Introducing 'Galway Voices: Stories from the Edge', a youth-led digital storytelling project amplifying the voices of young people living and creating in Galway’s Westend, offering a contemporary lens on place, community and the city’s evolving night-time culture.
Read More →Having found your favourite spots to see on your next visit to Galway, it’s time to put the wheels in motion. Share your discoveries with your friends and family, get booking and prepare for an incredibly memorable trip.
Tommy Tiernan announces his brand-new stand-up show and begins an epic series of ‘World Tour of Counties’ this Autumn, with shows taking place across Galway, Mayo, Limerick, Leitrim, and Westmeath. Tickets go on sale this Thursday at 10am so find out more here…
Searching for a career change or eager to get back to work in Galway? Stay tuned for weekly job updates featuring local businesses actively hiring-your next opportunity awaits!
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Looking for things to do in Galway this Bank Holiday weekend? We’ve got you covered! From birthdays to festivals, tastings to late-night events, there really is something happening to suit everybody in Galway this August Bank Holiday weekend. Check out our ultimate guide to the best events happening in Galway this weekend and start planning your perfect getaway!
Galway Pride Week returns this August with the theme: Still We Rise. In an era marked by global uncertainty and rising tensions for LGBTQ+ communities, Galway Community Pride are carrying the energy of last year’s theme, ‘Rise Resist Rejoice’, forward and calling on everyone to come together in solidarity, love, and celebration. This year’s festival is all about uplifting one another, honouring those who inspire us, and reminding the world that queer joy is revolutionary.
The official launch of the 101st Connemara Pony Show Clifden took place on Friday 17th July, in Clifden Town Square, bringing together members of the Show Committee, volunteers, sponsors, pony enthusiasts and the wider Connemara community to begin the countdown to the world’s largest celebration of the Connemara Pony.
The Spa at The g Hotel & Spa has introduced a new seasonal wellness experience, The Pink Stone Escape, created in partnership with Irish wellness brand Ground Wellbeing. Available Monday to Friday until the end of September 2026, the experience has been thoughtfully designed to offer guests a deeply restorative escape that nurtures both body and mind.
Kombu Ramen & Bao Bar is celebrating its first birthday over the August Bank Holiday weekend, on Sunday, August 2nd, with an afternoon of brunch and beats in Galway’s Latin Quarter. Read all about this special occasion below…
Gourmet Food Parlour is inviting customers across Ireland to join them in celebrating a birthday milestone as the Irish-owned restaurant group marks 20 years in business. On Friday July 31st there will be 20% off all food and drink in GFP locations nationwide and the celebrations will continue all summer long, with 20% off the specials menu throughout August. There will also be limited edition 20th birthday merch available, incredible spot prizes and more surprises happening over the coming weeks. Bookings are now open to celebrate one of Ireland’s most-loved dining institutions. Discover more here…
Planning a trip to Galway on a budget? Whether you’re a solo backpacker, a couple seeking adventure, or a group of friends exploring Ireland’s west coast, Galway offers an incredible range of affordable hostels that don’t skimp on style, comfort, or location. From central city hubs to scenic countryside escapes, these Galway hostels combine social vibes with modern amenities, ideal for budget-conscious travellers who still want a memorable experience.
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