Muff Festival 2014 shines through the rain!
It may have been wet, it may have been blustery at times, but the festival spirit in Muff never wavered. People came along in their wellies, and their rain coats. Kids played in the puddles. And most importantly lots of fun and frolics was had.
From the opening parade on Friday night, to the closing songs at 2am on Monday night/Tuesday morning, it was a weekend to remember.
Saturday saw a lot of rain fall and many thought that Sunday would be a no-go. But as ever the people of Muff surpassed themselves. They came out and they enjoyed. THe kids raced and they played. Cullens amusements were in full swing by Sunday afternoon. Street performers and Mickey Mouse were mingling with all!
The organisers of this festival have worked throughout the entire year to bring the weekend together. Keep up the good work folks. It’s worth it!
One of the highlights for me this festival weekend was being awakened to the musical talent that is ever present in Muff village. On Friday night Route ’66 played at the Festival Queen dance. They brought young and old under the one roof. They entertained into the wee hours. Liam Atcheson, from the village, fronts this group with his vocals. Anything can be sung by this man (however Liam, do pass on that dreaded bloody Wagonwheel!!). Golly G and Mickey B played over the weekend. These guys are brilliant musically, vocally and just born entertainers. Ghosts Legs played on the Saturday night and at last the village has some real new talent. These guys are simply great. Luke McLaughlin (adopted by Muff) gave an amazing performance on Saturday night. Milk Thistle play in the village every weekend and again, great musical talent. And then there is the talent hidden among the crowds. Those like Natalie, Dunne, Francie, the mischievous Decky Reid, Big Billy and his son, and so many more. If a music festival could be held in Muff, there’d be no need to bring in from the outer area. Muff has in all right in the village.
So it’s all over for another year, but 2015 is just around the corner….we’ll be waiting!
