Reliving the Heyday of Irish Icons Something Happens at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

With catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics, Something Happens blazed a trail throughout the ‘90s delivering anthems that have stood the test of time.

From ‘Parachute’ to ‘Hello, Hello, Hello, Hello, Hello (Petrol)’ the band gained iconic status in the Irish music annals.

July Music Series in An Taibhdhearc showcasing the best of traditional, folk & jazz music

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

This summer season, Fíbín sa Taibhdhearc continues its momentum as a thriving music venue with their week-long music programme happening in July during the Arts Festival - from Tuesday July 18 to Saturday July 22.

The Dirty Circus, this Saturday July 15 in Róisín Dubh

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Roll up, roll up! Galway sauce merchants The Dirty Circus are back with a new show at Róisín Dubh this Saturday July 15. Expect the best of burlesque & cabaret from these Galway legends.

'The Graceless Age: The Ballad of John Murry' to be screened at this year’s Galway Film Fleadh

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

John Murry decamped to Ireland a decade ago. Originally from Tupelo, Mississippi, he released his debut LP, The Graceless Age, on Rubyworks back in 2013 to ecstatic reviews.

New exhibition by Luke McMullan at The Kenny Gallery as part of Arts Festival

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

An exhibition of over thirty new paintings by artist Luke McMullan, ‘Monarch’, will launch at The Kenny Gallery in Liosbán this Friday, July 14.

Part of this year’s Galway International Arts Festival, the exhibition features over thirty original artworks for sale in a diverse range of mediums and techniques. The exhibition will run until August 8 and will be launched at Kenny's on Friday July 14 at 6pm by poet Gerry Hanberry - all are welcome to attend.

Paul Currie to perform new show in Róisín Dubh on Monday July 24

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

“The best comedy I saw was Paul Currie” - Stewart Lee

Music scholarships on offer in memory of Ashling Murphy

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Comhaltas have established three scholarships to recognise and remember the talent and legacy of the late Ashling Murphy. Ashling was a primary school teacher, Comhaltas music teacher and performer.

Record Breaking Chart Topper Jazzy to Perform at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

In the wake of becoming the first Irish female to reach number one in the official Irish singles chart in 14 years, 26-year-old artist Jazzy is set to bring her club and dance anthems to Monroe’s Live on Saturday, July 22.

Galway artist casts feminist eye on city’s urban and botanical life

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Leading Galway artist Ruby Wallis will host a major new exhibition involving photography, collage, video installations, print, and sound work, as part of the 2023 Galway International Arts Festival.

TG4 is looking for the world's next best Irish Dancer

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

TG4's An Ríl Deal is back for a new series.

Galway Cathedral Summer Concerts 2023

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Flourishing alongside Galway’s many other arts events is Galway Cathedral’s Summer Concerts. The series began in 1994 and is celebrating its 30th season this year.

Stellar music line-up at Monroe’s Live for the Galway International Arts Festival 2023

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Stellar music line-up at Monroe’s Live for the Galway International Arts Festival 2023

Meat and Salt - a fairy tale based on King Lear

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Galway Youth Theatre to stage Marina Carr’s family play as part of Galway International Arts Festival 2023

Galway Arts Festival presents critically acclaimed dance show from July 17

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

‘We leave uplifted, Poirier and Keegan-Dolan having conveyed by the chemistry of music and movement and intangible, lingering, joyous energy’ - The Irish Examiner

Alabama 3 Set to Ignite the Stage with Raucous Energy at Monroe's Live on Monday, July 24

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Alabama 3 has carved a distinctive niche in the music industry with their genre-defying sound and high-energy performances.

I hear you're a quiz master now Father... Father Ted Table Quiz incoming!

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Any idea why July 19 should be so important?
For the first time, Galway celebrates July 19 with a Father Ted Table Quiz. If you attended the TedFest Table Quiz in March, fear not - this will be a totally different but still blessed night of craic celebrating Ireland’s most divine TV comedy.

Tigh He-He Comedy Club is back in Róisín Dubh with Karl Spain on July 13

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

"His quick wit will leave you gasping" - Evening Standard

The Murder Capital at Fall Right Into Place festival alongside Pillow Queens

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

The Murder Capital are the second headliners announced for 2023’s Fall Right Into Place, where they will play alongside other exciting acts like the Pillow Queens. They will play Sunday September 17 at Claregalway Castle, just outside Galway city.

Greta Gerwig season at Pálás Cinema on the lead up to Barbie release

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

To celebrate the highly anticipated release of Barbie on July 21, Pálás are paying tribute to Greta Gerwig, and her particular brand of awkward. Greta Gerwig: The Art of Awkward will showcase her work both in front of and behind the camera. From the charming Frances Ha to the heart-warming Little Women, Gerwig weaves a rich tapestry in all she puts her hand to.