Free drumming workshops for Cruinniú na nÓg in Headford Hall
Thu, May 29, 2025
Headford and District Association will host a series of free drumming workshops in Headford Hall as part of Cruinniu? na nO?g 2025 on Saturday June 7, Ireland’s national day of free creativity for young people.
Led by the high-energy drumming crew Drumadore, these fun and engaging 30-minute workshops are designed to spark creativity and rhythm in a supportive, musical environment.
Read more ...M. Fitzgerald’s Bar emerges as Galway’s go-to spot for private parties
Thu, May 29, 2025
If you are planning a celebration in Galway City – be it a milestone birthday, a stylish engagement party, a work night out, or a family gathering with all the stories and singalongs – look no further than M. Fitzgerald’s Bar in the heart of the Latin Quarter.
Read more ...Irish Socksciety named as 15th Tribe in Gradam win
Thu, May 29, 2025
The 23rd annual Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh gala awards ceremony was held on Monday at the Galway Bay Hotel, celebrating excellence in bilingual service among businesses and organisations across Galway City. Finalists, their families, colleagues and friends, together with members of Cairde Ghaillimh le Gaeilge, turned out in force to honour this year’s achievements.
Read more ...Higgins demands urgent audit of faded road markings and signage
Thu, May 29, 2025
Fine Gael Councillor Clodagh Higgins has called on Galway City Council to conduct an immediate citywide audit of road line markings and improve enforcement signage, following growing safety concerns from local residents and commuters.
Read more ...Corrib closed for first time in May
Thu, May 29, 2025
The State agency cancelled all angling along the entire River Corrib fishery for six days from last Monday, May 20, during the peak Mayfly tourist fishing season, and Connemara’s Erriff fishery, for nine days, from Saturday, May 17.
Read more ...AtlanTec Festival to explore the role of AI and cybersecurity in future technology innovation
Thu, May 29, 2025
The AtlanTec Festival 2025 is officially under way, celebrating innovation and technology in the west of Ireland.
Read more ...Dedicated Galway Red Cross officer named as national treasurer
Thu, May 29, 2025
Well known Galway Irish Red Cross officer Brian Madden has been appointed as National Treasurer on the board of the organisation.
Read more ...Reddington highlights strong opposition to FAI’s season change plans
Thu, May 29, 2025
Local football clubs and community leaders in Galway have united in opposition to the Football Association of Ireland’s (FAI) plan to overhaul the traditional Irish football season, warning that the proposed changes could cause chaos for grassroots clubs and threaten decades of local sporting tradition.
Read more ...Can Galvia statue kickstart an era of doing?
Thu, May 29, 2025
After several millennia of waiting—give or take a few centuries of myth-making, hair-washing, and river-drowning—the city of Galway has decided, at long last, to honour a woman in bronze. Yes, Galvia, the mythical princess presumed to be the namesake of the city, is getting a statue. And not just any statue: one that may, planning permission and divine intervention permitting, actually be installed in a public place before the next ice age.
Read more ...Galway hospitals shift to direct hiring following €9.5m security spend
Thu, May 29, 2025
Galway’s public hospitals are moving to directly employ in-house security officers after spending nearly €9.5 million on private security contracts since 2020. The HSE confirmed it is actively recruiting staff to reduce reliance on external providers, with interviews held this month for Galway University Hospitals (GUH) at the HSE Western Regional Health Forum, which took place on Tuesday.
Read more ...Mental health failings at Portiuncula Hospital raise alarm
Thu, May 29, 2025
Portiuncula University Hospital’s (PUH) Emergency Department came under scrutiny at this week’s Western Regional Health Forum on Tuesday, following a critical review by the Mental Health Commission.
Read more ...The ‘Olympics’ of sheep in Galway this weekend
Thu, May 29, 2025
No, it’s not a Fr Ted sketch, this is Shearfest 2025, with shepherds from all over the world descending on the hallowed ground of Mountbellew Mart this weekend to compete during the day, and dance the evenings away.
Read more ...Headfest 2025: Music, sport, and community take over Headford this weekend
Thu, May 29, 2025
Headfest, Headford’s community-run festival, kicks off this evening and runs right through the June Bank Holiday weekend, bringing with it five days of live music, sport, and family-friendly events across the town.
Read more ...Tractor, Truck and Vintage Run returns to Headfest in aid of Ability West
Thu, May 29, 2025
A much-anticipated highlight of the Headfest weekend returns this year with the Tractor, Truck and Vintage Run taking place on Saturday, May 31. Starting from Headford Livestock Mart and Property Sales at 3pm sharp, this annual event brings together vehicle enthusiasts and the wider community for a great cause.
Read more ...River princess’ return imminent
Thu, May 29, 2025
But now, perhaps two thousand years later, Galvia – as she is known in Latin, is set to return; seven feet high in shimmering bronze, but due to a few unforeseeable project delays, she is running a bit late...
Read more ...County councillors concerned over Galway Airport sale
Thu, May 29, 2025
Galway County councillors have voiced their concerns over the approach and transparency of the council in relation to the Galway Airport sale process with Cllr Karey McHugh Farag (IND) suggesting she feared the motivation for the sale of the airport is to “help Galway City Council’s debt”.
Read more ...University of Galway celebrates Class of 1975 with 50-year reunion
Thu, May 29, 2025
University of Galway is celebrating a milestone for its alumni with a special event to bring the Class of 1975 back to campus for a 50-Year Reunion on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.
Read more ...Muesum hosts Ocean Celebration Week
Thu, May 29, 2025
To celebrate World Oceans Day, and this year’s theme “Wonder”, Galway City Museum is hosting Ocean Celebration Week from Monday, 2 June to Friday, 6 June 2025. The Marine Institute is delighted to collaborate on this week-long programme, which features a range of free, family-friendly activities designed to spark curiosity and deepen our connection with Ireland’s marine environment.
Read more ...Record entries for Anti-Litter Poster Competition in County Galway
Thu, May 29, 2025
County Hall was transformed into a hub of creativity and environmental awareness as students from across County Galway gathered for the announcement of winners in Galway County Council’s annual Anti-Litter Poster Competition.
Read more ...Take a Dip at Dawn this Summer Solstice to help tackle homelessness
Thu, May 29, 2025
Get ready to set your alarm bright and early for Saturday June 21 and join Galway Simon Community at 4.20am for their Summer Solstice Dip at Dawn at Salthill Beach. Partake in some rejuvenating yoga, followed by a brisk dip in the sea to raise both awareness and funds for those facing homelessness in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon.
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