WATCH: Laois Comhaltas groups shine at the Fleadh

Pictured: Portlaoise Comhaltas at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025placeholder image
Pictured: Portlaoise Comhaltas at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025

Laois Comhaltas branches have descended upon Wexford Town this week

Laois locals have flocked to Wexford in support of their local comhaltas groups attending this year's Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.

Hundreds of events and competitions are taking place in Wexford Town from Sunday August 3, to Sunday August 10.

Nine branches of Laois Comhaltas recently swept at the Leinster Fleadh, bringing home dozens of trophies and medals.

Portlaoise's Comhaltas Branch have taken to social media to share videos of the fun, music and dancing taking place.

Watch above: Portlaoise Comhaltas in the streets of Wexford Town for the Fleadh 2025.

Also in attendance is Portarlington Comhaltas, who have been keeping locals at home up to date through their Facebook live streams.

 

Above: Portarlington Comhaltas dancers from Burbage Irish Dance Academy performing on the gig rig Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 in Wexford.

Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is the world’s biggest renowned celebration of traditional Irish music, culture and entertainment will fill every street, lane and corner across the town, and according to organisers, this year's is set to be the most memorable one yet.

With official events and competitions set to take place in over 18 different venues, bars and pubs across the town, musicians and performers of all ages will gather for this unforgettable festival in the sunny southeast.

For the latest news on Laois success at the Fleadh, keep an eye on the Leinster Express / Laois Live website.

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