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.

Spooky tales under silvery moon for Samhain

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Just as the nights grow darker and the veil between worlds feels a little thinner, the trio will arrive at the Town Hall Theatre on Saturday, October 31, at 8pm.

Gerdine follows folk award with new single

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

The release comes just months after Gerdine was named a winner of the European Folk category at the InterContinental Music Awards for her song ‘Sky Blue’.

Country concert with Trudi Lalor in Loughrea

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Trudi Lalor and other stars of the country music scene will be a highlight of the season at the Loughrea Hotel on October 19.

Galway tribes from here to Hungary

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

The Tribes in Hungary: Walter Lynch and Ferenc Martyn, now open, is free to attend and hosts a range of photographs, art prints, personal objects, and audio.

Laughter Yoga at Massimo's

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Hosted by Galway Comedy Festival, two Laughter Yoga workshops led by Louise Burchall will be held in Massimo on Sunday, October 25.

Stage event to tell boxer's life story

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

One of Ireland’s most celebrated athletes, Taylor has redefined women’s boxing on the world stage, inspiring generations through her determination, resilience and achievements inside the ring. Now, audiences across the west will have the opportunity to discover more about the woman behind the sporting legend in a unique live experience that combines theatre, personal reflection and an in-depth conversation with Katie herself.

Digger will be divisive

Films Reviews Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Those who have seen Alejandro Inarritu’s films (especially his Spanish-language films) know he explores heavy subject matter; grueling narratives that wear down their characters and the audience. Even if they might contain an air of self-importance, they are often emotionally devastating - crafted with an artistry that feels painstakingly handmade.

Grief and GAA culture on centre stage

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Following a sold-out London premiere at the ICC Theatre, Hammersmith, Galway playwright and author Conor Montague explores grief, hurling, and friendship in a 70 minute performance.

Festival season 2027 to begin as Gaeilge

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Tonnta will kickstart Galway’s 2027 festival season, with more than 20 Irish-language/bilingual events taking place across 15 venues from January 28, to January 31.

Spooktacular festival of laughs

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

Spanning international headliners, Irish comedy greats, and the best emerging talent on the circuit, tickets are on sale now for 60 shows across 14 venues over seven days and nights from October 20 to 26.

Magical night for Salthill moondance

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

The Salthill Hotel will be transformed into a cabaret club for an exciting charity concert featuring local and international talent on Sunday, October 18, from 7pm.

Samszyy is West’s best for DJ battle

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

DJ Samszyy will represent Connacht at the Red Bull Turn It Up national final in Dublin next month.

€6m arts fund open now - Kyne

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

The Arts Capital Investment Fund was opened for submissions last week, with a deadline of December 18.

‘Dead Air’ - a dark comedy digitising death

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

Would you resurrect your loved one? Digitally, that is. Critically acclaimed solo show Dead Air comes to The Mick Lally Theatre on Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29, at 8pm.

Folio festival at Charlie Byrne’s

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

The inaugural festival will run from next Thursday, October 15, to Sunday, October 18, and will feature talks and readings on fiction, essays, historical fiction, poetry, history and music. All events are in Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop on Middle Street. Everything is free but booking is required.

The line-up includes the prominent eco-builder and well-known TV broadcaster, Harrison Gardner, who will talk about his new book and foster greater self-reliance in how we build our houses and live our lives, on Sunday, at 5pm.

Choirs combine for evening of song

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

Druid Lane will be the location for a rare opportunity to listen to two of Ireland’s finest vocal ensembles next week.

Community choirs connect with Crash Ensemble

Thu, Oct 08, 2026

Music for Galway’s season ‘Breaking Boundaries’ continues with a bold, new large-scale project by acclaimed Irish composer Ed Bennett.

'Stand up there for the CroíACT'

Thu, Oct 08, 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.

Scourge of British politics in town for one night only

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

He has been praised by poet Linton Kwesi Johnson; folk singer Eliza Carthy called him her “spirit animal”, while The Daily Mail declared him “disgusting...deranged...sick and offensive.”

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