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Welcome to the Phoenix FestivalTullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland

**************************17th - 20th July 2008

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• The Phoenix is a mythological bird that rises from the ashes.

• The "Phoenix" stands as a symbol of immortality, resurrection and life after death.

• Derived from Greek, Arabic & Egyptian mythology which share same understanding.

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• Music– Live outdoor concerts, over 20 venues.

• Extreme– Hot Air Balloon flights and Bungee Jumping,

Fireworks, sky-diving, skate-board championship, Phoenix Soap Box derby.

• Arts– The ’Merging Minds’ art exhibition, showcases the

work of amateur, semi-professional and professional artists from around the county.

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• Children’s Street Entertainment– Trip to Lough Boora Sculpture & Wildlife Park– Storytelling, face painting, clown Magic & Puppet,

Balloon Models, Big Red Bus, Fanzini Brothers Circus skills, comedy show

– Red Embers with Firegod: Stilt Walkers, Juggling & Uni-Cyclist

– Outdoor Concerts– Phoenix Exhibition: Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre

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