The event takes place this afternoon from 12 pm to 3 pm, with a sensory hour between 12 pm and 1 pm.

As well as competitions people can expect an array of sessions, ceilis, and traditional entertainment.

The road will reopen at approximately 1pm according to local Gardaí.

President of Longford Rugby Club club, Donnagh McDonald, is urging the public to get behind the event.

The young man who died after yesterday's tragic road traffic incident has been named as 19 year old Martin McDonnell.

The road remains closed this morning and local diversions are in place.

It's understood the man in his late teens was struck by a bus this evening.

Justice Minister Simon Harris says it's very important to deter these types of attacks.