Rosenallis gearing up for biggest Festival of the Mountain ever

ROSENALLIS is gearing up for its biggest Festival of the Mountain and Vintage Rally ever, a popular and long-running event which is set to take place on Sunday next, August 25th.
The hard-working festival organisers told The Midland Tribune that this year’s event will deliver a greater number of activities and a few key changes to enhance visitors' experience.
“This much-loved festival,” said one of the organisers, Dan McDonald, “promises a vibrant mix of activities and entertainment for all ages. We are all really looking forward to it and think it's going to be a great day. There's going to be a packed lineup of activities.”
Dan outlined some of the highlights. They include the following:
Sheep Shearing and Vintage Vehicles: Watch internationally renowned sheep-shearer George Graham in action and admire an impressive collection of vintage vehicles.
Interactive Drumming Circle: Join 30 to 40 fellow drummers in a lively session led by an expert facilitator.
Live Music: Enjoy performances by Glór Tíre winner Aisling Rafferty, the Malva Ukrainian Choir with their new songs, and the always entertaining Rock on Paddy.
Traditional Arts and Crafts: Participate in creative workshops including wood carving, basket weaving, DIY skills, and more. You can also make your own memento to take home.
New for 2024: Try your hand at archery, relax with free yoga lessons on the mountain, and enjoy Traditional Irish music and dance in the new Trad Music tent.
Fun for the Whole Family: Kids will be thrilled with free face painting, live animals, amusements, and a dog show. Adults can savour hot food, including a pig on a spit and, for the first time, traditional Ukrainian cuisine. Don’t miss the tug of war and the wide array of market stalls.
Special guests include the Garda Mounted Unit (Horses) and Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, adding to the day’s sense of occasion and interest.
New for 2024: Off-Site Parking and Shuttle Bus Service. To make people's visit as smooth as possible, the organisers are introducing an off-site parking area at Hyland's Transport Yard (R32 E264), with a convenient shuttle bus service running every 15 minutes to the festival grounds. The shuttle will operate from 11.30am to 6.30pm, allowing you to enjoy the day without worrying about parking. Please note that parking at the festival site is reserved for exhibitors and those with disabled parking badges.
For your safety and convenience, Gurteen Lane will be a one-way system throughout the festival. It will be closed to the public, with access limited to local residents, shuttle buses, and emergency vehicles. We highly recommend using the shuttle service as the primary means of reaching the event.
The festival will operate on a cash-only basis. Be sure to bring enough cash for any purchases, as there will be no card facilities on site.
The festival runs from 12pm to 6pm on Sunday, August 25th, with admission priced at €10 per person. Children aged 16 and under enter free.
For more details, visit the Rosenallis Festival of the Mountain Facebook page.
“This will be an unforgettable day of fun, culture, and community,” said Dan, “and we extend a céad míle fáilte to everyone. We are hoping to attract bigger crowds than ever, so please come out and support us.”