The 55th Annual Rose of Tralee Festival gets underway in Co. Kerry today.
Thousands are expected to travel to the Kingdom for the five day event.
32 Roses from across the globe will compete for the coveted title, they'll arrive in the town shortly after 3 O' clock this afternoon.
Texas Rose Haley O'Sullivan was last year's winner.
John Drummey, Communications Manager with The Rose of Tralee says there are lots of events planned over the coming days.
