Festivals & Events
Headford ready for annual shindig
Thu, May 07, 2026
Headfest 2026 will take place in Headford from Wednesday, May 27 to Monday, June 1, bringing six days of music, sport, culture, food and family events to the town and surrounding area.
Theatre
Reimagining Ó Conaire at An Taibhdhearc
Thu, May 07, 2026
Cuireann An Taibhdhearc agus Brú Theatre Neill | Páidín i láthair. Spreagtha ag dhá shaothar as an mbailiúchán ceannródaíoch scéalta, Scothscéalta de chuid Phádraic Uí Chonaire, cuirtear beocht sna carachtair Neill agus Páidín Mháire trí chumasc de bhuncheol agus ensemble taibhithe.
Music
Community spirit with musical ambition - Music for Galway's Cellissimo Playathon
Thu, May 07, 2026
Music for Galway is striking a fresh and engaging chord this spring with the Cellissimo Playathon, a fundraiser that blends community spirit with musical ambition. Taking place on Sunday, May 17th at 4pm in the welcoming surroundings of the The Ardilaun Hotel, the event promises an afternoon that is as entertaining as it is meaningful.
Cinema
Stunning visuals overlay unsatisfying account of an intriguing relationship
Films Reviews
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
Before fans are reacquainted with her character from the beloved fashion-oriented comedy however, this film offers the chance to see Anne Hathaway in a more haunted light.
Performing Arts
Writer, director and vocalist delivers annual Siobhán McKenna Lecture
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
University of Galway has held its third annual Siobhán McKenna scholarship and lecture series. This event honours the legacy of Siobhán McKenna, the Belfast-born actress who became a world-renowned actress of stage and screen, starring in Dr Zhivago, King of Kings and Of Human Bondage.
Arts & Exhibitions
Irish country artist Gareth for Galway gig
Thu, May 07, 2026
Fresh off his debut headline Australian tour, Rising Irish country artist Gareth has will return to the Roisin Dubh in Galway this month as part of his upcoming The Uncut Tour, bringing stripped-back performances to cities such as Liverpool, Cardiff and Nottingham, in addition to an appearance at The Great Escape in Brighton.
Literature & Readings
Review: Alan Davies, White Male Stand-Up
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
Red seats, a bouquet of flowers, antique chairs, then comedy giant Alan Davies comes out on-stage, with a mug of tea, to settle into his conversation with Jan Carson at the Town Hall Theatre last Wednesday, April 22.
