Search for TG4’s next Country star

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

Glór Tíóre prides itself as the country’s premier Country music show, and next year it will return for its 23rd season.

Music inspired by loss

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

‘Good Bye Moma’ is out tomorrow, Friday, November 6.

Known for upbeat music, his latest release indicates the Galway man is not afraid to write songs that deal with the rawest of emotions.

Galway TradFest returns for third year with a week-long celebration of traditional music, song and dance

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

First launched in November 2024, Galway TradFest is produced by Music Generation Galway County and has quickly established itself as an important celebration of the county’s rich musical heritage, with a particular focus on creating opportunities for children and young people. At its heart is a simple but powerful ambition: to ensure that young people can experience, learn and develop their musical talents at home in Galway, working alongside some of the finest performers and tutors in Irish traditional music.

Grants available for musical instruments

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

Applications are invited from amateur groups and individual professional musicians across Galway to apply to the Music Network Music Capital Scheme.

History lecture links institutional homes

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

The next lecture in the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society's current series is entitled ‘Seen and heard from so many houses all around: Mapping Galway's Institutional Past.’

Toddlers’ theatre at Leisureland

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

Audiences are invited to join the three little heroes as they bumble, boogie, and build their way through a whirlwind, fairytale world in Leisureland on Saturday, November 14.

Red carpet for murder mystery at Pálás

Thu, Nov 05, 2026

It is a dark and stormy night that finds us crossing the overflowing Corrib to Pálás - and the premier of the highly anticipated original RTÉ drama The Galway Bay Murders.

Majestic power of symphony orchestra in Salthill

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

National Symphony Orchestra Ireland, in partnership with Music for Galway, returns to Leisureland on Thursday, November 11, under the baton of acclaimed conductor Anna Rakitina, with Daniel Müller-Schott, one of the world’s leading cellists, as soloist.

Survivors' strength knitted through new play

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

The monologue, which uses the extended metaphor of sheep to examine effects of sexual violence, has been nominated for the KLUG award for Women Reclaiming the Arts at Thessaloniki Fringe, Greece.

Two Hallowe’en shows of music, song and dance

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

A packed programme will see Classical Halloween staples like Bach’s Fugue and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice performed alongside cinematic classics Harry Potter and Ghostbusters. Soloists and dancers from Galway Musical Society will take to the stage to bring to life music from The Adams Family musical and Thriller.

Scandinavian session with trad maestro

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

Quilty is a highly renowned interpreter of traditional Irish music and is considered the foremost band on the Irish folk music scene in Scandinavia.

Perhaps world's greatest album, live in city

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

The Mersey Beatles have wowed fans around the world for 25 years and they are now bringing their biggest ever tour to Galway Town Hall Theatre this Tuesday, November 3.

Shark ‘hot spots’ feature in new stage show

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

It will be staged at Clifden’s Station House Theatre on Saturday, November 14, at 8pm.

Star-studded benefit night for Bodhrán player

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

Taking place on the second anniversary of Eamonn Nugent’s untimely passing at the age of just 31, the evening will honour his enduring legacy and raise crucial funds to support brain tumour research.

‘Stand up there for the CroíACT’

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Ten brave people are about to step far outside their comfort zone to perform stand-up comedy in aid of local charities Croí and ACT for Meningitis.

Rising talent sought for Rising Sons' ultimate session in Mayo

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

With the stage positioned in the centre of the audience, the unique format will put fans right at the heart of the action, creating an intimate and energetic atmosphere throughout the night.

Celtic scholar scoops €10k prize

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

An author and archaeologist in Galway has won the prestigious Michel Déon prize for non fiction.

The Social Reckoning

Films Reviews Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Aaron Sorkin’s latest directorial effort has inspired more curiosity than anticipation. As a quasi-sequel to The Social Network (2010), it carries the burden of following a much-loved film.

Speakers to pitch powerful ideas at TEDxGalway

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Beginning at 7.30pm, the evening promises an exploration of several issues shaping how we live, work and connect, with a diverse group of speakers set to challenge assumptions and share new perspectives.