CROWDS START ARRIVING FOR GALWAY RACES FESTIVAL

Date Published: 25-Jul-2011

Up to 70 million euro is expected to be generated for the local economy as a result of the Galway Races, which begin today.

The first race of seven this evening at Ballybrit is at ten past 5 with the final race at 8.30p.m.

This evening's meeting will feature the 'most appropriately dressed lady' competition, sponsored by milliner, Suzie Mahony.

Manager of Galway Racecourse, John Maloney, says they expect a great first evening of racing.