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Gaillimh Ah-Boo: A Celebration of Samhain and Folklore

Gaillimh Ah-Boo! is a bold new Halloween programme that reclaims the ancient Celtic origins of Samhain through a city-wide celebration of myth, magic, and community.

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.

A Taste of Asia in Galway: Galway’s Best Asian Restaurants

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Galway’s food scene is as vibrant and diverse as the city itself, with global flavours served up on every corner. Among them, Asian cuisine shines especially bright, offering everything from steaming bowls of noodles to delicate sushi and fiery curries. Whether you’re craving a comforting spice bag, a plate of pad Thai, or an authentic Japanese experience, Galway has no shortage of incredible Asian restaurants to explore. Here’s our guide to the best Asian restaurants in Galway, each one bringing its own unique flavour, culture, and dining experience to Galway.

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The Good News of Galway

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As summer’s sunny spells take their leave, that golden foliage of autumn returns colouring the streets of Galway. Below the early sunsets and crisp air has been good news and good news travels fast! If you thought Galway was buzzing during the summer then hold onto your hat because this week of autumn will give you a run for your money!

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A Room with a View: Scenic Stays in Galway

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Would you look at that?! Here are the best rooms with a view in Galway because why save the stunning scenes for just the day-time adventures when you can get your fill of incredible sights from your accommodation too? There are just so many picturesque and Instagrammable sights in Galway, that it would be a shame not to be gazing at them all day and all night. Keep reading to discover the best places in Galway to book a vista like no other!

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Howya! Brian Redmond (Fat Tony’s Barbershop on Middle Street)

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Did you know that Galway is home to a diverse array of fascinating characters? This vibrant city is full of unique personalities, and we’re giving you the chance to meet some of them. Join us as we say Howya! to some of Galway’s most interesting figures. This month, we had the pleasure of chatting with the stylish barber Brian Redmond as he shares his love for his homeplace, offers some styling advice, and let’s us in on a secret..

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Driven by a Dream; Tony Kelly of TK Cars

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The culmination of a lifelong dream and years of relentless hard work, Galway car dealership TK Cars has just opened the doors to a brand-new premises at Carnmore Cross. For its owner, Tony Kelly, cars have always been more than just a business, they are a lifelong passion. “When I was young, people wanted to be soccer players. I wanted to be a car sales person,” he says with a grin. Now, years on, Tony has finally had his dream realised.

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Programme revealed for Ireland’s first ever Silent Film Festival

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Ireland’s first ever Silent Film Festival will take place in Galway from 24th – 27th September 2025, presenting a vibrant programme of screenings, workshops, live music and events dedicated to the art and legacy of silent cinema. The festival is the creation of Cinephile Paradiso and The Silent Cinema, uniting to celebrate, preserve and reimagine the silent film tradition. Connecting past and present, the Silent Film Festival invites audiences to rediscover the magic of early cinema while championing local artistic talent.

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