Riverfest 2013

bigpink

Not much talk about it this year.Saw an ad in this weeks Limerick post but not much info on it
So whos looking forward to it?

Doom

Seen loads of Ads for it, should be good for city, the limerick run is on too.
I think there are extra things on on Denmark St, like a barman run, and other fun competitions.

bigpink

How does the BBQ work?Do you get food or pay in or what?

I hope they didn't spend there advertising budget on just adverts in Limerick.you need them nationwide

RVN10

They are nationwide , see one in Dublin on the way to work last week

lockman

RVN10 wrote: »

They are nationwide , see one in Dublin on the way to work last week

They have been running very regular and prominent ads recently on Newstalk radio also - they typically get played around news updates times.

bigpink

That's good to hear so they pushing for a big year this year,altho the website was slow to be updated

Insect Overlord

Is the website working again? It wouldn't load for me at all a few nights ago. The Facebook page had the info I was looking for as well, in fairness.

jmch81

Just spotted that Viking Bus Tours are doing free tours on Saturday and Sunday, never been on it myself will give it a try during the weekend.
http://www.riverfest.ie/red-viking-tours/

bigpink

Can you drink on the streets I wonder?Could turn into Mardi Gras again!

Gallee

bigpink wrote: »

Can you drink on the streets I wonder?Could turn into Mardi Gras again!

I would be amazed if the Council allowed drinking on the street. The Smiths owner Enright and his manager <snip> are pushing this event sponsored by a booze company <snip>

Doom

I was in Shannon Airport the other day, not one AD for riverfest,

manna452121

Its a pity the boat race is not going ahead. http://live95fm.ie/news/riverfest-powerboating-on-shannon-cancelled/14840

bigpink

Was in the station last Friday and nothing either

Buglim

bigpink wrote: »

That's good to hear so they pushing for a big year this year,altho the website was slow to be updated

Yes bigpink, we wouldn't want anyone scaring people/being negative.

Buckeye

The soap box derby last night was a fun kickoff, and the sunshine today was brilliant.
Got a very good pulled pork sandwich & cole slaw & a Corona for lunch, then listened to a couple of bands.
Walked down to Arthurs Quay to watch a couple of currach races, and the kids in the park were having a time on the gyro & the bungee swings.
Driving & parking looked like kind of a pain, so I was very glad I was able to just walk up from my apartment.
Hopefully the weather will hold for the rest of the weekend, but so far I'd call it a success.

Mc Love

If only Limerick City was like that every weekend

MomijiHime

I had the best weekend in ages today in town! There was live music, boat rides, free food, lots of busking and art exhibitions, thought it was great! Anyone going to the fireworks?

phill106

Just back from fireworks, they were great

shawnee

Yeah , great day in Limerick and it's not over yet ! bbq brilliant and music and markets first class. Well done :P:D

SuperWoody101

Did not have time to make it into town today (which sucks) but I'm glad it all went well. Got a few pics of the fireworks but the weather was so bad! Hope the sun comes back out for the run tomorrow.

sioda

Thought some of the fireworks went off quite low as in ground level

ZombieBride

sioda wrote: »

Thought some of the fireworks went off quite low as in ground level

They could be seen from my house in Corbally so couldn't have been that low.

phill106

sioda wrote: »

Thought some of the fireworks went off quite low as in ground level

I was on the courthouse side of the river and swear I felt some bits land next to me!

Insect Overlord

Anyone about for the run in the morning/afternoon?

Mc Love

Insect Overlord wrote: »

Anyone about for the run in the morning/afternoon?

Subtle - nice. Are you running IO?

Insect Overlord

Mc Love wrote: »

Subtle - nice. Are you running IO?

Doing the half marathon. Cycling across town now in a few minutes to get ready with a few old college buddies. Hoping to see a few more familiar faces during the day.

Mc Love

What number are you? If I get a chance to go out and support ye I will

Mc Love

What will the city be like tonight? Jammers?

YFlyer

Mc Love wrote: »

What will the city be like tonight? Jammers?

Hopefully

Builderfromhell

http://youtu.be/vIehGEQR3X8

krudler

Mc Love wrote: »

What will the city be like tonight? Jammers?

just dropped my housemate into town, the Locke is absolutely mobbed, like packed to the rafters, hell with that I'm actually glad I'm working in the morning now :pac:

Jofspring

The whole of town is packed with queues everywhere. Headed home early myself due to crowding in the pubs. I'd say everyone around the market quarter is above its capacity at the moment.

betonit

is the mardi gras on this year ? what weekend was it last year or was it even on a long weekend?

bazz26

The Mardi Gras was canned because it turned into the Mardi Brawl thanks to Limerick's finest knackers infesting and ruinning it.

Builderfromhell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnmsZnUXtBE&feature=youtu.be

leading armies

bigpink

Was there drink allowed on the streets at nighttime?

pigtown

Town was mobbed last night. Haven't seen it that busy in a long time.

bigpink

Great buzz around Saturday day time in the market and BBQ.Was there stuff on the in parks or by the river?

Mc Love

Last night was mental - taxi driver even told me that half the cabs werent on because they had all gone out, luckily I left before clubs finished and got home.

There was one bad stain on the night, that was we were refused entry to Nancy's because the bouncer said they were closed, which is fair enough it was wedged in there, however on passing it again, we saw him letting more people in, so said I would chance it again, and got the second bare-faced lie. I said that he just let people in, his reply was that we were not regulars, and I told him we were, to which he said I've never seen you before (another lie) because earlier in the night he was standing directly across from us (which I told him), then my friend said he had a receipt and he left us in adding not to cause any trouble, ffs I've never ever caused trouble in there or in town for that matter.

Prick with an oversized ego

seachto7

I think queuing for a pub is crazy. Absolutely crazy. I queued to get into Nancys at Xmas to see a friend who was home from Aus, and when I got in, it was RAMMED. WAY too packed. Why do they do this? Is he that hungry for money in there?

bigpink

Heard town was mental last night and dangerous overcrowding in some places

Were they bars serving on the street last night?Saw Coors taps outside all the pubs saturday

panda100

Mc Love wrote: »

Last night was mental - taxi driver even told me that half the cabs werent on because they had all gone out, luckily I left before clubs finished and got home.

There was one bad stain on the night, that was we were refused entry to Nancy's because the bouncer said they were closed, which is fair enough it was wedged in there, however on passing it again, we saw him letting more people in, so said I would chance it again, and got the second bare-faced lie. I said that he just let people in, his reply was that we were not regulars, and I told him we were, to which he said I've never seen you before (another lie) because earlier in the night he was standing directly across from us (which I told him), then my friend said he had a receipt and he left us in adding not to cause any trouble, ffs I've never ever caused trouble in there or in town for that matter.

Prick with an oversized ego

I know its where everyone goes, but I am not a fan of nancys at all. It's very cliquish, and the guys in there are so rude. The last few times I've been in there guys have been really rude towards me, and really up themselves.

I was in Flannerys last night. It was heaving!It was great craic though. The great Limerick run is without a doubt my fave day of the year in Limerick

bigpink

The Flannerys beside Nancys?My friend left said it was very overcrowded
What were guys saying to you?Point ity out to the bar or security staff im sure Nancys would act on it they run it well

sleepyman

Great to hear town was packed-we should be trying to replicate this more than once a year.There needs to be more events,better utilisation of King Johns Castle as a venue.I know I've been banging this drum for a while but it would be great to have a conference centre/indoor arena to cater for 8-10,000.We could shows/concerts weekly-would get people into the city.Looking forward to seeing how the pedestrianisation of the quays finishes up-show really improve the area.Would also like to see more concerts in Thomond or the Gaelic Grounds than one Bruce Springsteen-in fairness the boss is someone to be proud of playing there.Hopefully Limerick F.C will continue to grow their support base which is something the city can be proud of also.

bigpink

They need to spread the fest around the city more,its the Market Quarter and The Locke that seem to make the money.Someone told me the Locke pulled out of the Riverfest that they wouldn't pay the money so the Market Quarter got it

seachto7

bigpink wrote: »

The Flannerys beside Nancys?My friend left said it was very overcrowded
What were guys saying to you?Point ity out to the bar or security staff im sure Nancys would act on it they run it well

Waste of time seeing as the staff are part of the clique..........

bigpink

The Rivefest should try use the area from the Clarion hotel along by Cholessys and the other side by the up to Treaty stone aswell

hi_im_fil

A few pics of the fireworks on Saturday night.


Riverfest 2013 by philipmchugh, on Flickr


Riverfest 2013 by philipmchugh, on Flickr


Riverfest 2013 by philipmchugh, on Flickr


Riverfest 2013 by philipmchugh, on Flickr


Riverfest 2013 by philipmchugh, on Flickr


Riverfest 2013 by philipmchugh, on Flickr

bazz26

I have never understood the fascination with Nancy Blakes. There is nothing remotely special about the place imo. I certainly would not be queuing or begging to get in there anyways.

Doom

bazz26 wrote: »

I have never understood the fascination with Nancy Blakes. There is nothing remotely special about the place imo. I certainly would not be queuing or begging to get in there anyways.

Absolutely no knackers ever allowed in there....in Limerick thats important. Took a walk in to a newly re-opened bar near the market, the place was packed with knackers, was quick to leave after that.

bazz26

Doom wrote: »

Absolutely no knackers ever allowed in there....in Limerick thats important. Took a walk in to a newly re-opened bar near the market, the place was packed with knackers, was quick to leave after that.

There are plenty of other bars in the city that knackers don't get into. I wouldn't be using it as a reason for going to Nancy Blakes.