EYE Cinema to show Europa and Champions League finals

Thu, May 16, 2024

Remaining tickets are now difficult to get for the Europa League final taking place in the Aviva Stadium, so the second best venue is the EYE Cinema in Galway. Sit back and relax in the comfort of your favourite local cinema - and get ready to enjoy Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen kicking off at 8pm on Wednesday 22nd May.

Monroe's reveals line-up for GIAF 2024

Thu, May 16, 2024

On Wednesday, July 17 at 8pm, the Fun Lovin’ Criminals will take to the stage with their blend of hip-hop, rock n’ roll, blues-jazz, and Latin-soul. The band burst onto the scene in 1996 with the worldwide multi-platinum debut album Come Find Yourself and their single ‘Scooby Snacks’ became an international hit.

The sound of Motown with Grand Soul Station at Monroe's

Thu, May 16, 2024

Led by vocal powerhouse Barbara Vulso, Grand Soul Station are a collection of multi-talented instrumentalists.

Chief Keegan bring new funkadelic album to Monroe's Live

Thu, May 16, 2024

In a major milestone for the group, they recently signed a publishing deal in the US with Brian Brinkerhoff of Singular Recordings. It’s the next chapter for the talented band, whose funkadelic fusion is laden with old school groove, blues, and soul with a modern twist.

Cork's hottest new band comes to Galway

Thu, May 16, 2024

The six-piece group have come a long way since the release of their debut single 'Amsterdam' in late 2022.

Inis Mór singer to perform at The Róisín

Thu, May 16, 2024

With influences from James Taylor and The Eagles to Van Morrison, Sinead O’Connor and Shane McGowan, Padraig appreciates strong songwriting with a distinct point of view.

Dylan Moran's summer tour hits Galway

Thu, May 16, 2024

Stand-up legend Moran will be at Róisín Dubh on Thursday, June 20, and again on Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4, as part of his tour of 25 Irish towns.

Countdown begins for Galway Arts Festival

Thu, May 16, 2024

Theatre audiences can look forward to the world premiere of Reunion by Mark O’Rowe. The playwright turns his laser focus on the deep currents of family life with biting humour and insight. The GIAF and Landmark co-production features a roll-call of Ireland’s finest actors, including Ian-Lloyd Anderson, Cathy Belton, Venetia Bowe, Stephen Brennan, Robert Sheehan and Catherine Walker.

Poured paint in Ballybane

Thu, May 16, 2024

With the inspiration of Bealtaine festivities, Vibrant Voices is an art initiative aimed at empowering the elderly through expressive acrylic pouring, promoting mental well-being, creativity and imagination.

Jazz greats tribute for charity

Thu, May 16, 2024

The 17-piece orchestra’s maestro, Martin Murray, received treatment for pancreatic cancer from the Galway and Donegal-based charity in 2023. To show his appreciation, the former cruise ship musical director is now putting on a one-time fundrasier featuring the works of all the jazz greats, from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and many more.

Jazz greats tribute for charity

Wed, May 15, 2024

The Galway City Jazz Orchestra will assemble for one night only at the Galmont Hotel on Sunday, May 26, in aid of Cancer Care West.

Countdown begins for Galway Arts Festival

Wed, May 15, 2024

The 2024 Galway International Arts Festival will include seven world premiers, a new visual arts commission, the most extensive music line-up to date, and new theatre co-produced with partners Landmark Productions and Once Off Productions.

The sound of Motown with Grand Soul Station at Monroe's

Wed, May 15, 2024

Galway’s very own Grand Soul Station are back at Monroe’s Live on Sunday, May 26, at 9pm for a night of music from timeless legends such as Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Chaka Khan, and Ray Charles.

Inis Mór singer to perform at The Róisín

Wed, May 15, 2024

Steadily proving himself to be one of Ireland's finest contemporary songwriters in the two languages, Padraig Jack takes to the stage at Róisín Dubh on May 26.

With influences from James Taylor and The Eagles to Van Morrison, Sinead O’Connor and Shane McGowan, Padraig appreciates strong songwriting with a distinct point of view.

Dylan Moran's summer tour hits Galway

Wed, May 15, 2024

Dylan Moran is hitting the highways and byways of Ireland this summer to work out his latest hour of brand new material.

Poured paint in Ballybane

Wed, May 15, 2024

Ballybane Library launched its Vibrant Voices art exhibition yesterday, Wednesday, May 15, to run until Sunday, June 30.

Cork's hottest new band comes to Galway

Wed, May 15, 2024

The Róisín Dubh will play host to Cork rockers The Cardinals on Friday, May 24.

EYE Cinema to show Europa and Champions League finals

Wed, May 15, 2024

This May, the Eye Cinema are gearing up for some exciting sporting action. They will be broadcasting live on the big screen the UEFA Europa & Champions League finals.

Telebox on fire with new music

Wed, May 15, 2024

This will be the first single from Telebox's new EP When Night Turns Into Day, set to be launched this summer.

From the West of Ireland, Telebox are an electrifyingly energetic indie rock four piece. Telebox formed while all four members were still at school and they have since been regularly playing live, whilst independently recording music.

Dead Letter Devils up to divilment at Monroe’s

Thu, May 09, 2024

Galway’s very own Dead Letter Devils, an energetic band comprised of members from around the globe, deliver a foot-stomping blend of bluegrass, swing, old-timey, and just a hint of folk-punk at Monroe’s Live this Saturday, May 11, as part of the venue’s ‘Isn’t It Midnight’ event.

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