A 70 year old tradition continues in Galway City this weekend with the An Tostál Currach Racing Festival.
Today and Sunday viewers will get to enjoy the sight of Currachs racing along the shore in Salthill.
Originally initiated in 1953 by Bord Fáilte, the festival will include the thrilling spectacle of Currach races from Ladies Beach to Blackrock.
There is a great line up of activities planned for the weekend in Salthill including, opportunities to “try rowing and sailing” with Galway Hooker Sailing Club.
The festival will also feature live music and entertainment provided by Galway City Council and lots of free, fun, family friendly events.
Currach racing is an age old traditional around our coasts and is particularly popular in Connemara.
Visit Salthill.com for details on the festival.
