Special reason for magical Laois Christmas tractor roadrun
A wonderful Christmas event in Laois is returning this year, for a very good cause close to people's hearts.
Mountmellick Macra has just announced their third annual festive truck and tractor road run.
It is a sight to behold each December, with a huge number of tractors and trucks in a Christmas cavalcade, bedecked in fairy lights, Santas and even Christmas trees, raising money for good causes.
The route takes in not just Mountmellick but surrounding towns including Clonaslee and Killeigh.
The Macra club has just announced that it will take place on Saturday, December 16.
They have also confirmed the special local fundraiser to receive half of the proceeds to for 2023.
"Date for your diary. Preparations are well under way for this year’s Light Up Truck & Tractor Run on Saturday 16th December.
"We are delighted to announce that the proceeds of this years Run will be split between Eoin’s Journey (proceeds to St. John's Ward Crumlin and Paediatrics Portlaoise) and Mountmellick Macra Roof development fund.
"Please join with us and help us make this years run the biggest yet! Stayed tuned for further updates," the club say.
Eoin's Journey is a project in memory of young Mountmellick teenager Eoin Coss whose first anniversary is on December 10.
His family have begun a fundraiser selling bespoke sports jerseys, for people to wear on holidays and take photos, in honour of Eoin's wish to travel the world. Read more in the link to our story above.