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Friday, 11 August 2023 08:27

Half a million people attended the event last year.

This year's Fleadh is on track to see a near 50% higher attendance when compared to last year.

Thousands have descended on Mullingar every day so far, with the festival drawing to a close on Monday.

Half a million people attended the event in 2022.

The All Ireland Finals of traditional Irish music, song and dance kick off today, with the highlight of the Senior Céilí Band Competition on Sunday

Cathaoirleach of the Fleadh Executive Committee, Joe Connaire says the Fleadh has put Mullingar on the map:

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