Rose of Tralee

The Official Twitter for The Rose of Tralee International Festival! Connecting the global Irish community #roseoftralee

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@OHanlonEilis Still looking for a hobby, Eilis? Beginners’ jiving might suit. You’ve certainly had enough practice going round in circles.

[Westmeath County Council @westmeathcoco]

Rose of Tralee Homecoming Event

A homecoming event takes place in Market Square, Mullingar, this evening Friday 21st at 8pm to welcome home International Rose of Tralee 2026 and Mullingar Girl, Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh.

A number of the 2026 Roses and Escorts will also attend the celebration. Organisers have invited people to come out and show their love and appreciation for Caoilfhinn, describing her as an inspirational International Rose of Tralee 2026.

❗Traffic in the area may be impacted by the event❗

#WelcomeHomeCaoilfhinn #RoseOfTralee2026 #Mullingar #WestmeathPride

[TheJournal.ie @thejournal_ie]

The Rose Escort of the Year is encouraging other men to take part in the Rose of Tralee festival, an event he described as being "like a wedding every day".
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The messages that bring it all home.
Caoilfhinn’s boyfriend, her dad and the Westmeath Rose Centre team share their pride after an unforgettable night. #RoseofTralee

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Congratulations to our 2026 International Rose of Tralee, Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh!

At 25, Caoilfhinn becomes only the second Westmeath Rose to receive the honour. After losing her hair to alopecia at 15, she is now studying to become a wig maker.

What a night for Westmeath!

[Irish Independent @Independent_ie]

Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh named 2026 Rose of Tralee https://t.co/2gusJp6YlO

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Our New York Rose Ciara McGinty, 25, is a first grade teacher in the Bronx and proud member of New York’s Irish community. With strong Kildare roots, she serves as Vice President of the Kildare Association of New York. #roseoftralee #rte Photos: Domnick Walsh

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Sligo Rose Bethany McLoughlin, 29, swapped a career in early childhood care to follow her love of music. Now a piano teacher and member of The Atlantic Wedding Band, she brings music, performance and plenty of craic to Tralee. #roseoftralee #rte

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Roscommon Rose Rebecca Collins, 24, is a Home Economics and Religion teacher who now teaches in the very school she once attended. A talented actor and sportswoman, she’s proud to represent the Primrose and Blue in Tralee. #roseoftralee #rte Photos: Domnick Walsh

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UAE Rose Enya Crone, 22, was born and raised in Dubai to an Irish mum and Australian dad. A former World Championship Irish dancer, she proudly carries her Donegal roots and Dubai’s Irish community with her to Tralee. #roseoftralee #rte Photos:m Domnick Walsh

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Tipperary Rose Fiona Kennedy, 25, is a Home Economics and Religion teacher, baker and adventure lover from Clonmel. She recently completed her first half marathon while living with arthritis, raising funds for Arthritis Ireland. #roseoftralee #rte Photos: Domnick Walsh

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San Francisco Rose Sarah Johnston, 24, works in her family restaurant and proudly carries Irish roots from Derry, Antrim and Cork. From California to New Zealand, she says her Irish heritage has always made the world feel a little smaller. #roseoftralee #rte Photos: Domnick Walsh

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Wicklow Rose Carolann McDonald, 24, is a pharmacist from Greystones and a proud member of Greystones Baton Twirlers. Sport has taken her to European and World competitions representing Ireland, building the confidence she brings to Tralee. #roseoftralee #rte

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We love our Louth Rose Chloe Moran! The 23-year-old from Dundalk is a qualified Biomedical Scientist, future nurse and passionate disability support worker. Funny and full of heart, Chloe says she could “talk to a hole in a pot”. #roseoftralee #rte Photographs: Domnick Walsh

[RTÉ One @RTEOne]

No words needed just a very proud grandad 🥹🌹

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Kilkenny Rose Rachel Walsh cuts her hair for LauraLynn 💚😍

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Well, this is pure magic! 💚🎶

A little Irish Eyes from the Kerry Rose 🌹🎶

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The Toronto Rose takes to the floor of the Dome! 💃🌹

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Kerry Rose Caoimhe Lynch, 28, is a secondary school chaplain, English teacher and founder of The Light House Project. She also directs the 100-strong Kingdom Gospel Choir, bringing community, connection and music to everything she does. #roseoftralee #rte Photos: Domnick Walsh

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What a moment! Kilkenny Rose Rachel Walsh trusted Dáithí with the scissors live on stage, cutting her hair in support of LauraLynn and helping raise funds for the children’s hospice. One of the night’s most memorable moments. #roseoftralee #rte