THE NORTH OF IRELAND'S TRANSIT AUTHORITY TRANSLINK have revealed that there have been over one million passenger journeys across the network over the first five days of the Fleadh – an additional 275,000 passenger journeys compared with the equivalent period last year
Meanwhile, the Fleadh is expect to have broken the one million visitors mark this weekend as competitions reach a crescendo.
Martina Connolly, CEO of Belfast One Business Improvement District, said 900,020 visitors had been recorded for the first five days.
"The busiest day so far, Thursday 6th August, saw 221,170 visitors recordedd within our remit alone, which covers many of the key areas where the Fleadh is taking place."
She added: "The past five days have brought huge energy, talent and craic into Belfast, showing us the potential of the city to attract events with a worldwide scope, which has been wonderful to see for organisers, performers, businesses and visitors alike."
