The festival kicked off today and will run all weekend.
People are coming from all across the world this weekend to show off their craft skills in Offaly.
The 'That Beats Banagher' festival kicked off today and is running until Sunday.
Features at the site, there is a food and craft market, a heritage walk and at least 20 blacksmiths displaying their quality.
James Scully has been involved with the festival for over 11 years, he says they are hopeful of the weather being on their side:
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