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Giant-winged Pegasus will stalk Limerick’s streets as part of Riverfest
A GIANT-WINGED Pegasus will leap straight out of Greek mythology and onto the city centre streets as Riverfest returns for its landmark 20th year.
Taking place on the Bank Holiday weekend, between Friday, May 3 and Monday, May 6, there are many different highlights with Limerick once again the place to be!
The newest addition to the festivities will be the Pegasé show.
This will see the mythical creature stalk the banks of the River Shannon in a carnival style parade.
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As well as the many returning favourites - think the Riverfestival Village at Arthur’s Quay Park and the panoramic wheel - a new outdoor party area is to open at Howley’s Quay across the weekend.
The city will once again play host to a barbecue competition, while theatre group Fidget Feet will provide bingo fever, and there will be a Fashion Fest event led by local style queen Celia Holman-Lee.
Sunday will see the city centre streets turn into an athletics track as the Regeneron Great Limerick Run returns.
There will be thrills and spills on the River Shannon with kayaking, dragon boats, angling, rowing, boat tours, and swimming all making a splash across the weekend.
Thousands are expected to descend on the city to enjoy Limerick’s biggest weekend of the year and soak up the different kind of energy that makes Limerick unique.
Riverfest Limerick 2024: Celebrating 20 Years of Fun, Food, and Festivities! ☀️
— Riverfest Limerick (@RiverfestLmk) April 8, 2024
Riverfest Limerick 2024 is delighted to announce the inclusion in this year’s festival of the Pegasé show. ✨
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Mayor Gerald Mitchell said: “We're thrilled to mark this milestone anniversary of Riverfest Limerick with an incredible array of activities and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. I’m really excited to watch the spectacle of Pegasé on Friday evening. This is sure to cement Limerick’s reputation as the place to be for the May Bank Holiday weekend.”
Council boss Dr Pat Daly said: “Riverfest has become synonymous with fun, energy, and the vibrant spirit of Limerick, earning its rightful place on Ireland's festival calendar."
"I encourage everyone in Limerick to embrace this opportunity to showcase the best of Limerick's hospitality and charm."
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