There'll be thrills and spills aplenty at this year's Gannonball Run which takes place on Castle Hill and Market Square on Bank Holiday Monday 30th August!  With more obstacles and challenges than ever before, the Gannonball Run is an event you simply can't miss out on - and entries and now open for contestants to give the all new course a run for its money!
 
Are you brave enough to tackle the challenge of the see-saw, the twists and turns of the obstacle course, or the breathtaking speed runs of Dungannon's hilltops? Do you have the imagination to wow the crowd with your costumes and soap box design? Or are you simply 'up for the craic' and willing to take part in Dungannon's most memorable annual event?
 
Mayor of Dungannon and South Tyrone Borough Council, Councillor Robert Mulligan is urging the entire community to get involved, either as an entrant or a spectator. He said: "We hope to top the amount of entries from last year's Gannonball event which was a roaring success - so much so that the Run was included in the Sunday Times Top 35 Bank Holiday events. The Gannonball Run attracts spectators from near and far so make sure you are part of it!"
 
The organising committee of the Gannonball run have added in a few extras this year to make sure with a new junior section which invites entries from schools and youth groups and a fun run for 7-11 year olds. Thrill seeking families, businesses and individuals are now invited to submit their entry form and get working on a wacky, road racer. 
 
Councillor Walter Cuddy; Chair of Dungannon Regeneration Partnership, who is on the organising committee says: "As well as our exciting new junior soapbox category and fun run, we also have a Fastest Entry category (for all competitors), Best Crash and Burn, Most Imaginative / Innovative Entry and Best Dressed Team, we look forward once more to witnessing a truly action packed family event in Dungannon Town Centre and are delighted on the growing success of the Gannonball Run."
 
To enter, simply download an application form or telephone 028 8772 8602/8615. The Gannonball Run is organised by Dungannon Regeneration Partnership and Dungannon and South Tyrone Borough Council in association with Dungannon Enterprise Centre, FirstWave Design, STEP, South West College, Dungannon and District Motorcycling Club and Dungannon Motor Club.
 
For sponsorship and advertising opportunities please contact Paul McCreedy on 028 8772 8615.