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Final Christmas parade an explosion of colour
They may have been disappointed last week when the icy conditions put a halt to the Santa parade - but Saturday night's final outing was nothing short of spectacular.
Parade Director Kate O'Leary getting her marching orders from MC Kieran Healy at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade on Saturday evening. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Nice travel arrangements home after the final Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Volunteers Mary Lyne (left) and Lisa Hegarty at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Volunteer Paul O'Neill helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Volunteer Fiona Carroll leading out Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Wanderwild Festival Volunteers Donal (Dux) O'Donoghue and Claire Tangney taking part at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Volunteers helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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INCOGNITO WE DON'T THINK SO: Cameraman Adrian McCarthy pictured next to MC Kieran Healy was caught trying to livestream Santa Claus at the final Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
The Magic of Christmas begins at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
The Magic of Christmas begins at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Volunteer John O'Sullivan helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Volunteer Paudie Spillane helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Christmas begins at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators MC Kieran Healy with Dara and Cillian Birchhill. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Parade Director Kate O'Leary getting her marching orders from MC Kieran Healy at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade on Saturday evening. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Nice travel arrangements home after the final Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Volunteers Mary Lyne (left) and Lisa Hegarty at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Volunteer Paul O'Neill helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Volunteer Fiona Carroll leading out Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
Wanderwild Festival Volunteers Donal (Dux) O'Donoghue and Claire Tangney taking part at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Volunteers helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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INCOGNITO WE DON'T THINK SO: Cameraman Adrian McCarthy pictured next to MC Kieran Healy was caught trying to livestream Santa Claus at the final Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
The Magic of Christmas begins at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
The Magic of Christmas begins at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Volunteer John O'Sullivan helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Volunteer Paudie Spillane helping out at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Christmas begins at the Christmas In Killarney Magic Parade in front of thousands of spectators MC Kieran Healy with Dara and Cillian Birchhill. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan
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Thousands - young and old - lined the streets while volunteers were busy behind the scenes as the Disney-style parade dazzled the town.
Children cheered as Disney characters, amazing snow horses, dancers, performers and famous US characters showed off their magic and, of course, Santa Claus himself, was on his stunning reindeer sleigh.
The explosion of colour made it a stunning scene as children spotted Santa Claus for one last time before he hurried back to his North Pole workshop to finish up the last of his special deliveries with his elves.
Remember kids, go to bed early on Christmas Eve!
Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic
Glenflesk GAA Healthy Club recently welcomed the Dillon Quirke Foundation to run a cardiac screening clinic for its young members.
A total of 45 club players aged 12 to 18 underwent vital heart checks designed to promote early detection and heart health awareness among young athletes.
Medical personnel from Advanced Medical Services conducted the screenings with professionalism and care, while the club’s Healthy Club Team oversaw the smooth operation of the event.
The Dillon Quirke Foundation operates without government funding, relying entirely on public support to raise awareness of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) and provide non-cost cardiac clinics to sports clubs across Ireland.
Glenflesk GAA encourages anyone wishing to support the foundation’s ongoing screening work to consider making a donation online at dillonquirkefoundation.com.
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