Superheroes run riot during Gorey Market House Festival
Fine Gael's Brian Brennan, TD for Wicklow Wexford was also in attendance to share the fun on the day. Deputy Brennan praised the club for the events running.
David said the club wanted to organise a two kilometre run throughout the park, where kids could dress up as their favourite heroes and race through Gorey Town Park. 'We basically just set out a run for the children.
'The kids were presented with certificates and refreshments when the run was over. We had music provided by Michael Brown,' he added.
David and Dean Glennan re-established Gorey Athletics Club in March 2025 after discussing the previous owner of the club which was once popular in Gorey.
David and Dean met after running the Dublin City Marathon two years ago and we were talking about the children that went to the showgrounds for athletics over the years. 'We were talking about it and said 'What about reviving the club?'
David said himself and Dean were approached to host an event at this year's festival as the Athletics Club was newly formed. 'As the club progresses, we hope to re-enact some of the races organised years ago,' David added
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