In pictures: Portadown Irish Folk Dancing Festival 2024 begins in style

The 2024 Portadown Irish Folk Dancing Festival began on Saturday in Portadown Town Hall.

Photographer Tony Hendron went along to get these great photos from the confined section.

5. Festival time

Erin McCaffery, left, and Fianna McConville taking part in the under 8 years Light Double Jig at the Portadown Folk Dancing Festival. PT10-221. Photo: Tony Hendron

6. Festival time

Hollie Seeds dances around the stage as she takes part in the under 8 years Light Double Jig competition at Portadown Folk Dancing Festival. PT10-222. Photo: Tony Hendron

7. Festival time

Members of the McGrath School Of Irish Dancing pictured during a break at the Confined Section at Portadown Folk Dancing Festival on Saturday. PT1-234. Photo: Tony Hendron

8. Festival time

Aurora McMahon, left, and Edie McClelland taking part in the under 8 Reel competition at the Portadown Folk Dancing Festival. PT10-223. Photo: Tony Hendron