| About August Holiday |
| The holiday which falls on the first Monday in August also called as La Saoire i mi Lunasa, is known as August Holiday and was first mentioned in the Bank Holidays Act 1871 and since then it has been declared a public holiday. The August Holiday falls in the middle of the summer season and school given holidays so many people take a short or longer vacation in Ireland or abroad at this time of year and it is very important to book accommodation in advance for those who wish to travel. Therefore many cultural and sporting events are held over the August Holiday weekend such as art exhibition, cultural and music festivals, local fairs, agricultural shows, cycling, walking and many other sport events. On this day all the banks, post offices and all business organizations are closed. However pubs and stores are generally open and public transport service schedules vary depending on where one lives and intends to travel. |
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