Galway really is booming with fabulous events each month! In order to give you the chance to attend the best festival and events, we have decided to put together a guide which highlights 10 of the best events taking place in the month ahead. Enjoy!
Please note; Below is just a snippet of everything Galway has to offer event-wise in the month ahead. If you would like a full and inclusive look at everything Galway has going on, please check out our website at; https://thisisgalway.ie/events/.
Galway Pride Week
August 10th-18th / Galway City / more here
Galway Pride Week is returning to Galway this August and because there are so many events planned for it we are super excited to see everyone come together to celebrate. While the festival lineup has yet to be fully announced we are delighted to see this year include events such as; the flag raising on Eyre Square, 80’s Night, the Parade, Trans Night Out and more. Over in the Róisín Dubh they are preparing for a phenomenal week of events including; a Mother and Absolut daytime dance party, Club Gass day party, To Gaze Upon Us are hosting a night of free music and there will be a Pride spectacular Dirty Circus event also. Tap here to book your spot at those and stay tuned on the Galway Pride Instagram page for more updates as they unfold here.
above: photo courtesy of The Dáil Bar from Pride '23
Bead & Booze
August 17th / WYLDE Café / tickets here
If you enjoy paint and sip then you’ll love bead and booze! This is your chance to lose yourself in the process and make beaded necklaces, bracelets or trendy phone accessories over the class. No experience necessary- these experts will guide you every step of the way and you will leave with your new favourite jewellery/accessories that you will wear forever! The best part? Well on top of the event itself, tickets include x2 glasses of prosecco or equivalent drink from the Hyde bar to sip on as you unleash your inner creativity!
above: photo courtesy of WYLDE
Connemara Pony Show
August 20th-23rd / Clifden Showgrounds / more here
The 99th annual Connemara Pony Show takes place this year from August 20th to 23rd at the Clifden Showgrounds. Each day will be filled with captivating events, showcasing the breed’s exceptional talent, and paying homage to its remarkable history. Take this as your sign to go westwards and explore everything the gorgeous Clifden town has to offer, please see here if you are curious as to how we recently spent 24 hours in this stunning part of Connemara and if you want to learn more about the best things to do and see in Clifden tap here.
above: photo by Rynes Walker
Little Cinema & Galway City of Film present.. 48 Hour Challenge
August 25th / Town Hall Theatre / tickets here
The Little Cinema & Galway City of Film present an evening of 5 minute films. All made in Galway city and county, and all written, shot and edited within just 48 hours! The 10 filmmaking teams involved have to incorporate a genre, line, shot and prop into their film, which they only find out about at the start of the challenge. All films will be introduced by their teams on stage! Admission to this event is free however a ticket is required.
above: photo by Brigid Vinnell
Foraging Walk & Talk
August 11th / Slieve Aughty Centre / tickets here
Come enjoy a leisurely morning adventure meeting the local hedgerow plants with Olwyn Williams. Learn how to safely identify and harvest these common plants, and explore the food and medicinal uses of these wonderful wild natural offerings – greens, fresh shoots and cleansing tonic plants. You might even change your perspective on ‘weeds’! Suitable for beginner foragers and non-beginners, gardeners, foodies, and nature lovers alike. Tea/coffee and a scone included in the price, plus tasters of some foraged goodies at the end of the walk. Be advised that you will receive an email a few days before the date of the walk with details of meeting points etc, so please make sure you have access to the email address you provide to make this booking.
above: photo courtesy of Slieve Aughty Centre
AMM presents.. A Burial At Sea
August 3rd / Róisín Dubh / tickets here
A Modern Movement is proud to bring Northern Ireland post-rock outsider A Burial at Sea to the upstairs room at Róisín Dubh. A cascade of brass-fuelled euphoria arcs across the velvet night as infinite waves of guitar delay lap at a shore both familiar and foreign; explorative, optimistic and triumphant. Inimitable post-rock outsiders A Burial At Sea returned with ‘Close To Home’ earlier this year, a soaring sonic love letter to the places and people that shaped them, released on February 23rd, 2024 via Berlin’s Pelagic Records. On support is A Lethal Black Ooze.
Aperol Spritz Takeover Two Galway Bars
August 8th / MacNeill’s Pub / tickets here
In a takeover you won’t want to miss, Aperol Spritz will be served up all evening long at MacNeill’s Pub. Whether you’re already a fan of this classic drink or looking to try something new, this event is perfect for you either way. Bring your friends and enjoy the lively atmosphere at MacNeill’s while sipping on delicious Aperol Spritz cocktails and nibbling a selection of finger food. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
August 16th / Carroll’s on Dominick Street / tickets here
If you’re looking for a way to celebrate summer in style, look no further than the Aperol Summer Spritz Session at Carroll’s Bar. The ultimate event for Aperol lovers, where you can enjoy two free Aperol spritz, delicious aperitivo nibbles and learn how to make your own perfect Aperol Spritz. You’ll also get to groove to the cool DJ playing summer vibes, and get some Aperol Sunnies and get into a chance to win tickets to the hottest festivals this summer.
Súil Eile Sounds x Rhob Cunningham
August 9th / Súil Eile Space / tickets here
This August, Rhob Cunningham brings his extensive catalogue to the Súil Eile Sounds night in Barna for the first time. The concert coincides with the 10-year anniversary of his sophomore album, The Window And Day, recorded in Iceland by esteemed producer Valgeir Sigurðsson, available now on 12″ Vinyl. The Dublin native has opened for Joan Baez in Germany, Lisa Hannigan in the Netherlands, Villagers in France, James Vincent McMorrow in Belgium, Tori Amos in Dublin and Wallis Bird in Australia, so you know you don’t want to miss this gig!
Poblacht Summer Party
August 9th / Cuba / tickets here
Poblacht Barbershop are changing scenery from Shop Street to Eyre Square to host a Summer Party for the people of Galway with Mexico’s very very finest; Regal86! The producer & DJ is one of dance music’s most respected and original names right now; prolifically bringing them new house, techno, jungle, Memphis beats and much more; all while touring the world and building a weighty name for himself across some of the electronic world’s most respected names and institutions. On the night they’ve got Galway royalty in Ar Ais Arís’ Hannah Hession, who is now one of the city’s most experienced DJs, with a deep selection at hand and a litany of cool gigs to her name over the past 12 months.
Create through Collage: Composition Workshop with Peter Bradley
August 10th / Outset Gallery / tickets here
This August, an engaging mixed media workshop, “Create Through Collage,” is being led by award winning visual artist Peter Bradley. This full-day workshop is designed for artists or enthusiasts of all skill levels who are eager to explore the dynamic and expressive world of mixed media collage. Participants on the day will delve into the exciting techniques of mixed media collage, guided by Peter Bradley, whose work is currently featured in Outset Gallery. The session will cover both portraiture and abstract composition, encouraging participants to think outside the box and push the boundaries of traditional image-making.
Feature photo by Mary McGraw via Ireland's Content Pool
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