This weekend marks the peak of the Comeraghs Wild Festival, bringing a wealth of activities, music, and outdoor events to Kilmacthomas and the surrounding mountains.
Here is a roundup of what’s happening locally over the coming days:
### Comeraghs Wild Festival Events
The festival is in full swing, celebrating the culture and landscape of the Comeragh Mountains. Key events this weekend include:
* Zen in the Park (Kilmacthomas): A morning of wellness featuring pilates, yoga, and sound therapy in the local park.
* 100 Years of Kilmac: A fascinating photographic exhibition currently on display at The Mill, Kilmacthomas.
* The Comeragh Crossing: The challenging and scenic mountain-walking event.
* Dancing Beneath the Comeraghs: An evening of traditional entertainment at the Rathgormack Hiking Centre.
* Live Music: Duke Special performs at Clonagam Church near Portlaw on Sunday, while Woodhouse Estate in Stradbally hosts 'An Evening of Song and Story'.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can also enjoy guided mountain walks, traditional sheep-shearing demonstrations, and a classic-car show.
### Local GAA Fixtures
It's also a busy weekend on the pitch for local hurling. Key fixtures include:
* Saturday, 11 July: Clonea v Fourmilewater (6:30pm at Clonea)
* Monday, 13 July (Under-16 Hurling):
* Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Kilrossanty
* Portlaw v Erin’s Own/Ferrybank
* Ballyduff Lower v St Patrick’s
* Brickey Rangers v Clonea
* Ballygunner v Fourmilewater
### Roadworks Notice
Looking ahead to early next week, motorists travelling towards Tramore should be aware of scheduled drainage works on the R685 Glen Road. A road closure will be in place from 9:00am to 4:30pm on Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th July.
Whether you're heading up the mountains, down to the pitch, or simply enjoying the atmosphere in the village, have a great weekend in Kilmac!
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### Official Sources
- Comeraghs Wild Festival — Full Programme
- Waterford GAA — Fixtures
- MapAlerter — R685 Glen Road Closure
- Waterford Council — Roads