Guests enjoy a moment by the ‘Irish Madonna’ painting.
Photo: Boyd Challenger

Festivals & Events

Galway tribes from here to Hungary

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

The Tribes in Hungary: Walter Lynch and Ferenc Martyn, now open, is free to attend and hosts a range of photographs, art prints, personal objects, and audio.

Katie Taylor entering the 2012 Olympics in London

Theatre

Stage event to tell boxer's life story

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

One of Ireland’s most celebrated athletes, Taylor has redefined women’s boxing on the world stage, inspiring generations through her determination, resilience and achievements inside the ring. Now, audiences across the west will have the opportunity to discover more about the woman behind the sporting legend in a unique live experience that combines theatre, personal reflection and an in-depth conversation with Katie herself.

Trudi Lalor

Music

Country concert with Trudi Lalor in Loughrea

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Trudi Lalor and other stars of the country music scene will be a highlight of the season at the Loughrea Hotel on October 19.

Cinema

Digger will be divisive

Films Reviews
Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Those who have seen Alejandro Inarritu’s films (especially his Spanish-language films) know he explores heavy subject matter; grueling narratives that wear down their characters and the audience. Even if they might contain an air of self-importance, they are often emotionally devastating - crafted with an artistry that feels painstakingly handmade.

Louise Burchall

Comedy

Laughter Yoga at Massimo's

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Hosted by Galway Comedy Festival, two Laughter Yoga workshops led by Louise Burchall will be held in Massimo on Sunday, October 25.

An early 20th Century postcard image of the fish market and Blind Arch

Literature & Readings

Talk on first census of city after Independence

Thu, Oct 01, 2026

This lecture in the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society autumn series deals with the recently-released 1926 census with a presentation from Dr John Gibney.

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