It’s a Marty Party at the races

Dark skies: Never mind the weather when the craic is good at Killarney Races

William Flood (left) and Bertie Cunningham contemplating their wagers at the races

Action from the second race on Friday which was won by Monasterboice

Eileen Ely with Harriet, William and Ronan Ely

Watching the form: Tim Lehane at parade ring at Killarney Racecourse

John Bowden (left) Ross O'Sullivan, and Elaine Ashmore at the races

Richard Walsh, Con Colber and Gerard Coughlan

Action from the first race of the day on Friday, the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Nursery Handicap

Marty Morrissey (centre) whose horse, The Marty Party, came second in the first race, with Karl McCabe, Killarney Racecourse Manager and Aine O'Donoghue, Killarney Racecourse Director

Friday at Killarney Races turned into a lively Marty Party as hugely popular GAA commentator Marty Morrissey turned up to enjoy the occasion.

He was in big demand with selfie-seekers and the man from Clare thoroughly enjoyed his day at the most scenic race track in the country.

Let’s get the Marty Party started: Marty Morrissey with Joe and Susan Fagan at Killarney Races on Friday.
Pictures: Valerie O’Sullivan

His horse – The Marty Party – finished second in the opening race and the voice of the GAA was more than happy with that.

This Saturday will mark the pinnacle of elegance at the AugustFest at Killarney Races with the best dressed day where glamour takes centre stage as fashion connoisseurs close out the three-day meeting in spectacular style.

Sisters Elaine O’Shea and Elizabeth O’Shea at Killarney Racecourse on Friday

Dressed to impress, the most fashionable ladies and gentlemen will vie for a luxury stay in Kerry, including three nights in a newly refurbished suite at Killarney Plaza Hotel, atmospheric dinners with champagne, spa treatments, whiskey tastings and quintessential Kerry excursions.

The gates open today from 12.30pm with the first race off at approximately 2.30pm.

Digital creator Lauren Arthurs and Dancing with the Stars winner Aidan O’Mahony have been enlisted to judge the best dressed competition.

Fashion judge Lauren Arthurs commented: “I am so excited to be there to judge best dressed is extra special. Fashion is my absolute passion and I can’t wait to see everyone express themselves so fabulously on the day”.

There will be live music in the Jim Culloty Bar by The Rising will be followed by DJ Donal.

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