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The story of Arthur's Day, in tweets

From secret gigs to… lots of pints.

Sep 27th 2013, 11:59 AM 3,323 Views 0 Comments

HOW WAS YOUR Arthur’s Day? See a good surprise act? Toast to Arthur at 17.59?

Here’s how it went down on Twitter.

The anticipation was palpable

Proceedings started off peacefully

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iggy Source: Photocall Ireland

Secret performances weren't the only rumours going around

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The craic in Galway was almighty

BOYZONE WATCH: 3/4 were spotted enjoying a pint of the black stuff in Australia

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While Siva (seeeeva) The Wanted was in Kuala Lumper. So now.

Even the artists had a great aul time

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Some people had better things to be doing. Like Tallafornia Cormac #totalledge

Kudos were given

But it didn't last...

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The morning after was a sight to behold

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A few heads were suffering

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But not everyone. Not everyone...

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arthursday4 Source: Laura Hutton/Photocall Ireland

Sure it's a new day today

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The story of Arthur's Day, in tweets