Donegal Town turned out to watch the arrival of the AVS Class of ‘26

Students from the Abbey Vocational School in Donegal Town held their debs ball in the Abbey Hotel. Watch the video for a selection of photos by Thomas Gallagher.

The Class of ‘26 put on a great display of style and glamour, and there was plenty of warmth and friendship amongst the students.

It has become something of a tradition for crowds to gather on the Diamond in Donegal Town to watch the arrival of the students. From luxury cars to polished lorries and gleaming tractors, there was a fantastic celebratory atmosphere as the ball-goers arrived and gathered outside the Abbey Hotel.

After the well-wishing from family and friends, and the snapping of countless photographs, the Class of ‘26 continued into the Abbey for a memorable evening of food and entertainment.

The next step for many of them will be Leaving Cert results day and a new path towards future careers. But on Wednesday evening it was all about coming together and celebrating each other as this period of their lives draws to a close.