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.
Galway’s status as one of the key visitor destinations on the island continues to be enhanced by its trail of Irish whiskey bars. We delve into what delights they have to offer visitors here at the heart of the Wild Atlantic Way. Discover where to raise a glass in the best whiskey bars in Galway right here…
Love takes centre stage at the g Hotel & Spa this Valentine’s season with the return of the much-loved ‘Love is in the Éire’ package, along with specially curated spa experiences, indulgent afternoon teas and thoughtfully crafted Valentine’s moments, all designed to celebrate love in style. Discover more below…
East Galway is home to legendary towns and villages that give the famed Connemara region a run for its money! One such spot is Athenry. Known worldwide thanks to the iconic ballad ‘The Fields of Athenry’, this medieval town offers a charming blend of history, culture, and countryside beauty. A delightful place to explore, no matter if you’re on a day trip, your summer holidays or merely passing through, from its atmospheric streets and historic ruins to its cosy cafés and lively pubs. This guide will help you discover all the town’s best parts.
Whether you’re in pursuit of an adrenaline rush, or a more relaxing team building experience for your office group, these Galway companies have just the thing for you!! Discover our top picks for a staff day out below!
Volunteering is a fantastic and an incredibly fulfilling experience. Whether you’re helping a local charity, or spending your free time volunteering for a local festival, stepping up and showing up for those around you nurtures the soul! We put together a list of organisations, charities and festivals in Galway that are always looking for passionate and bright members of the community to help out! Discover where to go volunteering in Galway right here…
A major recruitment drive is now underway for The Hawthorn Hotel, a brand new 5 Star hotel set to open in Galway, with a series of recruitment open days announced for early 2026.
A Galway man is on cloud nine after winning the solo class in the World’s Toughest Row – a 4,800km trek across the Atlantic. Discover all about his incredible achievement below..
The air in Galway’s The Cellar was already thick with the ghost of 90s nostalgia upon walking into an underground setting fit for classic grunge rock. The support act had set the bar high, delivering a performance so deeply rooted in Ten-era Pearl Jam that if you closed your eyes, you’d swear Eddie Vedder himself was stalking the stage. It was the perfect warm-up for the main act: Indigo Violets (IV). Read on for more right here…
Gourmet Food Parlour, a leading Irish restaurant and catering group, is kicking off 2026 with a powerful nod to its roots, launching a reimagined version of one of its most iconic dishes: the Bulk Up Burger in a Bowl, now packing an impressive 56g of protein in both the goat’s cheese and halloumi options. Check it out below.
Galentine’s Day in Galway is all about celebrating friendship, fun, and a little self-love. So, whether you’re planning a creative night out with friends, a solo self-care session, or a full girls’ weekend, there are plenty of Galentine’s Day events in Galway to choose from. From sip and paint nights and floral workshops to jewellery making, brunch parties, wellness experiences, and girls’ getaways, these are the best things to do in Galway to celebrate Galentine’s 2026.
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