Brandon Regatta will return to Brandon Pier (Cé Bhréanainn) on Sunday, 23 August, marking the comeback of one of West Kerry’s most cherished community events.
Set against the spectacular backdrop of Brandon Bay, the regatta celebrates the area’s rich coastal heritage and will bring locals and visitors together for an afternoon of competition, community spirit and end-of-summer celebration. Traditional naomhóg racing will be at the heart of the day, with youth and adult crews taking to the water from 1pm as long-standing local rivalries are renewed in Brandon Bay.
Alongside the racing, visitors can enjoy family activities including a bouncy castle and face painting. The Irish Coast Guard is also expected to visit, giving spectators the chance to meet the crew and learn more about their vital work. Music will continue that evening at Murphy’s Bar, Brandon.
Admission is free, and all are welcome.
Further programme updates will be shared on Brandon Regatta’s social media channels in the coming weeks.
Races will begin at 1:00pm and continue at approximately 30-minute intervals.
Chéad Rás – U16 – 2 Boys & 2 Girls For contestants whose date of birth is on/after Jan 1st, 2010. Proof of age required. Prize pool €400 – 1st €200, 2nd €120, 3rd €80
Dara Rás – Mixed 2 Hand For contestants 16 years and upwards. Crews by draw. Prize pool €200 – 1st €100, 2nd €60, 3rd €40
3ú Rás – U12 – 2 Boys & 2 Girls For contestants whose date of birth is on/after Jan 1st, 2014. Proof of age required. Prize pool €360 – 1st €160, 2nd €120, 3rd €80
4ú Rás – Women’s 4 Hand For contestants 16 years and upwards. Prize pool €800 – 1st €400, 2nd €240, 3rd €160
5ú Rás – Men’s 4 Hand For contestants 16 years and upwards. Prize pool €800 – 1st €400, 2nd €240, 3rd €160 6ú Rás – U14 – 2 Boys & 2 Girls For contestants whose date of birth is on/after
Jan 1st, 2012. Proof of age required. Prize pool €360 – 1st €160, 2nd €120, 3rd €80
7ú Rás – U18 – 2 Boys & 2 Girls For contestants whose date of birth is on/after Jan 1st, 2008. Proof of age required. Prize pool €400 – 1st €200, 2nd €120, 3rd €80
8ú Rás – Confined to Parish – Mixed 2 Hand Crews by draw. Prize pool €200 – 1st €100, 2nd €60, 3rd €40
9ú Rás – Mixed 4 Hand – 2 Men & 2 Women For contestants 16 years and upwards. Crews by draw. Prize pool €520 – 1st €280, 2nd €160, 3rd €80
Presentation of prizes and raffle will take place after the final race.
Life jackets are mandatory for all contestants.
