Donegal cowboy film in college

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

The University of Galway’s theatre department will screen Texas Ollie today, Thursday, February 19, at 1pm.

Kylemore talks mark ‘Old Ireland in Colour’ finale

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

The compilers of the best-selling photography series, Old Ireland in Colour, will speak on the central themes of their books at a special event in Kylemore Abbey this weekend.

Hat trick for Blue Moose

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Blue Moose has been named wedding band of the year in Connacht at the National Wedding Industry Awards, for the third year in a row.

Kettama to front Forbidden Fruit

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Kettama, the Galway-born DJ who is currently a globally influential techno producer in London, will headline a major Irish festival this summer.

Gerdine inspired by 1950s classic

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Galway-based singer-songwriter Sara Gerdine will release a romantic single this St Valentine’s weekend.

Pianos in pubs for Patrick’s Day

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Organisers are attempting to place a real piano in every pub around the County Galway town, and have invited 40 pianists to play shows over the two days leading up to St Patrick’s Day this year.

Story of individuals – not ‘cases’

Films Reviews Thu, Feb 12, 2026

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The second film of the Galway Film Society’s exciting spring 2026 line-up is the latest film from the critically revered, veteran directing team of Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne.

Full orchestra behind Galway Choral at St Nick’s

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Under the direction of Musical Director Norman Duffy, the 50-strong choir will be joined by an outstanding line-up of soloists: soprano Aisling Kenny and tenor Eoin Hynes will be joined by fellow Galway native, David Kennedy (baritone) who makes his debut with Galway Choral.

A poorly built machine of mismatched components

Films Reviews Thu, Feb 05, 2026

**
A Star is Born (2018) was a sensational crowd-pleaser of a film, with a heartrending love story at its core between Cooper and Lady Gaga. It captured the hearts of audiences everywhere, and more than justified the decision to make a fourth version of the same story.

Ballads of a Bogman in city centre

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Leading Irish musicians, tenor Gavan Ring and pianist Fiachra Garvey, will perform Ballads of a Bogman in St Joseph’s Church, Presentation Road, on Wednesday, February 11, at 7.30pm.

Arthouse films on Nun’s Island

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Sunday night movies begin at 8pm, Monday's at 7.30pm.

Students stage end-of-the-world black comedy

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

This sets the scene for Mr Burns, a post-electric play, an award-winning and controversial production to be staged by Galway Community College students at the Mick Lally Theatre, Druid’s Lane, on Wednesday, February 11, and Thursday, February 12.

Glenamaddy Players to stage Chapatti

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

This Friday, February 6, Saturday, February 7, and on Friday, February 27, all at 8pm, the Glenamaddday Players bring this two-hander ‘home’ before touring it to drama festivals across the country next month.

Born to sing

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

The Galway-based choir is set to take group singing to another level as over 100 ordinary voices join forces to create an extraordinary sound at the Town Hall Theatre this February in a sell-out show.

Road tragedies inspire warning song

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Eight people have already been killed on Irish roads so far in 2026, including one person in Galway.

Two world premieres for classical music fans

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

MusicConnects (previously Galway Music Residency) has announced its 2026 season, which begins this February.

Naughty night out at Town Hall

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

It will be a homecoming of sorts as two of the dancers – Rogan and Shane – have Irish connections.

Tonnta Festival unveils vibrant 2026 programme celebrating Irish language and bilingual Galway

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Tonnta, Galway’s Irish-language and bilingual festival created by Gaillimh le Gaeilge, has unveiled its full programme from today January 29 to February 1, 2026, promising four days of music, creativity, wellness, and community celebration across the city and beyond. With 24 events taking place in 15 venues, including 14 free events, the festival celebrates the Irish language as a living, inclusive, and creative part of Galway life.

Storytelling festival this weekend

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

This year’s theme is ‘Turning Tides’ and more than a dozen events are scheduled over the weekend until Sunday, February 1.

A microcosm of modern insecurity

Films Reviews Thu, Jan 29, 2026

****
Unquestionably one of the most provocative and visually playful of celebrated modern directors, Park Chan-Wook treats each of his films as elaborately designed art pieces.

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