Donegal girl confirmed as a Rose Bud for Rose of Tralee festival
Ría Scanlon is looking forward to her participation in Kerry next month
A nine-year-old Donegal girl will be a Rose Bud at the upcoming Rose of Tralee festival.
Ría Scanlon loves Irish dancing and horse riding and is a pupil at Sessiaghoneill National School. She is the daughter of Kim and Seanan.
The 2026 Rose of Tralee International Festival takes place from August 14 to 18 in Tralee, Co Kerry.
The festival unites the global Irish diaspora and features five days of live music, carnival rides, street markets, and the famous Rose Parades. The main televised event showcases international Roses from across Ireland and around the world, celebrating their heritage and community contributions.
Ría will be joined by Ella Timoney from Donegal Town, who was also selected as a Rose Bud.