The Kerryman (South Kerry Edition)
Countdown on to Puck Fair 2018
WITH just two weeks to go before King Puck reigns over the town of Killorglin for three jam-packed days, last-minute preparations for the annual Puck Fair festival are in full-swing.
Aside from the famous Horse Fair that takes place on the first morning of the age-old festival and the vibrant Coronation parade and ceremony, which draws crowds to the town’s main square in their thousands, this year’s festival continues to raise the bar with hours of family entertainment, live music and market stalls on the agenda, as well as a headline performance from Dancing with the Stars champion, Jake Carter.
Speaking ahead of what promises to be a busy three days for the people and businesses of Killorglin, President of the Puck Fair Committee, Declan Mangan said: “Puck is always a hectic time for everyone involved in the festival, both directly and indirectly, but it is undoubtedly our favourite time of year here in Killorglin. We love welcoming new faces to the town over the course of Puck Fair and seeing familiar faces return, so the hard work that goes on behind the scenes for months in advance is always worthwhile. We’re excited for the festival to get underway and we invite people from far and wide to join us as we ‘Paint the town Puck’!”
Puck Fair Chairman Declan Falvey was equally as enthusiastic about the upcoming event. “We’re ready for Puck Fair to arrive now with all plans and preparations in order. We’re getting more and more excited the closer it gets as this year’s schedule of events is particularly impressive. There’s a great buzz around Jake Carter’s performance, while the usual big events like the Horse Fair, Coronation parade and ceremony, fireworks and more will undoubtedly be as popular as ever. The committee have been getting stuck in to make Puck Fair 2018 the best yet so we’re hoping for a great turn out this year. It’s definitely one not-to-be-missed!”
Visit puckfair.ie/schedule for the full listing of events. For pictures and live updates, check out www.facebook.com/puckfair or twitter @puck_fair and visit YouTube to view puckfairofficial videos.