Don't miss The Pure Magic Battle for the Lake this weekend on Achill Island, wtih a unique celebration of some of the world's most exciting water sports, kitesurfing and Stand-Up Paddleboarding.

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The Pure Magic Battle for the Lake is a unique Watersport and Music Festival taking place in windswept Achill Island on Keel Lake. Every year, at the same windy time in September, kitesurfers from all over Ireland and abroad come together for this the big Finale of the IKSA Irish Kitesurfing Tour. Achill Island is one of the best places in the world for kitesurfing . No wonder it was selected for the Kitesurfing World Cup in 2012 given its world class beaches and watersport facilities.

Breathtaking, thrilling and very fast, kitesurfing is one of the top spectator sports with massive jumps and great wave-riding . An amazing spectacle of colourful flags will line the beach set against the spectacular backdrop of Lough Keel and the beauty of Achill Island. Not only will there be some great action on the water but there will be loads of entertainment off the water: from some giant flying and colourful kites from kite Legend Mike Dinsmore (Canada) to the smallest kite in the world, there will also be the annual Kite design competition involving all the local schools. Plenty of fun activity for the families with fun Fair, Games and of course some nice food including some superb Achill Mountain Lamb and sea food!

The event brings together people who are passionate about watersports to spend time in a truly magical place with a really special vibe. The Battle for the Lake will welcome North Kiteboarding International Pro Rider and Super Star Tom Court, who is taking part in the Competition for the first time as well as Jade O Connor , who is an Irish Pro Kiter, Racing champion and currently on the World Tour.

The Pure Magic Battle for the Lake
26th – 28th September

Please note this is a FREE EVENT DURING THE DAY. EVENING TICKETS AVAILABLE at PUREMAGIC DUBLIN-ACHILL and ACHILL TOURISM. LIMITED SEATS

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