the park behind Ashe Hall. Bring along your favourite pooch for their evening out. All classes catered for; Tye, Terrier, Children’s handling etc. Dog Fancy Dress, Musical Chairs and more. Registration from 1.30pm. |
Town Park
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2pm – 3pm
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KIDSALOUD MAGICIAN Magic Delboy With his amazing tricks and foolery to entertain all the family. |
Pearse Park Dome
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3pm – 4pm
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ROSE TWINNINGS The 32 Roses are twinned with various businesses and watering holes around the town. Each Rose will visit their business for a chat, some pictures and of course the autographs! |
Various Locations
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3pm & 6pm
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FOSSETTS CIRCUS Irelands and Europe’s most famous and best-loved Circus…a must for all the family.
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Dan Spring Road
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3pm – 3.30pm
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X-ESCORT FACTOR PART 1 Who will be the fairest, the bravest, the strongest, the most pleasant sounding of all the MESSCORTS. |
Pearse Park Dome
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3.30pm – 4pm
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KIDSALOUD MAGICIAN Magic Delboy With his amazing tricks and foolery to entertain all the family. |
Pearse Park Dome
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4pm – 4.15pm
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TERRIER RACE Great success last year…watch them run..bring along your terrier to win win win including prizes |
Pearse Park
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4.15pm – 4.30pm
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EGG & SPOON RACE or Spub and Spoon race…whichever ay you look at it….fun will be had by all including prizes |
Pearse Park
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4.30pm – 4.45pm
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SACK RACE Try your best to get Sacked!…relay races with crazy stunts and fun for all including some prizes |
Pearse Park
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4.45pm – 5pm
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THREE LEGGED RACE You and your friend or sis or dad can tie the knot and fall about a lot for a prize |
Pearse Park
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5pm – 5.15pm
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WHEELIE BIN RACE We supply the wheelie Bins (nice and clean) and you and your friend provide the fun for prizes |
Pearse Park
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5pm – 5.30pm
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THE BEST OF TRALEE A display performance by a local Club or School. |
The Square
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5pm – 7pm
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THE ROSE OF TRALEE BUSKING COMPETITION Buskers from all over Ireland will compete for prizes and this coveted award. Registration at Pearse Park Dome from 4pm.
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Denny St. / The Mall / Castle St.
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5.15pm – 5.30pm
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BAR TENDERS RACE A Festival tradition with local Bar tenders racing with pints to win for their pub and glory! |
Pearse Park
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5.30pm – 5.45pm
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SPACE HOPPER RACE We have been having so much fun with these…the last race…see the organisers compete ! |
Pearse Park
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6pm – 7.30pm
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KDYS ACOUSTIC CLUBA host of local Kerry talent perform in an unplugged session.
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Pearse Park Dome
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7pm – 9pm
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KRAZE OF THE ‘90’S with Ger Sullivan Karaoke show on the Rose Mobile. Relive the magic of 21 years of sing-a-long.
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Denny St. / The Mall
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7pm – 9.40pm
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CREAM OF TRALEE PERFORMANCE SCHOOLS Extracts from their 2010 shows from Oliver Hurley, Debbie Driscoll, Geraldine O’Connor, Kerry Performers Club, Ann Flood, Kelly Ann Lynch, Tim Landers and Bryan Carr
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Denny St – Rose Stage
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8pm – 11pm
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ROSE SELECTION NIGHT NO .1 The first of two selection nights to find the 2010 and the 51st Rose of Tralee. |
Rose Dome
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8.30pm – 10.30am
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HEART & SOUL This Tralee ‘Covers’ band are busy this week at the Festival. Played the Dome Sunday night and the Roses are so mad about them that they might just make another appearance in the Square to dance along. |
Castle St. Stage
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9.40pm – 10pm
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GLEE FINAL Finalists from the heats throughout the week in Pearse Park Glee-off for a recording session and prizes
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Denny St. – Rose Stage
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10.15pm – 10.30pm
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RAQUEL ROCCOThe new Youtube sensation from Limerick. Just a normal girl with a big voice and big dreams.
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Denny St. - Rose Stage
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10.15pm – 10.30pm
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LABELLED – NEW IRISH BOYBAND Just launched on August 19th. Irelands newest sensations FIRST APPEARANCE outside of Dublin. The next Westlife or Boyzone or U2? You decide!
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Denny St. -
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10.30pm – 11.45pm
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CRYSTAL SWING IN CONCERT Well what can you say, a year ago they were unknowns but with lots and lots of talent. You-Tubes could have this success if you only You Tube. ‘She drinks Tequila’, ‘Huckle Buckle…
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Denny St. – Rose Stage
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11.30pm – 12am
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2010 WINNING ROSE PARADEThe 2010 Rose of Tralee has been chosen and whisked from the Dome for a Parade of Floats.
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Denny Street
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12 Midnight
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MIDNIGHT MADNESS – SKYFYRE Fireworks celebration to bring the 2010 Rose of Tralee International Festival to a close. Looking up and Looking forward to 2011.
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Denny Street
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12 midnight
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MIDNIGHT AT THE DOME – Hits Disco and dance the night away with the Roses.
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Rose Dome
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