Poaching, politics and progress on the Corrib

Thu, May 14, 2026

The late Peadar O'Dowd, a prolific historian who worked tirelessly to preserve Galway’s archaeological and architectural heritage, was also a long-time secretary of the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society.

Feel Good Factor at Town Hall

Thu, May 14, 2026

Marc Roberts is a singer-songwriter, Eurovision runner up and Galway Bay FM presenter of the ‘Feel Good Breakfast’ at the weekends.

But on Friday, May 22 he plans to have music fans dancing in the aisles with his brand-new show the Feel Good Factor at the Town Hall Theatre.

Council provides financial aid to artists

Thu, May 14, 2026

Thirteen artists with a Galway connection are to share a €33,860 award administered by the County Council.

High heelers to strut Town Hall

Thu, May 14, 2026

Twenty-six dancers from Dublin, Limerick, Galway and Cork will combine at the Town Hall Theatre on Friday, May 15, to explore feminity through the art of Heels dance.

Spymaster’s daughter who built Portumna

Thu, May 14, 2026

Portumna Castle will host a talk on the woman who erected Ireland's greatest manor house of the early seventeenth century, on Sunday, May 24, at 4pm.

A flawed sequel that recaptures some of the original’s magic.

Thu, May 14, 2026

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It’s a crowd-pleaser designed to make people feel good. The original, which I first watched recently, has developed a devoted following which can easily recall Meryl Streep’s memorable lines: “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking…”. And despite my belatedness, I instantly saw why.

Actors excel at mammoth task

Theatre Reviews Thu, May 14, 2026

ALL MY FRIENDS ARE BOTS
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Joyous play en route to Town Hall on Thursday, May 21

Theatre Reviews Thu, May 14, 2026

 
SHIRLEY VALENTINE

Community spirit with musical ambition - Music for Galway's Cellissimo Playathon

Thu, May 07, 2026

Music for Galway is striking a fresh and engaging chord this spring with the Cellissimo Playathon, a fundraiser that blends community spirit with musical ambition. Taking place on Sunday, May 17th at 4pm in the welcoming surroundings of the The Ardilaun Hotel, the event promises an afternoon that is as entertaining as it is meaningful.

Irish country artist Gareth for Galway gig

Thu, May 07, 2026

Fresh off his debut headline Australian tour, Rising Irish country artist Gareth has will return to the Roisin Dubh in Galway this month as part of his upcoming The Uncut Tour, bringing stripped-back performances to cities such as Liverpool, Cardiff and Nottingham, in addition to an appearance at The Great Escape in Brighton.

Growing Pains - New powerful collection from Danielle Holian

Thu, May 07, 2026

Acclaimed Galway poet Danielle Holian returns with her fourth collection, Growing Pains, released May 5, marking a powerful evolution in her already resonant body of work. Following the success of Beautifully Chaotic (2019), The Dilemma (2020), and Surviving You (2021), this latest collection offers an unflinching and deeply personal exploration of love, loss, and the difficult road to self-reclamation.

Galway International Arts Festival launches programme befitting its scale and confidence

Thu, May 07, 2026

The announcement of the Galway International Arts Festival 2026 programme arrives with a sense of scale and confidence that underscores its position as one of Europe’s most dynamic multidisciplinary arts festivals.

Headford ready for annual shindig

Thu, May 07, 2026

Headfest 2026 will take place in Headford from Wednesday, May 27 to Monday, June 1, bringing six days of music, sport, culture, food and family events to the town and surrounding area.

Hospice concert to mark World Ovarian Cancer Day

Thu, May 07, 2026

Galway Sings ladies choir will perform its second lunchtime concert to mark World Ovarian Cancer Day this Saturday, May 9, in St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church at 1pm.

Reimagining Ó Conaire at An Taibhdhearc

Thu, May 07, 2026

Cuireann An Taibhdhearc agus Brú Theatre Neill | Páidín i láthair. Spreagtha ag dhá shaothar as an mbailiúchán ceannródaíoch scéalta, Scothscéalta de chuid Phádraic Uí Chonaire, cuirtear beocht sna carachtair Neill agus Páidín Mháire trí chumasc de bhuncheol agus ensemble taibhithe.

Fleadh na gCuach brings magic to idyllic Kinvara

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Each May Bank Holiday, as the hedgerows brighten and the Atlantic air softens along the coast of Kinvara, the village bursts into life with the sound of fiddles, flutes, and friendly conversation.

Glenamaddy wins All-Ireland

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

The County Galway troop’s performance of Chapatti, by Christian O’Reilly, stole the show at the All-Ireland Confined Drama Finals, winning Glenamaddy the top gong for the first time in 60 years of performing.

The Séance of Blake Manner wins top award

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Video game developers from across Ireland gathered in Galway city for the 6th annual FÍS Games Summit last week, while local gamers scooped major prizes at the Imirt Awards.

Review: Alan Davies, White Male Stand-Up

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Red seats, a bouquet of flowers, antique chairs, then comedy giant Alan Davies comes out on-stage, with a mug of tea, to settle into his conversation with Jan Carson at the Town Hall Theatre last Wednesday, April 22.

Writer, director and vocalist delivers annual Siobhán McKenna Lecture

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

University of Galway has held its third annual Siobhán McKenna scholarship and lecture series. This event honours the legacy of Siobhán McKenna, the Belfast-born actress who became a world-renowned actress of stage and screen, starring in Dr Zhivago, King of Kings and Of Human Bondage.

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