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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 has so many stories to tell

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.

Learn a New Language & Make Friends in Galway

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Signing up for a language class is a great way to start a new hobby, prepare for future travels, improve career opportunities, or simply build confidence and meet new people. Whether you’re interested in French, Spanish, Irish, or English, Galway has a fantastic range of schools and cultural centres offering classes for all levels, so let’s check them out.

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Ardán moves to Galway City Centre as organisation expands

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As part of its continued growth as an organisation, the team at Ardán is relocating its headquarters from the CREW Hub on Wellpark Road into Galway city centre. Ardán is a film, TV, games, and animation organisation based in Galway that supports the creative screen industries across the West of Ireland and throughout the country.

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Galway’s Best Burgers

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When burger craving hits, only a mouth-watering, juicy burger stacked high with patties and flavourful fillings will do. Fortunately, Galway is home to some of the best burger spots in Ireland. So, whether you’re after a classic cheesy smashburger, a gourmet chicken burger, or something with spicy sauces, these restaurants have it all.

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Gradam Award Winners Championing Gaeilge in Galway

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There was great excitement and a strong sense of occasion in Galway this week as Gaillimh le Gaeilge welcomed President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, as Guest of Honour at this year’s Gradam Award ceremony, which crowned Just Art It as the overall winner and 15th Tribe of Galway. Find out more here…

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Family-Friendly Activities in Salthill

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Planning a family holiday in Galway? Make sure Salthill is at the top of your list! This vibrant seaside village is packed with fun, family-friendly activities and attractions that will keep kids (and grown-ups!) entertained all day long. To help you plan your trip, we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Salthill with children. From beach days and aquariums to funpark rides and indoor fun. Read on to discover how to make the most of your family break in Salthill!

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The Wild Atlantic Way Galway Guide

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The Wild Atlantic Way is perhaps Ireland’s most scenic and breathtaking coastal route. The 2600 km (1600 miles) of rugged landscapes and expansive blue waters off Ireland’s West Coast is an absolute wonder. The route features 157 designated Discovery Points, with dozens of those Discover Points located in County Galway. To help you make the most of your time in Galway, we’ve put together a Wild Atlantic Way Galway Guide to share some of the sights you can’t miss along this route!

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Galway Folk Festival Returns Next Week…

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Galway Folk Festival returns next week, June 3rd–7th, for five days of music, culture, family-friendly events, and late-night celebration across the city. Find out what’s in store below and make sure you attend some of the brilliant events…

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Things to Do in Galway June 2026: 15 Unmissable Events in the Month Ahead

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Galway’s event calendar is absolutely bursting with events and festivals all year long! So, to help you make the most of what’s going on, we’ve put together a must-read guide featuring the top 15 events you won’t want to miss this month. From family-friendly events to live entertainment, there’s something for everyone – so dive in and start planning your next great Galway experience right here..

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Check out the New Cocktail Menu at Rúibín

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Have you heard about Rúibín’s newest cocktail menu? Well, if you’re even just slightly into cocktails, you’re going to want to hear about it. After months of experimenting, tasting, and fine-tuning, the team’s latest cocktail menu is really a thing of beauty, and it’s one that feels a little more personal than ever before. Read all about it below…

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