
Galway Voices: Stories from the Edge
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.
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Galway By Night: Museum Lates Autumn Programme Unveiled
A free programme of immersive music performances, talks, workshops and events after 5pm will take place at Galway City Museum this Autumn as part of Museum Lates which is funded by Galway City Night-Time Economy initiative. Find out more here......

Discover the Galway Pubs recognised at the Bar of the Year Awards
A big congratulations to all of the Galway pubs and their staff who brought home special recognition from the Bar of the Year Awards this week! Read on to find out who won what when (and where!)......

Bibdu: Irish Mythology Video Game in Development
Explore Ancient Ireland and Irish mythology like never before in Bibdu, an immersive hand-painted RPG adventure video game coming to Steam. Their Kickstarter is now LIVE so gamers can get involved from the very start......

New exhibition on Tuam and Ireland’s institutional past opens at Galway City Museum
A new exhibition, 'Survivor Stories: Tuam and Ireland's Institutional Past' has opened at Galway City Museum, the first dedicated museum installation to focus on Mother and Baby institutions and their impact on Irish society. Explore more here......

Homecoming for Galway Chalices to Galway City Museum after a Century
A new temporary display of silver has opened in Galway City Museum, providing a chance to view rare works by Galway’s most renowned silversmith, Richard Joyce, the creator of the Claddagh Ring. Find out more here......

Experience Galway launch new Beer & Pub Tour with Galway Hooker Brewery
A brand new visitor experience is set to showcase the very best of Galway’s legendary pub scene, as Experience Galway has officially launched its Galway Beer & Pub Tour in partnership with Galway Hooker Brewery! Find out more here… Read ...

Museum Lates Programme Unveiled for Galway By Night
Galway City Council Announces Museum Lates as Part of Galway’s Night-Time Economy Programme. Extended opening hours will be complemented by a free programme of immersive performances, talks, workshops and events after 5pm at Galway City Museum from June to December 2026....

Galway City Museum Announces Heritage Council Grant for Digitisation Project
Galway City Museum is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant of almost €26,000 under the Heritage Council’s 2026 Heritage Stewardship Fund to support the digitisation of the William Henry and John Monahan Collection. Read more......

Kick The Wall in support of Galway Simon with new contactless machine from Salthill Rotary Club
The Galway Salthill Rotary Club has officially launched a brand-new contactless tap donation machine at the iconic "Kick the Wall" spot on Salthill Promenade, making it easier than ever for locals and visitors to support local charities! Find out more about this brilliant innovation here......

Historic Structures Funding for Galway Arts Centre Roof Renovation
Galway Arts Centre warmly welcomes the award of €170,000 under the Historic Structures Fund 2026 to support essential roof works at No.47 Dominick Street Lower, which it shares structurally with No.45, home to Áras na nGael. Find out more here......

20 Bars, 20 Years: Galway Hooker unveil new Video Series to mark Anniversary
Galway’s iconic craft beer brand, Galway Hooker, has announced the launch of a brand-new video series, “20 Bars, 20 Years”, as part of its celebrations to mark two decades in business. Find out more here......
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