About this Event
- DATE: Friday 21st November 2025
- TIME: 2pm - 6pm
- VENUE: Newry Rugby Club, 25 Hilltown Road, BT34 2HN
- COST: £20.00 + Eventbrite Booking Fee
EVENT OVERVIEW:
Following the huge success of last year's inaugural International Men's Day Event, Newry Chamber with , and is marking International Men's Day 2025 with 'A Celebration of Men in Greater Newry - Supporting Men and Boys' hosted by Presenter, Commentator & Award-Winning Broadcaster, Thomas Niblock.
FIRESIDE CHATS:
The first of the Fireside Chats will be with STATSports Founder, Sean O'Connor, who will discuss the remarkable journey of STATSports from humble beginnings to acquisition by global electronics giant, SONY.
Next up in the armchair will be the General Surgeon and 2002 All-Ireland Winner, Kevin McElvanna, on the pain of loss, raising a family, developing a successful career and helping to turn tragedy to joy for his local club Madden who lifted their first Senior County Championship in their 92-year history.
PANEL DISCUSSION:
• Benny Tierney - 2002 All-Ireland Winner with Armagh & School Principal
• Colin Bell - Founder of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT)
• Jim McGuigan - Actor, Singer, Director, Fundraiser & Walker
• John McEvoy - Executive Chairman of Duality Healthcare
There will be plenty of networking time with an opportunity for a chat and a bit of craic, live music, and a complimentary burger and pint after the discussions.
All proceeds from the event will go towards and the Chamber's Charity Partner for 2025, .
A FREE bus will leave the Stone Bridge in Newry at 1:30pm, returning at 6pm.
• Entry to the event is strictly by ticket only
• Tickets are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis
• So book your ticket now by clicking on the booking link below
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Newry Rugby Club, 25 Hilltown Road, Newry, United Kingdom
GBP 22.38










