Search on for polar bear missing after Christmas event in Kilkenny

Organisers of the Yulefest Christmas festival in Kilkenny have appealed to the public to help find a polar bear missing after an event in the city on Saturday last.

"Can you help us find our Polar Bear?!" a post on Tuesday read.

"Yulefest Kilkenny are missing a Polar Bear that made an appearance on Saturday the 9th of December at Kilkenny Castle," they added.

"If you see any sightings or are the owner, please DM the Yulefest Kilkenny Page or email [email protected], thank you for making an appearance, please get in contact!"

Yulefest attracts thousands of people to the city every year with festive events, concerts, Santa trucks and Christmas markets.