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‘A Rose really can make a difference’

The Rose of Tralee International FestivalAugust 11, 20243KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Cliona’s Foundation The Rose of Tralee International Festival this year announced their partnership with Cliona’s Foundation (a national charity supporting families with seriously sick children all over Ireland). Róisín Wiley acted as an ambassador for Cliona's Foundation and joined a cohort of Roses and Rose Escorts in walking the Camino De Santiago to raise funds…

Amy elbowed me: “Maggie! They are calling your name, you won!” – 1974 Rose of Tralee Maggie Flaherty Garrison

Rose of TraleeAugust 9, 20243KViews 0Likes 0Comments

On the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Selection of any of our Rose of Tralee Alumni, we like to take the opportunity to celebrate. We hold so dear all of our Roses of Tralee and we are so honoured to see them return en masse, year after year, in support of this great…

‘I have never felt more confident or proud of myself’: Rose of Tralee Róisín Wiley’s final Rose Newsletter

Rose of TraleeAugust 7, 20243KViews 0Likes 0Comments

My final newsletter, where has the time gone? I first want to say a thank you to all of those that have taken the time to read these updates throughout the year. I am so happy that I get to share this journey, and these newsletters have been a very special way for me to…

Meet the Rose of Tralee Judging Panel

The Rose of Tralee International FestivalJuly 31, 20244KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The 64th Rose of Tralee International Festival is fast approaching, and today comes the big reveal of the all-important Judging Panel, who will take on the job of selecting the next Rose of Tralee. The fate of who will become the next Rose of Tralee lies in the hands of the four distinguished judges, made…

2024 Rose Buds announced

Rose of TraleeJuly 4, 20243KViews 2Likes 0Comments

There’s more to the Rose of Tralee than being a Rose or a Rose Escort because young girls from all over Ireland will each be paired with an International Rose during the festival in Tralee this August 16th-20th, 2024. Thirty-two young girls have been selected as Rose Buds for the Rose of Tralee International Festival…

Roses and Rose Escorts send off Chernobyl Children’s International aid to Ukraine

Rose of TraleeJune 24, 20242KViews 0Likes 0Comments

This is great news! Chernobyl Children International's delivery of much-needed humanitarian aid, led by the amazing Jim Kavanagh, has started its journey to Ukraine over the weekend! Jim is joined by fellow long-standing CCI volunteer, George Sugrue, and were given a great send off by Benetti Menswear Rose Escorts Tommy Cunningham and Tommy Quirke, Wexford…

Inside the 2024 Rose Escort Bootcamp

The Rose of Tralee International FestivalJune 16, 20243KViews 2Likes 0Comments

This year’s Benetti Menswear Rose Escorts spent a weekend in Kerry where they undertook a number of physical and mental challenges to prepare them for the Rose of Tralee International Festival in Tralee, Co Kerry, this August. Corkmen topped the list of Rose Escorts for this year’s Festival with six making the shortlist of 32…

‘It’s been a whirlwind in the most special way’: Newsletter from Rose of Tralee Róisín Wiley

Rose of TraleeMay 24, 20242KViews 3Likes 0Comments

Newsletter #3, and there’s so much to cover! The last few months have been the busiest few months of my life, so far. I keep thinking, what will I do with myself this time next year when I don’t have half of this going on haha…Since my last Newsletter in February, I’ve celebrated St. Patrick’s…

Rose Buds applications open for the 2024 Rose of Tralee International Festival!

The Rose of Tralee International FestivalMay 2, 20243KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Young girls aged from six to 10 from all over Ireland are being invited to enter the selection process to find Rose Buds for this year’s Rose of Tralee International Festival which will take place from August 16th to 20th. Rose Bud Application Form The most important aspect about being a Rose Bud is that…

Rose of Tralee International Festival launches partnership with Cliona’s Foundation ahead of ‘Camino for Cliona’s’ trip

Rose of TraleeApril 10, 20242KViews 4Likes 0Comments

Rose of Tralee International Festival launches partnership with Cliona’s Foundation ahead of the Roses and Rose Escorts “Camino for Cliona’s” trip in Portugal / Spain on April 26th. The Rose of Tralee International Festival announced their new partnership with Cliona’s Foundation (a national charity supporting families with seriously sick children all over Ireland) this…

Six great reasons why you should apply to be a Rose Escort

Rose of TraleeApril 7, 20243KViews 3Likes 0Comments

The Rose of Tralee International Festival is an historic Festival that celebrates Irish heritage and culture, and one of the key roles at the festival is that of the Rose Escort. If you're a young man considering applying for this unique opportunity, here are just some of the reasons you should go for it: 1.…

March Newsletter from Rose of Tralee, Róisín Wiley: ‘If you’ve ever considered applying, or know someone who should, just apply!’

Rose of Tralee, UncategorizedMarch 14, 20243KViews 1Like 0Comments

It’s a bittersweet feeling to be halfway through my year as the International Rose. Although it was a shocking realization to be six months in, I also feel as though I’ve been the International Rose for years! When I think back to the places I’ve gotten to travel, people I’ve gotten to meet, and things…