Youth Lates as part of Saint Patrick’s Festival in Galway City

Young musicians and bands from Galway City will take centre stage in the 2025 Saint Patrick's Festival celebrations, as Youth Lates take over the Eyre Square stage on Sunday March 16th. Find out more here...

Youth Lates will run from 4.30pm to 6pm on Sunday March 16th, taking place on the Eyre Square Stage as part of Féile Phádraig, bringing three brilliant young bands to perform: Big Nothing, Metanoia and TaLLLon.

Big Nothing are a post punk/shoegaze band from Galway. Fronted by Alex Conneely, the line up consists of Donnchadh Kennedy on bass, Ernie McDonagh with lead guitar and Elia DeLisi on drums.

Metanoia are an indie pop/rock group from Galway. Inspired by the sounds of the '90s alternative scene, contemporary indie pop, post punk and funk, they  are known for their catchy hooks, impressive melodies and tight rhythm section. 

TaLLLon is a four-piece teenage rock band from Galway, featuring Liam (vocals/guitar), Cian (bass), Adam (drums), and Ultan (guitar). Blending energetic covers with original music, TaLLLon draws inspiration from rock legends like Weezer, Metallica, Green Day, Nirvana, and Thin Lizzy, shaping a sound that’s both fresh and full of attitude.

Galway City Council, in collaboration with Galway City Comhairle na nÓg, Youth Work Ireland Galway, Music Generation Galway City, and Galway Arts Centre | Nuns Island Theatre, proudly presents "Youth Lates" – a pilot programme designed by young people, for young people. "Youth Lates" will inject new energy into Galway's night-time scene with a diverse array of events held at various locations throughout the city. This initiative is a direct response to youth consultations that highlighted a desire for more engaging and inclusive options within Galway's Night-Time Economy.

After St Patrick's Weekend, the next Youth Lates Live Music event takes place on Friday March 28th at Nuns Island Theatre, from 7.30pm to 10pm, and you can book your FREE ticket HERE.

Join us for a night of live music from some of Galway’s talented young songwriters, musicians and bands at Youth Lates in Galway Arts Centre | Nuns Island Theatre! This is a great opportunity to connect with people your age and enjoy a night of live music. If you are aged between 16-19, don't miss out on this epic gig! Expect good vibes and live music from some of Galway’s talented young songwriters, musicians and bands including Redline, Silk Road, East of Eden, Split Arrow, Reyne, DJ JDKanisz.

Youth Lates is a Galway City Council Night-Time Economy initiative in partnership with Galway City Council Creative Ireland Programme, Music Generation Galway City, Youth Work Ireland Galway, Galway City Comhairle na nÓg, and Galway Arts Centre | Nuns Island Theatre.

Funded by Galway City Council and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.